Mainframe Defenders Now Available – Xbox Wire


Mainframe defenders is a classic turn-based strategy game that pays homage to classic series like X-COM (1994), MechCommander (1998) and Labor union (1987). We wanted to bring the player back to the days of old-school gaming, when the story was presented in text format and the authors exercised their creativity, which is what we still cherish from the 80s and 90s.

Mainframe defenders

Mainframe defenders takes place in the “Stargazer” research complex, where a computer virus infected the artificial intelligence that controlled the complex and took over the local team. Naturally, this leads to total and utter chaos and destruction. The player takes on the role of a defense algorithm that protects the AI ​​from rampant machines.

The game is divided into a series of missions with different objectives. Once completed, the player receives various rewards that can help him develop mechanical robots and find clues to get to the bottom of the plot. The game universe is designed in the retro style of computer terminals from the 80s. The player has four units per mission. Choosing the right tactics can lead to victory after the enemy’s mechs are outnumbered.

Mainframe defenders

Where the game really shines is in its engaging gameplay and high replay value. This is what we spend most of our time on as we develop it. We really try to refine this aspect to keep our players happy.

The highlight of the game is its customization. You receive spare parts as a quest reward. The higher the difficulty, the more rewards you can get. The content of the store changes after the battle. There are three types of items according to their rarity: the higher it is, the more difficult it is to get them. This is where the toughest mechanics come into play.

Mainframe defenders

Mainframe defenders combines “VHS style” with synth music that mimics 80s workstations. Breaking cords destroying obstacles and walls. Armor-piercing ammo that deals high and corrosive damage. High-quality squad sets, tactical battle trophies on an old LCD screen … The operating system is ready to boot and the system is freaking out, which means it’s time to show that malicious virus behind green pixels and powerful mechs who is the real boss here.

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Mainframe defenders

MAINFRAME DEFENDERS: retro-futuristic tactical strategy game. A computer virus has infiltrated the “Stargazer” research complex. Most robotic units are controlled by the virus. Lead a squad of 4 prototypes on a mission to defend a complex mainframe. You will have to repel assaults, destroy drive manufacturers, download valuable data, clean infected nodes and do more on your way to the deepest parts of the complex. Work with the limitations and drawbacks of the elements to create powerful combinations. Destroy your enemies with various tactics: overheat them, melt them with corrosion, absorb damage and return fire. But don’t rely too heavily on a single strategy – enemies may have a way to counter it. But above all: defend the Mainframe!




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