The latest downloadable content (DLC) for one of PC's best military games is here. And it's bringing the battle from land to shore.
Bohemia Interactive and Tiny Gecko Studios have rolled out the newest update for Arma 3. Called the Expeditionary Forces, players can experience the newest DLC beginning November 26.
Expeditionary Forces takes players into the heat of amphibious operations. At the heart of this expansion is the Marine Joint Task Force (MJTF). They are a faction tailored for amphibious and reconnaissance operations, developers described.
Players can also command advanced amphibious vehicles and versatile Combat Boats. These included the AAV-9 Mack Infantry Fighting Vehicle. Expeditionary Forces will also have the LCC-1 Landing Craft for sea-to-shore combat.
Another addition would be the USS Takmyr (LPD-36). An Amphibious Warfare Ship, it serves as a launch pad for assaults and maritime missions.
The DLC also included new vehicle munitions, expanded gameplay scenarios, and other content. Like Hunter reconnaissance vehicles designed for tactical players.
It also contained new missions such as the Resolute Cyclone, a single-player mini-campaign. For a multiplayer experience, players can opt for Rope In Hand.
The latest DLC is part of Arma 3’s Creator DLC program. It allows third-party developers to collaborate with Bohemia Interactive. It enabled developers like Tiny Gecko Studios to create and sell original content. Players can also benefit by gaining access to unique and diverse game expansions.
Tiny Gecko Studios also planned to share behind-the-scenes insights into their development process.
Expeditionary Forces carries a price tag of $7.99 USD.
The Expeditionary Forces release continues the legacy of Bohemia Interactive’s Arma franchise. The first game, Arma: Cold War Assault, came out in 2001.
Since then, the series has grown into a flagship platform for military simulation. It boasts millions of players worldwide and a dedicated community of creators.