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MicroProse: A Company With a Long History in Gaming, Releasing 'Cleared Hot'

MicroProse is set to release a new game called Cleared Hot, which draws inspiration from the classic Desert Strike series. This new heli-shooter aims to bring nostalgia while incorporating modern gameplay mechanics.

Key Points:

  • Publisher: MicroProse, recognized for its rich history in gaming.
  • Title: Cleared Hot (Inspired by Desert Strike)
  • Genre: Helicopter shooter
  • Developer: Cfinger Games
  • Features:
  • Dynamic physics
  • Tactical gameplay
  • Rope and magnet system to interact with the environment
  • Day and night missions in three unique biomes: Desert, Jungle, Arctic

Single-Player Campaign

Cleared Hot offers a rich single-player campaign with customizable helicopters and a mission set across various environments. Engage with different types of enemy vehicles like tanks, boats, fighter jets.

The game aims to fill the void left by the Desert Strike series, which hasn't had a new entry in over 27 years. It combines exciting physics-driven action with strategic gameplay, delivering a fresh and familiar experience for fans of the genre.


Do you think Cleared Hot might become the next iconic helicopter shooter in the gaming world?

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 month ago

Regardless, I'm so happy they've resurrected it. I first became aware of them when High Fleet came out, and then Carrier Command 2. They definitely publish game with a style and I love it.