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Star Wars Zero Company: How Some of the Greatest Minds in Tactics Games are Pushing the Genre, Again
Star Wars Zero Company, the debut title from Bit Reactor, a studio founded by former Firaxis developers, is a turn-based tactics game set during the Clone Wars. Players will lead a company of mercenaries, customizing their protagonist Hawks and recruiting a diverse roster of characters. The game blends RPG storytelling with XCOM-style tactical combat, featuring a deep bond system between characters and a specialization system for combat roles.
The Summer Game Fest showcase proves that PC is still the place to be
The Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase strongly emphasized PC as the primary platform for upcoming games, with most titles confirmed for PC release. Several new games, including Final Fantasy 7: Revelation, Last Harbor, and Chronicles: Medieval, were highlighted as PC exclusives or having strong PC presence. The article argues that PC remains the best platform for accessing new releases, demos, and modding capabilities, reinforcing its central role in the gaming industry despite shifts in console strategies.
Star Wars Zero Company confirmed for August release as former XCOM devs debut action-packed gameplay trailer
Star Wars Zero Company, a new strategy game from XCOM veterans at Bit Reactor, will launch on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game features turn-based tactical gameplay set during the Clone Wars, with players controlling a mercenary outfit called Zero Company.
Summer Game Fest 2026 everything announced for pc so far – and a few rumours thrown in for good measure
Summer Game Fest 2026 is set to feature numerous game announcements, with a focus on PC titles. Confirmed reveals include gameplay for Star Wars: Zero Company, a new trailer for Maverick Games' Clutch, and an update for Among Us. Rumors suggest potential announcements for Guild Wars 3, an expansion for The Witcher 3, and Persona 6.
Hands On: Civ 7's Big Free PS5 Update Feels Like a Soft Relaunch
Firaxis has released a major free update for Civilization 7, titled 'Test of Time,' which aims to address player feedback and effectively relaunch the game. Key changes include removing era-locked civilizations, introducing an optional 'Triumphs' system to replace Legacy Paths, and revamping victory conditions for a more decisive endgame. The update also brings quality-of-life improvements and adds Alexander the Great as a free leader.
Civ 7's massive overhaul update brings its highest Steam player count in over a year
Firaxis Games has released the 'Test of Time' update for Civilization 7, an expansion-sized overhaul that includes new features and reworks existing systems. The update has led to a significant increase in concurrent players on Steam, reaching its highest count in over a year, though player reception remains mixed regarding the extent of the improvements and ongoing issues like UI complaints and DLC pricing.
The Problems with Piecemeal DLC
This article discusses the challenges of integrating downloadable content (DLC) into games, using Phoenix Point and its fan mod Terror From the Void as a primary example. It explores how piecemeal DLC can disrupt game balance and player experience, contrasting focused expansions with segmented content packs. The Terror From the Void mod is highlighted for successfully rebalancing and integrating all DLC from the start, offering a more cohesive experience.
The long awaited Civilization 7 Test of Time update is here, bringing a huge suite of changes with it
Firaxis Games has released the highly anticipated Test of Time update for Civilization 7. This major update introduces the ability for players to guide any civilization outside of its historical Apex Age, a feature long requested by the community. The update also revamps Legacy Paths into Triumphs and overhauls the Victory conditions with new scoring systems.
Civilization 7 Is A Completely Different Game Following The Test Of Time Update
Firaxis Games and 2K have released the 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, significantly altering core gameplay mechanics. The update reintroduces persistent civilizations across ages, revamps the victory condition system with 'Triumphs,' and adds new content like Alexander the Great. This update aims to address community feedback and enhance the game's appeal across PC and consoles.
"There are people who couldn't believe what we had done": How Civilization 7's devs worked with players to get its huge Test of Time overhaul right
Firaxis has overhauled Sid Meier's Civilization 7 with the 'Test of Time' update, addressing player feedback regarding campaign structure and agency. The update reintroduces playing as a single Civilization throughout a campaign and replaces legacy paths with optional 'triumphs' for victory conditions. Developers Ed Beach and Gavin Schembari discuss the iterative process of working with the community to find the right balance of player freedom and game design.
What happened when one game writer tried making a game in 30 days with Godot
A game writer details their 30-day journey creating a game using the Godot engine, aiming to assess its approachability for solo developers. Despite encountering common development hurdles and bugs, the author found Godot to be a more accessible tool compared to larger engines, ultimately fostering a sense of accomplishment for a solo creator.
Civilization 7 Is A Completely Different Game Following The Test Of Time Update
Firaxis Games and 2K have released the 'Test of Time' update for Sid Meier's Civilization VII, significantly reworking core gameplay mechanics. The update reintroduces the concept of 'Time-Tested Civs' that persist through age transitions, replaces the Legacy Path system with a new Triumphs system across six attributes, and decouples victory conditions from Triumphs, allowing for earlier pursuit. The update is available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and for mobile via Apple Arcade.
Civilization 7's imminent update will add one of history's most famous conquerors for free, in Firaxis' latest bid to coax you back to its controversial sequel
Civilization 7 is receiving a free update on Monday that adds Alexander the Great as a playable leader, focusing on military strength and city renaming. This update aims to address player feedback regarding controversial systems like the age transition, though the game's 'Mixed' Steam rating persists despite commercial success.
Report: WWE 2K26 dev Visual Concepts is laying off staff
WWE 2K26 developer Visual Concepts is reportedly laying off staff, with at least seven employees posting about their departures on LinkedIn. This marks the third round of job cuts at the studio in three years, following similar incidents in September 2023 and August 2024. Layoffs have also affected other 2K subsidiaries, including Cat Daddy Games, Firaxis Games, and 31st Union, in recent months.
Civilization 7's grand rework sets new victory goals, and it's giving you Alexander the Great for free to help
Civilization 7 is receiving a major overhaul with the 'Test of Time' update, introducing new victory conditions and challenges called Triumphs. The update also adds Alexander the Great as a free playable leader, who is designed to excel in warfare and conquest. This significant rework aims to revitalize the 4X game by overhauling core systems and providing more dynamic paths to victory.
20 years later, the world deserves another Sid Meier's Railroads!
This article revisits the 2006 business simulation game Sid Meier's Railroads!, arguing that it deserves a modern remake. The author praises the game's blend of railroad management and competitive commerce, highlighting its unique mechanics of annexing industries, stock manipulation, and hostile takeovers. Despite its initial commercial failure and some lingering bugs, the game is lauded for its depth and potential for engaging multiplayer experiences.
New Star Wars game from XCOM veterans gets an age rating ahead of Summer Games Fest and we're sure you know the…
The upcoming strategy game Star Wars Zero Company, developed by former Firaxis Games veterans at Bit Reactor, has received an age rating in Korea. This suggests an official release date announcement is imminent, potentially around the Summer Games Fest. The game is set during the Clone Wars era.
Civilization 7's "Time-Tested" civs created a new balance problem, but Firaxis found the ideal solution
Firaxis Games Design Lead Matt Owens details the 'Test of Time' update for Civilization 7, which allows players to keep a single civilization throughout the entire game timeline. This update addresses balance issues by introducing new mechanics like 'Time-Tested Ages' and the 'Syncretism' tool, enabling factions to adapt and remain competitive outside their 'Apex Age'.
Rally Point: What's it like to be in charge of the Xenonauts? Um. Two?
The director of Xenonauts 2 discusses the game's design, which aims for a more granular and simulationist approach to turn-based tactical combat compared to Firaxis's XCOM series. Key features include a detailed Time Unit system for actions, dynamic mission objectives, and a focus on individual soldier development rather than rigid classes. Despite some criticisms regarding streamlining and narrative elements, the game is seen as an entertaining success in the niche genre.
Civilization 7's huge 'Test of Time' update arrives this month, and it's full of deep changes to the divisive 4X game
Civilization 7 is receiving a major 'Test of Time' update on May 19th, which aims to address community feedback and refine the game's divisive design decisions. The update introduces new mechanics like Syncretism for civ upgrades, overhauls victory conditions, and replaces Legacy Paths with Triumphs. It also includes additional free content such as a new map, narrative events, and a leader.
