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Thermonuclear v1.0

Thermonuclear is a retro-inspired arcade shooter set during Cold War tensions, where players engage in fast-paced combat against waves of enemies. The game emphasizes precise movement and sharp shooting to achieve high scores, delivering an intense, replayable experience ideal for short play sessions. Its design focuses on reflex-based mechanics and energetic gameplay, encouraging repeated attempts to master patterns and improve performance. The title captures the urgency of its era through minimalist presentation and relentless action, offering a pure arcade challenge without narrative diversion. Success depends on split-second decisions and consistent execution under pressure.

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Thermonuclear
Release Date:
Platform:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11)
Developer:
Apushev Vitaly
Publisher:
Meridian4
About this game

Thermonuclear Overview

Introducing Thermonuclear the most advanced cyborg weapon ever created. As a member of a mega-corporation, use this ultimate weapon to defeat your opponents and end the Third World War. With a variety of skills, artifacts, and consumables at your disposal, you must strategically plan your attacks and take advantage of your surroundings to emerge victorious. Explore procedurally generated levels across the globe and face a range of enemies, from mutants in ruined cities to soldiers and robots in military factories. Only by upgrading your cyborg and unlocking new abilities can you defeat the Allfather AI and put an end to the war.

Key Features:

Be aware of your surroundings: Maximize your advantage by considering the unique features of your surroundings when planning your attack. Take advantage of the terrain by pushing your enemy off a ledge, or use the environment to your advantage by setting the grass on fire or drenching your character in a puddle to avoid taking damage. Use explosive barrels to your advantage and slide on ice to conserve your Action Points.

Various builds: Maximize your effectiveness by combining various skills, artifacts, consumables, and scars to complete multiple missions and tasks. Find the right balance between your versatile abilities and specialized tools to take on any enemy.

Procedurally generated levels: Take on missions all over the world and face a wide variety of enemies. From the ruins of a city overrun with mutants to a heavily guarded military factory, each location presents its own challenges and requires a unique set of skills and abilities. Be prepared for anything as you journey to complete your objectives.

Can Your PC Run It?

System Requirements

Minimum:
  • System: Windows 7
  • Processor: 1.7+ GHz or better
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD 3000 or better
  • Storage: 200 MB available space
Instructions

Easy to Download, Install and Play

  1. Click the download button. You can also select a previous version if available.
  2. You’ll be redirected to Vidgazoo. Wait 5 seconds, then directly click the button or copy the link.
    • Make sure you have a supported download client installed (it’s free here) before downloading.
  3. Once the download process reaches 100%, locate the downloaded files.
    • Get ready for installation and make sure you have enough disk space for the game.
  4. To Install DRM-free Thermonuclear:
    • Run or double-click setup_thermonuclear_********.exe to launch the installer.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
    • If a DLC folder is included, run any .exe files inside it as well.
  5. Once the installation is complete, launch the game and start playing.

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