Lead a stick-figure army from the Stone Age to the Space Age in a single-player strategy war. Mine gold, recruit troops, build defenses, and break enemy strongholds. Research lasting upgrades, prestige for stronger runs, and unlock an escalating Endless War.

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What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“I'm choosing Early Access as a base to improve on the current set of features and add new content to the game via community feedback. While I'm a solo developer, having community feedback will allow me to address issues with the game in Early Access and add more content that players will enjoy.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The game may remain in Early Access for roughly 1–2 years depending on feedback and feature progression.”

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

“I plan to expand battlefield variety, enemy encounters and army upgrades, while improving combat balance, animation, sound and performance. Community feedback will help determine which additions receive priority. ”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version includes single-player real-time battles, nine eras, troop recruitment, mining, squad orders, buildable defenses, research upgrades, prestige and an unlockable Endless War mode. Stick-figure troops fight in 3D environments. Balance, presentation and performance are still being refined, especially in large battles. ”

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

“We currently have no plans to change the price after release.”

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

“I plan to discuss ideas and new content with the community directly, addressing core issues and player feedback. Players can provide feedback through the Steam forums and community hub.”
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About This Game

Small soldiers. A war across the ages.

StandOff is a single-player real-time strategy game about building a stick-figure army and breaking the enemy line. Start with miners, swords and bows. Fight through nine eras, from the Stone Age to the Space Age, with an Age of Magic along the way.

Build your army. Hold your ground.

Mine gold and earn rewards from fallen enemies to recruit reinforcements. Combine infantry, ranged troops, healers and siege units. Select squads, assign positions, and choose when to defend, retreat or push toward the enemy stronghold.

Turn a position into a fortress.

Build barricades and archer towers near your troops. Research builders to repair and rebuild damaged defenses. Use elevated ground and ranged support to make the enemy pay for every step.

From bows to war machines

Unlock more than 40 troop classes across the eras, including spellcasters, necromancers, artillery, tanks, drones and mechs. Face enemy-only creatures and bosses, including dragons and towering titans. Your army needs more than one answer to the next assault.

Every campaign makes you stronger

Invest research in class upgrades, fire and poison attacks, economy, defenses and automatic recruitment. Prestige to return to the first sector while keeping permanent upgrades and gaining a gold-income bonus. Complete the campaign to unlock Endless War, where your unlocked army faces increasingly intense battles.

Stick figures in a world at war

Faceless stick soldiers fight across detailed 3D landscapes, with flying arrows, crumbling defenses, ragdoll casualties and changing skies. Plan your next move while the battlefield tells the story of the last one.

System Requirements

Windows
SteamOS + Linux
    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 11
    • Processor: Core i5‑8400 (Coffee Lake, 2017)
    • Memory: 4 MB RAM
    • Graphics:  NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB
    • Storage: 16 MB available space
    • Sound Card: Any integrated audio (e.g. Realtek ALC887 or better)
    • VR Support: N/A
    Recommended:
    • Memory: 4 MB RAM
    • Storage: 16 MB available space
    Minimum:
    • Memory: 4 MB RAM
    • Storage: 16 MB available space
    Recommended:
    • Memory: 4 MB RAM
    • Storage: 16 MB available space