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Northgard Battlegrounds Sounds the Horns of War with First Open Beta, Arriving July 9
Northgard Battlegrounds, a new auto-battler strategy game from Shiro Games and Funday Games, will hold its first open beta on Steam from July 9 to July 15. The game blends Northgard's settlement-building with tactical auto-battler combat, featuring distinct Viking clans and asynchronous PvP. It is set to launch in Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026.
After Almost Two Years in Development, Settler’s Domain Has a Release Date!
The strategy and settlement-building game Settler's Domain will be released on August 25, 2026, for PC via Steam. Developed solo by rick, the game features pixel graphics and strategic gameplay where players manage resources, explore, and contend with other settlements.
DAICE Preview: A Dice-Powered Sci-Fi Roguelite Launches July 16
DAICE, a sci-fi roguelite where players use dice rolls for strategic combat, is set to launch on July 16. A demo is currently available for players to try out the unique dice-powered gameplay mechanics.
MONOPOLY: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains – Character Abilities Breakdown
MONOPOLY: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, launching June 30 for Xbox Series X|S, features 28 iconic Star Wars characters, each with unique abilities that can be combined for strategic advantage. Senior Line Designer Lola Guilldou provides insights into character pairings for location acquisition, battles, board movement, and credit acquisition, emphasizing balanced gameplay and team strategy.
Tactichord: Glam Strategy – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Tactichord: Glam Strategy is a turn-based tactics game where players convert haters into fans using the power of rock music in 1990s America. The game features unique band member abilities, customizable performances with original music by Chris Laney, and dialogue choices that affect band relationships. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Idle Velmora - Free Online Browser Game
Idle Velmora is a free-to-play online browser strategy game that allows players to descend into a cursed kingdom. Players can engage in both active and idle gameplay, recruiting allies, upgrading their heroes, and battling epic bosses. The game features weekly updates, leaderboards, and limited-time events.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 29 to July 3
Xbox has announced a slate of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between June 29 and July 3. Titles include RV There Yet?, Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, EA SPORTS College Football 27, and many more indie and AA releases.
Railway Management Sim Rail Estate Approaches July 16th 2026 Release Date At Full Steam!
Holonautic announced that their railway management simulation game, Rail Estate, will be released on Steam on July 16th, 2026. The game will feature a single-player campaign, updated visuals, new gameplay elements, and Steam Deck support. Rail Estate combines strategy and management simulation elements, allowing players to compete against up to seven others to build the largest transportation business.
Total War: ATTILA Relaunching for macOS on July 2nd
Feral Interactive announced that Total War: ATTILA will relaunch for macOS on July 2nd with native Apple Silicon support and improved performance. The relaunch includes all eight DLCs and will be available on Steam, with a Mac App Store release planned for later in July. The game is set in the Western Roman Empire during the Migration Period and features strategic gameplay focused on survival and conquest.
Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation Next Month
Kalypso Media and Kite Games have announced that Sudden Strike 5: France: Road to Liberation, a new DLC for their World War II strategy sequel, will be released next month. The DLC will be available for both PC and console editions of the game.
Ratatan slides back to October with a delayed release date
Ratatan, a spiritual successor to Patapon, has been delayed from its July release to October 15th, 2026. The development team cited the need for additional time for bug fixing and polish to achieve maximum quality across all planned platforms, including PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Series X|S. Executive Producer Sakajiri Kazuto apologized for the inconvenience and expressed confidence in delivering a great game.
A time limited multi-challenges rougelike in the style of a haunted early 2000s educational software
Ba Bị, a time-limited roguelike inspired by haunted early 2000s educational software, is set to release on December 9, 2025, for PC and Linux. Players must pass Ba Bị's "test" of 9 minigames within 15 minutes to prove they are a "good child" and avoid punishment. The game features mechanics from subjects like Biology and Math, alongside classics like Minesweeper and Hangman.
Bellwright Review | TheXboxHub
Bellwright is an ambitious medieval life simulation and management game where players start from nothing and build a settlement, recruit villagers, and raise an army to rebel against those who framed them. While the game offers deep systems for survival, city building, and combat, it can feel rough around the edges with tricky menus and occasional graphical glitches. Despite its flaws, Bellwright provides a significant time investment for players seeking a comprehensive kingdom-building experience.
New Guild Wars card game “Mistbound” announced
ArenaNet and NC Corporation have announced Mistbound, a new collectible card game set in the Guild Wars universe for mobile and PC. The game features a dynamic 5x3 grid with directional movement for units and commanders, offering deep strategic gameplay inspired by Guild Wars 2's professions. Mistbound will be free-to-play with monetization hooks similar to other live service titles.
ShoreTiles Launches Too Late for Next Fest Demo
The demo for ShoreTiles, a tile-placement island builder developed by VOXEL Studios and published by Noovola Publishing, is now available on Steam until July 9th. The full game is scheduled for a Q3 2026 launch. The demo allows players to experience the core gameplay loop of building and defending their island settlement against sea creatures.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust Adds A New City To Save – Or Lose
The Breach of Trust expansion for Frostpunk 2 is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. This new scenario introduces the city of New Edinburgh, facing political instability and a looming volcanic disaster. The DLC adds new mechanics, laws, buildings, and a Vote of Trust system to challenge players' leadership.
Mandate Order Wants to Turn the City-Builder Into an Ancient War
Mandate Order is an upcoming ancient Chinese war city-builder from developer Digital Sky, set to launch in Q3 2026 on PC. The game challenges players to transform a small frontier settlement into a military stronghold by deeply integrating city-building mechanics with warfare, from resource management and logistics to conscription and battlefield formations.
5 best Commanders in MTG Marvel Super Heroes
This article ranks the top 5 Commanders in Magic: The Gathering Arena's Marvel Super Heroes set. It focuses on deckbuilding and strategic advantages offered by each commander.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Better Call Nisse - Mina somrar med XCOM
The author reflects on their personal summer experiences with the X-COM series, starting with the original X-COM: UFO Defense on PC and continuing with modern reboots like XCOM: Enemy Unknown and XCOM 2 on platforms including PC, Nintendo Switch, mobile, and tablet. The article highlights the strategic gameplay, the creation of memorable in-game characters like 'Nisse Svamparsel', and the nostalgic connection to summer vacations.
