Stormgate is an action game from Frost Giant Studios. This game features real-time strategy elements to put players in the middle of a war between humanity and alien invaders. View every step of the battle in a 3D third-person view. There are also multiple game modes, both single-player and multiplayer.

Its mix of fantasy, science-fiction, and quality visuals makes Stormgate a worthy inclusion to the developer's catalog of popular titles. The selection includes former Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne and StarCraft II developers. As such, influences from these cult classics can be seen through the gameplay and overall styling.

Humanity’s last stand

Stormgate is set in the distant future, and you can play as either an Earthling or a demonic infernal. Depending on your choice, you get to build a base and explore techs unique to them. Developed using Unreal Engine 5, this game is designed to offer support for high-resolution, high-definition visuals at 4K resolution. It can showcase hundreds of unit models engaged in grand, large-scale battles across various maps and tile sets.

As mentioned, it also has a healthy selection of game modes that work for both single and multiplayer modes. For the campaigns, you can tackle it solo or with friends in a cooperative session. Similarly, you can join public matchmaking servers alone or with your squad to participate in competitive PvP battles. Whether as foes or as allies, there are game opportunities for you to enjoy.

Additionally, as it promises to be a free-to-play experience, there are no in-game purchases that offer any form of gameplay advantages. You will have to grind for every feature you would want to unlock. However, it can take some time before the game builds up its player base, which translates to longer queuing times, especially for multiplayer games.

Infernal host faction

The Infernal Host is a counterpart to the Zerg from its predecessor, StarCraft 2. At the heart of the Infernal faction lies a crucial gameplay mechanic known as the Shroud—an enchanting aura enveloping select Host buildings. The presence of the Shroud bestows remarkable advantages upon Infernal units engaged in combat within its boundaries. Within this faction, three key Infernal units are highlighted: the Brute, the Fiend, and the Imp. Each unit boasts distinct abilities and talents, ready to be showcased on the battlefield.

Beyond gameplay, the developer has unveiled additional advancements concerning the game's soundtracks. Notably, The Chainsmokers, the Grammy award-winning EDM and DJ duo, have joined the project as advisors. In music composition, the expertise of two renowned composers who have left their mark on past real-time strategy classics comes into play. Tracy W. Bush and Frank Klepacki have embarked on the journey to craft an immersive original soundtrack, enriching the auditory experience. However, this game is currently in closed Alpha tests and active development.

Stormgate has gained popularity due to its engaging blend of fantasy and science fiction themes within a real-time strategy format. The game stands out with its impressive high-resolution visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, which particularly shine in large-scale battles. It offers a range of gameplay modes suitable for both solo and multiplayer experiences, including competitive player vs. player battles.

Renewed focus

Considering the game is still in Early Access, there are still plenty of aspects of the gameplay that need more work and refinements, chief among are the Campaign missions. In the current state of things, they have yet to be completed, leaving a lot of players hanging and wanting some kind of resolution to the mainline story and experience.

Other things that will receive more attention moving forward are the game's sound and art design. There are still a lot of tweaks to be done to audio effects for deeper immersion, as well as character designs and proportions to make them look more realistic and in line with their characteristics and personality. The other one is the highly anticipated three vs. three multiplayer.

The future of RTS

Stormgate offers an RTS experience immersed in a battle between humanity and alien invaders. With captivating fantasy and sci-fi visuals, players can engage in single-player or multiplayer campaigns, experiencing diverse game modes. Unreal Engine 5 and extensive battles power this futuristic game. The Infernal Host faction introduces unique mechanics, while Grammy winners The Chainsmokers and composers contribute to the immersive soundtrack. Note that the game is currently in closed Alpha testing.