Starship Troopers fans have reasons to rejoice in the second half of 2024! After a year in Early Access on Steam, the highly anticipated FPS game Starship Troopers: Extermination is finally gearing up for a full release in October. This exciting news comes alongside the announcement of a brand new single-player campaign featuring none other than Johnny Rico himself, voiced by the original actor Casper Van Dien.

With Early Access in May 2023, Starship Troopers: Extermination saw PC gamers patiently await their turn to take on the Arachnid menace, comparisons were frequently drawn between Extermination and Helldivers 2, another popular co-op shooter.

However, the wait seems well worth it. The new single-player campaign promises to be a true hero's journey, taking players beyond the wave-based battles experienced in Early Access. Even more thrilling is the addition of Johnny Rico as a commanding officer, bringing the voice of the iconic character back to life thanks to Casper Van Dien's reprisal of the role.

The single-player mode, announced during IGN Live earlier this month, boasts a whopping 25 missions with a second chapter planned for post-launch content. Players will take the fight directly to the Arachnids under Rico's guidance, offering a deeper story experience alongside the frenetic action.

The developers, Offworld Industries, haven't skimped on the Johnny Rico factor either. Casper Van Dien himself revealed that he recorded more lines for Extermination than he did in both the first and third Starship Troopers movies combined. This dedication to authenticity is sure to please fans of the franchise.

Adding to the excitement, Starship Troopers: Extermination is expanding its reach beyond PC. The game will be launching simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC on October 11th. To further enhance the multiplayer experience, crossplay will be enabled at launch, allowing players across platforms to join forces against the bug threat.

While we wait for the official release, Offworld has hinted at an upcoming update slated for the end of June. This update is expected to shed more light on the upcoming content players can expect.

Previously reviewed with a score of 6 during Early Access, Starship Troopers: Extermination was praised for capturing the breakneck pace of the films and its potential to become the "premier bug-stomping romp for big teams." With the addition of a single-player campaign, console release, and continued development, Extermination seems poised to deliver a truly satisfying Starship Troopers experience for both new and returning troopers.