Join the Frontline of RTS History
The Defcon League is an exclusive creator program for the most ambitious RTS game in a decade. Early access. Real partnership. Maximum freedom.
// WHAT IS THE DEFCON LEAGUE
A Real Partnership, Not Just a Key Drop
The Defcon League brings together the best RTS creators and community leaders to co-build, test, and champion Defcon Zero — from pre-launch through live service.
This isn't a generic influencer program. Members get genuine access to the development process, direct communication with the dev team, and real recognition for their work. In return, we get authentic content, testing feedback, and a passionate community that grows with us.
We're building something the RTS world hasn't seen in over a decade. We want the right people beside us.
// WHAT YOU GET
Creator Benefits
Everything you need to create, grow, and earn — on day one.
Early & Exclusive Access
Alpha/Beta builds, Collector's Editions, early dev mods — before anyone else.
Pro Press Kit
4K screenshots, b-roll, logo packs, music stings, overlays, thumbnail PSDs — everything you need to create.
Affiliate Revenue
Earn from every sale through your unique tracking links and codes.
Keys & Merch
Game keys for giveaways, exclusive merch for your community.
Direct Dev Access
Monthly calls with the dev team. Private collaboration space. Your voice shapes the game.
Recognition & Growth
Game credits, Creator of the Month spotlights, badges, and media features.
VIP Event Access
Priority at showcases, tournaments, Steam Fest events, and AMAs.
Sponsor Collaborations
Opportunities for sponsored content and co-branded activations.
// THE GAME
The RTS the World Has Been Waiting For
A decade of silence. 100M+ annual YouTube views on RTS content. Zero AAA-scale new entries. Until now.
// WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT
Built for Tactics. Built for Content.
Weapon Priority System
Units automatically select the optimal weapon for each target type — hard counters without the micromanagement.
Dynamic Cover System
Troops use terrain for tactical positioning, turning every building, rock, and ridge into a battlefield asset.
Interactive World
The battlefield reacts to your decisions. Destroy bridges, collapse structures, and reshape the environment to seize the advantage.
Day / Night Cycle
Darkness changes the rules. Predators emerge after sundown, visibility drops, and aggressive night raids become a viable strategy.
// WATCH IT IN ACTION
Gameplay Walkthrough — ERA Faction
Developer Update: Combat Systems
Campaign Preview — Eros Highlands
Defcon Zero: Frontlines of Tomorrow is a next-gen RTS built on Unreal Engine 5. Set on the alien world of Eros, two factions — ERA and ARM — clash in a war for humanity's future. Featuring 30 handcrafted campaign missions, innovative combat systems, and deep lore, this is a franchise built for the long haul: 3 games, 3 DLCs, and 11+ years of content.
// HOW IT WORKS
Four Steps. Thirty Seconds.
Apply
Fill out a quick form. Takes 30 seconds.
Get Accepted
We review your profile and get back to you.
Sign & Go
Sign a short NDA and Participation Agreement, then you are officially in.
Start Creating
Get your press kit, access builds, and join the private creator space.
Apply
Fill out a quick form. Takes 30 seconds.
Get Accepted
We review your profile and get back to you.
Sign & Go
Sign a short NDA and Participation Agreement, then you are officially in.
Start Creating
Get your press kit, access builds, and join the private creator space.
// CREATOR TIERS
Your Tier Is Assigned, Not Chosen
Tier placement is based on your reach and track record. Apply, and we assign you. Grow, and you get promoted.
Tier C
Rising
Entry-level League membership for growing creators. Keys, merch, affiliate links, and community features.
- Game keys & exclusive merch
- Affiliate revenue tracking
- Full press kit access
- Creator Discord channel
- Community feature spotlights
Surpass 50K subs? Promoted to Core.
Tier B
Core
The backbone of the League. Full access, monthly dev calls, and recognition for dedicated mid-tier creators.
- Everything in Rising
- Monthly dev team calls
- Dedicated affiliate codes
- Priority at AMAs & events
- Creator of the Month eligibility
Surpass 250K subs? Promoted to Flagship.
Tier A
Flagship
Top-priority access for the biggest voices in RTS. Co-stream opportunities, event VIP, and potential sponsorship deals.
- Everything in Core
- Co-stream opportunities
- Event VIP access
- Sponsorship deal consideration
- Game credits & media features
The top tier. No ceiling.
Exceed your tier threshold? You get promoted automatically. No reapplication needed.
Not a Content Creator?
You Can Still Join.
The Defcon League is not only for YouTubers and streamers. If you run an RTS community, mod games, organize tournaments, or simply live and breathe strategy — there is a place for you here.
Community members get early access, Discord partnership, dev updates, and the chance to shape how the Defcon Zero community is built from day one.
Welcome to apply as
Takes 2 minutes. Free to join.
// THE STUDIO
Built by Veterans. Backed by Believers.
TriArts Games is a 27-person studio (scaling to 36) with team members who've worked on Command & Conquer, Red Alert 2, StarCraft II, Warcraft III, Company of Heroes, Warhammer 40K: Dawn of War, DOOM 3, Ghost Recon, and more. Our advisors include veterans from Blizzard, EA, Westwood Studios, and Relic Entertainment. We've raised $4.4M and partnered with Rocket Science / Atomic Theory for development support.
Team credits include
// FAQ
Questions Answered
The Frontline is Forming. Take Your Position.
Limited seats. Real access. Join the creators shaping the biggest RTS launch in a decade.
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