Netcode Disclaimer

Classical Caliber Combat Contest has been developed with a client-authoritative network model. This means user inputs are instantly responsive and the experience will be smoother when players would normally experience issues with latency or lag. This decision was made by the Secret Handshake team after weighing multiple tradeoffs, choosing to prioritize game feel and groups of friends playing together over strict game security measures inaccessible to a small team.

Given that C4 is client-authoritative and contains public matchmaking options, Secret Handshake has taken steps to secure the online experience. This includes implementing community-driven moderation tools that integrate with Quickplay and the Server Browser.

It is our intention to be honest about the challenges of publishing an online multiplayer game, and continue to provide solutions to these issues.

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About This Game

Classical Caliber Combat Contest is the "Arena Shooter Party Game" where classic action meets Item Boxes, Stage Hazards, Minigame rounds, loads of Weapons, Modes and Modifiers, and the unique card-based roguelike Contest party mode!

Cards build the Match! Complete Missions and place well to score Points, then cash them out for Gold in wild Minigames that happen during the action. When each round begins in the Lobby, spend your budget wisely to open card packs and level-up Cards. Build and play a strategic hand to attack and defend against other players, building the next match to the advantage of your selected Missions and play style. But don't get too comfortable, as some bonus Gold at the awards ceremony might just swing the results.

• Duplicate Cards combine and level up, making them harder to remove from the Board

• Weapons gain bonus stats and powerful Ammo Plus-Powers as their card levels up

• Minigame events like Gold Boss and Golden Gun provide unique opportunities to turn Points into game-winning Gold

• Select from a variety of Easy, Medium and Hard Missions that compliment your play style

• Cards aren't just for Weapons! Modifier Cards add new rules like "Big Heads" and "Juggernaut"

Wield an enormous collection of weapons, including arena shooter favorites and totally new creations! Punchy feedback, striking visuals and unique sound effects make each of the 50+ weapons a distinct implement of mayhem. Will your favorite be the classic Rocket Launcher? Or do you prefer the overloaded power of the Shell Compactor?

• Bullet weapons are well-rounded, like the adaptable Burst Rifle

• Shell weapons are specialized, like the bouncing shotgun Slag Launcher

• Voltage weapons are technical, like the precise Lightning Ray

• Explosive weapons damage and push targets, like the classic Rocket Launcher

• Radiation weapons break the limits of power, like the chaotic Bio-Blower

The Announcer narrates the non-stop action in the Arena, with more than 80 multi-kill, shutdown and special event medals to call and award. Battling across 8 distinct maps covered in dynamic stage hazards, a cast of 12 distinct computer-controlled characters fight alongside human players. All with unique appearances, skill levels and text chats, invite the strongest bots to your Contest if you dare!

Classical Caliber Combat Contest contains:

• 50 powerful weapons split into five ammo slots

• A fully featured Announcer with 80+ Medals to call and award

• Free Play and Contest modes offering fully custom or replayable experiences

• 20 impactful Items, including the Grapple Hook, Pickup Portal and Ultimate Upgrade!

• 12 distinct NPC bots, each with a custom appearance, skill stats and chat messages

• 8 unique Maps, each with four layouts to accommodate different game sizes

• Fan favorite Modes, including Deathmatch and Capture the Flag

• Team sizes "none" through "four" supported by all Maps and many game modes

• Dozens of game-changing Modifiers like Infection and Floor is Lava

• Stage hazards and interactive elements on every map

  • Push players into Death Pits or Grinders for an instant kill

  • Bounce certain Items off an Electric Wall to supercharge them

  • The Mutator Barrel changes based on how it is destroyed

    • Bullet weapon damage creates a basic, high-damage blast

    • Explosive weapon damage sucks in nearby players for an easy follow-up

Additional Features

• Host your own public or private matches with extended admin tools

• Use Quickplay or the Server Browser to find the perfect public game

• Unique vibrant comic-book visual style

• Customize your ArenaBot's colors and face. Also find them in the Lobby and on billboards!

• Accessibility features get new players up to speed faster

  • The Spawn List shows when weapons and powerups are about to appear

  • Performance-distributed items like the Auto-Missiles help players mount a comeback

  • Armor Stacks increase the defenses of underperforming players

• Join and invite players directly from the Steam Friends list

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