It all begins on an ordinary day when mysterious alien spacecraft suddenly fill the skies, casting eerie shadows over the nations of Earth. As chaos erupts and panic spreads among the global population, you and your fellow leaders must navigate a treacherous path to secure the survival of humanity. The fate of the world rests on your shoulders, and the decisions you make will shape the future of Earth.
Will you choose diplomacy and seek peaceful coexistence with these enigmatic beings from beyond the stars? Or will you lead your nation into a desperate and courageous defense against the alien invaders? The clock is ticking, and every decision you make will have far-reaching consequences. Forge alliances, mobilize your military, engage in high-stakes negotiations, and make choices that will determine the destiny of our planet.
Embark on a gripping journey where strategic thinking, political acumen, and the ability to handle unexpected challenges are the keys to success. The fate of humanity lies in the balance, and only the most resourceful and decisive leaders will guide their nations through this unprecedented encounter with beings from the skies. Are you ready to face the unknown and lead humanity in its last stand against the alien threat? Your people await your command.
What is “It came from… The Skies!!!”?
Welcome to “It came from… The Skies!!!”, a thrilling megagame where you take on the roles of Earth's leaders during a moment of unprecedented crisis. As the Head of State, Military Commander, Foreign Minister, and Chief Science Officer, you find yourselves facing an extraterrestrial threat that has descended upon the planet with an incomprehensible technological advantage.
Players will be dealing with international and domestic issues whilst juggling with the unknown ramifications of alien visitors from from the Stars. Meanwhile, another group of players take the role of the mysterious Aliens who have their own agendas on Earth.
It came from… The Skies!!! is a new, custom-made game for the Dukes of Highland. We’ve designed it from the ground up to allow us to bolt on new threats which drive the story. This version is our love letter to the popular game Watch the Skies (a version of which we ran back in 2022).