If, like me, you used to command armies in the corner of your dining room, then eagerly waited with bated breath for the next big RTS release, your wait is almost over. With classics like Company of Heroes and Command and Conquer slowly fading into the background, a new contender steps into the limelight. Say hello to Stormgate, the latest and greatest RTS from Frost Giant Studios. So, when is Stormgate releasing? Let’s find out Stormgate Release Date & More!
Stormgate is going to be released on 30th July, only on Steam. Yes, you read that right—only some days away! But there is a small catch if you want to get into action right on the release day.
Early Access Pack
Now, Stormgate is free to play; anyone can download it on its release day. There’s a twist: to play on July 30, you’ll need to buy an Early Access Pack. This pack will give you access to our game preview period: July 30 to August 12. Think of it like this: Early Access Pack owners are really skipping the line to get to the front lines in this epic RTS adventure.
What is inside the Early Access Pack?
Each Early Access Pack is full of goodies to help you get your Stormgate experience off the ground. It contains several heroes and campaign missions to help you hit the ground running while learning the nuts and bolts of the game’s mechanics and story, making it an exciting approach. Things would get pretty controversial if it were some paid early access to free-to-play games. But if you’re as much of a zealot as I am, it might be well worth your while!
For those who just arrived, Stormgate is the next generation of real-time strategy games combining science and fantasy. As a commander, you will experience mechanized units to protect Earth or, as an alien faction, try to invade our planet if you’re feeling a bit more rebellious.
Game Modes
Stormgate contains something for every kind of RTS fan :
Single-Player Campaign
Dive into a sprawling, living story that keeps you on the edge of your seat as you battle for the fate of the world.
Three-Player Co-op Mode
Band together with other players online to decimate AI enemies. This mode is perfect for players who love co-op and want to formulate strategies with buddies.
Competitive 1v1 Mode
Relive those sweet memories of StarCraft 2 days filled with 1v1 heated battles. Prove your mettle and rise through the competitive ladder.
Why the Hype?
You may still think that all this hype isn’t warranted. Why is Stormgate getting so much expected? Here are a couple of reasons you ought to:
From the Brains Behind StarCraft and Warcraft
Old Meets New
Stormgate cribbed the most genius ideas from old-school RTS games and mixed them with a modern feel. Sleek, redesigned building mechanics and MOBA-styled unit levelling, combined with a reworked tech, will keep everything running super-smooth, even during the most heated battle conflicts.
Community and Esports Potential
Stormgate is not just a game to be played; it’s all about building a community. As such, with an EGCtv invitational of $10,000 pretty early in the scene, there are chances for competitive play.
Summary
Stormgate has everything an RTS needs to be the next big thing. From its beginnings in some much-cherished classics to the many new features, it promises to win over strategy gamers everywhere.
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