Relic Entertainment, the masterminds behind the beloved *Company of Heroes*, are venturing into new territory with their upcoming turn-based strategy game, *Earth vs. Mars*. Scheduled for release this Summer on PC via Steam, this game promises a thrilling, smaller-scale experience inspired by the iconic Nintendo DS classic, *Advance Wars*. In *Earth vs. Mars*, players are tasked with safeguarding our planet from a Martian invasion by ingeniously crafting "bizarre and powerful creature-human hybrids" using the innovative Splice-O-Tron. Imagine the tactical possibilities with unique hybrids like the Squirrel-Cow, Human-Rhino, and Cheetah-Fly!
Relic Entertainment has painted a vivid picture of the game's storyline: "For decades, Martians have been secretly visiting Earth, abducting humans and animals to harvest their atomic essence. Now, they’ve returned with a full-scale invasion, and it’s up to a ragtag group of commanders to lead Earth’s resistance. Players will command Earth’s military against high-tech Martian saucers, grav-tanks, and elite alien warriors in a desperate struggle for survival."
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*Earth vs. Mars* is packed with features to keep players engaged. It includes a comprehensive 30+ mission single-player campaign, online multiplayer where you can choose to play as either Earth or Mars, a VS Mode to test your skills against the game's AI, and a map editor for those who love to customize their gaming experience.
“We are excited to bring a Relic Twist to the *Advance Wars* style of gameplay, infusing some Relic DNA, while harkening back to some of our earlier titles,” said Relic CEO Justin Dowdeswell. “Relic Entertainment recently announced a new strategy: Alongside continuing to work on the traditional RTS titles that we’re known for, we’re also going to work on smaller Indie style games in order to explore new sub-genres, experiment, get our creative juices going, and release games more frequently.” If you're eager to dive into this unique blend of strategy and creativity, you can wishlist *Earth vs. Mars* on Steam now.
