{"id":195727,"date":"2022-06-28T16:19:56","date_gmt":"2022-06-28T14:19:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=195727"},"modified":"2025-07-01T20:36:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T03:36:56","slug":"starship-troopers-terran-command-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/starship-troopers-terran-command-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Starship Troopers: Terran Command | Alien RTS Mayhem"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Starship Troopers: Terran Command<\/strong> is the latest real-time strategy game from Slitherine Ltd that launched on Jun 16, 2022. For the low cost, you receive an incredible amount of content across the Starship Troopers universe<\/strong>. While it\u2019s only single-player<\/strong> at the moment, you have campaign and scenario modes to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Despite Starship Troopers: Terran Command not having a multiplayer mode<\/strong>, there are plenty of levels and maps to play that will keep you busy. The main point of the game is to destroy the Arachnids on planet Kwalasha <\/strong>while you mine resources and establish new bases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Destroying the Arachnid swarms in Starship Troopers: Terran Command<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Starship Troopers: Terran Command takes us back to similar environments as we saw in the ST movies. Seeing the planet and creatures appear sends goosebumps up my spine every time. Here are some details of the stories without spoiling the RTS game<\/strong> experience for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet your new home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to planet Kwalasha. There are plenty of resources to mine on the planet, and there are a few established bases<\/strong> on the surface. The problem is that there\u2019s an Arachnid population <\/strong>that isn\u2019t happy with your presence<\/strong> there. After all, this is their home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each level has the same basic premise: land on the planet, expand your operations <\/strong>and clear the creatures from their nests. However, there\u2019s always a unique twist, and you may need to backtrack to get some supplies or new troops. The campaign certainly keeps you interested to see what\u2019s coming next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Establishing bases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Unlike other RTS games, such as Dune: Spice Wars, your ability to create massive bases is not available<\/strong>. Instead, you\u2019ll find them along the way in campaign mode, fitting in nicely with the story. It\u2019s a pity there\u2019s no sandbox mode<\/strong>, as it would have been a nice touch to build bases and eradicate the Arachnid horde.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Scenario mode<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What Starship Troopers: Terran Command does have besides the campaign is scenario mode<\/strong>. It has a few extra missions that tie in with the story, set separately so you can play it when you wish. It\u2019s possible that we may see more scenarios appear in the years ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How long to play Starship Troopers: Terran Command?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are about 21 campaign missions<\/strong>. Each one will take you about 15 to 30 mins <\/strong>at the start, but it may extend to 50 mins at a later stage. The time to complete Starship Troopers: Terran Command depends on how quickly you finish the levels. It can easily take up to 20 hours<\/strong> in total.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starship Troopers: Terran Command is all about strategy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve only given you a taste of what to expect in my Starship Troopers: Terran Command review so far. In this section, I\u2019ll dig deeper into the gameplay mechanics<\/strong> and what it\u2019s like to play the RTS game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning how to play Starship Troopers: Terran Command<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When I started playing Starship Troopers: Terran Command, I was surprised to see there wasn\u2019t a tutorial<\/strong> mode like most RTS games have. However, it didn\u2019t take long before I realized it was built into the campaign levels<\/strong>. As you play towards your objectives, it teaches you how to perform specific actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Study your troops and abilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll begin with the basic troops<\/strong>, unlocking more<\/strong> as you progress<\/strong> through Starship Troopers: Terran Command. Each one has specific abilities I recommend you study before continuing. They\u2019ll help you later down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, the engineer can place a turret on concrete surfaces<\/strong> to help repel the Arachnids. The trooper can throw a grenade when the action gets a bit tight. You\u2019ll also have snipers that can clear spitter bugs from afar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Capturing and enhancing bases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There was one moment when I saw a base and became excited at the thought of expanding it. However, you\u2019re limited to the platforms<\/strong> they provide you with a few open slots. With the resources you receive from completing tasks, you can unlock new facilities<\/strong> to upgrade troops or weapons<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Unlocking troops and equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The buildings you find and unlock in Starship Troopers: Terran Command are what give you access to new troops. There\u2019s no tech tree<\/strong>, unfortunately, so you\u2019ll have to settle for the abilities<\/strong> each level gives you. Still, that means you can save your resources for summoning more troops or turrets when you need them the most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Calling in reinforcements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you fight the Arachnid horde, your troops will lose a few soldiers<\/strong>. There\u2019s a health bar per group, revealing how much you\u2019ve lost. Fortunately, you can call reinforcements at one of your bases to replenish them, delivering maximum strength again. You\u2019ll need to use this to your advantage in the critical parts of each level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Destroying hives and holes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll notice quite quickly that you\u2019ll spend plenty of time destroying Arachnid hives<\/strong> and smaller bug holes. It\u2019s a game mechanic that enforces progression in the game. Basically, you\u2019ll end up in a situation where you need to clear a hive before you can proceed <\/strong>to the next base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t, they\u2019ll just continue to multiply<\/strong> and attack your troops at the closest base. Alternatively, they\u2019ll keep hunting you down. The best solution is to take them down the moment you find them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Similar games to Starship Troopers: Terran Command<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve already mentioned Dune: Spice Wars<\/strong> as a viable alternative<\/strong>, and it has a vast story and base-building mechanics you\u2019ll love. A 4K turn-based strategy game also by Slitherine you should try is Warhammer 40,000: Gladius<\/strong>, with brutal troops and stunning environments. Other RTS titles you to try include Northgard<\/a>, Command & Conquer: Generals<\/a>, and Company of Heroes 2<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you\u2019ll need on your PC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll need quite a bit of space <\/strong>on your PC for Starship Troopers: Terran Command, as well as decent memory. It works well on Windows 11 without any performance issues<\/strong>. Here are the minimum requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n