You are an invincible bodyguard. Your only weakness is the person you must protect. Control the crowd, spot the assassin, and execute the mission in this stylish, top-down tactical shooter.

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Planned Release Date: November 2026

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About This Game

(The Hook)
In a world of secrets and shadows, you are the last line of defense.

(Core Gameplay)
STEP ASIDE! is a stylish, top-down tactical shooter where you play as an invincible bodyguard tasked with protecting a high-profile VIP. The catch? The crowd is not just scenery; it's a dense, unpredictable, physics-based obstacle that can block your shots, impede your movement, and hide assassins in plain sight. Every takedown requires precision, every step is a calculated risk, and every mission is a high-stakes puzzle of crowd control and tactical execution.

(Features)

  • A Unique Tactical Premise: You are invincible, but your charge is not. Shift your focus from self-preservation to absolute control of the environment.

  • Manipulate the Crowd: Use a powerful arsenal of abilities like the concussive "Shout" or the "Bomb Threat" to part the masses, create openings, or weaponize their panic.

  • A "Violently Stylish" Arsenal: Master a collection of unique, unlockable weapons, from the silent Knife and the precision Boomerang to the chaotic Stun Baton and M4.

  • Every Shot Counts: A single misplaced bullet can cause a civilian panic, jeopardize the mission, and cost you valuable Vibe Points. Clean, professional execution is rewarded.

  • Survive the Ambush: Overcome intense, handcrafted "Ambush" scenarios where your skills are pushed to the absolute limit.

(The Outro)
Most will try. You will execute.

System Requirements

Windows
macOS
    Minimum:
    • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11
    • Processor: Any CPU with 2.0 GHz or faster
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Graphics card with DirectX 11 support
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 500 MB available space
    • Sound Card: Any
    • VR Support: No
    • Additional Notes: Runs on most modern hardware. A dedicated graphics card is not required.
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
    Minimum:
    • OS: macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later
    • Processor: Intel or Apple Silicon
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Any graphics card that supports Metal
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 500 MB available space
    • Sound Card: Any
    • Additional Notes: Natively supports both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
* Starting February 15, 2024, the Steam Client will no longer support 32-bit games or macOS 10.14 or lower.
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