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Break ’em – The Dystopian Turn-Based Tactics of Chains of Freedom Deploys on Xbox, PlayStation and PC

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Chains of Freedom – out on Xbox, PlayStation and PC

Prepare for high-stakes tactical combat in a world teetering on the brink in Chains of Freedom.

Chains of Freedom, is a new turn-based tactics game from developer Nordcurrent and publisher Nordcurrent Labs.

Available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, it throws you into a gritty, fictional Eastern European state rife with conspiracy, danger, and moral ambiguity.

Priced around £20.99, Chains of Freedom puts you in command of an elite military squad navigating perilous missions. Inspired by genre giants like XCOM and atmospheric worlds like Metro and Stalker, you’ll need sharp tactics and steely resolve to survive.

Tactical Combat in a Dystopian State

In Chains of Freedom, every move matters. You’ll meticulously plan your squad’s actions in turn-based battles, leveraging unique skills, positioning, and environmental cover to outmanoeuvre and eliminate your enemies.

Precision is paramount as you delve deeper into a complex plot involving rogue scientists, dangerous mind-control serums, and a government on the verge of collapse.

Gear Up for Survival: From Meat Hooks to Mortars

The world of Chains of Freedom is harsh, and your gear reflects that. You’ll outfit your squad with a diverse and often brutal array of weapons, ranging from makeshift melee options like meat hooks and axes to heavy ordnance like flamethrowers and mortars.

Beyond weaponry, you can enhance your characters with unique abilities by finding and equipping biocrystals. Scavenging for ammunition and essential consumables like healing kits and Molotov cocktails is crucial for adapting to the ever-present threats in this post-apocalyptic landscape.

You’ll explore grimy urban ruins, hidden forest labs, and fortified military bases, each presenting unique tactical challenges.

Key Features

  • High-Stakes Turn-Based Tactics: Meticulously plan every move.
  • Gripping Dystopian Storyline: Unravel conspiracies, betrayal, and mind control plots.
  • Unique Gear & Customisation: Equip everything from meat hooks to mortars; enhance abilities with biocrystals.
  • Atmospheric Post-Apocalyptic World: Explore abandoned urban areas, secret labs, and more.
  • Strategic Resource Management: Scavenge for ammo and vital consumables.

Uncover the Truth

Chains of Freedom promises a challenging and atmospheric tactical experience for fans of the genre. If you’re ready to lead your squad through a world of danger and deceit, grab a download today.

You’ll find Chains of Freedom on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation and PC today. We’ll point you to the Xbox Store, but other digital platforms are available.

Uncover the conspiracy, survive the battles, and decide the fate of a nation.

We’ve got some review thoughts on the way.

Chains of Freedom Description

Step into a thrilling turn-based tactics game set in a fictional, dystopian Eastern European state. Lead an elite military squad as you navigate perilous missions filled with danger, deceit, and moral dilemmas. As you delve deeper into a conspiracy threatening your nation, engage in high-stakes tactical combat that demands precision with every move. Arm your team with a variety of weapons and gear, adapt their skills to meet ever-changing challenges, and confront intense missions that push your resolve to its limits. Uncover the truth in a world where the nation’s fate lies in your hands.

Neil Watton
Neil Wattonhttps://www.thexboxhub.com/
An Xbox gamer since 2002, I bought the big black box just to play Oddworld: Munch's Oddysee. I have since loved every second of the 360's life and am now just as obsessed with the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S - mostly with the brilliant indie scene that has come to the fore. Gamertag is neil363, feel free to add me to your list.
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