Cepheus Protocol
Release date: May 15, 2020
Developers: Halcyon Winds
Publishers: Halcyon Winds
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Categories: Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Online Co-op, Steam Achievements, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Workshop, Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort, Custom Volume Controls, Adjustable Difficulty, Playable without Timed Input, Save Anytime, Stereo Sound, Surround Sound, Partial Controller Support, Steam Cloud, Remote Play Together, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English, Simplified Chinese, Korean, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Portugal, French

Special Announcement: Opt Into Cepheus Protocol Experimental Builds Be the first to experience cutting-edge features and updates by opting into Cepheus Protocol Experimental Builds ! What You'll Get: Early access to new gameplay mechanics, systems, and features. A chance to provide feedback that shapes the future of Cepheus Protocol. A sneak peek at upcoming content and improvements before they hit the main build. How to Opt-In: Buy/Own the Base Game of  Cepheus Protocol Go to your Steam Library. Search for  Cepheus Protocol Experimental Branch . Install and have fun! Roadmap Explore the future of Cepheus Protocol ! Discover upcoming features like Doctrines , the DNA Research System , Operator Units , and Co-op Mode . Stay informed with all updates by visiting our full roadmap on our website. About the Game An Open World RTS Military Survival Game. Command CERC (Center for Epidemic Research and Control) to stop a pandemic-level event from consuming the Bay Area. The Pangu Virus threatens humanity as it spreads, turning native inhabitants into infected, relentless swarms. Can you adapt, survive, and reclaim control? Hardcore RTS Military Combat Meets Survival Horror Aircraft Carrier Operations Your mobile base of operations in Pandemic Mode. If it’s destroyed, you lose. Defend it at all costs and utilize Winters, now a rebuildable hero, to lead your forces. A New Threat Rises Battle infected hordes that can infect and turn your own units. Command land, sea, and air forces to hold the line in this unforgiving world. Dynamic Gameplay Systems Command the Operator Control the battlefield in Third-Person Shooter mode or use the Operator as a hero unit in RTS mode. Adapt your strategies to survive. Doctrine Tree Progression Unlock new support options, powerful weapons, and unique units by leveling up through the Doctrine tree. Customize Pandemic Mode Create your perfect challenge. Turn off infected types, adjust gameplay options, and create custom scenarios to tailor the experience. Character Progression Improve your characters’ health and targeting efficiency as they gain experience through combat. Innovative Mechanics and Features Line of Sight and Hearing AI Experience cutting-edge AI that hunts your units based on what they can see and hear. Stay stealthy, or face overwhelming swarms. Massive, Detailed Maps Explore sprawling urban environments filled with varied locales. Plan every attack, defense, and civilian evacuation carefully to ensure survival. Dynamic Civilian Diplomacy Interact with rogue civilian groups. Recruit them to your cause, negotiate alliances, or defend yourself from hostile factions. Civilian Evacuation Manage who lives and dies with an intricate Civilian Administration Structure. Customize your intake system or use preset templates to make critical decisions. Destroy the Infection Research the Pangu Virus Delve into the secrets of the alien pathogen and find a way to kill Patient 0 before it’s too late. Hunt Patient 0 and Their Lieutenants Stop the infection from spreading by targeting its leaders. Destroy their expanding hordes before they consume every province. Dynamic Provincial Events Encounter unexpected challenges as rogue civilian combatants and infected groups form dynamically across the map. Your reputation and decisions will shape the world around you. Planned Features Enhanced Operator Customization Tailor weapons, abilities, and appearance. Drive vehicles, gain progression perks, and refine your playstyle for maximum impact. DNA Research System Develop a proper progression tree to counter the virus, protect your units, and evolve your strategies. Improved AI Logic Refine the behavior of infected Lieutenants and AI to challenge extreme turtle strategies. Co-Op Multiplayer Share control of CERC operations with up to four players. Pool resources, coordinate tactics, and fight as a team against the infection. Canon Campaign Mode Experience the official Cepheus Protocol story, inspired by the novel and side storie 

Press reviews: “A game that caught me off guard with how freaking fantastic it is, it runs fairly darn well, is pretty intense and reminds me quite a bit of They Are Billions just in a more modern world.” SmashGaminG “I'm really into Tower Defense games and this one is a great creation. It keeps you easily entertained. The sounds and graphics are decent. It's still in E.A and it looks pretty good so far.” ~8.2/10 – Kawaii Reviews “Cepheus gameplay is a unique blend of RTS with a real tower defense feel. 100% a strong learning curve to master the tactical skills layered across the six different character classes. Check it out!” Mature Minded Gamers