Defend the Base! Patch notes -- v0.30.0a (b230821) — USC: Counterforce Steam update #383144

The first major update Defend the Base! adding new content to the game is now live with the following changes: NEW New game mode: Defend the Base! New feature: Weapon Prototypes Prototypes are weapons with enhanced base properties that cost both Squad Points and crafting materials. They can be further improved with weapon upgrades. They are awarded in Single Mission mode for completing a mission within Turn limits, and are available from a separate tab in Squad Assembly. The quality of a prototype depends on mission difficulty and Performance Score. This determines the amount, type, and value of the random improved properties it has. If you don’t want a prototype at all, you can sell it for an amount of crafting materials. This can’t be undone, although prototype weapons already in your inventory remain functional and unchanged (until sold). New items with new mechanics: scanners! The st...