The AI was perfect - too perfect to control. Face off against rogue drone swarms in tactical turn-based combat inspired by Advance Wars and FTL.

<h2 class="bb_tag" >We all knew where this would end.</h2>We built autonomous weapons because they were inevitable; because if we didn't, someone else would. We gambled that we could control them - and we lost. And now they do what we built them to do: fight a war against us, without end.Metal Apex: Rogue Prototype is a turn-based tactical game where every move is a battle of wits against a ruthless, aggressive AI. Inspired by Advance Wars and FTL, it challenges you to adapt, strategize, and outmaneuver an opponent that presses every advantage and punishes every mistake.        <video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/7b246615d4957bfa5514ce9ccb1dd4f0.poster.avif?t=1758993164" width=256 height=256 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/7b246615d4957bfa5514ce9ccb1dd4f0.webm?t=1758993164" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/7b246615d4957bfa5514ce9ccb1dd4f0.mp4?t=1758993164" type="video/mp4"></video>   <video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/3204e67216368f8862b8c634352335fa.poster.avif?t=1758993164" width=256 height=256 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/3204e67216368f8862b8c634352335fa.webm?t=1758993164" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/3204e67216368f8862b8c634352335fa.mp4?t=1758993164" type="video/mp4"></video> <h2 class="bb_tag" >Turn-based, Grid-based, Tactical Combat</h2>Metal Apex: Rogue Prototype is built for tactical enthusiasts:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>Master the Terrain - Use roads for speed, forests for cover, and cities for both. And protect your base - losing it means defeat. </li><li> Allocate Unit Energy - Unit &quot;Weapon,&quot; &quot;Sensor,&quot; and &quot;Engine&quot; systems require power to function. Allocate energy among those systems to change unit characteristics on-the-fly and meet battlefield demands.</li><li> Lock on Target - Attack enemy Weapon, Sensor, and Engine systems to weaken firepower, disrupt targeting, or cripple mobility. </li><li> Merge &amp; Regroup - Merge damaged units to recover strength and stay in the fight.</li><li> Survive - A unit's energy is also its health. When it reaches zero, the unit explodes. </li></ul>        <video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/f3bfe2a9a07ffb1b8911f102e7b5cde7.poster.avif?t=1758993164" width=256 height=256 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/f3bfe2a9a07ffb1b8911f102e7b5cde7.webm?t=1758993164" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/f3bfe2a9a07ffb1b8911f102e7b5cde7.mp4?t=1758993164" type="video/mp4"></video>   <video class="bb_img" autoplay muted loop playsinline poster="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/73e0e038be398c5f2d1473d79e8c7c6e.poster.avif?t=1758993164" width=256 height=256 ><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/73e0e038be398c5f2d1473d79e8c7c6e.webm?t=1758993164" type="video/webm; codecs=vp9"><source src="https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/3488540/extras/73e0e038be398c5f2d1473d79e8c7c6e.mp4?t=1758993164" type="video/mp4"></video><h2 class="bb_tag" >Key Features</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Ruthless AI - No enemy spam. The AI will beat you in a fair fight.</li><li>Adjustable Difficulty - Is the AI too strong? Lower the difficulty and enjoy the story.</li><li>Short Learning-Curve - Simple mechanics that are easy to learn, but difficult to master. No lengthy tutorials required.</li><li>Up-Tempo Pacing - Enjoy brisk close-quarters combat on single-screen maps.</li><li>10+ Missions - A gripping linear single-player campaign. </li><li>Local 2-Player PvP - Challenge a friend in head-to-head battle. </li><li>Steam Deck Compatibility - Plays beautifully on the Steam Deck. </li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" >Experience the Future of Gaming: PICO-8</h2>Metal Apex: Rogue Prototype is built on PICO-8 - a cutting-edge fantasy console delivering state-of-the-art technology:<ul class="bb_ul"><li>High-Definition 128x128 Pixel Display </li><li>Stunning 16-Color Palette </li><li>Massive 32 Kilobyte Cartridge</li><li>Rich 4-Channel Stereo Sound </li></ul>Metal Apex: Rogue Prototype packs massive strategic depth into a tiny console. Take command, outthink the AI, and prove that humanity isn't obsolete!<h2 class="bb_tag" >Join the Fight!</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li>Wishlist Metal Apex: Rogue Prototype on Steam</li><li>Follow the project on BlueSky</li></ul>

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