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Artificial Extinction 2NewsNext Fest Survival Challenge – Contact Rear
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Next Fest Survival Challenge – Contact Rear

Artificial Extinction 2 · published 23 Feb 2026, 18:12 UTC

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CONTACT REAR – NEXT FEST MAP

  • Enemy forces attack from multiple directions.

  • Your base is exposed.

  • Resources are limited.

Switch between RTS command and FPS combat. Survive as long as possible.


NEXT FEST SURVIVAL CHALLENGE

February 23 – March 2

Contact Rear features a dedicated global leaderboard for Next Fest.

Your survival time determines your score.

When decryption completes, the mission enters Endless Mode. The battle continues until you summon the Mothership.

To maximize your score, remain in Endless Mode to accumulate bonus time. Summon the Mothership at the last possible moment to lock in your highest score.

The leaderboard resets when Next Fest ends.

REWARD

The top 3 players at the end of Next Fest will have their names permanently added to the Artificial Extinction 2 credits.

Survive long enough, and your name lives forever.


PLAY NOW

  • Download the updated demo.

  • Refine your strategy.

  • Climb the leaderboard.

If you enjoy the experience, please consider wishlisting Artificial Extinction 2.

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