Quick Synopsis
Liquidation is a tactical real-time strategy set on the collapsing world of Veá. After a catastrophic event called the Splintering, a rare and potent material — quenrium — has surfaced, sparking a war for dominance. Players take command of forces from one of two opposing coalitions and must manage resources, build defenses, and fight for control of this dying planet.
Setting and Storyline
Veá is a world unraveling at the edges. The Splintering destabilized ecosystems and unleashed quenrium, a resource that reshapes technology and magic alike. Two major collectives contest the planet’s remaining wealth: the Twilight Crusade, and the Scourge Alliance. Their clash drives the narrative and influences the tactical situations you’ll face across the campaign and match maps.
Playable Forces
- Twilight Crusade: disciplined units and adaptive technology, favoring flexible tactics and defensive structures.
- Scourge Alliance: brutal, aggressive forces that trade precision for overwhelming numbers and battlefield disruption.
Modes Available
Liquidation supports solo and competitive play, with distinct experiences for each:
- Single-player: a story-driven campaign that explores the Splintering’s aftermath and the motivations of the factions.
- Multiplayer: skirmishes and ranked matches where human opponents test your strategies in evolving maps.
Core Systems and Gameplay Loop
- Resource acquisition and base construction sit at the heart of play, requiring careful expansion and defense.
- Tactical engagements require unit positioning, terrain use, and the timed deployment of special abilities.
- Environmental elements and map hazards change over time, forcing players to adapt deliberate plans on the fly.
Units, Specialists, and Leadership
- Mercenaries: hireable specialists with unique histories and abilities that can turn local encounters in your favor.
- Commanders: powerful leaders whose presence alters strategic options and unlocks faction-specific bonuses.
Design Highlights
- Dynamic battlefields respond to player choices and the shifting conditions of Veá.
- A mix of fantasy and sci-fi aesthetics gives the world a distinctive visual and mechanical identity.
- Emphasis on fortifications and unit protection rewards thoughtful base layouts and combined-arms tactics.
Who Should Play
- Fans of tactical strategy who like managing bases as much as controlling frontline engagements.
- Players who enjoy storytelling woven into campaign missions as well as competitive multiplayer matches.
Quick Feature List
- Tactical combat with emphasis on positioning and commanders
- Base-building and defensive engineering
- Mercenaries with individual backstories and abilities
- Adaptive maps and environmental mechanics
Tips for New Players
- Prioritize securing quenrium nodes early to fund expansion.
- Use commanders’ abilities to create timing windows for assaults.
- Rotate mercenaries into roles that complement your core army.
- Fortify chokepoints instead of trying to cover every approach at once.
Technical
- Windows
- Mac
- Full