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Everything Revealed At The 10th Anniversary Of Warhammer Skulls
The 10th anniversary Warhammer Skulls showcase revealed numerous game updates, world premieres, and new releases across the Warhammer universe. Highlights include new titles like Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch, along with updates for existing games such as Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. The event also coincided with the annual Warhammer Skulls: Festival of Video Games sale.
Warhammer Survivors is exactly what it sounds like
Warhammer Survivors offers a familiar yet fun experience for fans of the Survivors-like genre, blending elements from both the Age of Sigmar and Warhammer 40,000 universes. While heavily inspired by Vampire Survivors, it introduces unique mechanics like ally recruitment based on weapon loadouts and distinct status effects. The game is currently available as a demo, allowing players to experience its blend of familiar gameplay with a grimdark Warhammer aesthetic.
Warhammer Skulls 2026 – All The News and Updates for XBOX
The 10th anniversary Warhammer Skulls festival brought numerous game announcements, updates, and discounts for Xbox platforms. Highlights include new trailers and gameplay reveals for Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2, and Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster. Several titles received free updates or DLC, and many games are available through Xbox Game Pass and Free Play Days.
Demos and Freebies
Atre: Dominance Wars, a fantasy kingdom builder with god powers and turn-based tactical combat, is available on Steam for Windows. Players can build settlements, forge artifacts, and command armies with heroes.
Disciples: Domination Conquers a Store Shelf Near You!
Kalypso Media and Artefacts Studio have released the physical retail edition of their dark-fantasy strategy title, Disciples: Domination, for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. This boxed edition includes all content from the Deluxe Edition, featuring cosmetic items, weapon skins, a resource boost, digital compendium, and the original soundtrack. The game is also available digitally on PC platforms.
King of Tokyo Continues Japan’s Gaming Takeover
King of Tokyo, a digital adaptation of the popular tabletop game, has been released on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC for £24.99. Developed by Breakfirst and published by Microids, the game transforms Tokyo into a battleground where players control giant monsters fighting for dominance through dice rolls and card combos. The game features a ukiyo-e inspired visual style and includes solo play against AI and local multiplayer for up to six players.
Xbox hires analyst who said games were losing the attention battle with gambling, crypto and porn as chief strategy officer in another leadership revamp
Xbox has undergone another leadership revamp, with new gaming boss Asha Sharma hiring Matthew Ball as chief strategy officer. Ball, an analyst who previously stated games were losing the attention battle to gambling, crypto, and porn, is tasked with strengthening the console side of Xbox. Scott Van Vliet, with an AI background, has been hired as chief technology officer to improve product development.
Comings and Goings
Xbox has hired Matthew Ball, a veteran analyst, as its new chief strategy officer. The company also appointed an Amazon veteran to the role of chief technology officer, signaling a strategic shift in leadership.
Xbox Adds Two New Heavy Hitters to Its Leadership Team
Xbox has appointed Matthew Ball as Chief Strategy Officer and Scott Van Vliet as Chief Technology Officer to bolster its leadership team. Ball, formerly of Amazon Studios and CEO of Epyllion, brings extensive strategy and investment experience, while Van Vliet has a background with Microsoft products and gaming development. These appointments are part of ongoing leadership changes under CEO Asha Sharma.
Microsoft hired an analyst with an influential video game blog to fix Xbox
Microsoft has hired Matthew Ball, an analyst known for his influential video game blog, as the new chief strategy officer for Xbox. This move comes ahead of the initiative known as Project Helix, indicating a significant strategic shift for the gaming division.
Xbox announces hire of veteran analyst Matthew Ball as chief strategy officer, and AI and Amazon veteran as CTO
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has appointed industry analyst Matthew Ball as chief strategy officer and Amazon veteran Scott Van Vliet as chief technology officer as part of an ongoing management restructure. Ball, a recognized metaverse expert and longtime gamer, will report directly to Sharma, while Van Vliet will focus on improving the product development pipeline. Chris Schnakenberg was also promoted to corporate vice president of partnerships and business development.
Report: Xbox adds Matthew Ball and Scott Van Vliet to leadership team
Xbox has appointed game industry analyst Matthew Ball as chief strategy officer and Scott Van Vliet, formerly of Microsoft's Azure OpenAI, as chief technology officer to bolster its leadership team. These changes follow Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's recent appointments and directives to accelerate operations.
Frank Beddor’s Best-Selling Universe Returns with Strategic New Video Game Looking Glass Wars: House of Cards
Author Frank Beddor announced a new video game, The Looking Glass Wars: House of Cards, set to release on PC via Steam in summer 2026. This single-player strategic deck builder, inspired by tabletop games, features a quest-based progression system and a persistent campaign. The announcement coincides with the 20th anniversary of Beddor's best-selling trilogy and will be accompanied by a Kickstarter for an artbook.
The huge Test of Time update for Civilization VII is out now
The 'Test of Time' update for Civilization VII is now available, introducing significant new features such as continuous civilization play, a reworked Victories system, and the Triumphs system. This update also adds a new continent map, commerce screen, advisor council, and includes numerous balance changes, new audio, and a free leader, Alexander the Great. The update aims to improve the player experience and potentially address the game's current 'Mixed' rating on Steam.
Roguelite strategy deckbuilder auto-battler Sangokushi BOND launches this summer
The roguelite strategy deckbuilder auto-battler Sangokushi BOND, produced by former SEGA producer Yasuhiro Nishiyama, is set to launch this summer. Further details regarding its release are expected soon.
Rune Dice Is All About Chain Reactions And Smart Planning
Rune Dice, a fantasy roguelike strategy game developed by Smart Raven Studio and published by Kwalee Ltd, is now available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a unique mechanic where players launch magical dice, fuse matching rolls, and create chain reactions to defeat enemy waves. It offers eight different classes, tactical combat, and challenging boss battles, aiming for high replayability.
Coming Out in gaming this week — May 18, 2026
This week's gaming releases include a variety of genres across multiple platforms. New titles launching on May 18, 2026, include the casual simulation Thrifty Business and the strategy game Corsairs – Battle of the Caribbean. Other notable releases include Forza Horizon 6, Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core (Early Access), and Thick as Thieves, with many more games launching throughout the week.
Sea Walker Saga Early Access
Sea Walker Saga has launched into Early Access for Windows PC, developed by Antelus Games. The game features a steampunk setting in a flooded world and includes elements of strategy, RTS, RPG, simulation, and base-building.
Pharaoh's Legacy - Another fantastic C64 strategy game by WindigoProductions
WindigoProductions has released Pharaoh's Legacy, a new historical strategy game for the Commodore 64. Players assume the role of the Pharaoh, tasked with managing resources, building a pyramid, and leaving their mark on ancient relics to achieve immortality. The game follows up on the developer's previous title, Rise of Babylon.
STEEL ARTERY: TRAIN CITY BUILDER LAUNCHES ON STEAM
Steel Artery: Train City Builder, developed by SoulAge23 and published by Crytivo, has launched on Steam for PC. This city-building and management simulation places players in a steampunk fantasy world where they construct and manage an entire civilization built on a train, balancing the needs of various races and a dynamic economy.