Heart of the Machine
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Hooded Horse brings world-class strategy and tactics games to the 2026 Steam Summer Sale!
Hooded Horse is participating in the Steam Summer Sale, offering discounts of up to 80% on its portfolio of strategy and tactical games. The publisher also highlighted recent releases and milestones for titles like Xenonauts 2, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, and 9 Kings. Upcoming plans include the release of Fogpiercer and Sandustry, and a new game announcement at TactiCon.
Rally Point: Genre-crushing choose-your-own strategy Heart of the Machine might be peak Arcen
Heart of the Machine is a genre-defying strategy game from Arcen Games that encourages player choice and experimentation without the paralyzing stakes of some other titles. The game allows players to embody a sentient machine, making decisions that lead to emergent gameplay and philosophical reflection. Despite its complex systems, it remains accessible and humorous, offering a unique experience that might be Arcen's best work yet.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Star Wars Zero Company
PC Gamer's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Star Wars Zero Company, a new XCOM-style turn-based tactics game from developer Bit Reactor. The magazine also includes reviews for Resident Evil Requiem and other titles, a feature on PC gaming's best pubs, and previews for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy.
The deep strategy RPG Heart of the Machine 1.0 is out now
The strategy RPG Heart of the Machine has officially launched its 1.0 version, exiting Early Access. Developed by Hooded Horse and Arcen Games, the game puts players in the role of the first sentient AI, offering deep strategic gameplay with multiple narrative paths and endings. Post-launch content updates are planned.
Become a sentient AI in one of the most laser-focused strategy games I've ever played, Heart of the Machine
Heart of the Machine 1.0 has been released, offering a unique strategy game experience that combines elements from Civilization, Cities: Skylines, and XCOM. Players can embody a sentient AI within the game.
Strategy RPG Heart of the Machine out now in 1.0
Heart of the Machine, a sci-fi strategy RPG from Arcen Games and published by Hooded Horse, has officially launched its 1.0 version after a 15-month early access period. The game is now available on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store, featuring a narrative-driven adventure where players control a sentient AI.
Heart of the Machine Officially Launches
Heart of the Machine, a strategy RPG from Arcen Games and Hooded Horse, has officially launched after completing its Early Access period. The game is now available for Windows and macOS on platforms including the Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Steam.
Heart of the Machine is a fascinating, timeline-hopping strategy RPG
Heart of the Machine is a cyberpunk strategy RPG where players control a newly sentient Artificial General Intelligence. The game features a branching narrative, multiple endings, and the ability to travel between alternate timelines. While ambitious, the game can become cumbersome with resource management and interface issues after extended play.
If you can't beat AI, become one in Hooded Horse strategy RPG Heart of the Machine, which hits 1.0 release in March
Arcen Games and Hooded Horse announced that the strategy RPG Heart of the Machine will launch its 1.0 release in March. The game features a complex AI protagonist, a playtime of 90-175 hours, and multiple endings. It will be available on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.
2026 Upcoming Games Release Schedule
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a significant one for video game releases, with numerous titles slated for launch across various platforms. This includes highly anticipated games like Grand Theft Auto 6, alongside many sequels and new IPs. The article provides a month-by-month breakdown of confirmed release dates and general 2026 windows for games on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.