Mad Max fans will be very happy to get a look at Dust Raiders. This tactical survival game throws you into a gritty post-apocalyptic world where exploration is key—not just for scavenging resources, but for trading, completing quests, and, most importantly, engaging in high-octane vehicle combat.
Developed by Vixa Games and published by Games Operators, Dust Raiders is a post-apocalyptic tactical strategy game set in a desolate wasteland. Players take on the role of a survivor who has lost everything following an attack by a deadly faction known as “Sawblade.” You start by scavenging scraps to build vehicles and recruit a crew to help you reclaim your lost territory and survive the harsh environment.
Dust Raiders puts you in control of a post-apocalyptic caravan, blending strategy with fast-paced vehicular combat. Each vehicle you command is unique—some are built for speed and agility, while others are powerful juggernauts ready to smash anything in their path. Combat happens in real-time, but with an active pause feature, you can either carefully plan your moves.
As you progress, you’ll manage an entire fleet, positioning support vehicles to maximize their effectiveness, while your main caravan stays stationary during battles. The thrill of ramming enemies, sending them flying in dramatic explosions, is a key highlight—but it requires precise timing and smart positioning.
Every fight comes with risks. If you lose a vehicle, you lose valuable resources, weakening your caravan. Each battle forces you to weigh the potential rewards against these dangers, making every decision a calculated gamble. Resource management and crew recruitment are also vital, as you gather supplies and prepare for the looming threat of a massive Great Storm.
Dust Raiders is in development and planned for a “to be announced” release on PC via Steam. Below is an overview, screens, and trailer.
About This Game
Everything did not go according to the plan. Sooner or later, being in control of the refinery could slip away from your hands. And well… It did. The deadly Sawblade attack took everything from you. Your friend, Victor, is gone. Fuel gone. Equipment gone. Crew members gone. Time to assemble the first vehicle from scrap, gather a new crew and get back on track. There is no time to waste, because The Great Storm is coming.
Turn-based vehicle combat
You’ll embark on desert pursuits, and sometimes fighting will be inevitable. Command your crew and use your vehicle weapons most effectively in an intense turn-based combat system.
Dynamic economy
Dust Raiders features a dynamic economy system with demand and supply, and random events that can affect the market. You’ll need to make strategic decisions about what goods to buy and sell to maximize your profits.
Ride customization
Helping struggling enclaves, finishing quests and gathering crew members will unlock new customization options for your vehicles.
Vast hostile areas to explore
In order to complete main story and side missions you will need to explore four huge hostile areas ranging from borders of Eternal Desert, through contaminated marshes and abandoned Polis.
