The indie strategy game 'Void War,' likened to 'FTL in a Warhammer 40,000 skin,' has been removed from Steam following a suspicious DMCA takedown. The developer Tundra Interactive reported that the game is still accessible on Itch.io while they work with Valve to resolve the situation. The takedown notice mentioned a claimant named “Mal Reynolds,” raising eyebrows as it references a character from the popular sci-fi series Firefly. This peculiarity has led to speculation about possible ulterior motives behind the takedown and the possibility of a legitimate official game in development by Games Workshop, although no clarification has yet been provided by either party.

Why was Void War removed from Steam?

Void War was removed from Steam due to a DMCA takedown notice, which the developer suggests may have been issued by someone impersonating Games Workshop. They are currently seeking resolution with Valve.

Void War is an indie game that combines elements of rogue-like gameplay and strategic spaceship simulation, akin to the acclaimed title FTL developed by Subset Games. Set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, it features aesthetic and thematic elements reminiscent of Games Workshop's iconic franchise, including voidships resembling the Imperial Navy and characters mirroring the universe's Space Marines. Despite its current challenges, the developer's commitment to the game shows promise for its future in the indie gaming scene.