Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids

Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids

Released Aug 2025

Build bases, lead an army of robots, and squash brains in this radical hybrid between RTS and third-person shooter. Join a duo of quirky heroes on a mission to save Earth, smash an evil alien corporation, and complete their comic book collection.

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Evaluation

Chip 'n Clawz vs. The Brainioids launched on August 26, 2025. Within days of release, the developer posted a detailed "Thank You & A Look Ahead" message (September 9, 2025) confirming active work on future content, including PvE modes and roadmap plans. That roadmap arrived on September 24, 2025, showing a schedule of upcoming updates. True to their word, the team shipped the free Skirmish Mode update on September 29, 2025, followed by the Area Control update on November 11, 2025, and the paid Going Underground DLC on April 16, 2026 — a full new story campaign with 11 missions, a new enemy faction, and new multiplayer content. Throughout this period, the developer maintained active communication, including a November 21, 2025 hotfix note that explicitly said "much bigger stuff is in the works." The most recent developer communication was the Going Underground launch post on April 16, 2026. While no specific future content has been formally announced, the developer has consistently delivered on promises, demonstrated a sustained update cadence since launch, and has not indicated development is concluding. All currently listed DLC is released.
Evidence
Going Underground DLC released on April 16, 2026 — a major paid story expansion
dlc listing · Apr 16, 2026 source content shipped
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Going Underground DLC launched — a full new story campaign with 11 missions, new enemy faction, new multiplayer maps, and additional weapons and items. Most recent developer communication.
news post · Apr 16, 2026 source content shipped
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Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Publisher
Arc Games
Achievements
37
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP · Local/Split Screen

About this game

From the creator of X-COM, Julian Gollop, comes Chip ‘n Clawz vs. The Brainioids—a unique blend of 3rd person action and real-time strategy.

The alien Brainioids have invaded Earth and stolen all our precious Brainium crystals in their Grav Spheres. Only Chip ‘n Clawz, a young inventor and his robo-cat, can thwart their evil plans by taking control of each sphere, all the way up to the Mothership itself!

FUSION OF ACTION AND STRATEGY

  • Play as the heroic duo, Chip ‘n Clawz, in single-player or co-op, to put a stop to the Brainioid invasion in a humorous story campaign and challenging side missions.

  • Jump right into the action in fast-paced, pick-up-and-play missions with easy-to-learn yet satisfying-to-master game mechanics that bring a modern take to classic strategy games.

  • Lead the charge against the Brainioids as you build your arsenal of buildings, weapons, vehicles, and abilities!

  • Assemble and command your army through the strategic Command View and fight beside them in large-scale battles.

  • Boss battles against the mu-ha-highest-ranking Brainioids will put your base and minion management skills to the ultimate test!

MULTIPLE MULTIPLAYER MODES

  • Experience multiplayer mayhem in epic army battles with or against your friends.

  • 2-player couch co-op to double your fun—coordinate your tactics with a friend to defeat the Brainioid forces!

  • Dive into the PvP mayhem—classic online 1v1, 2v2, buddy up with a friend, or clash in split-screen 1v1 to see who's the best of the best! Couch not included.

  • Jump into PvP matches or invite anyone to join your adventure campaign on PC or consoles thanks to cross-platform support.

COMIC BOOK STYLE AND STORYTELLING

  • Set in a bright and exciting universe that transports players into a fresh, throwback comic-book-style world.

  • Meet a memorable cast of characters, each with their own story to tell during your adventures. We’re taking all sorts of brains in all sorts of jars!

  • Explore every nook and cranny to discover collectibles and secrets. Rare comic books will unveil the mysteries of the Brainioid invasion, and blueprints will help you build new weapons, minion upgrades, and hero abilities.

Last evaluated Jun 25, 2026
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