Iron Sky: Invasion

"Iron Sky: Invasion" is a space combat simulator reminiscent of classics like the legendary … you know which series—and it’s been enhanced with strategy and RPG elements. The gameplay centers on ship-to-ship aerial combat, combined with attacks on massive spaceships (such as the Siegfried-class zeppelins), as well as tactical thinking and resource management. The game is set in space, where players must defend Earth against an invasion by the Moon Nazis. Players control spaceships to move freely through space and attack Nazi ships; they have various weapons and equipment at their disposal, ranging from laser cannons and missiles to handy drones and satellites that can be launched from certain ships. The ships are also equipped with military countermeasures to protect them from enemy fire. Players can access a tactical map of space to identify the positions of Nazi forces or ongoing battles, allowing them to know immediately where they need to fly. The ultimate goal is to destroy the secret Nazi base hidden on the dark side of the moon and protect Earth from the invading spaceships. Since “Iron Sky: Invasion” is based on the cult film, a touch of politics also comes into play: Various nations offer unique missions, but it’s up to the player to accept or decline them. Some missions entice players with special rewards, such as valuable upgrades or even brand-new ships. Players can dock at an allied space station to reload weapons, purchase upgrades, or even switch spaceships. Almost all of the spaceships that appear in the movie can be piloted in the game (with the exception of the largest one), including the South Korean reconnaissance ship “Zerg,” the Australian bomber “Dundee,” and the British fighter “Spitfire.” The availability of some ships depends on completing certain missions. The ships’ subsystems can be further upgraded in the hangar: for example, upgrading the offensive systems increases the number of weapons and boosts their firepower, while an engine upgrade improves the ship’s speed and intercept range. Upgrades require special resources that can be salvaged from destroyed enemy units or found in space.