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Exclusive: Sturt Jeffery tells The Escapist what to expect from 83’s Commander Mode, learning from Rising Storm, and Early Access ideas
Blue Dot Games' upcoming Cold War tactical shooter 83 will feature a detailed Commander Mode, inspired by titles like Rising Storm and Battlefield 2. Lead Designer Sturt Jeffery explained that commanders will be boots-on-the-ground lieutenants, vulnerable but capable of deploying command posts to issue orders, call in artillery, and provide recon. The game is slated for an Early Access release in 2026, following a public 36-hour closed beta in March 2026.
