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During the Triple-I Initiative showcase, developer Strange Scaffold announced Gods With Badges, a narrative tactics game exploring law enforcement dynamics. The project is a reinterpretation of Hard Justice, a previously unrealized game from strategy studio Artificer.
Players control Harrow McClellan, a disgraced officer in the dystopian city of Scarhelm. Gameplay involves patrolling open hubs, investigating complaints, and managing relationships through dialogue and force. Combat is isometric and turn-based, featuring cover mechanics and hostage rescue scenarios.
A core mechanic allows players to disable Harrow's body camera. This action unlocks unique tactical and dialogue options but removes the public record of events. Players must also manage customizable loadouts and decide whether to execute suspects or pursue arrests.
Part of the "Project Share" initiative, the game aims to promote sustainable development. Studio head Xalavier Nelson Jr. described the title as one of the studio's most ambitious projects. The game is scheduled for a 2027 release on Steam for PC.
