Overhype Studios (MENACE / Battle Brothers)

MENACE just launched into Early Access. You are stranded in the Wayback System, where multiple factions are vying for control. Choose your Operations. Plan your missions. Lead your squaddies into challenging turn-based tactical battles. Get it on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2432860

Eight days remain in the Kickstarter campaign for the Battle Brothers board game. Pick your side in a 1v1 skirmish battle to the death between a human mercenary company and an orc warband. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bbboardgame/battle-brothers-the-board-game?ref=6e9ijy

The big balancing update is live for MENACE! The goal here is not to make all items, perks, OCIs, & characters feel equal. Some are intentionally situational. Instead, the goal is to level pick rates and enable build variety. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/712289492929610060

Exciting news: MENACE has been nominated for Best Early Access Game at the 44th Annual Golden Joystick Awards! Since entering Early Access in February, MENACE has received 16 updates covering everything from new content to system overhauls. Vote: https://www.gamesradar.com/goldenjoystickawards/

Here's an update roadmap for MENACE to give you an idea of what's planned for the rest of 2026. The big three goals are a balancing overhaul, a second squad leader update, and a main story expansion. Details: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/701029860219291472

Battle Brothers: The Board Game is now live on Kickstarter. In this 1v1 skirmish game, you engage in card-based tactical battles between a band of human mercenaries and an orc warband. Support the project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bbboardgame/battle-brothers-the-board-game

The Mission Selection Overhaul is now live for MENACE. This is a complete rework of the operation structure that changes how players choose missions. It also includes a bouquet of new content & improvements. https://steamcommunity.com/games/2432860/announcements/detail/701029225804595459

The next big update for MENACE will overhaul mission selection. Today's dev diary covers where the current system falls short, and how each aspect of it will be reworked to provide players with more agency in their runs. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/671753925832999345

Battle Brothers: The Board Game is coming to Kickstarter on October 7. This card-based tactical board game will let you go to battle as a mercenary company or an orc warband. More details on the Kickstarter page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bbboardgame/battle-brothers-the-board-game

Walker versus cactus. MENACE screenshot from Steam user Visher.

The Alien Update just shipped for MENACE. As the name implies, this update adds new units to the Alien Wildlife faction. The goal is to make this faction challenging beyond the early game and into the mid game. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/670626123911004663

The nights are dark and dangerous in MENACE. But there's something remarkable about the sharp relief of a marine's shadow in vehicle headlights.

Side-by-side shots of the old terrain in MENACE vs the new terrain generation that's been implemented with the latest overhaul update.

The Terrain Update is live for MENACE. It not only includes completely overhauled terrains for all existing planets, but it also adds new 3D weapon models, new alien skins, & several quality of life improvements. Changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/693142853115707649

Dev Diary 50 is all about terrain in MENACE. A terrain update is currently being tested to prepare it for release. This dev diary talks about the new approach to creating terrains and how it improves game performance. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/713407782495191702

Today we're celebrating all of our games that are made in Germany! 🖤❤💛 We count ourselves lucky to have so many amazing German developers in the Hooded Horse family. Check out the full event here! https://store.steampowered.com/sale/games-composed-in-germany

The OCI Rework is now live for MENACE. The new system includes base OCIs that are always unlocked for the Impetus, and 12 additional trust-based OCIs for each faction. Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/679629698986149631

The latest MENACE dev diary covers the OCI rework coming in next week's patch. This is the biggest change to the game during Early Access so far, opening up a whole new level of customization and replayability. Read it here: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/695390848783751295

Squad Leader Update 1 is now live for MENACE. Three new characters join the fray with this update, each one affiliated with a Wayback faction: Corlain (Dice), Murdock (Zayn-Beecher Corp), and Weiwu (Backbone). Changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/695390848783745516

Three new Squad Leaders are coming to MENACE in the next major update. Today's dev diary introduces each upcoming character & their playstyle. It also outlines the rather unique process you'll need to follow to recruit them. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/669494515959073585

A new content update just dropped for Battle Brothers. It includes several new weapons, new enemies (Brigand Marauders), new units for the northern noble house troops, and more. Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/365360/view/694264313911708072

The latest MENACE dev diary is the first of a two-parter focused on the next major Early Access update: Squad Leaders Update 1. Part 1 covers AI improvements, custom difficulty options, a new Alien operation, and more. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/667241447643153747

A light walker patrols at dusk. Mobile fire support is at the ready. Captured by Steam user BLASTER.

Patch 10 has shipped for MENACE, bringing both the long-awaited Battle Tank and the Heavy Tank. This update also adjusts slot options for Light Vehicle Weapons, adds a new unit leader stats dialog, and more. Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/673995578702561562

Stay frosty, Marine. These incredible cinematographic screenshots are courtesy of Steam user BLASTER.

The latest dev diary for MENACE covers new content that will be shipping in Patch 10. Tanks are making a comeback, sentry turrets are getting a remodel, and light vehicle weapons are getting more slot options. https://steamcommunity.com/games/2432860/announcements/detail/685252675610083970

The Redacted Update has shipped for MENACE. This is the first big update for Early Access. It introduces the Workshop and overhauls the Construct faction, along with other changes and improvements. Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/540010953256731077

The REDACTED Update releases next week. This update is all about Constructs and the new content around their loot. Today's dev diary covers the Construct overhaul, the removal of promotion tax, and the remove wreck skill. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/755057297411014919

A small patch has shipped for MENACE, focused on some balancing changes, bug fixes, and other improvements. Work continues on the big [REDACTED] Update that's coming soon. Changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/755057297411014856

The alien threat can wait. But love can't. Welcome to Love is MENACE, a tactical romance where you face your toughest mission yet: dating in the middle of a system-wide crisis. Make a little hoo-rah with Carda, Darby, Pike, & Tech aboard the TCRN Impetus. Coming in 2027.

MENACE has officially passed 250,000 copies sold. This is a major milestone for the game. We appreciate everyone who has given us their time and their support on this project. Thank you.

The newest MENACE dev diary previews a highly requested feature: the battle tank. Get an overview of this heavy vehicle and how you can use it to go full war mode, if that's your thing. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/542259581651256108

Patch 7 has shipped for MENACE. This is a minor update while bigger things are cooking. Mostly smaller fixes and tweaks, but it does add some new mission barks for Zama and rare barks for other SLs. Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/542259581651255701

This one is for the dakka enjoyers. Created by u/MenaceDucky on Reddit. Original post: https://www.reddit.com/r/menace/comments/1rumfvt/for_the_dakka_enjoyers/

The first major update for MENACE's Early Access period is underway, & Construct loot is getting reworked. This dev diary covers the updated system, plus new loot items, blueprints, & workshop projects using Construct tech. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/540007148061458541

This is the Early Access development roadmap for MENACE. It includes major updates for content, systems, and features. As well as expansions for the world and the campaign. Read the latest dev diary for more details: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/516362619486994585

Patch 6 has shipped for MENACE. It continues to iron out AI issues, especially in its reaction to undetected allied units. Also in this update: - New heavy pirate barks - SL Tech can properly lift heavy weaponry Changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/516362619486994785

Patch 5 has shipped for MENACE. This update is focused on stability and frequently reported issues, while development continues on the first big content patch. It also adds the ability to turn off unique squad leader heads. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535502283666883054

Patch #4 is now available for MENACE. This update adds a new type of heavy SMG, and allows the jetpack to count as movement for the Steady Gun/Zig Zag perks. It also includes a number of improvements & bug fixes. Changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535501649492313053

Patch 3 is live for MENACE. It includes changes to defense missions that should make them more manageable. Tier 2 weapons & armor also get an overhaul, plus new armors and several other improvements. Full changelog: https://steamcommunity.com/games/2432860/announcements/detail/687497604906352684

never forget what you're fighting for

A second patch has shipped for MENACE. This one includes some balancing improvements and fixes several pressing bugs. Most importantly, it adds an experimental fix for the AI avoiding hidden player units. Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/540003980950897774

Combat in MENACE is based on a traditional turn-based tactical system, but there are some new mechanics you'll need to keep in mind if you want to execute a successful mission. Here's a guide to walk you through every aspect of MENACE's combat. https://youtu.be/Qsn97g1E7Go

MENACE had a truly incredible launch weekend. @overhypestudios.bsky.social broke 20,000 concurrent players with 86% positive reviews on Steam. Thank you to everyone who has played the game, provided feedback, and enjoyed MENACE so far! It's been an honor to serve as the publisher for this project.

The MENACE playtester community has put together an incredible set of guides as a practical starting point for new & returning players. Check out the Gate Ripper's War Manual for all your early-to-mid game decision-making needs. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3660188726

The first patch has shipped for MENACE. This update addresses a few urgent bug fixes, implements some balance changes, and adds a little bit of new content. Read the full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/540003980950897283

A hotfix has shipped for MENACE: - Improved ultrawide support for cutscenes & splash video - Performance optimizations on System Map VFX The team is also hard at work on a larger patch to address more player feedback. https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/540003980950897132

MENACE launches into Early Access tomorrow. 6AM PST | 9AM EST | 2PM GMT | 3PM CET 🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/app/2432860/MENACE/

Our MENACE playtesters did excellent work in helping us get the game ready for Early Access launch. Here's our favorite bug they spotted. A shame we had to patch it out.

In MENACE, you are the commander of the strike cruiser TCRN Impetus, stranded in the backwater Wayback System. Your ship has been heavily damaged, and you'll need to slot new Operational Capability Improvements (O.C.I.) to repair it. Choose from three categories: Electronics, Armament, and Hull.