Would you like to know more? The United Citizen Federation has issued a new call to arms, and this time, the training simulation is taking us back to the golden age of shooters! Get ready to enlist, Trooper, because Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! is deploying in early 2026!
An Authentic Retro FPS Experience
Developed by Auroch Digital—the studio behind the critically acclaimed Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun—and published by Dotemu, Ultimate Bug War! promises to be a gloriously gory, 3D-pixelated blast from the past. It’s a full-throttle, single-player first-person shooter that perfectly captures the satirical, high-action spirit of the original 1997 film.
Forget the modern, squad-based approach for a moment; this is pure, unadulterated bug-blasting action that leans heavily into the “boomer shooter” style. Expect punchy combat, overwhelming hordes of Arachnids, and plenty of satisfying, splattery gore!
- Genre: Retro First-Person Shooter (FPS)
- Developer: Auroch Digital
- Publisher: Dotemu
- Release Window: Early 2026
- Platforms: PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2
General Rico is Back on the Airwaves!
In a move that’s guaranteed to excite Federation loyalists, the game’s announcement features the return of the legend himself: General Johnny Rico, played once again by the iconic Casper Van Dien! Rico presents this new training program to prospective citizens in full, high-quality FMV cutscenes, perfectly echoing the propaganda-style announcements from the movies.
The story itself is set 25 years after the events of the original film and follows the heroic campaign of a new Federation hero, Major Samantha Dietz. You’ll relive her harrowing hunt for the dreadful Assassin Bug during the First Bug War, fighting the Arachnid menace on familiar worlds like Klendathu and venturing to all-new planets like Planet P.
A Devastating Anti-Bug Arsenal
The Federation spares no expense when it comes to equipping its Mobile Infantry, and you’ll have a devastating array of tools to ensure the only good bug is a dead bug:
- Iconic Weapons: Wield the classic Morita rifle, along with over 30 iconic weapons and items, including shotguns, miniguns, rocket launchers, and even tactical nukes!
- Tactical Support: Utilize 11 different Tactical Supports to turn the tide of battle.
- Pilotable Mech: Yes, you read that right! You will even get to pilot a Mech vehicle to dispense maximum justice against the Arachnid hordes.
Know Your Enemy: Anti-Bug Combat Training
For those truly dedicated to the cause, the Federation has included a unique feature: Anti-Bug Combat Training! This separate mode allows you to play from the perspective of the Bugs themselves. It’s the ultimate way to understand your enemy’s tactics before you go out and erase the insectoid threat from the galaxy.
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War! is shaping up to be a faithful, thrilling, and over-the-top love letter to both the Starship Troopers film and the classic era of FPS games. Enlistment begins soon, Trooper. We’ll see you on Klendathu!
Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War – https://www.dotemu.com
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