From Press Release:
October 30th, 2025 — MicroProse and Not Knowing Corporation are thrilled to announce that Cleared Hot, the physics-fueled helicopter shooter with tactical flair (and a questionable regard for gravity), will launch into Steam Early Access on November 20, 2025.
Get ready to rain down chaos, sling debris, rescue (or accidentally drop) your squad, and pick up just about anything that isn’t bolted to the ground. Cleared Hot brings classic chopper combat into the modern era with fully physics-based gameplay, upgradable helicopters, and the most versatile rope-and-magnet system ever installed on military hardware.
Whether you’re airlifting tanks into battle, redirecting missiles midair, or playing catch with explosive barrels, one thing’s guaranteed – you’ll never fly the same mission twice.
Early Access Highlights
Physics-Driven Mayhem – Every crash, explosion, and sling-shot chicken obeys (some) laws of physics.
Upgradeable Helicopters – Customize your bird, tweak your loadout, and fly smarter (or louder).
Rope & Magnet Gameplay – Pick up vehicles, enemies, rocks, or whatever seems throwable at the time.
Tactical Squad Support – Deploy troops, capture territory, and try not to drop them from 200 feet.
Three Biomes, Infinite Trouble – Desert, Jungle, and Arctic arenas — each with its own hazards, enemies, and bad ideas.
Day & Night Operations – From blazing daylight to night-vision runs, the action never cools down.
About Early Access
The Early Access launch will feature a large portion of the single-player campaign, a full upgrade system, and plenty of toys to break. Player feedback will guide further content, tuning, and additional missions leading up to the full release.
About Cleared Hot
Cleared Hot is a nostalgic helicopter shooter that combines satisfying physics with light tactical elements. Shoot, dodge, deploy, and get creative in a world where just about everything can (and will) explode.
Wishlist now — and prepare for takeoff on November 20.
