Offworld Celebrates 10 Years With Publisher Sale and Free Weekends for Squad 44 and Starship Troopers: Extermination

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Offworld Celebrates 10 Years With Publisher Sale and Free Weekends for Squad 44 and Starship Troopers: Extermination

Two of Offworld's shooters go free-to-play for a limited time—plus 50% off the entire catalogue from July 31st to August 4th.

Vancouver, Canada – July 31st, 2025 – What started with a handful of developers coming together to build on the success of Project Reality—the critically-acclaimed mod for Battlefield 2—has evolved into a world-renowned independent studio committed to excellence and innovation. Offworld is proud to celebrate 10 years as one of Canada’s leading game developers. The studio is best known for creating one of the most beloved military shooters of the last decade, Squad, and is excited to announce that Squad 44 and—for the first time ever—Starship Troopers: Extermination will both be playable for free on Steam between July 31st and August 4th. Simultaneously, Offworld will host a publisher sale offering a 50% discount on its entire catalogue, including: Squad, Squad 44, Starship Troopers: Extermination, and Beyond the Wire.

Despite growing uncertainty in the gaming industry for the past few years, Offworld continues to thrive by focusing on the development of impactful new games, leveraging its vast expertise in the first-person shooter genre, fostering a dedicated community, and expanding on its flagship title, Squad, which will celebrate its own 5th anniversary later this year. A full migration to Unreal Engine 5 is planned for this summer, bringing significant performance and graphical upgrades that will lay the foundation for Offworld to continue supporting Squad for years to come.

“Over these past ten years, our studio’s work has been enjoyed by millions of players around the world,” says Vlad Ceraldi, CEO at Offworld. “This is largely due to the passion of the founders, past and current employees, our community, business partners, and Offworld’s dedication to bringing players unique and authentic FPS experiences.”

"Offworld was born from the passion of modders, a spirit we vowed to carry forward. As a founder and player,” says Norbert Rothermel, Co-Founder and Director of Technology at Offworld. “It's profoundly rewarding to see that commitment thrive in Squad, where our modding tools empower a community that generates a considerable percentage of the game's unique experiences. This anniversary isn't just about us; it's a celebration of every creator and every player who has shaped this incredible journey."

Squad—Offworld’s flagship title—is a first-person tactical shooter with a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication, and authentic combat. With millions of players worldwide and a growing community of fans, modders, and content creators, Squad sets the gold standard for large-scale tactical shooters.

Coming up to the 5th anniversary of its full 1.0 release in September, Squad remains one of the most-played and most beloved multiplayer shooters on Steam. It is currently 50% off until August 3rd. More updates—including the game’s full migration to UE5—are planned for later this summer, with additional surprises coming throughout Q3 and Q4 2025.

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Squad 44 is one of the most authentic first-person tactical shooters set in World War II. Players can expect ruthless realism with over 150 historically accurate mid-20th-century weapons, 120 true-to-life vehicles, and 20 large-scale battlefields—playable across a variety of period-accurate factions including the British 1st Airborne Division, the US 4th Infantry Division, the Royal Hellenic Army, and more.

As part of the 10th anniversary celebration, a brand-new game mode was just added to the game: Conquest Mode. This more action-oriented 32v32 game mode is designed for new players and those looking for a faster-paced experience. Squad 44 will be playable for free until August 4th and is currently available at half price.

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Starship Troopers: Extermination is a 16-player co-op first-person shooter set in the legendary Starship Troopers universe. The game throws players into the frontlines of an all-out battle against the Bugs. As members of the Mobile Infantry, players must squad up and take back planets from the Arachnid threat.

With six different classes, an all-too-familiar horde of enemies, and fan-favorite weapons and characters returning after more than 25 years, there’s never been a better time to squash bugs. Are you doing your part? Starship Troopers: Extermination will be free to play until August 4th and is currently available at 50% off—its biggest discount to date.

Learn more about Starship Troopers: Extermination
For more on Offworld, follow the team on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, visit the official website, and check out their discounted titles on Steam. Squad, Squad 44, Starship Troopers: Extermination, and Beyond the Wire are all currently available for Windows PC.

About Offworld
Originating from humble roots within the modding community, Offworld has evolved into a team of talented and driven individuals committed to crafting high-quality, immersive FPS experiences for players worldwide. The studio’s catalogue includes: the hit shooter Squad, Starship Troopers: Extermination, the WW2 shooter Squad 44, and the WW1 shooter Beyond the Wire.

Offworld’s relentless dedication to game quality and cultivating vibrant communities has helped establish its titles as premier options for teamwork, strategic cooperation, and competitive action.

For more information about Offworld, please visit: https://www.offworldindustries.com