Brigador Celebrates a Decade of Evolution
This year marks the tenth anniversary of Brigador, an isometric mech simulation that has seen its fair share of transformations since its initial release. The original iteration, while enjoyable, had its shortcomings. However, the developers at Stellar Jockeys dedicated the following year to refining the experience, resulting in a revamped campaign and numerous enhancements that significantly improved its reception on Steam.
The anticipation surrounding the sequel, Brigador Killers, has been palpable, especially given its prolonged development period. Initially, it was easy to assume that this sequel would simply expand upon the original’s mechanics. Recent gameplay footage, however, reveals a game that diverges quite dramatically from its predecessor. Described as a blend of Syndicate and the original Grand Theft Auto, it offers a fresh perspective on the franchise.
In Brigador Killers, players step into the shoes of a “down and out nobody” who embarks on a mission to take down the affluent figures responsible for societal decay. This narrative twist adds depth to the gameplay, as players navigate a world where they can explore missions on foot, a significant departure from the mech-centric combat of the original title. The game’s tagline encapsulates this shift perfectly: “kill some rich pricks who ruined it for the rest of us.”
From the homebase known as the Garage, players can select from a variety of mission types. These missions range from salvage operations aimed at gathering resources to tactical combat scenarios focused on eliminating targets. Unlike the previous game’s straightforward destruction, Brigador Killers emphasizes strategy, allowing players to employ stealth tactics to dispatch guards and pilfer their weapons and gadgets.
While the pedestrian aspect of gameplay is central to this sequel, vehicles remain an integral part of the experience. Players can commandeer a wide array of vehicles, from tuktuks to dune buggies. Interestingly, the gameplay footage has yet to showcase any mechs, leaving fans to speculate whether mech piloting will be introduced as a feature that players can unlock later in the game.
Currently, there is no official release date for Brigador Killers on Steam. However, eager players can access an in-development version on Itch, available for purchase at . Given the promising direction of the game, many are content to allow Stellar Jockeys the time they need to perfect this ambitious sequel.
