The title, kicking off the week, is an intriguing tactical game with a unique feature in its aiming system. It’s called Critter Crossfire and is being developed by a solo creator, Evan Polekoff, who works on the project in his spare time. Originally conceived as a multiplayer game, Evan is now focusing on building a single-player campaign. Let’s dive into some details.
As I said, unlike traditional tactical RPGs, this game challenges you to aim your attacks in first-person, introducing skill-based physics into its deep framework. Whether you’re carefully lining up a direct hit or attempting a daring trick shot, each move combines clever positioning and precision aiming. With over 100 customizable items, you can create a loadout that caters to your style—choose synergistic combinations like ricocheting bullets, aerial projectiles, or even a gun that shoots other guns.
The game offers a rich array of modes. Embark on a roguelite campaign through 16 distinct runs filled with quirky mechanics, challenging obstacles, and a mysterious shadowy antagonist. Or, test your mettle in PvP, competing in free-for-all battles with friends or AI across intricately designed 3D maps. Each level features dynamic environmental elements like spinning gears and conveyor belts, turning every battle into a tactical puzzle. Critter Crossfire has a demo available on Steam, while the release window for the game is set for mid-2025.
About This Game
A Turn-Based Tactics Roguelike where YOU aim the shots!
- Versus Mode: Fight in 1v1 or 4-player free-for-all matches against your friends or against challenging computer opponents.
- Campaign Mode: Challenge the single player rougelike campaign and earn powerups to defeat progressively tougher enemies.
🔫 SKILLFUL SHOOTING
In Critter Crossfire, landing the shot is up to YOU and your skill. Will you keep it safe and stick to direct line of sight, or will you go for insane trick shots to style on your opponent?
🧠 DEEP STRATEGY
Accuracy isn’t the only thing that matters; strategy wins wars! Put your tactics to the test by positioning your units on the high-ground, securing the best sightlines and choosing the perfect items for any situation.
Power up your units by grabbing item boxes. Choose your items carefully to form powerful combinations and build your perfect loadout.
- Flappy Gun – Shoot a flappy bird and flap to keep it in the air.
- Gun Gun – A gun that shoots another gun. Aim your second shot from the skies.
- Bounce Ammo – Ricochet your bullets off of obstacles to hit targets behind cover.
- X-Ray Vision – See enemy units through obstacles to line up the perfect shot.
- And many more!
Each map has a diverse and detailed 3D environment. The precise hitboxes on obstacles let you take your trick-shots to the next level. Master the unique level mechanics like conveyor belts and spinning gears.
- A mysterious shadow creature is stirring up chaos among the critters!
- Take on 16 campaign runs, each with their own unique gimmick. Make use of synergistic items to build the perfect loadout for the challenge.
- Unlock new items and power up your critters to take on harder difficulties. Can you beat Monster Mode?
🌍REMOTE PLAY
Turn-Based gameplay is a perfect match for Steam’s Remote Play Together feature. Challenge your friends online with just a single copy of the game.
💖 PASSION PROJECT
Critter Crossfire was made entirely by a single developer in his free time over many years. Thank you so much for showing interest in this wacky experimental project!
