- Steam pricePrice
- $19.99
- Release
- July 18, 2016
- Platforms
How co-op works
Local split-screen or online co-op for up to four across more than eighty missions. Ranger, Wing Diver, Air Raider, and Fencer select from eight hundred weapons and combine infantry, aerial mobility, fire support, and heavy equipment against massed Ravager insects and machines.
About this game
EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 4.1 The Shadow of New Despair is a third-person shooter where the Earth Defense Force fights back against a relentless alien invasion known as the Ravagers. Players choose from four distinct classes and work together in true co-op to clear over 80 missions packed with massive bugs, robots, and overwhelming swarms. The chaos is designed to be shared.
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The game hands you a staggering arsenal of 800 weapons and lets you experiment with class synergies as you mow down hordes. Rangers, Wing Divers, Air Raiders, and Fencers each bring unique tools, from infantry rifles to jetpack lasers and air strike support. The sheer scale of destruction and the absurd number of enemies create moments that shine when you coordinate firepower with a teammate.
Split-screen and online co-op are both supported, making it easy to team up on the couch or over the internet. Missions become frantic puzzle-solving sessions where communication and quick target prioritization keep you alive. The game rewards teamwork under pressure, especially when giant mechs and kaiju-sized threats appear on screen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the differences between the four classes?
Rangers are infantry units with standard rifles, Wing Divers use jetpacks and laser weapons, Air Raiders call in air strikes and support attacks, and Fencers are heavy units with unique armaments. Each class brings different tools and synergies to co-op play.
Can I play the entire campaign in co-op?
Yes, all 80+ missions are designed for co-op play. The game is built around teamwork, with missions becoming frantic firefights where communication and coordinating firepower with your teammates is key to surviving the massive alien swarms.
Is there progression that carries over between missions?
The game features 800 weapons you can collect and experiment with across the four classes. You unlock and build your arsenal as you complete missions.