Brigador is easily one of the best games on Steam.

The frantic combat is tough-but-fair. High replayability with things kept interesting by a huge number of choices in vehicle type, each with pros / cons, and a large array of different kinds of weapons. Stealth mechanics are not particularly deep, but their simplicity lends itself well to the game's general sense of urgency. Fast-paced action and precision is balanced well with tactical maneuvering and thinking on your feet. Find your niche in personal style and thrive.

Like any proper retro-inspired action game, the story does not get in the way of the game. There are no cutscenes, or even screens that force you to read about what's going on. If you so choose, however, the game's grimdark setting shines through narrative in the form of technical and personal descriptions displayed as notes written by characters in game, complete with a touch of dark humor that never feels out of place.

I did not expect a game primarily about piloting mechs and blowing things up to have an incredibly rich, dark aesthetic. While not cyberpunk, it grips tightly to the same tone of a cold, cynical dystopia lit frequently by neon. The gritty style of the game's graphics is used to grand effect with cool-looking weapon effects and explosions. While it carries a certain oldschool feel, being set on an isometric plane, Brigador does not look or feel dated, partially due to its clever use of shaders.

The music, composed by Makeup and Vanity Set (MAVS), could singlehandedly give any best-of playlist put together by New Retrowave a run for its money. This reason alone should justify a purchase if you enjoy music like Perturbator, Carpenter Brut, Mega Drive, or Power Glove.

This game is good. It is quite possibly the peak of indie gaming. I cannot recommend it enough. Buy it.

Brigador is easily one of the best games on Steam. The frantic combat is tough-but-fair. High replayability with things kept interesting by a huge number of choices in vehicle type, each with pros / cons, and a large array of different kinds of weapons. Stealth mechanics are not particularly deep, but their simplicity lends itself well to the game's general sense of urgency. Fast-paced action and precision is balanced well with tactical maneuvering and thinking on your feet. Find your niche in personal style and thrive. Like any proper retro-inspired action game, the story does not get in the way of the game. There are no cutscenes, or even screens that force you to read about what's going on. If you so choose, however, the game's grimdark setting shines through narrative in the form of technical and personal descriptions displayed as notes written by characters in game, complete with a touch of dark humor that never feels out of place. I did not expect a game primarily about piloting mechs and blowing things up to have an incredibly rich, dark aesthetic. While not cyberpunk, it grips tightly to the same tone of a cold, cynical dystopia lit frequently by neon. The gritty style of the game's graphics is used to grand effect with cool-looking weapon effects and explosions. While it carries a certain oldschool feel, being set on an isometric plane, Brigador does not look or feel dated, partially due to its clever use of shaders. The music, composed by Makeup and Vanity Set (MAVS), could singlehandedly give any best-of playlist put together by New Retrowave a run for its money. This reason alone should justify a purchase if you enjoy music like Perturbator, Carpenter Brut, Mega Drive, or Power Glove. This game is good. It is quite possibly the peak of indie gaming. I cannot recommend it enough. Buy it.