Indie developer Benkimchi has revealed DREADNOUGHT: TARTARUS, an anime-inspired “semi-automated strategic simulation” game where you control a single, massive sci-fi battleship.
DREADNOUGHT: TARTARUS is in development for Windows PC (via Steam) with a release set for sometime later in 2026. Wishlisting is available and the game has already been wishlisted over 10,000 times in under 2 days.
Here’s a rundown on the game, plus its reveal trailer:
Game Overview
DREADNOUGHT: TARTARUS is a semi-automated strategic simulation game centered around a single, colossal battleship. Command this warship as it relentlessly advances across massive battle zones, destroying everything in its path.You will pilot the DREADNOUGHT through active war theaters and confront:
- Occupied or rogue urban defense systems
- Human military forces
- Gigantic monsters and anomalous lifeforms
- Invasion units from extraterrestrial civilizations
Story
FC 2057. An unidentified super-scale battleship suddenly appears in Earth’s orbit. Its size rivals that of a moving city. Its firepower is capable of erasing entire metropolitan areas.
Humanity has no time to understand its origin. The war begins immediately…
Modular Battleship Customization
TARTARUS is not a fixed unit. It is a constantly evolving war machine. You can freely configure and modify every major system of the battleship, including:
- Hull structures and functional modules
- Different types of main cannons, missiles, and super weapons
- Carrier-based fighters and support units
- Tactical loadouts optimized for different enemy types
Every decision directly shapes the battleship’s combat style, advancement speed, and battlefield presence.
Strategic Path Planning & Battlefield Progression
Combat is not a series of isolated missions. It unfolds as a continuous campaign across a strategic map. Before entering a war zone, you must plan your route and objectives:
- Select priority targets and regions
- Choose high-risk, high-reward paths
- Adjust tactical configurations based on enemies and terrain
Your strategic decisions determine how the war unfolds.
