Starship Troopers: Extermination receives a significant upgrade with Update 1.4, introducing new systems and gameplay enhancements to the cooperative first-person shooter experience set in the iconic universe.
Main Features of Update 1.4
- Day and Night Cycle: Players will now contend with shifting visibility and changing tactical conditions as battles transition between daylight and darkness.
- Dynamic Weather Systems: Rain, storms, and other weather effects will influence both strategy and survival against the relentless Arachnid hordes.
- TW-201-S Morita I: This new weapon features an underbarrel shotgun, offering powerful close-quarters potential against Bug threats.
- FedNet News Broadcast: Side objectives are now tracked and highlighted, providing additional challenges and ways to support your squad.
- Camera Feature: Capture in-game moments and document your team’s fight for the Federation.
- Squad Boosts: Options for squadmates to support each other and influence the outcome of engagements.
Gameplay and Setting
Players join the Deep Space Vanguard as elite Troopers, pushing back against the insectoid Arachnid threat on Federation planets. The game supports up to 16-player online co-op, with a range of classes including Ranger, Sniper, Demolisher, Guardian, Engineer, and Medic. Each class unlocks new weapons, equipment, and customization as players progress.
In addition to cooperative modes, Starship Troopers: Extermination features a single-player campaign with orders from General Johnny Rico, voiced by Casper Van Dien. The Galactic Front allows players to join Companies, pursue collective goals, and influence the evolving game narrative.
Launch Information
Starship Troopers: Extermination is set to release on October 25, 2024, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X platforms.
Editorial Perspective
Update 1.4 demonstrates the developer’s commitment to evolving the gameplay experience, with new systems that add depth and variety to the ongoing conflict against the Arachnids.
