You might not remember, but TINY METAL [Steam] is a strategy game inspired by games like Advance Wars and the developer told us it would come to Linux. It's now out for Windows & Mac, but Linux is still firmly planned.
Jumping into the Steam forum to ask about the status, I was beaten to the punch by another user. I mentioned their previous comment about Linux support as well and now the developer has replied with:
Hello Guys,
I got lots of work but I promise you the Linux versions is a priority for me personally!
Daniel
I wasn't expecting an answer so soon, but it's fantastic to know they consider it a priority. Hopefully it won't be too long, here's the release trailer to keep you going for now:
Direct Link
About the game:
Inspired by turn-based strategy games of the past, TINY METAL takes the finely honed gameplay of classical Japanese war gaming and brings it into the modern era with great graphics, 15 unique units, and never-before-seen gameplay mechanics. TINY METAL is the Japanese arcade war game you wish you had as a kid.
Play as Artemisian Lieutenant Nathan Gries as he commands his units to victory against the villainous nation of Zipang. There will be several friends and enemies along the way with varied factions, units, and abilities in the 20 hours of single-player campaign gameplay. Players will have to carefully consider varying terrain, positioning for attacks, and strategic advancements and defenses.
Will you be picking up a copy when it releases for Linux? As a strategy game nut, I'm excited to try it.
QuoteWill you be picking up a copy when it releases for Linux?No, I will not buy Steam™-only games.
QuoteWill you be picking up a copy when it releases for Linux?
I doubt I will upon release. I'm not sure of any game I've bought upon release... but, I will probably buy it eventually, it looks pretty cool..
QuoteWill you be picking up a copy when it releases for Linux?
Sure. If he decides to use the Steam Beta for the Linux Build then maybe a bit earlier :)
Advance Wars was an awesome game. I hope he gets it right. Most clones failed in comparison to AW :(
QuoteWill you be picking up a copy when it releases for Linux?
Probably
I like TBS games . Will just wait for some Let's Play/reviews to make sure it is what i am looking for.
Full disclosure: I did enjoy XCOM for the most part.
Last edited by 14 on 22 December 2017 at 2:25 am UTC
Seems this game was funded through a false Kickstarter from another game:
Gamasutra Article
Also mentioned in this video starting at 15:00
View video on youtube.com
Last edited by razing32 on 27 December 2017 at 10:07 am UTC
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