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Today’s Spotlight is BATALJ, a simultaneous turn online strategy game by Fall Damage.
In BATALJ, players create squads of units and go head-to-head against other players online. The game features three factions, each of which has access to three heroes and eighteen units. The simultaneous turn system is split into two phases. First, players issue orders to their units, and once those orders are locked in, everything plays out at once. You can check out a launch trailer above.
BATALJ is available on Windows PC via Steam for $24.99.
Here’s a rundown of the game:
BATALJ is a fierce online turn-based action strategy game where you face other players in one vs one battles with your own custom-built squad. Skill and smart plays decides who comes out victorious.
With three factions, multiple heroes and units you can try out different combinations, discover synergies and explore strategies that fit your playstyle. Your custom-made squad consists of unique units with a wide range of versatile abilities that can change the tide of battle.
BATALJ has a completely new take on simultaneous turns. Each round consists of a planning phase and an action phase where you schedule your squad’s actions and watch them execute your orders. Your ability to strategize, and outsmart your opponent will be crucial. BATALJ will challenge you with its depth and fast gameplay.
Key Features:
- BUILD YOUR OWN SQUAD – Base your squads on one of the three factions in BATALJ; Rusters, Re-Linked or Splicers. Choose one of the nine different heroes. Each one with their own strengths and weaknesses. Mix and match between the 54 distinctly different units to create the perfect squad.
- SIMULTANEOUS TURNS – BATALJ offers a unique take on simultaneous turns where your skill in finding the best plays is key. Lock in your actions, then watch how your strategy plays out. Will it be you or your opponent who is the strategic mastermind, who outsmarted and outplayed the other.
- FAST PACED STRATEGY – Thanks to the simultaneous turn system you will have minimum downtime with almost no waiting time between turns.
- HEAD TO HEAD – Play against an online opponent or matchmake against one of your Steam friends.
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