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2014PC, Steam Deck playable94 % positive12.49 €

A real-time tactics game where you lead a small elite squad against enormous alien swarms. Line of sight, chokepoints and smart positioning decide whether you survive.

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Sci-fi setting
Tactical depth
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Door Kickers

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2014PEGI 12PC, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable94 % positive18.99 €

You command a SWAT team from a top-down view, planning routes, gear and breach points, then watch the raid play out in real time. Short, punishing missions reward careful planning and quick improvisation.

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