During the winter Steam sale, I apparently bought a roguelikeish game by the name of 'Steam Marines' during an eggnog induced frenzy. Having now (finally) tried it, I've gotta say, I'm loving it. It's a top-down turn-based tactical squad roguelike thingy, quite similar to the old board game 'Space Hulk', if you're familiar with it. The game's in early access apparently, but seems rock solid in terms of content thus far, playing like a finished game.
The gist of it is that you control four sniveling maggots on a journey of self discovery and death through a spaceship, collecting gear/items and leveling up as you progress through various procedural levels in the ship's sectors. I haven't played enough yet to get an idea of the late game, but it seems pretty nifty so far having beaten the first boss. There are a variety of ranged and melee enemies (more as you progress), five different classes of marines, and various items and equipment that can be picked up. It's got a lot of tense moments, and it's easy to lose marines without caution (the enemies certainly have teeth). The classes synergize well, and while the aiming/accuracy mechanic is a bit counterintuitive, it opens up tons of cool combinations using the different classes and weapons.
Steam Marines is a squad based Roguelike set on a steampunk spaceship. It features tactical play focused on positioning and careful use of resources. Built to keep you on your toes as you progress through the decks of your besieged ship while clearing enemies and trying to reach each level's elevator.
Permadeath
Build your marines up into long range or up close death machines, but don't expect any mercy. Death is permanent and fallen marines are gone forever. Finding survivors not guaranteed.
Turn and Squad Based Gameplay
-Command up to four marines, each with their own gear, talents, and Action Points. Positioning is critical - even a lone enemy can be lethal! Sight and snipe or funnel enemies into a choke point and blow them up!
-Five marine classes
-Four ranks for promotion and talent tree access
-Five perks to further differentiate each marine
-Class specific weapons and armor
Procedural Generation
The steampunk spaceship is composed of multiple decks you must progress through. Different environments and creatures await, and you'll never know for sure what lies beyond the next corner.
-Five human ship decks with a sixth Alien Deck to be implemented
-Randomized weapons, armor, and enemy units
Score, Difficulty, and New Game Plus
Get rated on your overall performance. Manage to fight your way past 25 levels of mayhem? New Game Plus offers fresh challenges. Currently three levels of difficulty and a to-be-implemented harder mode for the truly masochistic!
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