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During the Triple-i Initiative showcase, the narrative-driven tactics title Gods With Badges was officially revealed. Originally titled Hard Justice, the project was developed by Artificer before being canceled. Strange Scaffold, the studio behind El Paso, Elsewhere, intervened to save the game.
The rescue was facilitated by Strange Scaffold's Project Share initiative, which encourages studios to share source code for others to build upon. Strange Scaffold reinterpreted the existing work through its own creative lens to complete the title.
Players control Harrow McClellan, a disgraced officer in the dystopian city of Scarhelm. Gameplay features choice-driven dialogue that transitions into isometric, turn-based combat. A unique mechanic allows players to disable their bodycam for extra combat abilities, which influences the narrative path.
Studio Head Xalavier Nelson Jr. expressed gratitude toward Artificer for the collaboration. The game is currently scheduled for a PC release in 2027.
