Free-to-play RTS game
Stormgate is a free-to-play action game from Frost Giant Studios. This game features real-time strategy elements to put players in the middle of a war between humanity and alien invaders. View every step of the battle in a 3D third-person view. There are also multiple game modes, both single-player and multiplayer. Play campaigns alone or as a team, or fight in the game servers against other players.
Its mix of fantasy and science-fiction and its quality visuals make Stormgate a worthy game under Frost Giant. The team includes former developers on Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne and Starcraft II.
Experience humanity’s last stand
Uniquely positioned as a mix between Warcraft and Starcraft franchises, Stormgate has created a rich story. Set in the distant future, you can play as either an Earthling or a demonic infernal. Depending on your choice, you get to build a base and explore techs unique to them. For the base game, there are only two races or factions to choose from, although others are reportedly on the way.
As mentioned, it also has a healthy selection of game modes that work for both single and multiplayer modes. For the campaigns, you can tackle it solo or with friends in a cooperative session. Similarly, you can join public matchmaking servers alone or with your squad to participate in competitive player-vs-player (PvP) battles. Whether as foes or as allies, there are game opportunities for you to enjoy.
Additionally, as it promises to be a fully free-to-play experience, the developers offer no in-game purchases that offer any form of gameplay advantages. You will have to grind for every feature you would want to unlock. However, it can take some time before the game builds up its player base, which translates to longer queuing times, especially for multiplayer games.
The future of RTS
With all the features listed above, it’s safe to say that Stormgate is the next hope of reviving the waning popularity of RTS games. With a game premise that is both familiar and new to fans of larger RTS franchises, it manages to make its campaigns immersive and intuitive. Furthermore, its wide range of single-player and multiplayer modes offer near limitless gameplay possibilities for players.
