"Last Train Home" starts on the last day of November

THQ Nordic and Ashborne Games have announced the release of a new real-time strategy game set during World War II. The game, titled 'Last Train Home,' will be available for PC via the Steam platform starting on November 28th.

The publisher and developer have also revealed that a demo version of the project is already available as of today at 10:00 AM Pacific Time/ 1:00 PM Eastern Time as part of Steam Next Fest: Fall 2023. Players will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a unique experience of strategic battles from the era of World War II by trying out the game's demo before its official launch.

About

Embark on a daring journey through war-ravaged lands. Your mission is to guide Czechoslovak soldiers back home aboard an armored train, but the path is fraught with dangers. You find yourselves caught in the midst of a brutal civil war between Russia's Red and White Armies, and your unit must maintain combat readiness, manage limited resources, and uphold morale at all costs. Traverse the grim and unforgiving landscapes of Siberia, where freezing temperatures and an unforgiving environment will test you to your limits. Resources are scarce, and your crew is weary, but you must press on.

As you journey through the heart of conflict, the horrors of war will surround you. The fate of your legion hinges on the actions of a few key soldiers in real-time battles that will determine the outcome of your mission. You must choose your tactics wisely, utilizing every skill at your disposal to ensure the safety of your troops and the successful completion of your mission. Through careful training and development, your squads will evolve into a seasoned legion of comrades, brothers, and sisters ready to face any challenges that come their way.

The decisions you make during your journey will shape the destiny of your comrades. Inspired by the historical events of the Czechoslovak Legion and their determination to return to their newly formed republic following World War I, this mission will test your courage and your will to survive. "Last Train Home" is in your hands.

Key Features:

Choose Your Battles: Deploy your squad and complete various objectives in real-time missions, where specialized combat skills, planning, and exceptional tactical abilities will lead you to victory.Equip Your Soldiers: Elevate the skills of your soldiers by unlocking new abilities and acquiring better equipment. Discover their stories, bestow medals, and help them rise through the ranks.Manage Your Crew: Direct your soldiers in non-combat roles aboard the train. Craft items, heal the wounded, and boost morale for the arduous journey home.Upgrade Your Train: Unlock the full potential of your armored train by upgrading carriages and the locomotive and overseeing essential maintenance work to keep it running smoothly.Journey Through Siberia: Stockpile and trade supplies, forge new alliances, and overcome crisis after crisis as civil war rages across the vast snowfields of Siberia.Based on Historical Events: "Last Train Home" offers a compelling narrative that reflects the experiences of the Czechoslovak Legion and their valiant struggle on behalf of the Entente powers during World War I.