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You’ve reached the end of the list KA-62 Skorpion Скорпион Attack Helicopter V2 Yama Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle Public Roadmap South African Economic Security OrganizationJanuary 23, 2025 The South African Economic Security Organization (SAESO), pronounced “See-Soo,” is a supranational entity that has redefined military - [Varan Class Aircraft Carrier CVN](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/06/20/varan-class-aircraft-carrier-cvn/) - The Varan Class Aircraft Carrier is the first ship constructed under a new shipbuilding UMK design which shifted large Russian capital ships into a standardized hull design. Admiral Kuznetsov the Russian Navy's sole remaining Aircraft Carrier was scrapped in 2027 as part of the Russian-Ukraine peace accords, leaving the Russian Navy without a aircraft carrier. - [South African Economic Security Organization](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2025/01/23/south-african-economic-security-organization/) - The South African Economic Security Organization (SAESO), pronounced "See-Soo," is a supranational entity that has redefined military and economic cooperation across southern Africa. Born from grassroots efforts to combat poverty, disease, and corruption, SAESO's rise as a unified body symbolizes a transformation in African governance and regional stability.SAESO's military power is anchored by the extensive - [European Union](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/09/30/european-union/) - European Union in 2030 The 30 member states that make up the EU have adopted an internal single market with free movement of goods, services, capital, and labor. The EU is foremost a customs union, that aims to bolster Europe's trade position and its political and economic weight in international affairs. European Unions' primary rivals - [Summer Updates](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2024/10/19/summer-updates/) - Over the Summer, I worked on a bunch of areas. I'm breaking this post up into sections to go over the updates for everything. The biggest thing was adding all the factions to the game. This increased the workflows from 4x to 16x, which is why there was a lot of time between updates. Hangar The hangar is - [Russia](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/01/06/russia-ground-forces-part-1/) - Russia in 2034 The year 2034 finds Russia in a distinct phase of its history, characterized by a notable shift from the era of Vladimir Putin's leadership. Four years prior, the Russian leader stepped down as part of a peace agreement with Ukraine, marking a significant turning point in the region's geopolitical landscape. In the - [China](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/10/31/china-ground-forces-part-1/) - China in 2034 at the start of the game. The Chinese state has emerged as a formidable force, boasting the largest economy and population in the world. Under the steadfast leadership of Xi, the ruling Communist Party has wielded significant influence, shaping the nation's trajectory. Nevertheless, the loyalty of the younger generation towards the Party - [United States](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/10/07/united-states/) - The United States at the start of the game. The United States, once hailed as the pinnacle of technological and military might, has seen its supremacy gradually diminish since the conclusion of World War II. Although still boasting a formidable military and leading advancements in various fields such as computers, pharmaceuticals, medical, aerospace, and military - [The state of the world.](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2024/02/16/the-state-of-the-world/) - The plan is to break up the game into three parts. This will allow me to ship something this year and iterate on the game in blocks. When I started I had no idea what to build, I was just a fan of 4x games and simulations. But after two years of plodding along I - [Fall Update Part 1](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/11/28/fall-update-part-1/) - For Fall I added a bunch of things to move this game from prototype to real game. The Steam page is registered. I'll be updating a bunch of stuff in here so it will be ready to go in Early Access in 2024. From a tech point of view. The biggest was the save file - [Militia Forces](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/11/18/militia-forces/) - The Militia forces are the rebels/insurgents/freedom fighters that form when your country's government population drops to low enough levels that lawlessness takes hold in provinces that you or your enemies control. Rebels can be used to destabilize a rival country, and they can also be used to topple dictatorships. This represents a period when normal - [Armed Breacher Vehicle](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/09/03/armed-breacher-vehicle/) - The Armed Breacher Vehicle is a rarely touched class of military engineering vehicles used to clear minefields and obstacles. I don't remember any game that has attempted to capture what these vehicles do. Namely clearly mines and blowing stuff up. So bringing them to life in a game was an interesting challenge. We can break - [Armor Systems and Damage Modelling](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/08/26/armor-systems-and-damage-modelling/) - The Armor system and the Damage Model are component-based and modular. It uses two main parts the Armor Mod and Health. This is used for the individual parts inside of a vehicle, the engine, wheels, ammo, and fuel tanks are all armor mods that have their own health and state, they can be damaged, repaired, - [Abstracting chaos in the real world](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/08/10/abstracting-chaos-in-the-real-world/) - One of the cool things I am trying to do with this game is to build an abstract simulation of what we have all witnessed all over the world. The Collapse of a government into civil war. This is the main "villain" in the game in the sense that the primary goal of the 4x - [Amphibious Combat Vehicle](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/07/24/amphibious-combat-vehicle/) - The United States Marine Corps (USMC) Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) is a versatile and advanced armored vehicle designed to enhance the Marines' amphibious warfare capabilities. Built to replace the aging Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV), the ACV provides improved speed, mobility, and survivability for the Marines during amphibious operations and other expeditionary missions. Key features of - [Sensors & Counter Measures](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/07/04/sensors-counter-measures/) - The game world is equipped with a diverse array of advanced sensor systems, each offering unique capabilities to detect and target enemy forces based on the type of vehicle you're operating. Engaging in combat under challenging conditions becomes a thrilling experience, where utilizing specific sensors becomes crucial for survival. For instance, in low-light scenarios, employing - [Spring Updates](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2023/06/01/spring-updates/) - Let's take a deep dive into the game systems and vehicle mechanics. Let's look at the MRAP class, right now the MRAP is available for all factions. The MRAP for the US is based on the M-ATV, it comes in 8 combat variants which your progressive unlock based on your tech tree. Each vehicle in - [The Game Loop](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/11/28/the-game-loop/) - How do you play this Game? First were going to talk about the single-player game mode. This is a blend of Grand Strategy 4X (Explore, Expand, Exploit, Exterminate) gameplay and military vehicle combat simulation. It will present the player will a series of world events. Each primary faction will have to balance between population needs - [Weapons Systems](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/12/27/weapons-systems/) - There are a lot of weapons in the game. The goal was to offer all four factions an assortment of weapons. Each vehicle will have a set of configured weapons; ground vehicles and ships generally have fixed weapons; for aircraft and helicopters, you can customize the load out before each mission. Weapons & Sensors have - [Kill Capture Destroy Game Design Documents](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/12/23/kill-capture-destroy-game-design-documents/) - This post is going to be huge, and the reason is that it's including the original game design documents for KCD were broken up into three parts documents each document was over 50 pages, covering air combat, ground combat, and naval combat. I have copied them from my google docs into here for you to - [M1 Abrams X](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/10/17/m1-abrams-x/) - The Abrams X is an advanced next-generation main battle tank. It combined advanced sensors and lethality to maintain dominance on the battlefield. The M1AX carries upgraded CIWS sights with improved night and thermal optics, a laser rangefinder, and automated detection and tracking AI. This allows the M1AX to spot targets up to 12km away. The - [VIPER ARV](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/10/13/viper-arv/) - The VIPER ARV is Armed Reconnisase Vehicle designed for amphibious forward scouting and target designation. The Viper can travel over land or water under armored protection up to NATO Level 2. Its crew of three operates the driver, sensor payload, and vehicle commander. The VIPER can be mounted with an RWS up to 30mm M230 - [9K720 Iskander](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/07/03/9k720-iskander/) - The 9K720 Islander is the Russian Federations faction Ballistic Missile Vehicle, its primary role is to target military command and control posts, ammo depots, troop concentrations and high value targets. It only carries two missile, so you must coordinate your fire with other units either AI control or in multiplayer and must be resupplied after - [New Site, Same Idea](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/05/01/hello-world/) - Welcome back we renamed the game and the site to go with it. Moving forward we stick to this look and feel and will continue to update the discord and website more frequently. Background and history:I have been developing software for 20+ years. Always loved video games, art, and 3d modeling so I said let's - [Su-57 and Su-75](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/07/23/su-57-and-su-75/) - The Sukhoi Su-57 (Russian: Сухой Су-57; unconfirmed NATO reporting name: Felon) is a stealth, single-seat, twin-engine multirole fifth-generation jet fighter being developed since 2002 for air superiority and attack operations. The Su-57 is planned to be the first aircraft in Russian military service to use stealth technology. Its maiden flight took place on 29 January - [Su-34M](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/08/08/su-34m/) - The Sukhoi Su-34 (Russian: Сухой Су-34; NATO reporting name: Fullback) is a Soviet-origin Russian twin-engine, twin-seat, all-weather supersonic medium-range fighter-bomber/strike aircraft. It first flew in 1990, intended for the Soviet Air Forces, and it entered service in 2014 with the Russian Air Force. Based on the Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker air superiority fighter, the Su-34 has - [Drones](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/09/09/drones/) - Drone combat is here to stay, so I decided to bring it into the game, find bunkers, and drop frag grenades on them. - [SR-92](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/08/20/sr-92/) - The SR-92 is the US military's advanced hypersonic interceptor, its forerunners operated for years in secret service without public knowledge and existed under three classified programs throughout the 1980s and 90s. The earliest program to succeed the SR-71 was the SR-81 program codenamed Aurora. Aurora was built around a scramjet-powered engine that had a considerably - [Mulso Unmanned Ground Combat Support System](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/07/09/mulso-unmanned-ground-combat-support-system/) - The Mulso was developed by a consortium of South Korean defense companies, originally design as an autonomous space rover the Mulso was converted into a unmanned combat system by the South Korean Military who saw its use as a squad level support robot. The Mulso weights less then 2 tons, can operate for up to - [Su-24M2](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/08/12/su-24m2/) - The Sukhoi Su-24 (NATO reporting name: Fencer) is a supersonic, all-weather attack aircraft developed in the Soviet Union; it was comparable to the American F-111 when it first entered service in the early 1970s, both aircraft have a variable-sweep wing, twin-engines, and a side-by-side seating arrangement for its crew of two. It was the first - [M21 Powell Mobile Protected Firepower Light Tank](https://killcapturedestroy.com/2022/07/12/m21-powell-mobile-protected-firepower-light-tank/) - The development of the M21 was the result of the army need for a light tank that could move with light infantry vehicles during initial raids from forward staging areas. The MPF can be transported via heavy lify transport and deploy from the airport. The MPF can kill any target on the battlefield employing a ## Pages - [KCD](https://killcapturedestroy.com/) - What is Kill Capture Destroy? Kill Capture Destroy (KCD) is an indie game developed by a team of one. It's a real-time strategy and combat game that combines the intensity of military vehicle gameplay with the depth of strategy and simulation. It gives you control not just over the battlefield but also over the politics - [Updates](https://killcapturedestroy.com/updates/) - [4x Strategy Game + Military Simulation](https://killcapturedestroy.com/single-player/) - IF THIS IS YOU KEEP READING 4x Story Mode In 4x Story Mode, you will find yourself in the middle of geopolitical turmoil as you navigate your country through the next 100 years. Balancing the needs of your superpower while ensuring domestic harmony is paramount, for any misstep may ignite a catastrophic civil war. Rebellion, - [Air Power](https://killcapturedestroy.com/air/) - AIRCRAFT & HELICOPTERS There are hundreds of aircraft in the game. They all feature customized load outs, and hardpoints have weight limits and affect the jet's performance, and radar signature. Real-time sensors, Multifunction displays, weather, and lighting. Ground Air Sea Weapons RECON The RECON HELO is fast and lightly armed, it trades firepower for agility - [Sea](https://killcapturedestroy.com/sea/) - Ground Air Sea Weapons Boats GUN BOAT The Gunboat is a small fast boat that mounts guns in the front and back, they can be useful for littoral defense and patrol but lack long-range weapons and must rely on speed. MISSILE BOAT The Missile Boat carries long-range strike missiles making up for its small size - [Features](https://killcapturedestroy.com/features/) - Here are some of the tech features in the game. Fully Detailed Cockpits Fully Animated MFD & HUD High Detail 3D Models of Vehicles Use tanks, warships, and air power all include high-detail 3d models in combined arms gameplay that requires you to plan and manage your vehicle in simulation and arcade modes. Modern Ground - [Privacy Policy](https://killcapturedestroy.com/privacy-policy/) - Who we are https://www.killcapturedestroy.com/ Cookies Suggested text: If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for - [The Annex](https://killcapturedestroy.com/tales-from-the-annex/) - Tales from the Annex is my original story stories and artwork, this work was the inspiration for the game. I wrote most of these short stories over the last few years. All stories are fictional and the characters and not real. Operation Green Jaguar Operation Paramour: Executive SummaryPrologueSecond Falklands Islands WarAppendix 1: Argentina Military Modernization - [Factions](https://killcapturedestroy.com/factions/) - The timeline for the game is between 2034 and 2134. It assumes that during the next 25 years, national governments weakened by climate change, and economic social unrest consolidate into larger-minded superstates, or supranational unions which allow them to survive. These states present the player with the starting game 16 factions. You can also learn - [SATO](https://killcapturedestroy.com/sato/) - The South Asian Treaty Organization (SATO) emerged in the late 2030s as a pivotal military and economic alliance, representing a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific region. Modeled as an Asian counterpart to NATO, SATO was initially founded by the democratic governments of India, Australia, Japan, and South Korea. These nations, sharing - [Winter Tiger](https://killcapturedestroy.com/winter-tiger/) - August 15th, 2021 - 2025 Siberia Before the Russian Occupation Half a million people migrated to the Russian Far East. Siberia, rich in natural resources, saw large-scale exploitation throughout the 20th century. Industrial towns sprouted across the region, and during Soviet times, the infamous penal labor system was restructured under the GULAG state agency. Official - [VEHICLES](https://killcapturedestroy.com/vehicles/) - Ground Air Sea Weapons ASSAULT VEHICLES Assault Vehicles are designed to move cross-country under armored protection, attacking an objective; they often have a turret and at least one offensive weapon, which is usually a cannon used to destroy infantry or other armored vehicles. Main Battle Tanks and Infantry Fighting Vehicles are examples of assault vehicles. - [Home](https://killcapturedestroy.com/home-2/) - [SUDA](https://killcapturedestroy.com/suda/) - The Unión de Naciones Sudamericanas (USAN), more commonly known as SUDA, serves as the collective government of the South American continent. Established in the late 2030s, SUDA emerged as a response to the pervasive influence of drug cartels in the region. Initially a mutual security agreement, it has since evolved into a supranational organization that - [Indian Federation](https://killcapturedestroy.com/indian-federation/) - [Videos](https://killcapturedestroy.com/videos/) - See all the latest videos on our YouTube Channel GAMEPLAY IS A WORK IN PROGRESS « Prev 1 / 2 Next » 25 Points Devlog: PvP UI updates 25 Missions. One Crew. Will They Survive the Tour? | 25 Points Official Gameplay Trailer Kill Capture Destroy: Live game dev session building the game MDO: Live - [The Green Jaguar](https://killcapturedestroy.com/green-jaguar/) - August 6th, 2016Embassy BogotaCLASSIFIED REPORT FROM: CIA STATION CHIEFTO: US DEPARTMENT OF STATE SUBJECT: OPERATION GREEN JAGUAR BRIEFING CLASSIFIED: TOP SECRET In a highly secured meeting at the CIA annex within the US DOS compound, the Colombian Minister of Defense (MOD) unveiled the details of OPERATION GREEN JAGUAR. Present were key figures, including USSOCOM and - [Valiant Eagle](https://killcapturedestroy.com/valiant-eagle/) - This scenario blends fictional and non-fictional events as a precursor to direct US military action in Mexico in the summer/fall of 2035 5:50 AM August 2035: AV 505 Highway Mexico City, Mexico The CIA annex inside the US Embassy was always very quiet this early in the morning. Soon enough the cubicles which line this - [EULA](https://killcapturedestroy.com/eula/) - LITE NITE GAMES STUDIOS®, LLC END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”) LAST UPDATED 9.5.23 LIMITED SOFTWARE WARRANTY AND LICENSE AGREEMENT PLEASE READ THIS EULA CAREFULLY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL THE TERMS, YOU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO OPEN, DOWNLOAD, INSTALL, COPY, OR USE THE SOFTWARE. BY OPENING, DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING, COPYING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE - [Operation Paramour Prologue](https://killcapturedestroy.com/operation-paramour-prologue/) - Operation Paramour: Executive SummaryPrologueSecond Falklands Islands WarAppendix 1: Argentina Military Modernization Prologue This scenario takes place in 2019, after the election of Sergio Massa to the Presidency of Argentina. The election is widely viewed both at home and internationally as fraudulent. The incumbent government of Kirchner's former vice president Amado Boudou was accused of heavily - [Executive Summary of the potential for a armed conflict between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Argentina over the Falklands Islands.](https://killcapturedestroy.com/executive-summary-of-the-potential-for-a-armed-conflict-between-the-united-kingdom-and-the-republic-of-argentina-over-the-falklands-islands/) - Operation Paramour: Executive SummaryPrologueSecond Falklands Islands WarAppendix 1: Argentina Military Modernization The ability of the British Armed Forces [BAF] to defeat Argentina in a repeat of the Falklands War remains in serious doubt. The retirement of the entire fleet of GR9 Harrier attack aircraft and the HMS Invincible carrier class represents all of the UK - [Second Falklands Islands War](https://killcapturedestroy.com/second-falklands-islands-war/) - Operation Paramour: Executive SummaryPrologueSecond Falklands Islands WarAppendix 1: Argentina Military Modernization Date: March 2018 - July 2019 Belligerents : Argentina +/- United Kingdom Day One, March 27th 2018 : 0430 ZULU Location: Río Grande / Tierra del Fuego, Argentina: 21 members of Grupo Albatros (Albatross Group) board the fishing ship Solana, they are departing for - [Argentina Military Modernization](https://killcapturedestroy.com/argentina-military-modernization/) - Operation Paramour: Executive SummaryPrologueSecond Falklands Islands WarAppendix 1: Argentina Military Modernization Argentina military modernization began in 2016 with a secret authorization from the Boudou government authorizing the military to begin planning for a massive spending program, the result of frustration with the lack of Argentina geo-political options in the Malvinas dispute with the UK. For - [Developer Blog](https://killcapturedestroy.com/blog/) - South African Economic Security Organization January 23, 2025 Summer Updates October 19, 2024 The state of the world. February 16, 2024 Fall Update Part 1 November 28, 2023 South African Economic Security Organization The South African Economic Security Organization (SAESO), pronounced “See-Soo,” is a supranational entity that has redefined military and economic cooperation across southern - [Portfolio](https://killcapturedestroy.com/portfolio/) - Here is some of the original 3d artwork I had to create to make this game. M21_tank M21.drawio (2) WIP M21.drawio (1) WIP_2 prc_ugv2 prc_ugv UGV1 prc_ugv3 prc_ugv4 UGV UGV_MILREM ARV4 ARV3 ARV2 ARV WIP_RU_Recon_4x4 WIP_RU_Recon_6x6 Capture17 mantis mantis2 mantis-rear mantis_front mantis4x4 Capture18 Yak130 Yak1302 Yak1303 Yak1304 warspite warspite2 EU_VSS EU_VSS2 Capture21 Mark6 missileboat Capture20 - [Scenarios](https://killcapturedestroy.com/maps/) - Maps The game world is built around a collection of multiplayer maps that are proxies for real regions in the world. Maps range in size from 5km to as large as 500km for open naval combat in the ocean. Maps use real height data extracted as the base for the terrain.Maps then are optimized for - [Multiplayer](https://killcapturedestroy.com/multiplayer/) - Kill Capture Destroy has a dedicated multiplayer mode that blends vehicle combat with team-based objective gameplay. Resource management and base defense are key to winning the battle. Teams are divided and must capture objectives and work together to build bases and resupply the forward lines. While using class-based vehicles that support the assault, defend, and - [NDA](https://killcapturedestroy.com/nda/) - Late Nite Game Studios Non-Discousure Agreement Welcome to our Playtest NDA. We are very glad to have you aboard and look forward to hearing what you think about each project. Please follow this process:Please also remember this is a closed playtest. The documents and links are not to be shared with anyone not already involved - [First Strike](https://killcapturedestroy.com/first-strike/) - Cyber Strike A cyber strike will paralyze a countries response for several weeks. Opposing forces countries communications and infrastructure will suffer from shut downs in banking, cellular, and telecom networks. With disruptions to water and powerplants combined with attacks against satellite communications networks we will cripple the enemies ability to respond to our actions in - [Unmanned Vehicles](https://killcapturedestroy.com/unmanned-ground-vehicles/) - The proliferation of unmanned ground systems has created a shift in modern combat.The game features both air and ground unmanned vehicles. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://killcapturedestroy.com/category/uncategorized/) ## Tags - [orginal_artwork](https://killcapturedestroy.com/tag/orginal_artwork/)