DEFCON (v1.6) , also known as DEFCON: Everybody Dies , is a chilling, minimalist real-time strategy (RTS) game inspired by the 1983 cult classic film WarGames . Released in 2006 by Introversion Software, version 1.6 primarily added localized language support (French, German, Italian, and Spanish) to make it more accessible to a global audience. Core Gameplay & Mechanics
: Conventional naval and air skirmishes begin; fleets can engage each other.
The game simulates a global thermonuclear conflict from the sterile, detached perspective of an underground bunker's computer screen. DEFCON Free Download (v1.6)
: Matches progress through alert levels (DEFCON 5 to 1).
: The nuclear "gloves come off," allowing the launch of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). DEFCON (v1
: Strategic placement of units like radar dishes, missile silos, and airbases.
: Units are limited and cannot be replaced once destroyed. Strategy involves balancing offensive strikes with using silos in "Air Defense" mode to shoot down incoming nukes. Atmosphere & Visuals Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The game simulates a global thermonuclear conflict from
: Your goal is to maximize enemy civilian casualties while minimizing your own. Points are awarded for millions of kills and lost for your own civilian deaths.