Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden “Tactical Combat with a Twist” Video

Funcom and The Bearded Ladies’ upcoming tactical adventure game Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is now roughly one month away from its December 4, 2018 release. And now that the game has pretty much taken shape, the developers bring us this video explaining the intricacies of its tactical combat:

And also this article that explains why Mutant Year Zero is advertised as a “tactical adventure game.” A few sample paragraphs:

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden seamlessly combines exploration, stealth and world-building with turn-based tactical combat gameplay. You can set up ambushes and plan out your encounters in real-time before

We’re calling it a tactical adventure game because of this unique combination of gameplay mechanics.

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You control a team of Stalkers, hunter/gatherers who venture explore the irradiated wasteland to collect scrap metal that can be used back at the Ark, a safe haven among the post-apocalyptic madness. Stalkers make do with the weapons and equipment they can find when battling Ghouls. These festering monsters can be found all throughout the Zone, just waiting to ambush anyone caught unawares. Keep in mind that there are more things lurking out in the Zone than just Ghouls.

You explore and journey through the Zone in real-time with your party of three Stalkers. As you venture forth you can, and should, explore the surrounding area to find scrap, weapon parts and ancient artifacts. All of these can be taken back to the Ark to upgrade your equipment, unlock new team skills and buy upgrades.

Outside of the Ark you need to constantly be on alert to avoid being ambushed by Ghouls and whatever other foul creatures that lurk in the wasteland. When you encounter an enemy out in the wild, a ring around them will tell you their field of vision. Step inside that ring and combat will start, so switch off your flashlight and get ready for some sneaking.

You may also be interested in this earlier article that talks about the Ark, the game’s central hub and your base of operations.