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USC: Counterforce

Turn-based squad tactics against aliens on destructible battlefields

Angry Cat Studios, Creatio 49 · Published by Firesquid · Released Jul 18, 2024

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Reviews
Mixed
67% of 241
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Players
0
daily peak, Nov 7, 2026
Steam Deck
Untested
Last update on Steam
1 year ago
Jan 23, 2025
Minimum PC
1060
4 GB RAM · 12 GB disk
Full requirements

What is USC: Counterforce?

This turn-based tactics game follows a commando team investigating an alien threat on planet M-8322. You equip soldiers, direct them through battles in destructible environments, and manage bases in a procedurally generated campaign. Standalone missions and local co-op are also available.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy planning difficult, turn-based battles against alien groups
  • +you like customizing soldiers' skills and equipment
  • +you want local co-op missions with a friend

Not for you if...

  • −you want short missions with little preparation
  • −you prefer straightforward tactics over detailed squad management

What players say

67% of 241 reviews are positive

Players praise the tactical depth, squad customization, and destructible environments. They complain about time-consuming equipment setup and a cumbersome interface; some also report bugs and crashes.

How many players finish USC: Counterforce?

0.5% of Steam players have unlocked «Victory!», the achievement for finishing the main story.

Share of everyone who owns the game on Steam, including those who barely played it. Updated weekly.

Screenshots and trailer

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USC: Counterforce system requirements

Minimum: 1060, 4 GB RAM, 12 GB of disk space.

As published by the developer.

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Minimum

OS
Windows 10
Processor
Intel i5 4th gen., AMD Ryzen 3
Graphics
nVidia 1060 / AMD Radeon 380X, 4 GB dedicated VRAM
Memory
4 GB RAM
Storage
12 GB available space
DirectX
Version 11
Notes
Keyboard+mouse required

Recommended

OS
Windows 10
Processor
Intel i5 9th gen., AMD Ryzen 5
Graphics
nVidia 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, 8 GB dedicated VRAM
Memory
16 GB RAM
Storage
12 GB available space
DirectX
Version 11

Does USC: Counterforce have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: co-op split-screen. It also has a single-player mode. With Remote Play Together, one copy is enough to play the local modes online with friends.

Does USC: Counterforce run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows
Achievements
37
Steam features
Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages
Full audio: English. Text only: Simplified Chinese, German, Hungarian, Spanish - Latin America.

Does USC: Counterforce use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 25, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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Recent updates

1 DLC available.

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