The Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon

Gameplay

Players take the role of Lightning Alpha, who battles against wave after wave of gigantic insect and robot enemies. Insect Armageddon predominately takes place in the city of New Detroit, the target of a concentrated bug invasion that only the EDF can stop. The graphics have been greatly improved, but still retain the arcade-shooter physics of its predecessor. Vehicle controls have been fixed, with improved tank and mecha vehicles that can be manned by more than one player. Energy is accumulated in-game which is used for a wide variety of tasks.

Over 300 weapons will be available to use, double the amount than in Earth Defense Force 2017. These can be purchased using a new unlock system that partially replaces the in-game weapon drop system of EDF: 2017, though some weapons are only dropped by elite enemies. Four different classes will be selectable from the menu, each with special functions and exclusive equipment. All armor colors can be customized.

Trooper Armor: Trooper armor is the standard loadout for EDF soldiers. Functionally the same as Storm 1 from Earth Defense Force: 2017, it has access to more weapons than any other class, and upgradable abilities that allow it to be a versatile, all-around unit. The Trooper Armor is also the only armor available in Survival Mode.

Jet Armor: Jet armor is a suit Lightening Alpha can acquire to take the fight to the skies. It uses energy to replenish weapons, much like the Pale wing from EDF 2. The jet pack allows the fastest movement across the map for any class, but also the weakest protection.

Tactical Armor: Tactical armor fulfills a wide ranging support role, and is the only class that can deploy turrets, mines, and radar dishes. Stronger equipment is unlocked as the story progresses.

Battle Armor: Battle armor transforms players into a veritable walking tank. Slow moving and hard-hitting, it comes equipped a portable energy shield and can equip some of the most powerful weapons in the game. Battle armor also can release its entire pool of energy in a massive electric blast, damaging everything unfortunate enough to be close by.

Both splitscreen and online cooperative play is included. A six player Survival Mode is also available, with a squad of EDF soldiers defending against endless waves of bugs.