Duck And Cover

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There’s a new tactical, turn-based combat title on the way, and it features stealth elements, a postapocalyptic world and an angry pig-man. If this sounds like an amalgamation of other games… well, maybe it is, but the result is an intriguing new adventure, and it’s looking surprisingly polished for a game coming out later this year.

Mutant Year Zero: Road To Eden combines the turn-based gameplay elements from games like XCOM with a cast of unique mutant characters, each with their own personalities and set of upgradable skills. “It’s an unusual label for a game, but tactical adventure really fits the bill, no duck pun intended,” says executive producer Ulf Andersson at developer The Bearded Ladies. “Our goal is to blend the deep and tactical combat of