IDUN – Frontline Survival, a gripping real-time strategy (RTS) and tower defense game, is set to launch on Steam on January 20, 2025. Developed by Gustav Hagerling, the former chief visual effects director for the acclaimed Battlefield series, this debut title is poised to be a thrilling addition to the genre. Combining intense strategy with fast-paced action, IDUN – Frontline Survival promises a captivating experience for players eager to face off against relentless swarms of enemies.
About IDUN – Frontline Survival
IDUN – Frontline Survival begins as humanity establishes a foothold on a distant, mysterious planet christened in her honor. Players must harness their strategic skills to extract resources, upgrade technology, and fend off massive enemy onslaughts in an unpredictable and dynamic battlefield. Featuring a mix of traditional story-driven campaigns and challenging gameplay modes, IDUN delivers a fresh twist on the RTS and tower defense genres.
The Campaign
The story-driven campaign takes players on a dramatic journey across the planet IDUN, weaving a tale of love, deception, and survival. As players explore this alien world, they’ll unlock new technologies and face escalating challenges.
Challenge Modes
For those seeking a test of pure skill, the challenge modes offer:
- Defend Collection Points: Safeguard vital resource hubs.
- Escort Missions: Protect nuclear vehicles en route to their destinations.
- Survivor Mode: Rally scattered survivors against overwhelming odds.
- Mining Cart Protection: Keep essential mining operations intact while under siege.
Each mode presents unique gameplay scenarios, requiring tactical finesse and resource management to succeed.
RTS-Tower Defense Hybrid Gameplay
IDUN – Frontline Survival blends RTS and tower defense mechanics, creating a dynamic battlefield where quick thinking and strategic planning are essential. Players must:
- Deploy and Move Turrets Freely: Adapt defensive positions to counter shifting enemy strategies.
- Manage Troops in Real-Time: Coordinate land and air units to maintain a solid frontline.
- Plan for Resource Collection: Gather and allocate resources to unlock technology upgrades and strengthen defenses.
A Battle Like No Other
With IDUN, expect to face overwhelming swarms of enemies, filling the screen in epic battles. Fully destructible terrain and sophisticated AI pathfinding add complexity to each encounter. The swarms attack from multiple directions, keeping players on their toes and ensuring no two battles are alike.
Key Features
- Immense Enemy Waves: Swarms of foes will challenge your strategic and tactical acumen.
- Dynamic Gameplay: A seamless blend of RTS troop management and tower defense strategy.
- Destructible Terrain: Shape the battlefield as you fight, with realistic AI pathfinding ensuring varied attack routes.
- Diverse Combat Units: Combine the power of turrets, heroes, and coordinated land and air operations.
