The Mobile Infantry wants YOU!
In a glorious broadcast straight from the United Citizen Federation, Dotemu has officially announced Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! This brand-new, retro-style first-person shooter is set to launch in early 2026 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Developed by Auroch Digital, the studio renowned for their work on the fantastic boomer shooter Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, this new title promises a gloriously gory, 3D pixelated combat simulation that puts you right in the middle of the Arachnid menace.
A New Kind of Bug Hunt
While the franchise has seen recent success with squad-based shooters, Ultimate Bug War! takes a different tactical approach. We were huge fans of the last major outing, giving Starship Troopers: Extermination a 4/5 score in our review. We praised its community, noting that “You’ll have a blast playing Starship Troopers: Extermination… the gameplay is genuinely thrilling.“
This new title, however, trades modern fidelity for a stylish, retro aesthetic that fits the satirical tone of the universe perfectly. With Auroch Digital at the helm, players can expect punchy combat, satisfying weaponry, and a love letter to the golden age of shooters.
Welcome Back, General Rico
The Federation has rolled out the big guns for this recruitment drive. General Johnny Rico himself, played by the legendary Casper Van Dien, returns to present this official game of the Federation.
Set 25 years after the events of the original film, the story follows war veteran Samantha Dietz as she recounts her harrowing hunt for the dreadful Assassin Bug during the First Bug War. You will relive her experiences in a streamlined solo campaign, annihilating Arachnids on their familiar home world of Klendathu and venturing to new frontiers like Planet P and beyond.
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! hands you a devastating arsenal to ensure the only good bug is a dead bug. You’ll wield 14 weapons, including the iconic Morita rifle, and utilise 11 Tactical Supports to turn the tide. And yes, you will even get to pilot a Mech vehicle to dispense maximum justice.
Perhaps the most intriguing feature for citizens looking to prepare themselves fully is the “anti-bug combat training.” This unique mode allows you to play from the perspective of the Bugs, giving you a chance to understand your enemy’s tactics before erasing their insectoid threat from the galaxy.
Service Guarantees Citizenship
The call to arms has been issued. With a legendary protagonist returning, a proven developer behind the trigger, and a unique retro style, Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! is shaping up to be the ultimate training tool for aspiring citizens.
Enlistment begins in early 2026. Would you like to know more?
