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Silica blends FPS and RTS in battles between humans and aliens on planet Baltarus. Lead as an RTS commander or jump into ground combat. Use land and air vehicles in combined arms warfare, command massive units from infantry to harvesters, and fight in siege mode to defend or assault bases.

Release Date

03 May, 2023

Publisher/Developer

Bohemia Interactive, Martin 'Dram' Melichárek

Reviews

Steam: 76.85% positive (3307/4303)
Metacritic: -

System Requirements

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 / 11 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-7400 3GHz or AMD equivalent
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 970 or AMD Radeon RX 570
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 24 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Hardware requirements are subject to change during Early Access.

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Silica blends fast-paced FPS action with strategic RTS decision making, delivering photorealistic battles between humans and aliens. You can lead as the RTS commander from a top-down command hub or jump into the fray on the frontline as a Soldier—the choice defines how you experience warfare.

In a grand, combined arms cadence, Silica pits infantry, vehicles, and colossal machines against each other across the arid landscapes of planet Baltarus. Dominate both land and air as you deploy ground forces, armored vehicles, and aerial support to bend the battlefield to your will.

Take on the role of RTS commander and orchestrate battles at epic scale. From the command balcony you issue orders, synchronize assaults, and choreograph complex operations. The top-down perspective keeps your attention on logistics, timing, and repositioning, while every engagement unfolds with the visceral feel of a real-time strategy merged with immediate action shooting.

Experience the impressive unit scale on display: infantry squads move with precision, followed by hulking harvesters and towering buildings. Each unit type is carefully designed to reflect its size and role, delivering a believable sense of mass and impact on the battlefield.

Siege Mode turns up the intensity with close-quarters combat that can be tackled solo or with teammates. Defend your base against relentless waves or press the attack as a Soldier or Commander. Load your weapons, suit up, and dive into frantic skirmishes where tactical positioning, rapid decision-making, and cooperative play dictate the outcome.

Whether you prioritize stealth and flanking, or heavy armor and air superiority, Silica rewards adaptive tactics and quick judgment. The blend of precision shooting and strategic planning creates a dynamic loop where every decision ripples through the battlefield, demanding both macro-level strategy and micro-level execution.

Each battle blends strategic planning with immediate action, ensuring decisions made in the command hub have real consequences on the ground and that frontline outcomes feed back into the overall plan.

Key features

  • Hybrid gameplay that fuses FPS reflexes with RTS planning
  • Strategic control of land and air vehicles across expansive maps
  • Realistic unit scale from infantry to colossal harvesters and buildings
  • Flexible play modes: RTS commander leadership or frontline engagement
  • Siege Mode for high-stakes, close-quarters battles with solo or co-op play
  • Photorealistic visuals and immersive sound design
  • Clear interfaces and intuitive controls for both playstyles
  • Dynamic battles that reward tactical positioning and coordinated teamwork

Experience a unique blend of genres designed for players who crave both precise shooting and strategic warfare.


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