Overhype Studios (MENACE / Battle Brothers)
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Overhype Studios is an indie game dev studio. We are the creators of tbs-rpg BATTLE BROTHERS ( http://bit.ly/2qDSQa4) and are now working on MENACE.
Jan & Paul have joined HandOfBlood for a live playthrough of MENACE. They'll talk him through a few early missions and provide some additional insights about the game.
Join the livestream on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/handofblood
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September 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Jan & Paul have joined HandOfBlood for a live playthrough of MENACE. They'll talk him through a few early missions and provide some additional insights about the game.
Join the livestream on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/handofblood
Join the livestream on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/handofblood
The embargo on MENACE content from our Gamescom sessions lifts tomorrow, and you all will be able to get a closer look what the game has in store.
To celebrate, Jan and Paul will be joining streamer Hand Of Blood on September 1 at 2:00 PM CEST for a live playthrough of MENACE.
To celebrate, Jan and Paul will be joining streamer Hand Of Blood on September 1 at 2:00 PM CEST for a live playthrough of MENACE.
August 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The embargo on MENACE content from our Gamescom sessions lifts tomorrow, and you all will be able to get a closer look what the game has in store.
To celebrate, Jan and Paul will be joining streamer Hand Of Blood on September 1 at 2:00 PM CEST for a live playthrough of MENACE.
To celebrate, Jan and Paul will be joining streamer Hand Of Blood on September 1 at 2:00 PM CEST for a live playthrough of MENACE.
MENACE uses a chassis-based modular system. Each vehicle chassis defines armor, hit points, and a selection of Light, Medium, and Heavy weapon slots that can be equipped with a vehicle-mounted weapon of the appropriate size in any combination
August 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
MENACE uses a chassis-based modular system. Each vehicle chassis defines armor, hit points, and a selection of Light, Medium, and Heavy weapon slots that can be equipped with a vehicle-mounted weapon of the appropriate size in any combination
In MENACE, Space Pirates hit fast and hard, favoring reckless assaults over precision. Their weapons are scavenged and barely reliable, but when fired in bursts, they deliver raw firepower. Light jeeps and heavy trucks get them into combat quickly, though they’re exposed while disembarking.
April 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In MENACE, Space Pirates hit fast and hard, favoring reckless assaults over precision. Their weapons are scavenged and barely reliable, but when fired in bursts, they deliver raw firepower. Light jeeps and heavy trucks get them into combat quickly, though they’re exposed while disembarking.
In MENACE, Scavengers are the backbone of any pirate raid. They rely on sheer numbers and makeshift rifles to pin down enemies, tossing frag grenades to clear defenses. They resort to improvised RPGs when facing armor, trusting raw firepower over precision.
March 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In MENACE, Scavengers are the backbone of any pirate raid. They rely on sheer numbers and makeshift rifles to pin down enemies, tossing frag grenades to clear defenses. They resort to improvised RPGs when facing armor, trusting raw firepower over precision.
In MENACE, the Pirates’ Flame Truck brings destruction up close, covering wide areas in fire to flush out entrenched infantry. Durable but lightly armored, it carries a dangerous weakness—if hit hard enough, the flammable liquid inside can set off a catastrophic explosion.
March 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In MENACE, the Pirates’ Flame Truck brings destruction up close, covering wide areas in fire to flush out entrenched infantry. Durable but lightly armored, it carries a dangerous weakness—if hit hard enough, the flammable liquid inside can set off a catastrophic explosion.
In MENACE, Boarding Commandos are frontline bruisers built for brutal, close-quarters combat. Trained to storm ships and overwhelm defenders, they favor sheer force over finesse. Equipped with Corridor Sweeper Shotguns, Thermite Grenades, and Stun Grenades, they aren’t suited for open battle.
March 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In MENACE, Boarding Commandos are frontline bruisers built for brutal, close-quarters combat. Trained to storm ships and overwhelm defenders, they favor sheer force over finesse. Equipped with Corridor Sweeper Shotguns, Thermite Grenades, and Stun Grenades, they aren’t suited for open battle.
In MENACE, the Pirates’ Laser Truck turns salvaged spaceship tech into a battlefield weapon. Its mounted laser cannon can punch through armored targets with ease but generates extreme heat, forcing it to vent between shots.
March 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In MENACE, the Pirates’ Laser Truck turns salvaged spaceship tech into a battlefield weapon. Its mounted laser cannon can punch through armored targets with ease but generates extreme heat, forcing it to vent between shots.
In MENACE, EMP Gunners specialize in disabling tech, turning the tide against mechanized forces. Originally trained to neutralize ship defenses, they bring the same expertise to the battlefield, using EMP guns to shut down mechs and vehicles.
March 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In MENACE, EMP Gunners specialize in disabling tech, turning the tide against mechanized forces. Originally trained to neutralize ship defenses, they bring the same expertise to the battlefield, using EMP guns to shut down mechs and vehicles.
In MENACE, the Pirates’ Chain Gun Truck delivers mobile suppressive firepower. Built on the same chassis as the Rocket Truck, it mounts a heavier chain gun that deals more damage but is still prone to jamming. While unreliable, its sheer volume of fire keeps enemies pinned down.
March 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In MENACE, the Pirates’ Chain Gun Truck delivers mobile suppressive firepower. Built on the same chassis as the Rocket Truck, it mounts a heavier chain gun that deals more damage but is still prone to jamming. While unreliable, its sheer volume of fire keeps enemies pinned down.
In MENACE, Chain Gun Teams bring raw suppressive power to pirate assaults. Their portable chain gun is unreliable and prone to jamming, but when it works, it tears through defenses with sheer volume of fire. These pirates focus on pinning enemies down while the rest close in.
March 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
In MENACE, Chain Gun Teams bring raw suppressive power to pirate assaults. Their portable chain gun is unreliable and prone to jamming, but when it works, it tears through defenses with sheer volume of fire. These pirates focus on pinning enemies down while the rest close in.
In MENACE, Pirate vehicles favor firepower over precision, and the Rocket Truck is no exception. This fast but fragile artillery platform blankets large areas with missile barrages, forcing enemies out of cover. It must reload every other round and relies on speed to stay in the fight.
March 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
In MENACE, Pirate vehicles favor firepower over precision, and the Rocket Truck is no exception. This fast but fragile artillery platform blankets large areas with missile barrages, forcing enemies out of cover. It must reload every other round and relies on speed to stay in the fight.
In MENACE, piracy is rampant in the Wayback, and the Planetary Jingwei has lost its grip on the sector. Once a rare nuisance, pirate bands now raid freely, plundering colonies and hoarding rare off-world trinkets. However, the real danger lies in whoever’s running the show behind the scenes.
March 3, 2025 at 4:05 PM
In MENACE, piracy is rampant in the Wayback, and the Planetary Jingwei has lost its grip on the sector. Once a rare nuisance, pirate bands now raid freely, plundering colonies and hoarding rare off-world trinkets. However, the real danger lies in whoever’s running the show behind the scenes.
Each Squadleader and Pilot has a unique Perk Tree with exclusive and shared perks. There are four tiers, unlocked by acquiring perks. Some require more investment, but higher tiers aren’t always stronger. With over 40 perks and more planned, the system allows flexible builds and varied playstyles.
February 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Each Squadleader and Pilot has a unique Perk Tree with exclusive and shared perks. There are four tiers, unlocked by acquiring perks. Some require more investment, but higher tiers aren’t always stronger. With over 40 perks and more planned, the system allows flexible builds and varied playstyles.
Promotions in MENACE are manual, not automatic. Ranks range from Lance Corporal to Master Gunnery Sergeant, with each promotion costing more. Investing in one leader is expensive, but new hires can catch up. Demotions refund some points, though the leader won’t be pleased.
February 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Promotions in MENACE are manual, not automatic. Ranks range from Lance Corporal to Master Gunnery Sergeant, with each promotion costing more. Investing in one leader is expensive, but new hires can catch up. Demotions refund some points, though the leader won’t be pleased.
Promotion Points in MENACE are earned per mission by completing objectives, exceeding requirements, or completing events. Ratings factor in logistics, casualties, difficulty, speed, and collateral damage. Higher ratings grant more points, which can be spent after each mission.
February 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Promotion Points in MENACE are earned per mission by completing objectives, exceeding requirements, or completing events. Ratings factor in logistics, casualties, difficulty, speed, and collateral damage. Higher ratings grant more points, which can be spent after each mission.
Offmap abilities in MENACE provide tactical support during combat. Call in airstrikes, supply drops, or area scans — but plan ahead, as most take a turn to land. Each ability is tied to an installed OCI, and stacking upgrades allows for multiple uses.
February 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Offmap abilities in MENACE provide tactical support during combat. Call in airstrikes, supply drops, or area scans — but plan ahead, as most take a turn to land. Each ability is tied to an installed OCI, and stacking upgrades allows for multiple uses.
Unlocking OCIs in MENACE requires availability and installation. Basic upgrades like missile strikes and med bays are unlocked from the start. Advanced OCIs are gained by building trust with factions. Components for installation are earned by completing full operations.
February 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Unlocking OCIs in MENACE requires availability and installation. Basic upgrades like missile strikes and med bays are unlocked from the start. Advanced OCIs are gained by building trust with factions. Components for installation are earned by completing full operations.
The Operational Capability Improvement (OCI) system lets you upgrade the TCRN Impetus while it’s active. With 10 slots across Armament, Electronics, and Hull, you can install med bays to heal squads or sensor arrays to reveal enemy intel — stacking upgrades for stronger results.
February 9, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The Operational Capability Improvement (OCI) system lets you upgrade the TCRN Impetus while it’s active. With 10 slots across Armament, Electronics, and Hull, you can install med bays to heal squads or sensor arrays to reveal enemy intel — stacking upgrades for stronger results.
Dev Diary #8 is live!
This Dev Diary covers how the OCI system upgrades the TCRN Impetus mid-operation and the impact of off-map abilities like airstrikes and supply drops.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535466769966436074?l=english
This Dev Diary covers how the OCI system upgrades the TCRN Impetus mid-operation and the impact of off-map abilities like airstrikes and supply drops.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535466769966436074?l=english
February 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Dev Diary #8 is live!
This Dev Diary covers how the OCI system upgrades the TCRN Impetus mid-operation and the impact of off-map abilities like airstrikes and supply drops.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535466769966436074?l=english
This Dev Diary covers how the OCI system upgrades the TCRN Impetus mid-operation and the impact of off-map abilities like airstrikes and supply drops.
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535466769966436074?l=english
MENACE includes vehicles, like walkers, piloted by a single operator instead of a squad leader. Vehicles occupy one tile and have a health pool. Damage causes “defects,” from overloaded systems to a disabled engine — or even a catastrophic explosion destroying the vehicle.
January 8, 2025 at 2:00 PM
MENACE includes vehicles, like walkers, piloted by a single operator instead of a squad leader. Vehicles occupy one tile and have a health pool. Damage causes “defects,” from overloaded systems to a disabled engine — or even a catastrophic explosion destroying the vehicle.
Squads in MENACE can equip a wide range of squad weapons, which are used by all members. A special weapon can also be equipped, replacing one squad weapon. Special weapons serve specific purposes, such as a rocket launcher for armored targets or a machine gun for suppressive fire.
January 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Squads in MENACE can equip a wide range of squad weapons, which are used by all members. A special weapon can also be equipped, replacing one squad weapon. Special weapons serve specific purposes, such as a rocket launcher for armored targets or a machine gun for suppressive fire.
In MENACE, missions are tactical battles within procedurally generated operations made up of connected missions. Goals include rescuing civilians, defending bases, capturing infrastructure, or eliminating enemies. Success depends on picking the right squads, vehicles, and gear.
January 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM
In MENACE, missions are tactical battles within procedurally generated operations made up of connected missions. Goals include rescuing civilians, defending bases, capturing infrastructure, or eliminating enemies. Success depends on picking the right squads, vehicles, and gear.
You can promote your squad leaders in MENACE to unlock unique perks and traits. Use promotion points earned in missions to customize each character to your needs.
January 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM
You can promote your squad leaders in MENACE to unlock unique perks and traits. Use promotion points earned in missions to customize each character to your needs.
In MENACE, Operational Capability Improvements (OCIs) prepare the TCRN Impetus for the challenges ahead — unlock dropship gun runs, rockets for tough targets, squad healing, and improved mission intel.
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January 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
In MENACE, Operational Capability Improvements (OCIs) prepare the TCRN Impetus for the challenges ahead — unlock dropship gun runs, rockets for tough targets, squad healing, and improved mission intel.
Follow us on BlueSky for more updates about MENACE!
Follow us on BlueSky for more updates about MENACE!