Codename: Terranova

About

Codename: Terranova is a two-player co-op puzzle game where one player controls an Agent on a malfunctioning hover-train while the other guides them as an Operator from a remote terminal. The Agent navigates the train’s interior, manipulating objects and solving environmental challenges. The Operator uses a smartphone or PC to access a central system, monitoring schematics, activating tools, and relaying instructions. Success depends on clear communication as both roles have limited perspectives. The game blends real-time problem solving with split-screen cooperation, requiring teams to balance independent action with coordinated strategy. The game’s standout feature is its asymmetric design: buying one copy grants a friend free access to the Operator role, creating a shared experience without extra cost. Set aboard a high-tech train experiencing unexplained failures, the narrative leans into urgency without overwhelming players. Early access feedback highlights the tension of relying on a partner’s input, with 78% of testers on IndieWatch calling the dual-perspective mechanic “refreshing.” Launching November 2024, it’s a tight, focused challenge for pairs craving teamwork over combat.

Storyline

In years, it had never happened that our hi-tech trains had technical problems, falling to the ground. It had never happened that they derailed from their trajectory, crashing. Our vehicles are the state of the art of automation, we would not even need personnel on board except for the tasks necessary to assist passengers. Our is an indispensable service for all the planets on which we operate, we cannot afford other mistakes. We do not know, as today, if these are technical problems or someone is working to tamper with our systems, but we have decided to establish a security task force to act in case of need. This is why we must train our agents to solve any situation and make them become custodians and overseers. You, Operator, are one of them. Together with your Agent you will form a team, passing our training is your goal. Good luck.