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Black Friday Warhammer deals 2026 are storming onto the scene, here are the best early discounts
Early Black Friday deals for Warhammer products are already appearing, offering discounts on miniatures, army sets, and rulebooks. While Games Workshop typically does not participate in sales, retailers like Amazon and Miniature Market are expected to offer significant savings on Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, and other game systems leading up to and during the Black Friday period.
A Big Autumn Warhammer Preview show is on the way, here's what to expect
Games Workshop is hosting a Big Autumn Warhammer Preview show on Friday, September 18th, teasing reveals for Warhammer 40,000, Kill Team, Necromunda, The Old World, Warhammer Age of Sigmar, and Horus Heresy. Potential reveals include a comeback for the Legion of the Damned, new Custodes Terminators, and a new duardin faction for Age of Sigmar.
Everything revealed at the Big Summer Warhammer Preview 2026
Games Workshop held its Big Summer Warhammer Preview 2026, revealing new content across its various tabletop games. The event showcased upcoming releases for Warhammer 40,000, a new army for Age of Sigmar, a fresh Kill Team box set, and updates for The Old World, Horus Heresy, Legions Imperialis, Necromunda, and Blood Bowl.
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.
"The best game ever": Old World designer dreams of making a sequel to Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri that "renews the mechanics"
Daniels Umanovskis, a designer on Mohawk Games' Old World, expressed a strong desire to create a sequel to Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri, calling it "the best game ever." He believes a modern take on the game could renew its mechanics while maintaining its high-quality narrative and atmosphere. Soren Johnson, another designer at Mohawk, also commented on the challenges of designing modern 4X games without a clear 'empty map' starting point, often leading to sci-fi settings.
Set sail for pirate-themed city-builder Corsair Cove
Hooded Horse and Limbic Entertainment have announced Corsair Cove, an upcoming pirate-themed city-builder. Players will manage complex production chains, build a pirate fortress on limited space, and equip ships to explore and defend against the Crown. The game is set to release on PC on April 17, 2026, and will be available on PC Game Pass day one.
As the new Galactic Civilization 4 DLC rolls out, you can the game at under $3 in the latest Humble Bundle
A new Humble Bundle offers Galactic Civilizations 4 at a significantly reduced price, coinciding with the release of new DLC. The bundle includes the base game and several other strategy titles. Galactic Civilizations 4 is a 4X grand strategy game that has been continuously expanded with DLC since its launch, with further content planned through 2027.
Aether & Iron Original Soundtrack Out Now, Featuring Music by Grammy-Winning Composer Christopher Tin and Alex Williamson
Seismic Squirrel has released the original soundtrack for their game Aether & Iron, featuring music by Grammy-winning composer Christopher Tin and Grammy nominee Alex Williamson. The soundtrack, available on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Steam, blends jazz and orchestral composition to complement the game's decopunk setting. The Steam version includes exclusive bonus tracks and lossless audio.
Grab some great strategy games in the Strategy Minds Collection Humble Bundle
The Strategy Minds Collection Humble Bundle is now available, offering a selection of strategy games at a discounted price. The bundle includes titles such as Terminator: Dark Fate - Defiance, The Last Spell, Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Edition, and Valkyria Chronicles 4 Complete Edition, with many being Steam Deck verified or playable.
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.
Soren Johnson on keeping his game studio small: 'You get better games if you take longer to make games'
Soren Johnson, co-founder of Mohawk Games, discusses the studio's strategy of remaining small to produce higher quality games over longer development cycles. Mohawk Games, known for 'Old World' and 'Offworld Trading Company,' is releasing new DLC for 'Old World' and plans to continue focusing on niche titles.
Some top games under £5 in the Steam Spring Sale 2026
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 features numerous games priced under £5, offering budget-friendly options for players. The list includes titles like The Long Dark, Grim Dawn, Bloons TD 6, Control Ultimate Edition, Dying Light, Black Mesa, Prey, Old World, CARRION, Mad Max, Into the Breach, and Children of Morta. Many of these games are also compatible with Linux via native builds or Proton.
Steam Spring Sale 2026 is live - here's some indie gems to pick up
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 is now live, featuring discounts on numerous titles. This article highlights several indie games, including Old World, Cassette Beasts, Chained Echoes, Dome Keeper, The Wandering Village, Opus Magnum, Megabonk, and Cleared Hot, with their respective sale prices and brief descriptions. The sale concludes on March 26th.
Elemental: Reforged Launches Today, Combining Three Classic 4X Games
Stardock Entertainment has launched Elemental: Reforged, a remastered version combining elements from three previous 4X strategy RPGs in the Elemental franchise. The game features three campaigns, a dynasty system, deep crafting, and individual character stats, aiming to fulfill the original vision after a decade of development and previous iterations. This release comes as the 4X genre sees renewed interest in niche and RPG-hybrid approaches.
32 Best Strategy Games To Play Over And Over Again In 2026
This guide highlights 32 of the best strategy games available to play, spanning various subgenres like city-builders, real-time strategy, and turn-based tactics. The list includes both classic titles and modern releases, emphasizing games that require critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Many of the featured games are playable on PC and consoles, offering diverse gameplay experiences.
Old World Gets Ancient Indus Valley DLC This March
The strategy game Old World will receive its next expansion, 'Empires of the Indus,' on March 30. This DLC focuses on the historically underrepresented Indus Valley civilization, featuring elements like urban planning and ancient politics. Hooded Horse is publishing the expansion, which aims to provide meaningful content for strategy game enthusiasts.
The great 4x strategy game Old World is getting a big India-themed DLC
The 4X strategy game Old World is releasing a new DLC titled Empires of the Indus on March 30th, focusing on the Indian subcontinent. This expansion introduces new factions like the Mauryas, Yuezhi, and Tamilakam kingdoms, along with new religions, wonders, maps, and over 200 events. The DLC also features native Linux support.
Marathon Drops Big News, Plus More Gaming Updates
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is set to launch on March 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring familiar gunplay from Halo and Destiny. Recent news also includes leaks about Starfield's potential PS5 release, Grand Theft Auto 6 appearing in PlayStation's database, and Resident Evil Requiem topping Metacritic user scores. Additionally, the Pokémon anime has yet to adapt the Red vs. Gold battle, and the 4X strategy game Old World is receiving a new DLC.
Old World Empires of the Indus DLC launches on March 30th
Mohawk Games announced that the Old World - Empires of the Indus DLC will be released on March 30th. This expansion introduces three new playable nations: The Mauryas, The Yuezhi, and Tamilakam, along with a new tribe, two new religions (Hinduism and Buddhism), and four new wonders. The DLC also adds a Jungle vegetation type and numerous new events, ambitions, and rare resources.
Hooded Horse's terrific 4X strategy game Old World is getting another big DLC expansion set in south Asia
Hooded Horse and Mohawk Games have announced Empires of the Indus, a new DLC expansion for their 4X strategy game Old World. The expansion focuses on south Asian civilizations, introducing new factions like the Mauryas and Yuezhi, new mechanics, events, and wonders. Empires of the Indus is set to release on March 30th for PC.
