Most Highly-Anticipated RTS Will Be Free To Try February 5

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In the world of real-time-strategy PC games, one of the most promising upcoming titles is by Frost Giant Studios. A melding of classic games like and, the upcoming free-to-play RTS was fueled by community passion and is shaping up to be a shining beacon of light in what otherwise feels like a dark cavern that once was a strong RTS gaming scene. Led by former game developers, producers, and directors from all the best RTS titles of the past, 's beta will be playable for everyone for the first time ever next month.

This isn't the first time the RTS community has been teased with promises of something that could compare to RTS games of the past, but it's perhaps the most earnest attempt at doing so. Involvement with professional players and the hardcore RTS community forecasts the potential for a thriving competitive scene, and the recent revelation of stars like Simu Liu voicing key characters is even more reason to pay attention to the upcoming game.

The beta will be available to play during Steam Next Fest from February 5-12, 2024. During this time, access to the game's 1v1 and 3-player co-op vs AI modes will be available to the public. This period will mark the first time the game will be available for anyone to try, though the title has been available to a limited number of people in closed beta since the summer of 2023. To participate, people can head to the page on Steam to gain access to the beta when Steam Next Fest starts.

In addition to the announcement that the game will be available to play, the developers also announced that would be partnering with the Elite Gaming Channel (EGC) to create its first-ever prize tournament open to the public with a $10,000 prize pool. Additional details and a signup page will be