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Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Review
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes is a tense strategy and survival game that challenges players to manage Cylon attacks, political crises, and ethical dilemmas. The game focuses on a constant struggle against overwhelming odds.
The Road to Success Begins on the Streets of The Guild – Europa 1410
Ashborne Games, developers of Last Train Home, have released a new developer diary for their upcoming game, The Guild - Europa 1410. The diary focuses on the four playable cities, detailing their unique districts, risks, and rewards, and how player actions will influence their evolution over time. The game emphasizes strategic city management and competition with rivals in a medieval setting.
NAMAKORIUM hits full release this month
Developer Polyscape announced that their cooperative strategy game NAMAKORIUM will leave early access and launch on PC on May 19th. The game tasks players with cleaning up polluted oceans by commanding sea cucumbers called Namakos, gathering resources, and constructing buildings. NAMAKORIUM supports up to four players and features unique Namako types with special abilities, over 40 scenic creatures to discover, and the threat of corrupted Blight Namako.
Coming Out in gaming this week — May 11, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of May 11, 2026, across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Highlights include the cozy life-sim Outbound, the survival horror farming sim Besmirch, and the strategy RTS Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes. Other notable releases include Directive 8020, Clockwork Ambrosia, Call of the Elder Gods, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, RoadOut, Subnautica 2, and the Soldner-X Complete Collection.
How Video Games Improve Strategy, Creativity, and Problem Solving
Video games enhance cognitive skills such as strategic thinking, problem-solving, and creativity by challenging players to make decisions, adapt to pressure, and learn through experience. Games like Minecraft, Valorant, and Civilization VI require players to plan ahead, manage resources, and test solutions, thereby strengthening critical thinking and adaptability. Multiplayer games further foster teamwork, communication, and coordination, contributing to overall cognitive development when played in moderation.
Anticipated supercannon sim PVKK delayed until 2027, but for the kind of reason you want to hear
The supercannon simulation game PVKK has been delayed until 2027 by developer Bippinbits. Game director René Habermann stated the delay is to allow for further improvements and to implement new ideas that have emerged during development. The studio has also expanded its team significantly to support the game's increased scope.
Sinister war sim PVKK is delayed to 2027, because its dev has too many ideas to make it better
The war simulation game PVKK has been delayed to 2027 by developer bippinbits. The delay is attributed to the team's abundance of new ideas to improve the game, as well as to avoid launching alongside Grand Theft Auto 6. PVKK is a tactile, retro-futurist simulation where players operate a giant planetary defense cannon from a bunker.
Glory On Pluto Announced
Yogscast Games and solo developer LittleBigEars have announced Glory On Pluto, an upcoming PC roguelite strategy game. The game simulates spaceflight using what is described as 'the least realistic engine simulator'.
Black Flower Demo launches on May 7, 2026
Triomatica Games announced that the demo for their strategic roguelike game, Black Flower, will be available on May 7, 2026. The demo will feature core gameplay mechanics including dynamic weather, resource management, and player choice-driven outcomes. It will be available on Steam for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive
Urban Games has announced that Transport Fever 3 will be published by Paradox Interactive and is slated for release this year on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The partnership will allow Urban Games to enhance the game's development with additional support and expertise, while retaining full ownership of the intellectual property and creative direction.
Sid Meier’s Civilization 7 announces Test of Time update
2K has announced a free update for Sid Meier's Civilization 7 titled "Test of Time," launching May 19. This update introduces the ability for players to stick with a single civilization throughout an entire campaign, alongside reworked Victory systems and new Triumphs. The update also includes a new continent map, commerce screen, advisor council, and numerous balance changes.
Big City Life: Where Your Legacy Starts in The Guild – Europa 1410
The Guild - Europa 1410 will allow players to build a legacy and shape the future of four distinct medieval cities: Wroclaw, Nuremberg, Graz, and Kuttenberg. Players can influence the city through business, politics, lawmaking, and construction. A new trailer showcases the game's cities and environments.
Combine the Powers of Zeus and Hades in the New God-Sim Rogue-like Pandora’s Toybox: demo out now!
Indie developer BetaLab and publisher 2P Games have released a Steam demo for their upcoming god-sim rogue-like, Pandora's Toybox. The game challenges players to ascend to godhood as Epimetheus, blending city-building with divine strategy. The demo allows players to experience the core mechanics, including assembling a Divine Council and managing a growing civilization.
Fanatical's Legendary Bundle makes Frostpunk 2, The Alters, and Chernobylite 2 cheaper than ever
Fanatical is offering a "Build Your Own Legendary Bundle" deal, significantly reducing the prices of games like Frostpunk 2, The Alters, and Chernobylite. Individual games can be purchased for as low as $11.50 when buying multiple titles, with other notable games like Killing Floor 3, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, and Remnant 2 also available.
Blue Dynasty – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Blue Dynasty is a medieval ARPG/Strategy game that incorporates Tower Defense and Hack and Slash genres with Roguelike mechanics. Players will upgrade equipment, conquer a dynasty map, and clear dungeons. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Unique deck-builder Moonsigil Atlas arrives May 28 - No energy, no mana, just space
The deck-building roguelite Moonsigil Atlas is set to release on May 28th, featuring a unique gameplay system without energy or mana, focusing instead on spatial placement of cards on a grid. Players can cast as many cards as they fit, with positioning and card upgrades playing a crucial role in combat. The game will launch with over 250 cards, three distinct characters, and a randomized map for replayability, and a refreshed demo is currently available.
All achievements in Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era and how to complete them
This guide details how to complete all 22 achievements in Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era. It provides specific requirements and steps for each achievement, covering campaign progression, recruitment, and unique in-game challenges.
World War: Machines Conquest celebrates their 4th Global Celebration with festive gifts, cosmetics, and Alliance Raids
Joycity is celebrating the 4th Global Celebration for World War: Machines Conquest with in-game gifts, new cosmetics, and the return of Alliance Raids. The event introduces a new 5 Star Legendary Command Tank and Aircraft Boxes, along with special buffs from Firework base effects. The game is available for free-to-play on iOS and Android.
What we've been playing - "Meanwhile, Lara Croft and Breaking Bad's Walter White have just had their first child"
Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, highlighting titles like the visually striking cyberpunk game Replaced, the co-op party game Heave Ho 2, and the MMORPG Old School RuneScape. Other games mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Elden Ring, Pokémon Leaf Green, and Deadlock.
20 upcoming video games I’m more interested in than GTA 6 - Reader's Feature
A reader explains their lack of interest in Grand Theft Auto 6, detailing 20 upcoming games they are more excited about. The list includes titles like Forza Horizon 6, Marvel's Wolverine, and Fable, spanning various genres and platforms.
