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Bellum

Expected releaseDecember 31, 2026
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What’s Bellum about?

Bellum is a multiplayer cooperative tactical shooter set in a fractured Africa of the 2030s. Players take part in counter-insurgency campaigns shaped by proxy wars between global powers, moving through dense jungles, open savannas and damaged urban areas. The setting supports operations that feel grounded in contested territory, with teams needing to coordinate across very different environments.

Designed around platoon-scale combat, Bellum combines shooting with tactical planning and a limited-life system. Lives are valuable, so mistakes can carry weight without making each match inaccessible or excessively prolonged. The format aims to preserve the tension associated with military simulation while keeping battles focused and approachable. Cooperation is central: players must work together during intense operations, manage the risks of their limited attempts and make effective decisions as conditions change. The result is a team-oriented shooter built around pressure, positioning and disciplined coordination.

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