Frozen Synapse

May 26, 2011 Mode 7 Mode 7
Puzzle Strategy Turn-based strategy (TBS) Tactical Indie
Linux Android PC iOS Mac
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Frozen Synapse is a thrilling PC, Mac, Linux and tablet (iOS/Android) strategy game. It brings the simultaneous turn-based strategy genre bang up-to-date and lets you give detailed, accurate orders to your squad. Classic gameplay with a modern interface!
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Release Date May 26, 2011
Developer Mode 7
Publisher Mode 7
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Science fiction
Frozen Synapse

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