2026-05-05 18:02 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
Our next game, Happy Bastards, just got a playtest update!We've just updated our playtest with new features and improvements Version Updates: This new version includes many changes. We won’t bother you with the details here, as you can read it all in the game’s splash screen, but in summary: • New art style • The character generator • Inspect mode • Dungeon exploration • Dungeon events; including traps, dialogues and dilemmas • Loot; including potions and battle charms • Out-of-combat HUD and UI • A few new combat elements, like the Meatshield ability or the Goblin Dung Slinger • Many improvem
2025-11-14 18:58 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
Agents, we’ve got some incredible news to share. Operation: Tango has officially sold over 1 MILLION copies worldwide! 🎉 From the very beginning, our mission was to bring players together through the power of cooperation, communication, and a little bit of chaos. Seeing so many of you take on missions, solve puzzles, and laugh your way through our spy world has been nothing short of amazing. We couldn’t have done it without you, our players, streamers, friends, and fans who believed in what we were creating. 💙 Thank you for spreading the word, introducing new agents to the game, and making O
2025-10-27 21:29 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
💥 The Happy Bastards Combat Playtest is LIVE (for our Discord Insiders)What you’re about to read is technically a secret… but we trust you, right? 👀We're launching a playtest for our upcoming tactical RPG, Happy Bastards! If you’re part of the Happy Bastards Discord, you can get exclusive access to our very first Combat Playtest! An early look at the tactical chaos we’re building into the full game!When we said we wanted you bastards to help shape development, we meant it. We want you to play, poke at the seams, and tell us what you think, the good, the bad, and the gloriously ugly. ⚔️ What’
2025-10-03 13:58 UTC · Community Announcements · JoeRT17
We want to let you know about an important update. A recently identified security vulnerability within Unity has been spotted, and while there is currently no evidence of impact on users, we’re taking all relevant steps to ensure you’re on the latest and safest version of the game. To keep you safe, we’ve released a new patch that addresses the issue. Please update your game as soon as possible to stay protected. You can read more about it here: https://unity.com/security/sept-2025-01 As always, our priority will be on keeping our games safe and enjoyable for everyone. https://store.steampower
2025-02-17 18:20 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
🔊 The Happy Bastards’ Discord is now open! Want to get a behind the scenes look at the development of our next game? Chat with the devs about all things turn-based? Have a chance to playtest the game early? Join our new Discord! https://discord.gg/aSWVYXbDAZ {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38051184/b55b32b3b773e6d8ac7ad184039bb1544cc819c1.png To celebrate the launch of the Discord, we’ll be running a giveaway all week! (closes February 24th) Enter to win Steam gift cards and game keys for other Clever Plays games! https://bit.ly/HappyBGiveaway We’ll still be in the Clever Plays Discord for all things Oper
2025-02-14 19:16 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
💔🎮 Can a video game make or break your relationship? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38051184/8908aea439da18f1a899017719febd6ac58845a2.png This Valentine’s Day, we reviewed the top tips for surviving a co-op game with your partner! Read the post: https://bit.ly/HappyBBlog As the creators of Operation: Tango, it's always fun to read the reviews and experiences of couples who have played our game together. Some couples come out stronger, others… well, let’s just say the couch looks comfy tonight. 😆 Did your Steam review make the final article? Let us know in the comments! We've also included some Valentin
2024-12-24 17:01 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
From all of us here at Clever Plays, Happy Holidays! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38051184/63b1c16df214e1b4d20dd2fc30cb34b77796a7d0.png We hope you have a wonderful holiday season and we're looking forward to what adventures await in 2025. If you're looking for a last-minute holiday gift, Operation: Tango and Leap of Fate are still at their biggest discounts during the Steam Winter Sale! And speaking of new adventures, our next title Happy Bastards, is available to wishlist now! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2964560/Happy_Bastards/ Thank you for being a part of this amazing community, and we'll see
2024-12-18 21:05 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
A Game Dev’s 4 Favourite Games of 2024 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38051184/59344e2ba9129483ed72dc2d03f7842be3fe433d.png Game design inspiration often includes playing incredible games. At Clever Plays we see it as both research and an awesome perk! In our latest article, our co-founder and Game Director Mattieu Bégin, highlights some of his favourite games of the year, and a few he's got his eye on for 2025. Check out the full post here: Clever Plays Blog What were your favourite games of 2024? Tell us in the comments here or be sure to join our Discord! And, if you haven't already, please wishlist ou
2024-11-28 21:50 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
Operation: Tango jumps into action at the Steam Autumn Sale! From now until December 4th you can get Operation: Tango on sale for 55% off! Even at the discounted price, Operation: Tango still comes with the free Friend Pass and is completely crossplay! Gift yourself or your loved ones a copy before December 4th.
2024-11-26 19:02 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
🌟 10 years. 3 games. 1 new logo. At Clever Plays, our development journey has been unconventional. From Leap of Fate to Operation: Tango, and now Happy Bastards, we’ve continually challenged ourselves to push creative boundaries and craft unique gaming experiences. We’re thrilled with our new logo - creativity and curiosity are always key. 🔑 {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38051184/fd21e3f2d96d0ff1890ad2ac2df6c3da0ae82008.png We also sat down with our Co-Founder and Game Designer, Mattieu Begin, to discuss the evolution of Clever Plays over the years. You can read the full post here: The Evolution of Cle
2024-11-08 18:07 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
Operation:Tango at IndieCade 2024 We're thrilled that IndieCade is back for another year and Operation:Tango is celebrating with 55% off! From now until November 16th you can grab Operation:Tango at its lowest price. The game is still crossplay and comes with a free friend pass so you can play with your friends regardless of platform! Don't have a player two? Don't worry! We've got a matchmaking channel in our Discord at: discord.gg/CleverPlays Check out Operation:Tango, and dozens of other fantastic games, at the IndieCade Festival here: https://bit.ly/OTIndieCade
2024-07-10 15:06 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
🎮 Exciting News! Operation:Tango is Coming to Nintendo Switch on August 1st, 2024! 🎮 Hey Steam community! We're thrilled to share some exciting news with you. Operation:Tango is expanding its reach and will be available on the Nintendo Switch starting August 1st, 2024! Whether you’re already part of our Steam family or looking to connect with friends on other platforms, this update is for you. Why Should You Be Excited? 🕵️♀️ Full Crossplay Support: Team up with friends on any platform! With Operation:Tango's seamless crossplay, you can connect and strategize with friends on PlayStation, Xb
2024-06-11 14:05 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
Clever Plays Studio is Thrilled to Announce Our New Game: Happy Bastards! Gear up and get ready for a wild ride through a world where chaos reigns supreme and only the unruliest survive. We are beyond excited to introduce you to Happy Bastards, our newly revealed open-world tactical RPG with turn-based combat. Assemble your squad of mercenaries, each more unpredictable and audacious than the last, to explore, fight, and loot your way to fame and fortune! Who needs XP when you’re famous? {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/38051184/809e9071104e9ec2366c9d8d378d5706be0111c9.png In Happy Bastards, you call the sho
2024-06-01 17:34 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays Studio
📢 Attention Agents! Operation:Tango 3-Year Anniversary Celebration! 🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate the 3-year anniversary of Operation:Tango! It has been an incredible journey, and we couldn't have done it without your support and enthusiasm for our game. As a token of our appreciation, we're excited to announce some special treats and events for you, our amazing community! From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of the Operation:Tango family. Your passion, feedback, and community have made this journey truly special. 💙 Thank You for Your Support! 🧡 🎮 Anniversary Sale: 55%
2024-04-16 14:53 UTC · Community Announcements · Clever Plays
Correction to the Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese translations for a module of the bomb at the end of mission 6. 修正了任务6结束时炸弹模块的简体中文和繁体中文翻译。 修正了任務6結束時炸彈模組的簡體中文和繁體中文翻譯。
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