Master the Art of War in BATTLETECH - Mercenary Collection

Step into the cockpit of a massive, building-sized walking death machine in BATTLETECH - Mercenary Collection. Set in the year 3025, this deep, turn-based strategy title plunges players into the heart of the Inner Sphere, a region of human space locked in the closing stages of the Third Succession War. As a commander of your own mercenary company, you must navigate a galaxy of political intrigue, shifting loyalties, and brutal interstellar conflict to ensure your survival and profitability.

Developed by Harebramed Schemes, this collection offers the definitive experience for fans of tactical combat and squad management. Whether you are fighting to reclaim a stolen throne or simply hunting for the next big payday, every decision impacts your reputation among the Great Houses and minor factions of the periphery.

A Deeply Immersive Tactical Experience

At its core, BATTLETECH - Mercenary Collection functions as a high-stakes tactical simulator. Players take command of over 30 unique BattleMechs, each offering distinct playstyles and weapon configurations. Success on the battlefield requires more than just brute force; you must master the terrain, utilizing high ground, environmental advantages, and strategic positioning to outwit your opponents.

The gameplay loop extends far beyond the heat of combat. As a mercenary leader, you are responsible for the long-term growth of your company through various interlocking systems:

  • Company Management: Recruit and train skilled MechWarriors, customizing their abilities to create the perfect squad for any mission.
  • The MechLab: Maintain, upgrade, and evolve your arsenal. Scavenge battlefield salvage from fallen foes to replace damaged systems and repurpose technology for your own use.
  • Dropship Customization: Upgrade and personalize your dropship to better prepare your forces for the rigors of space travel and combat.
  • Dynamic Reputation: Undertake missions that affect how various factions, from noble houses to local rebels, perceive your company.

The Ultimate Expansion Bundle

The Mercenary Collection is the most comprehensive way to experience the franchise, as it includes the base game along with three major expansions via the Season Pass. These additions significantly expand the scope of the game, introducing new mechanics and massive amounts of content:

  • Flashpoint: Introduces high-stakes, branching short stories that link missions together through critical choices, crew conversations, and rare rewards.
  • Urban Warfare: Shifts the battlefield to sprawling cityscapes, featuring large-scale building destruction, electronic warfare, and new enemy units.
  • Heavy Metal: Expands the roster with a wide range of new Mechs designed for both veterans and newcomers.

Who Is This Game For?

If you are a fan of tactical, turn-based combat games like XCOM, BATTLETECH - Mercenary Collection offers a compelling blend of squad customization and intense, gritty warfare. It appeals to players who enjoy deep management systems, where the tension of managing resources and pilot skills is just as important as the tactical execution of a mission. With the inclusion of a multiplayer mode for testing your mettle against friends or AI, there is endless replayability for those who crave strategic mastery.

Available on PC and macOS, this collection provides everything needed to build a legendary mercenary legacy in one massive package.