Publisher MicroProse and developer Arcane Alpacas are proud to announce that Dagger Directive will officially leave Early Access and launch its Version 1.0 on August 13, delivering the most ambitious update in the game’s development to date.


Inspired by the golden age of tactical military shooters, Dagger Directive combines open-ended mission design, large-scale environments, and authentic gunplay, allowing players to approach every operation their own way. Whether infiltrating enemy compounds under the cover of darkness or launching a full-scale assault, success depends on planning, precision, and adaptability.



Version 1.0 introduces the Global Ops Expansion, significantly expanding the game with a brand-new campaign featuring five new missions, new operational objectives, fresh enemy encounters, and additional locations to explore. Alongside the new content, players will gain access to an expanded arsenal featuring weapons such as the MK18, P90, M17, and M32 Grenade Launcher, together with new equipment and customization options.


The full release also delivers substantial gameplay and technical improvements across the board, including smarter AI behavior, controller support, Steam Deck compatibility, quality-of-life enhancements, and further refinements shaped throughout the Early Access period.


Supporting the game’s long-term future, Version 1.0 also strengthens Dagger Directive’s community-driven foundation with Steam Workshop integration and expanded modding capabilities, allowing players to create, share, and experience new content beyond the official campaign.


Built for players who grew up with the tactical shooters of the late ’90s and early 2000s, Dagger Directive blends the deliberate, tactical gameplay of the genre’s classics with modern systems, quality-of-life improvements, and the freedom to complete every mission your own way.




 



Version 1.0 Highlights




Full Version 1.0 Release on August 13
Global Ops Expansion
Brand-new campaign
Five new missions
New mission objectives
New enemy encounters
Expanded arsenal featuring new weapons and equipment
Smarter AI and gameplay improvements
Steam Workshop integration and expanded modding support
Controller support
Steam Deck compatibility
Numerous quality-of-life improvements and overall polish

Dagger Directive Version 1.0 launches on Steam for PC on August 13.

 




 


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Contact Information

For press inquiries, please contact:

Davide Pessach

Marketing Manager

davide.pessach@microprose.com


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MicroProse, founded in 1982, is a world-famous simulation software company known for developing groundbreaking, classics and cult titles like, the Falcon, F15 Strike Eagle, Silent Service, Gunship, Grand Prix, Civilization, B-17 The Mighty Eighth, and X-COM series and many more simulation products that sold millions of copies each at retail.


Today, MicroProse is not only remaking select classics from its past but also paving the road to next-generation, state of the art games that will create the memories and experiences of the demanding new generations of gamers.


 

Arcane Alpacas is a small game development studio founded in 2018 by Daniel Fowler. The Portland, Oregon based studio is focused on making asset packs and fun games that mix simulations with modern mechanics and conveniences. Arcane Alpacas first PC game, Dagger Directive, has been in development for 4 years.

Daniel’s past experience includes work on Batman: Arkham Shadows, Lead Engineer on Onward 2, Engineer on Onward 1, Senior Engineer at NCSOFT, and various other roles over his 15 year game development career. Daniel is also a United States Marine Corps veteran.