Silence of the Siren renamed to Heroes of Science & Fiction
Independent developer and publisher Oxymoron Games (creators of the tycoon simulator Project Hospital, average rating on OpenCritic - 73) has decided to rename its new early access game Silence of the Siren. Oxymoron Games has named its strategy project Heroes of Science & Fiction. The developers hope that the new name will not cause significant confusion among gamers and that the game will become more recognizable.
In addition, the Prague developers have released a development roadmap for the game.
Recent patch innovations:
- Map editor with built-in scripting tools, integration with Steam Workshop;
- A new planet with a six-day cycle and 7 challenging maps;
- Four neutral units;
- Experimental version of the random map generator;
- Statistics after the match ends;
Fourth quarter update:
- Psi-class abilities;
- New race Hive Mind and new campaign Sovereign Fleet;
First quarter 2026 update:
- Campaign "Child of Origin";
- More maps;
Smaller patches (will include):
- Achievements;
- More neutrals, biomes, and interactive objects;
- Full-featured random map generator;
- Full online multiplayer.