X-Com creator's latest title, Chip 'n Clawz vs. The Brainioids, announced

Today, Arc Games and Snapshot Games announced Chip 'n Clawz vs. The Brainioids, a new action-strategy game which blends third-person action and RTS gameplay for a unique experience. This latest title from X-Com's creator will have a public demo available on February 24th which will allow online and local campaign co-op, two PvP maps, and a ton of weapons, mods, collectibles, and base building options. You can check out a trailer and learn more below:

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – February 20, 2024 – In a new trailer debuted today, Arc Games and Snapshot Games revealed, Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids, a new action-packed strategy game that combines thrilling third-person action with the strategic depth of real-time strategy (RTS) gameplay – all set in a colorful, comic book-style world brimming with a unique cast of characters. Whether strategizing in battle or diving into the action firsthand, players will find a uniquely engaging and heroic adventure that keeps them coming back for more. As part of Steam Next Fest: February Edition from February 24 to March 3, the first-ever demo of Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids will be available for players to experience this exciting heroic action RTS adventure before it launches on PC, Xbox and PlayStation this spring with cross platform play support at launch.

You can check out the new trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCdO-C0kpVM

Developed by the Bulgaria-based development studio Snapshot Games, led by Julian Gollop, Founder & CEO, who’s best known as the creator of X-COM, the team were on a mission to create a game that seamlessly blends both 3rd person action and the essence of RTS gameplay they know and love. With this mission in mind, they landed on Chip ‘n Clawz vs.The Brainioids, a family-friendly and co-op-friendly adventure that brings a fresh and action-packed take on classic strategy games!

“At Snapshot Games, we recognize how much players really enjoy challenging real time strategy games but from our experience, we know that some players like a strategy game that’s easier to pick up and play, that’s a bit more action-packed and that’s fun to play with friends,” said Julian Gollop, CEO of Snapshot Games. “With Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids, we set out to create a dynamic and accessible action RTS experience that players can dive into together. We can’t wait for players to jump into the action, meet the game’s unique characters and enjoy the heroic adventures that await – starting with the demo in just a couple of days!”

Shortly following today’s announcement, the first-ever demo of Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids will be playable during Steam Next Fest from February 24 through March 3.  The demo will give players plenty of Chip ‘n Clawz action to dive into, as it’ll feature online and local campaign co-op and PvP multiplayer support, four Mission levels, two Challenge levels, two PvP maps, and plenty of weapons, mods, collectibles and base building options! Those who want to join the Chip ‘n Clawz community and find fellow Earthlings to adventure with or challenge in PvP can join the game’s official Discord. 

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