MicroProse announces it is the publisher for Afterconflict, an upcoming Cold War first-person shooter in the works at Afterconflict Development. This is described as "ruthlessly authentic," which is a bit of an exaggeration since it's set in the late stages of an alternate-history World War III. There's the chance to play a Windows tech demo right now on Steam, where the game is said to be "coming soon." Here's more:

MicroProse is proud to announce that it will publish Afterconflict, a brutally realistic Cold War-era tactical FPS set in an alternate late-stage World War III. Developed with military simulation purists in mind, Afterconflict puts players into the boots of NATO and Warsaw Pact soldiers locked in unforgiving battle across the scarred landscapes of a divided Europe.

As a first taste of the game’s meticulous realism, a new Tech Demo is now available on Steam. Players can try their hand at the game’s Firing Range — though mastering even basic shooting mechanics won’t come easy.

Every bullet counts, and every weapon demands respect, with authentic ballistics, damage modeling, reloading, and wear mechanics that leave no room for run-and-gun shortcuts. The advanced dynamic lighting will also dramatically affect visibility and performance.