Bigpoint just announced a new free-to-play military MOBA named Merc Elite. The new  game will bring the modern military setting in the MOBA genre and will feature a 5v5 PvP focused gameplay with cover-based tactical combat.

Merc Elite is set in a near-future at a time when resources are scarce, desperation is palpable and mega-conglomerates are in control. With greed in their hearts, domination on their minds and a seemingly endless supply of cash in their pockets, these evil conglomerates will stop at nothing to control what few natural resources there are left in this team combat MOBA. They keep their hands clean and, as per company policy, outsource to the experts: the mercenary bands and agencies that have sprung up in the wake of massive global demobilization. Staffed primarily by ex-members of the armed forces of every nation, some are little better than pirates, but most are professional outfits that emphasize top-of-the-line equipment and experienced, deadly employees. They are the finest mercenaries the planet has to offer: the elite.

The key features officially announced until now are:

- 5 versus 5 team battles
- First MOBA game in a new and unique team-based military setting for the genre.
- Domination is the main game mode. Two teams vie for control of the majority of flags.
- Unique features: Direct fire shooting, precise line of sight and directional cover.
- Top-down perspective, customizable characters and weapons and over 120 skills.
- 5 unique classes: recon, assault, commander, heavy gunner, tank.
- Realistic, near-future setting
- The stronger the opponent, the more experience and currency a player earns to upgrade characters and weapons.

Source of information: Bigpoint press release

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