The Red Solstice Review and Gameplay
363TRS is going full release on 10 JUL, and I got my hands on the release version a bit early! The big difference is that now there's a single player campaign, which is what I delve into for this review. The systems are very innovative and cool. With some neat RPG aspects.
Check out The Red Solstice on Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/265590/
For a video of the online co-op, check here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAP6b_A9su0
The Red Solstice is a tactical single player or 8 player co-op survival game set on Mars in the distant future. The game features hardcore survival and player interaction in dark science fiction setting. You will be able to select from one of the 8 classes, equip your marine out with your weapons of choice and co-operate with your team using advanced tactics to stay ahead of the enemy.
Storm can get really bad, and you have to handle it!
The game is real time with a top-down perspective and features randomized map features (items, missions, monsters) allowing for good replayability for every mission playthrough which may last up to an hour depending on your team's capabilities.
This is a tactical game that involves a lot of action and shooting, but at the same time but tread carefully - ammunition and medical supplies are not unlimited and lacking in either will get you killed quickly. You must constantly manage you resources and scavenge if you have long term survival plans.
As you play through your mission, the enemy swarms will get larger and harder to the point where you will be overwhelmed if you don't deal with them. You must constantly be on the move looking to accomplish your main and side objectives, as doing so successfully will reward you with ranks and medals.
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Q: Why don't you play in First Person?
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