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Here’s The Great New Tactics Game You Should Be Playing–And I Don’t Mean Fire Emblem Or Zero Company
Ex Sanguis is a highly recommended tactics game that builds upon the strengths of Othercide with a snappier roguelike gameplay loop and streamlined mechanics. While it may lack the deep narrative of its predecessor, its satisfying combat and rewarding progression make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Zero Company made an old Star Wars fan feel young again - Reader's Feature
A reader's feature praises Star Wars Zero Company for its surprisingly engaging storytelling, which reignited a childhood love for the franchise. The author found the narrative compelling, contrasting it with less impactful recent Star Wars media and games. The game's characters and voice acting are also highlighted as strengths.
Star Wars Zero Company Is Missing The Only Achievement I Wanted
The author expresses frustration with Star Wars Zero Company's lack of an achievement for completing the game without losing any squad members, especially when there is an achievement for losing one. Despite this personal disappointment, they praise the game and developer Bit Reactor, hoping for such an achievement in a potential sequel.
STAR WARS Zero Company Review | TheXboxHub
STAR WARS Zero Company offers a solid tactical RPG experience set during the Clone Wars, featuring deep squad customization and a unique bond system that differentiates it from XCOM. While the game's narrative and mechanics are engaging, performance issues and occasional bugs detract from the overall experience. Despite these technical drawbacks, it remains a worthwhile mission for Star Wars fans.
Why Star Wars Zero Company Keeps Pulling You Back In
Star Wars Zero Company has surprisingly found an audience, achieving the franchise's second-biggest launch on Steam despite performance issues and Electronic Arts' current focus away from single-player narrative titles. Developed by Bit Reactor, a studio comprised of former Firaxis employees, the game succeeds by not directly cloning XCOM 2, but by leveraging its core gameplay loop and strong Star Wars universe integration to create an addictive experience.
Strategically making Star Wars Zero Company, ft. Greg Foertsch
Bit Reactor CEO Greg Foertsch discusses the development of Star Wars Zero Company, his passion for in-game cameras, and inviting team members into the development process. The interview was recorded before news broke of significant layoffs at the studio.
Mardrömsmaskinen har slutat mala – nu är det spelhelg!
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, spanning a variety of genres and platforms. Titles mentioned include Metal Gear Solid 4, Secret of Mana, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Fallout 3, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and StarCraft 2, among others, reflecting diverse tastes in retro and modern gaming.
The Blood Of Dawnwalker launch day interview – ‘there's constant stress'
Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, co-director of The Witcher 3 and director of Rebel Wolves, discusses the launch of the new IP 'The Blood Of Dawnwalker'. He expresses a mix of excitement and stress about releasing a unique game with risky ideas, highlighting the challenges of creating new intellectual property in the current industry climate. Tomaszkiewicz also touches on the development process, positive preview feedback, and the team's focus on delivering the best possible experience.
Games Inbox: Has Sony lost the trust of PS5 gamers?
Readers express significant distrust in Sony Interactive Entertainment's stance on digital game ownership, with one reader vowing to boycott the PlayStation 6. Other discussions include praise for Star Wars Zero Company and Beast of Reincarnation, anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6's realism, and a retrospective on the inconsistent quality of Sonic games.
Okay, I wasn't expecting 'Rainbow Six XCOM' to be one of my favourite Gamescom demos
Despite a history of not enjoying the Rainbow Six series, the author was pleasantly surprised by a hands-off demo of Rainbow Six Tactics at Gamescom. The game effectively blends XCOM-style turn-based tactics with elements from Rainbow Six Siege, such as drone reconnaissance and destructible environments, making it one of the most anticipated games of the show.
Star Wars Zero Company Review – Built on Hope
Star Wars Zero Company successfully captures the XCOM feel while evolving its tactical turn-based formula. Despite some graphical issues on PlayStation 5 and a slow-starting story, the game offers satisfying combat mechanics, engaging character progression through Bonds, and a solid Star Wars atmosphere.
Turn-Based-Tactics Fans Are Suddenly Eating Very Well
The turn-based tactics genre is experiencing a resurgence with new releases like Star Wars Outlaws and Rainbow 6 Tactics, offering fans a welcome alternative to the long hiatus of the XCOM series. While Classified: France '44 was a recent example, the upcoming titles on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, along with Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, suggest a thriving future for the genre. The author hopes this trend will encourage Take-Two Interactive to greenlight an XCOM 3.
Zero Company Is The Rare Star Wars Game To Meaningfully Push A Genre Forward
Star Wars Zero Company is a tactical RPG that innovates on the XCOM formula by leveraging the Star Wars universe's rich character and power set diversity. Developed by Bit Reactor, the game features well-rounded characters and engaging turn-based combat, though some mission objectives can become repetitive over its 30-hour playtime.
Star Wars: Zero Company Cracks the Franchise’s All-Time Review Top Five
Star Wars: Zero Company has achieved an 86 score, placing it among the top five highest-rated Star Wars games of all time. Critics praise its XCOM-style tactics gameplay and deep RPG build-crafting, with some comparing its narrative favorably to Star Wars: Rogue One, though opinions on the story and characters are divided.
Star Wars Zero Company review - XCOM wins the Clone Wars
Star Wars Zero Company is a highly successful blend of turn-based strategy and engaging storytelling, developed by Bit Reactor and Respawn Entertainment. It offers a nuanced combat system and memorable characters, though its core mechanics are similar to XCOM and its strategic layer is simplified. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Games Inbox: What was the best game at Opening Night Live 2026?
Readers discuss their impressions of Opening Night Live 2026, with many highlighting The Witcher 3 Remastered as a surprise standout. Other topics include reactions to Gears of War: E-Day, sympathy for a Grand Theft Auto 6 leaker, and the potential impact of boycotts against Sony.
After playing Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake, I want to go back in time and make HoMM my entire personality
The Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake offers a compelling turn-based strategy experience, blending exploration and tactical hexagonal combat. Despite a challenging encounter with a necromancer and five ghost dragons, the game's straightforward systems and modernized presentation make it an engaging entry for both new and returning players.
Games are the most optimistic way I have found of looking at the world
The author reflects on how the video game Grow Home helped them overcome anxieties related to parenting by simulating safety and encouraging exploration. The game's 'Magic Beach' feature, where lost items reappear, is highlighted as a metaphor for how games provide a safe space to experiment and learn, ultimately fostering optimism through gratitude for these digital sanctuaries.
Star Wars Zero Company interview – ‘we finally brought this genre to new people'
Developers from Bit Reactor, including directors Greg Foertsch and James Brawley, discuss their upcoming turn-based strategy game Star Wars Zero Company. Having previously worked on the XCOM series at Firaxis Games, they aim to blend authentic Star Wars storytelling with deep tactical gameplay, making the genre more accessible to a wider audience. The interview also touches on design choices, narrative integration, and the challenges of adapting beloved IPs.
Star Wars: Zero Company Hands-on Preview - XClones
Star Wars: Zero Company, developed by Bit Reactor, a studio featuring many Firaxis veterans, offers a compelling turn-based tactical combat experience. The preview highlights changes to the action economy, a variety of customization options, and the advantage system, which combine to create engaging moment-to-moment gameplay reminiscent of XCOM and Marvel's Midnight Suns. While performance and some progression systems raise minor concerns, the game shows strong potential for fans of the genre.
