In-game event14 Aug 2026Update v2.28 – Campaign Improvements & Bug FixesBased on player requests, the campaign now allows you to select a hero when replaying completed missions. You can choose from the heroes compatible with each mission’s storyline and map requirements. · More enemy structures and activity have been added to “Siege Of The Island”, making the mission more engaging and challenging. · The hero in “Lost In The Glacier” has been replaced with Vargor—be…
New Experimental Alien Abilities Most ground units of the Alien faction have received new abilities that allow them to replicate and evolve using their energy cores: Core Division This ability allows you to rapidly expand your army even far away from your base. Order a unit to create two cocoons, sacrificing itself in the process. After a short time, two new units of the same type will emerge f…
After many years of solo development, WARSHIFT 2 is now available on Steam! Thank you all for your support, feedback, discussions, and wishlists - it truly helped make this release possible. I hope you enjoy the game and the battles ahead. Available now on Steam:
Following numerous player requests, I have added the ability to command your troops directly while playing in Action Mode. You can now lead groups of units across the battlefield or call in artillery and air support at the right moment without switching back to RTS Mode. This feature created a surprisingly engaging new way to play, and it is definitely worth trying. To get started, create unit…
Experience the dynamic ocean technology used in WARSHIFT 2 to bring large-scale naval battles to life. This video showcases the game’s advanced water system, including realistic waves, reflections, foam, underwater effects, ship wakes, buoyancy, and dynamic interaction between the ocean, aircraft carriers, battleships, amphibious units and floating combat avatars. The water surface changes natu…
Hello everyone! I’m currently collecting player feedback for the WARSHIFT 2 Demo to better understand what should be improved before release. If you have already played the demo, I would really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to answer a short survey. As a solo developer, your feedback is extremely valuable and will help me identify the most important issues, improve gameplay bala…
WARSHIFT 2 features two epic story-driven campaigns for the Cyber Legion and the Alien Enclaves, with dozens of missions, including tutorials and even some live-action cutscenes (no AI). The campaign story centers around a brutal conflict between Earth corporations and alien forces fighting for control over the resources of disputed colonial worlds and ancient artifacts that could unlock the cr…
Carrier strike groups operating on remote planets have received powerful reinforcements from Earth in the form of a mobile shipyard for constructing and maintaining aircraft carriers. The carrier can now be deployed and repaired directly in the combat zone, both at sea and in the air. Unlike other buildings, the shipyard is built in a fixed location. Simply click on its icon, and it will deploy…
The Aircraft Carrier is now available as an opponent, and you can face it in battle as shown in the video below: In the first battle, the Aliens relied on a straightforward battleship strategy and were overwhelmed by the unstoppable power of the Legion’s carrier strike group. However, in the second round, the Aliens were forced to take extreme measures and deploy their experimental weapon: kami…
Introducing a new super unit — the Aircraft Carrier! Aircraft Carrier 'Atlas' is the flagship of the Cyber Legion fleet. It carries 18 aircraft organized into three squadrons: · Fighter Squadron · Bomber Squadron · Strike Aircraft Squadron You can also form custom squadrons for specialized missions. The carrier is equipped with advanced self-defense systems, including: · 2 anti-air systems feat…
Alien artillery has been significantly changed: Tridents and Battleships no longer drop simple explosive bombs. Instead, they launch cocoons that hatch upon impact, releasing small spider-like predators. These creatures can attack enemy units and structures behind the front lines for a limited time. The Alien Battleship now attacks with a continuous energy beam instead of single shots. This cre…
WARSHIFT 2 is joining Steam Next Fest, and I going live with an exclusive gameplay showcase of the demo! Join the official gameplay livestream where I, as the solo developer, will showcase the core game mechanics, including the hybrid Action-RTS gameplay, base building, unit management, and direct control of your combat avatars in dynamic combat. Campaign missions as well as tutorial missions w…
Meet The New WARSHIFT 2 Teaser Trailer! I'm excited to present the official teaser trailer for WARSHIFT 2 — the next chapter in a large-scale sci-fi war where tactics, technology, and firepower determine the fate of distant planets. This teaser offers a first look at the atmosphere, visual style, and intensity that define WARSHIFT 2. And this is only the beginning. New Features In WARSHIFT 2 Al…
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