Discover Powerplay: The New Game Combining Strategy and Base Building
Powerplay RTS is a brand-new game but also a base builder coming to Linux with Mac and Windows PC. Developer Frantic’s creativity shines through in every detail. Due to make its way onto Steam in 2025.
Get ready to dive into Powerplay, a brand-new title from Frantic Software, a Montreal-based indie studio that knows how to mix classic strategy with industrial base builder. This isn’t your average strategy — since it puts you in charge of an industrial nation, balancing military power with a deep economic and resource management system. Sounds intense? It is, but in the best way, with native support.
So yes, as of now, we are planning to ship on Linux :) We are using Unity for this game.
Frantic just confirmed in their reply that they’re using Unity for development. Seeing the rise in Linux market share on Steam, they’re now planning to roll out a native build now.
In Powerplay, you’re not just commanding troops; you’re building the very machines and weapons they’ll use. You’ll start by gathering resources, then work your way up to creating massive armies equipped with the tech you’ve developed. Whether you’re expanding your territory or bunkering down to defend your strongholds, every decision you make counts. Will you prioritize heavy artillery or speedy tanks? It’s all up to you.
Supply Chains: The Heart of the Game
Here’s the twist that sets Powerplay apart: supply chains. Forget about that magic “global inventory” some games rely on—this game keeps things real. You’ll need to design conveyor belts to move raw materials to your factories, which churn out intermediate resources and eventually weapons. Balancing your resources and managing space efficiently is key to staying ahead. Trust me, watching your supply lines in action is as satisfying as landing that perfect RTS rush.
But it’s not just about building. Protecting your supply lines is just as critical. Lose those, and your armies will grind to a halt. You’ll need strategy, smarts, and maybe a little luck to keep things running smoothly.
Powerplay RTS | Announcement Trailer
When it’s time to bring the heat, gameplay has you covered. From basic guns to tanks and even nukes, you’ll craft the ultimate war machines using the resources you’ve worked so hard to manage. Want to go all out with long-range strategies? Build trains to transport supplies across your growing empire and keep your troops fueled for battle.
Game Modes for Every Mood
Whether you’re in it for domination or just want to mess around, Powerplay has you covered with three main game modes:
Global Dominance (PvE): Build your empire and crush AI foes.
Deathmatch (PvE): A classic face-off where only one survives.
Sandbox: Let your creativity run wild.
What Makes Powerplay Shine
With features like fog of war, an isometric camera, and even a terrain editor for custom maps. Powerplay gives you endless ways to keep the action fresh.
If you’re a fan of classic RTS games but crave a base builder with something deeper, Powerplay is due to be your focus. Get ready to master supply chains, crush enemies, and prove you’ve got what it takes to dominate the battlefield. Due to arrive on Steam in Q2 2025 for Linux, Mac, and Windows PC.