Hyper Snatch · published
Hey everyone. I need to be 100% transparent with you all.
I built the core of CTF1 back in 2020. Shortly after, I burnt out, walked away, came back briefly in 2022, and then stepped away again. I know this store page has looked like a ghost town for a long time, and I completely understand why many of you thought the project was dead and removed it from your wishlists.
But I am back, I’m locked into the engine, and this time it’s for real. The game is finally getting finished and it’s nearly there. Our official launch date is January 26th, 2027.
I didn't want to just release the old version of the game where you simply ran around. It felt empty and got boring quickly. Over the last few weeks, I have completely overhauled the gameplay loop. The game is now a high-skill competitive arena brawler.
The game now features active, cooldown-based movement abilities designed to let you outplay your opponents. Instead of magic spells or sci-fi teleportation, the game features a semi-realistic, arcade-athletic movement kit. Think real-world physical movements, but cranked up to video-game extremes.
Chain your momentum together to slide under incoming dives and obstacles, or stretch for that final inch to secure a tag or capture.
Speed Boost:
Dive:
Slide:
Quickly snap left or right to break ankles and completely juke an opponent trying to tackle you, or firmly hold your ground for a defensive tag.
Defensive Side-Step:
Offensive Side-Step:
...and more. We are currently balancing a full kit of tactical abilities that completely change how you attack, defend, and control the arena.
Because CTF1 has evolved from a basic running simulator into a complete, rock-solid multiplayer experience with fully working custom lobbies, a server browser, and deep mechanics, the game will launch at the price of $4.99. This will directly help cover backend costs and support future updates.
However, I know words don't mean anything after a long absence—proof does. To prove to you that the game is ready and the movement feels incredible, I will be participating in the Steam Next Fest this October. We will be dropping a completely free open beta demo for that week so you can get in, play with your friends, and stress-test the servers before spending a single cent.
Thank you to everyone who has kept this game on their wishlist since the beginning. Get ready for October.
Note: Keep an eye out for our next update in August, where we’ll be dropping a brand-new gameplay trailer showing these new mechanics in action!