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Xenonauts 2 is an exceptional tactics game, even with the nostalgia
Xenonauts 2 offers a deeply rewarding tactical experience, refining the classic X-COM formula with challenging strategic and tactical gameplay. Despite a steep learning curve, the game provides immense satisfaction through emergent stories and skillful play, making victories feel hard-earned. The game is available on PC and is playable on Steam Deck.
Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era will finally enter early access on April 30, 2026
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era will launch into Early Access on PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store on April 30, 2026, with a day-one PC Game Pass release. Developed by Unfrozen Studio with assistance from Hooded Horse and Ubisoft, this marks the first new Heroes game in over a decade. The game will feature multiple modes including a narrative campaign, skirmishes, and multiplayer, with an expected early access period of one year.
MENACE celebrates 250,000 copies sold with a new update
Hooded Horse and Overhype Studios announced that their sci-fi turn-based tactics game MENACE has surpassed 250,000 copies sold since its early access launch. A new update celebrates this milestone by adding new missions, rare loot, and the ability for infantry to cut through wire fences.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Release Date Revealed
Hooded Horse and Unfrozen have announced that Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era will launch into Early Access on April 30th for PC. The game will feature six factions, the first act of its campaign, and online multiplayer at launch, with plans to remain in Early Access for approximately one year.
Heroes, Arise – Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era launches into early access
Hooded Horse, Unfrozen Studio, and Ubisoft announced that Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era will launch into PC Early Access on April 30, 2026, via Steam and the Microsoft Store (Game Preview). The game will also be available day one on PC Game Pass. This marks the first new entry in the series in over a decade, featuring strategic empire building, turn-based tactical battles, and RPG mechanics.
The first new Heroes of Might and Magic strategy game in over 10 years will launch this month
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, the first new entry in the series in over a decade, will launch in PC early access on April 30th. Developed by Unfrozen and published by Hooded Horse under Ubisoft's oversight, the turn-based strategy RPG features procedurally generated maps, town management, and hero-led quests, with both singleplayer and multiplayer modes planned.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era set to finally release into early access later this month, arriving as the latest entry in the beloved 40-year-old RPG franchise
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era is set to launch into early access on PC on April 30, publisher Hooded Horse announced. The new entry in the 40-year-old RPG franchise will be available day one on PC Game Pass. The game features hand-crafted and procedurally generated maps, city building, and various game modes including multiplayer.
Old World - Empires of the Indus DLC available now
Hooded Horse and Mohawk Games have released the Empires of the Indus expansion for the historical 4X strategy game Old World. This DLC introduces South Asian factions, including the Mauryas, Yuezhi, and Tamilakam kingdoms, with unique mechanics and units. It is available on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.
All gods and bonuses in Nova Roma
Nova Roma utilizes religion to influence civilization's success, with temples dedicated to gods providing various boons. Players gain Favor by completing Divine Tasks and can offer it to unlock technologies and improve their civilization. Festivals in Large Temples also grant Favor.
XCOM meets Rashomon in Vaunted, a tactical RPG where your characters can rewrite history from their perspective
Vaunted is a sci-fi tactical RPG from Lost Lake Games, published by Hooded Horse, that blends turn-based strategy with real-time action. The game features a run-based format where player decisions and character deaths can rewrite history from different perspectives, with a roguelite system for unlocking upgrades. Led by James Phinney, the game is expected to launch later this year.
New report claims Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 studio fired translator to replace them with AI and "save finances"
A former translator for Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, alleges he was fired and replaced by AI to cut costs. The developer, who worked at the studio for over three years, expressed feelings of betrayal and highlighted the growing impact of AI on the games industry. This incident follows similar reports of studios experimenting with AI tools in their development processes.
Seek a glorious new destiny in Nova Roma - out now in early access
The Roman-themed city-building game Nova Roma is now available in early access for PC via Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and PC Game Pass. Developed by Lion Shield and published by Hooded Horse, the game allows players to build a new society, manage supply chains, and defend against enemies. The early access period will include further development based on player feedback.
Bullets, bravado, and brazen lies - Vaunted is the score of a lifetime
Hooded Horse announced Vaunted, a new sci-fi tactical RPG from Lost Lake Games, founded by industry veterans including James Phinney. The game features tactical combat blending turn-based planning with real-time action, squad management, and deep RPG mechanics. Vaunted is set to release on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and Microsoft Store, and will be available day one on PC Game Pass.
Fusing turn-based tactics and real-time action, Vaunted is a new strategy RPG from Starcraft creator James Phinney
Lost Lake Games and Hooded Horse have unveiled Vaunted, a new strategy RPG developed by James Phinney, known for his work on Starcraft. The game blends turn-based tactics with real-time action and follows three unreliable storytellers on a quest for riches.
Manor Lords publisher announces Vaunted, a new strategy game from ex-StarCraft devs inspired by a classic PS3 tactics…
Hooded Horse, the publisher of Manor Lords, has announced Vaunted, a new strategy game from Lost Lake Games, a studio founded by former StarCraft and Guild Wars developers. The game, revealed during an Xbox Partner Preview, draws inspiration from the Valkyria Chronicles series but adopts a space western theme.
Sci-fi tactical RPG Vaunted announced for PC
Publisher Hooded Horse and developer Lost Lake Games have announced Vaunted, a new sci-fi tactical RPG. The game is currently in development for PC. Lost Lake Games is comprised of industry veterans.
Island city-builder Nova Roma releases today, and I'd have drowned all my Romans already if it weren't for those pesky gods
Nova Roma, an early access city-builder from Lion Shield and Hooded Horse, has launched today. The game challenges players to manage resources, build infrastructure like aqueducts, and appease Roman gods who can trigger disasters. The article highlights the game's water simulation and the strategic balancing act required to manage divine demands alongside city growth.
Every Day We Fight Enters Game Preview With Tactical Combat And A Time Loop Twist
Every Day We Fight has entered Game Preview on PC and handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally, offering a blend of turn-based tactics, real-time exploration, and roguelite progression within a time loop narrative. Developed by Signal Space Lab and published by Hooded Horse, the game is not yet available on Xbox consoles. While still in development, the current build provides a promising foundation with a focus on learning through failure and gradual improvement.
If you think the citizens in city builders are grumpy and needy, try pleasing a bunch of jealous Roman gods
The city builder Nova Roma, entering early access on Steam, challenges players to build a new civilization in the Roman Empire's aftermath while appeasing demanding Roman gods. Players must manage resources and complete divine quests to earn favor and unlock new buildings, but failing to satisfy a god can lead to destructive divine intervention. The game offers a faster pace than typical city builders, with constant events keeping players engaged.
Nova Roma Early Access Preview - Rome wasn't launched into 1.0
Nova Roma, a city builder developed by Lion Shield and published by Hooded Horse, has launched into Early Access. The game allows players to oversee settlers establishing a new civilization inspired by the Roman Empire, focusing on building classic Roman structures, managing supply chains, and appeasing gods. Despite being in Early Access, the game presents a strong foundation with intuitive gameplay and a visually distinct art style, though some systems like the gods and combat feel underdeveloped.
