Recruits is a Single and Co-Op player game where the players take charge of the Army's newest soldiers to fight the war against their deadly Enemies. Recruits will combine fast action shooting with teamwork and courage to bring the brutal reality of war, and an exciting gaming experience, to the player.

As players progress through the game they will gain ranks and respect amongst their fellow soldiers, giving them bonus abilities, unlocked items and perks to better defeat their enemies. The main aim for the player is to complete their missions and gain as many kill points as possible. The higher the rank of the player, the more efficient soldier they are, giving the team a better chance of surviving the missions and ultimately the war.

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The alpha version of Recruits, a Cannon Foddery squad shooter, is available to play through Desura for people pre-ordering the full game. It’s a UDK-powered game, with simple objectives, tight maps and a sometimes infuriating fixed viewpoint. Enemy soldiers have a habit of being obscured by trees, meaning I’ve often been finding by following my squadmates’ lead. I shoot where they shoot, knowing that something must be there. It’s early days though and there’s promise in the explodey barrels, destructible scenery, and the simple joy of shooting guns and lobbing grenades. Enemy soldiers are vulnerable, spurting blood as they crumple after a single shot, while the player’s own squad are a little more robust. Less tension, more gung-ho charges. Trailer and more details below.

While I don’t think it’s quite ready for your pennies yet, Recruits is a solid if unspectacular little shooter. There are more features planned, including a morale system that makes soldiers less effective if they witness or commit traumatic events. One to keep an eye on.

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