The servers are spun up. The arsenal is stocked. The enemy is lining up at the frontline.
It's time to connect.
It Takes a War - which is OUT NOW! - has been confusing players and journalists a-like since it was announced in September. “Was the game made in 2001 or is it set in 2001?”, “So is just that one map like?" and “What tf am I looking at!?” are all things that have been asked since then.
Missed the latest trailer? Because it basically doesn’t clear any of those questions up at all. It makes things more confusing, if anything.
A Quick But Important Note
If possible, we recommend making sure you have enough time to play It Takes a War in one session as to not disappoint your teammates. A single playthrough of It Takes a War consists of around 45-60 minutes of playtime - so reserve that time in full, if you're able.
Oh yeah, The Demo's staying up btw!
Undecided? Want to check out a short, self-contained prelude to It Takes a War? Good news! It Takes a War: Demo Drills: The Director's Cut will remain live post launch, so you can check this out at any point.
The Five-A-Side Bundle
We're mega-chuffed to be partnering with Julián Cordero, Sebastian Valbuena and the fine folks at Panic for the Five-A-Side Bundle; a package bringing Despelote and It Takes a War under one roof.
Slice-of-life soccer adventure and team-based tactical shooter. What an unlikely pair!? But what if I told you there are deeper thematic ties here than first meets the eye? Noughties nostalgia, friendship, and a longing for connection.
A Little Note From Thomas
Launch day, everyone!
Thank you to everyone and anyone who decides to check the game out (yes, even you). I put a lot of hard work into this project and I really appreciate the support I've received so far.
If you end up enjoying It Takes a War, please feel free to leave a review. I’m always very anxious to share my work with people, but despite that I would still love to know what you thought! Unless it's something bad, in that case I'd rather you send a handwritten letter if that's okay. An insult is always easier to swallow when you can see the person's handwriting.
I don't expect this game to necessarily be as much of a "crowd-pleaser" as THE CORRIDOR, but it's just as personal to me (if not more) and so if it resonates with even a few of you I'll consider it a job well done.
Stay connected out there! Or don't, whatever's best for you.
Thomas