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R.U.S.E. Definitive Edition is here! Experience the ultimate real-time strategy game, now fully enhanced with all previously released DLCs and seamless Steam Deck support. Prepare for epic tactical warfare where bluffing and deception are your most formidable weapons to achieve victory.

Immerse yourself in the harrowing battles of World War II with the revolutionary IRISZOOM® engine. This innovative technology provides an unparalleled view of the battlefield, offering instant transitions from detailed close-up inspections of individual military units to a strategic, bird's-eye overview perfect for grand tactical planning, reminiscent of classic board games.

In R.U.S.E., every engagement is a profound test of intellect and perception. Master the art of war by deploying powerful RUSE cards to effectively deceive your adversaries, intricately camouflage your forces, deploy convincing decoys, or gather critical intelligence through espionage. These unique gameplay mechanics elevate strategic depth to unprecedented levels.

Engaging Single-Player Campaigns & Challenges

• Campaign Mode: Step into the boots of Major Joe Sheridan in an enthralling narrative experience spanning from the harsh deserts of North Africa to the sprawling plains of Western Europe. Each mission expertly blends commanding real-time strategy with a gripping storyline and thrilling plot twists.

• Operations Mode: Confront independent, skill-testing tactical challenges designed to push your strategic prowess to its limits in extreme combat scenarios.

• Skirmish vs. AI: Customize your perfect match to refine your RTS skills or dive into fast-paced, intense battles against highly reactive and versatile artificial intelligence opponents.

Multiplayer Dominance: Challenge the World's Strategists

R.U.S.E. offers compelling multiplayer battles for 2 to 8 players across diverse, customizable maps meticulously inspired by authentic World War II theaters of operations. Choose your battlefield, select your game mode, and determine player distribution through teams or intense free-for-all confrontations. Dominate the online strategy game landscape!

Available Game Modes:

• Classic Mode: All military units are accessible from the outset, based on your chosen historical era (1939, 1942, or 1945), allowing for immediate tactical planning.

• Total War: Experience a progressive three-phase mode (1939, 1942, 1945) where new bases and advanced units dynamically unlock at each stage, escalating the conflict.

• Nuclear Mode: Embark on a perilous race for the atomic bomb. The first player to successfully produce and deploy nuclear artillery wins the match in this ultimate strategic showdown.

• Ranked Mode: Test your strategic might against players globally and climb the prestigious global leaderboard, proving your mastery in competitive RTS gameplay.

Victory Conditions:

Achieve victory by either completely destroying all enemy bases and units or by accumulating more tactical points than your opponent before the time limit expires. Points are awarded for every enemy unit destroyed, heavily rewarding aggressive tactical gameplay and daring strategic maneuvers.

RUSE: The Unrivaled Art of Bluffing and Deception

Bluffing is truly at the heart of R.U.S.E.'s deep strategic experience. RUSE cards are specialized abilities you can activate at any moment to manipulate enemy perception, provide crucial reinforcement for your troops, or acquire vital intelligence. These cards introduce unprecedented gameplay depth, transforming every engagement into an epic duel of wits, cunning, and masterful bluff.

RUSE cards are strategically categorized into four major types:

• Reveal Information (e.g., decryption, espionage, revealing hidden enemy positions)

• Conceal Information (e.g., radio silence, camouflage, hiding your true intentions)

• Create Decoys (e.g., dummy units, false offensives, misdirecting enemy forces)

• Alter Unit Behavior (e.g., blitzkrieg tactics, terror tactics, enhancing or debuffing units)

By skillfully combining these powerful cards, you will meticulously orchestrate complex strategies and dramatically turn the tide of battle in your favor, becoming a true master of battlefield deception.

Distinct Factions: Unique World War II Armies

In R.U.S.E., each playable faction embodies a major power of World War II, bringing its own unique military units, specific attributes, and distinctive playstyles. Choosing a faction means adopting a different strategic approach, expertly tailored to your preferences and your unique personality as a grand strategist.

• United States: Experience unrivaled versatility and immense industrial might, fielding powerful and adaptable forces.

• Germany: Command elite units renowned for their superior quality and devastating firepower on the battlefield.

• France: Utilize formidable resilience and robust defensive capabilities to hold the line and repel attacks.

• United Kingdom: Dominate the skies with superior air power and unleash devastating artillery barrages.

• USSR: Overwhelm your enemies with sheer quantity of troops and exceptional unit durability.

• Italy: Execute swift and decisive maneuvers with highly mobile and agile units.

R.U.S.E.: An incredibly intense and deeply strategic experience where mastering RUSE cards and adapting your tactics make all the difference between glory and defeat in the ultimate World War 2 RTS game.