Xenopurge v0.2.0.25a - early access

Xenopurge puts you in the cold chair of a remote commander, directing an elite squad through claustrophobic alien-infested facilities. It blends tactical auto-battler mechanics with a roguelite progression loop, and its strongest ideas come from how it forces you to plan ahead rather than react in real time.

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Gameplay and systems
- You don’t control units directly on a top-down map; instead you issue orders from a command center interface and have a limited set of direct interventions. That design shifts the focus to anticipation, route planning and risk management.
- Squad members are recruitable mid-run and come with distinct starting tactics. Equipping and shaping your team to match your command style is central - and losses feel meaningful, as sacrifices are often required to win.
- Runs are short and intense (roughly around an hour), with procedurally generated maps and varied objectives (search, escort, extraction, destruction), which keeps each mission unpredictable and replayable.

Atmosphere and presentation
- The game leans hard into a retro‑futuristic, horror-tinged aesthetic: dim, industrial ships that evoke Alien and Space Hulk, and an overall creeping sense of dread. The presentation supports the gameplay well - every decision feels critical because the environments and enemies punish mistakes.

Progression and replayability
- Xenopurge uses roguelite progression: even failed runs unlock new command abilities and recruit options, so you steadily expand your toolbox. This softens the sting of defeat and encourages experimentation with different strategies and team builds.

Who it’s for
- If you enjoy planning-heavy tactics, tense encounters, and short but meaningful runs, this will appeal. Fans of tactical auto-battlers and roguelite strategy games will find a lot to like. If you prefer direct unit control or slower, more methodical XCOM-style base management, the remote-command, hands-off approach may feel limiting.

Verdict
Xenopurge offers a distinctive take on tactical strategy by trading direct control for a command-room, anticipation-first experience. Its atmosphere, short session length and steady progression make it a compelling pick for players who like high-stakes decision-making and replayable, bite-sized runs.