Mullets, missiles, and monsters fly in a hectic, intergalactic resource race. Build bases, command troops, pilot vehicles, elemental artifacts supercharge weapons, level up, upgrade almost anything, and master unique hero abilities. Multiple game modes keep strategies fresh. Choose your side.
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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“There is a roadmap for double the content currently in the game, but it's silly for it to remain unavailable to players when you can experience so much already. I also need the feedback from more people playing it, as a game with so much player agency, I'm interested in learning how you play, and discovering things that I made not have thought of.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Honestly, 2-4 years. Years full of exciting updates, massive new features and game modes that completely change the experience. I'm doing this alone and it takes time.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“There will be at least 5 "Factions" (compared to the current 3).
The implementation of permanent unlocks (Heroes, Factions, Equipment).
The ability to customize the equipment load-out of things like Vehicles and certain Units.
New game modes, including a rogue-like adventure experience.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“There is enough content for hundreds of hours of play already!
These game modes are available: Campaign, Survival, Capture the Flag, and Custom (Skirmish).
You can always challenge yourself to see how many waves in survival you can beat. Campaign is a different experience every time. Custom also allows you to set up all sorts of scenarios. You can play solo or up to 4 local players in split-screen.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“No.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Heavily! I am listening to everyone's opinion. You can submit and vote on ideas in our Discord here:
https://discord.gg/8sCzrgM87V

This will range from small balance changes, to ideas for entirely new units, heroes, vehicles, buildings, special abilities, weapons, projectiles.
I am also listening to ideas about modifications to game mode rules & mechanics, which will likely appear as settings when starting a match, so that players have a wide variety of experiences to choose from.”
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About This Game

In Command Heroes, you control a Hero from one of many Factions in the game each with unique abilities, equipment, and perks to unlock. Battle it out in a mash-up between a twin-stick action platformer & RTS blend. Unlock new units, weapons, buildings, & equipment. Upgrade your crew between matches, and press onward towards victory! Team up with up to 3 friends for 4-player split-screen action, or set up a custom sandbox map with up to 10 players & AI.

Factions

Each faction has diverse units, buildings, weapons, and heroes. Shift and shape your strategy accordingly. Surprise your enemies with unlimited play-style approaches. Will you attack from above, below, or both? Whether you approach with style & finesse or overwhelm by brute force, you’ll be faced with new challenges and find new strategies each match.

1-10 Multiplayer Co-op or Versus

Play solo, or with 1-4 local players (or online players via Remote Play Together) in a hectic resource race. Set up custom matches with full flexibility on team alliances between players & AI. Up to 10 players & AI total.

Game Modes:

Campaign
Embark on a rogue-like run, with limited crew and starting equipment. Grow in power, level up, and recruit (or lose) crew members as you progress and face mini-bosses. Customize, swap, and upgrade equipment for your hero and crew between missions.

Survival Mode
Fend off waves of enemies with a brief respite to repair & build. Team up with other players to survive together. How many waves can you survive? Try to beat your personal best.

Custom
Set up sandbox matches for 1-4 players, against 0 - 7 enemy AIs. Fully configure team alignments, factions, and various other match settings & environmental factors.

Capture the Flag
Capture the enemy team's flag(s) and protect your own! A throwback to classic arena fighters.

Endless
Another rogue-like mode with enemies that perpetually increase in difficulty as you attempt to overthrow their base and activate the beacon to proceed.

And more to come!

Dig Deep

Head underground or to orbiting moons to discover artifacts of mystical or technological power which can help turn the tide in your team’s favor. Summon an ancient stone golem, an orbital satellite strike, or dozens of other sources of destruction, healing, wealth, and power. Defend artifacts once revealed or that power can fall into your enemy’s hands. All teams are notified when a high value Artifact has been detected, so they can race to the location arena and battle for control. Perhaps instead, you will use this chance to strike your enemy's base on the surface while they are busy claiming the Artifact.

Trader

Don't miss this visitor! When you hear someone transmitting on open channels, ride your personal shuttle to dock and check out the 'wares (it will be well worth your while...).

Levels, upgrades, items, and artifacts, oh my!

Everything can level up, between your hero, crew, buildings, and weapons. Discover or purchase items that power up your hero or weapons with status effects like:
  • Health Regen
  • Ignite / burn damage over time
  • Chain lightning - damage and spread to nearby enemies
  • Poison
  • Slow
  • Stun
  • and more...

System Requirements

Windows
macOS
SteamOS + Linux
    Minimum:
    • Processor: Intel i3 or Ryzen 3 series
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    Recommended:
    • Processor: Intel i7 or Ryzen 7 series
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    Minimum:
    • Processor: Intel i3 or Ryzen 3 series
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    Recommended:
    • Processor: Intel i7 or Ryzen 7 series
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
* Starting February 15, 2024, the Steam Client will no longer support 32-bit games or macOS 10.14 or lower.
    Minimum:
    • Processor: Intel i5 or Ryzen 5 series
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    Recommended:
    • Processor: Intel i7 or Ryzen 7 series
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM

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