How co-op works
Online players cooperate in one world either by controlling the same customizable units or operating separate allied factions. They coordinate resource gathering, base construction, research, visual behavior programming, logistics, exploration, and defense across a procedurally generated map.
About this game
Desynced combines real-time strategy with deep automation systems in a sci-fi setting where you program fully customizable units to carry out complex tasks. Whether you play solo or team up with friends online, you'll gather resources, construct bases, and research technologies while uncovering the mystery of an AI teetering on the edge of self-awareness. True online co-op lets you share the workload and build sprawling automated systems together.
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The heart of the game is designing unit behaviors through visual scripting. You'll assign roles, optimize logistics, and chain together production lines that grow more sophisticated as you unlock new tech. Exploring unknown sectors reveals story fragments and strategic opportunities, and collaboration adds depth since you can divide research paths or specialize in different automation challenges.
Online co-op supports collaborative base-building and shared progression across persistent maps. Communication is essential as you coordinate production chains, resource distribution, and defensive strategies. Sessions favor players who enjoy planning, iterating on designs, and solving logistical puzzles with a partner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does co-op work in Desynced?
Desynced supports online co-op where you and friends share progression on persistent maps. You can collaborate on base-building, divide research paths, specialize in different automation tasks, and coordinate production chains together. Communication is key since you'll need to plan logistics and resource distribution as a team.
Do I need to know programming to play this game?
No coding knowledge required. Desynced uses visual scripting to program unit behaviors, so you design automation by connecting visual blocks rather than writing code. You'll learn the system as you play, starting simple and building more complex production chains as you unlock new technologies.
Can I play Desynced solo or is co-op required?
You can play the entire game solo. Co-op is optional but adds depth-playing with friends lets you share the automation workload and tackle larger logistical challenges together. Solo play gives you full control over your base and progression at your own pace.
What makes the automation system unique?
You design custom behaviors for every unit through visual scripting, giving you full control over how they gather, build, transport, and defend. You're not just placing buildings-you're programming logistics networks and production chains that can become as simple or sophisticated as you want them to be.