Team Assault picked up by Matrix

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<a href="http://www.matrixgames.com/news/799/Team.Assault:.Baptism.of.Fire.is.Announced!" target="_blank">Matrix</a> sent word that they'll be publishing the turn-based tactical title, <a href="http://www.teamassault-game.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Team Assault</strong></a>. <blockquote>Matrix Games, Slitherine (www.slitherine.com), and Zeal (www.teamassault-game.com) are thrilled to announce Team Assault: Baptism of Fire &ndash; a beautifully crafted 3D turn-based tactical game set during World War II. With turn-based action that is paced to keep you constantly engaged and realistic combat modeled to precision, Team Assault: Baptism of Fire is already behind hailed by RockPaperShotgun.com as &ldquo;a project we&rsquo;ll be paying attention to!&rdquo;

David Heath, Director of Operations at Matrix Games, said &ldquo;Team Assault: Baptism of Fire really has it all &ndash; great turn-based gameplay on an intense tactical scale, gorgeous 3D graphics complete with detailed models and vivid environments, and tons of customization and modification options! Hardcore wargamers and casual strategy fans have a lot to be excited about.&rdquo;

Team Assault: Baptism of Fireis a 3D turn-based tactical game where players take command of infantry squads to engage the enemy in intense close combat. Using an objective-control system, players must use wits and the geography around them to secure tactically important points and dominate the enemy. Although the combat system is turn-based, the game play can be as fast paced and dynamic as you&rsquo;d like. Dynamic turns, counter actions and continual feedback keep you constantly engaged while still giving you enough time to make important decisions to change the course of battle!

Team Assault boasts an in-depth combat system that booth favors realism and exciting gameplay. Weapon accuracy and penetration, cover versus weapon penetration, recoil, encumbrance and wounded soldiers are only some of the included features. Also included are near limitless customization options. The included map editor and force creator will allow you to design finely tuned squads that perfectly suit your needs and command styles. A map editor is also included so constructing all new tactical puzzles and environments is possible as well!
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Oh shit. This means the game will be way overpriced.

 

To be fair, not as overpriced as the Norm Koger HPS stuff. That stuff makes one's eyes bleed.