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Stellaris is finally adding an "impossible" feature: "even mentioning it would make programmers cry"
Paradox Interactive is releasing the Stellaris Nomads DLC on June 15, introducing nomadic empires that are not tied to planets. This fundamental gameplay shift allows players to manage their empire from a mobile Arkship, which serves as a colony, shipyard, and more. The DLC also includes new origins and will be accompanied by the Stellaris 4.4 'Pegasus' update.
Feudums Open Alpha: State of the Game news
Feudums, a persistent multiplayer 4X and grand strategy hybrid, has been actively developed with over 40 updates and 400 game sessions during its open alpha, largely shaped by player feedback. The game emphasizes long-form, asynchronous multiplayer where player-driven diplomacy, warfare, and territory control build a lasting legacy, with no pay-to-win mechanics and full moddability. Current development focuses on sieges, realm-wide war exhaustion, and player-to-player vassalage, with ongoing UI/UX improvements and a focus on enhancing the early game experience.
Stellaris is getting space nomads and scenarios for its 10th birthday
Paradox Interactive announced Season 10 for Stellaris, which will introduce space nomads, allowing players to control species without a homeworld using mobile arkships. The update also includes the Willpower expansion focused on Ideologies and new scenarios like a king-of-the-hill PvP mode and a roguelike ship journey. Game director Stephen Murray discussed the technical challenges and design inspirations behind these new features.
First impressions of Heroes of Might and Magic Olden Era’s early access build
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, developed by Unfrozen and published by Hooded Horse, is set to launch into early access on April 30th. The game aims to return to the beloved mechanics of earlier titles in the series, particularly Heroes of Might and Magic 3, and will be available on Steam, the Microsoft Store, and Game Pass without requiring the Ubisoft Connect launcher. The developers have emphasized that the game's development is independent of Ubisoft's financial situation.
Space Imperia 4X Multiplayer Closed Beta Signups Open Now on Steam
Breich Games LLC has opened signups for the multiplayer closed beta of Space Imperia 4X, a digital adaptation of the GMT Games board game. The beta will run from May 15 to May 25, 2026, and players can register via Steam. The studio aims to identify bugs, test the lobby system, and gather feedback on the multiplayer experience.
Stellaris is finally getting rid of unemployment, but not without some extensive testing first
Paradox Interactive is testing significant changes to Stellaris's job selection system in the upcoming 4.4 'Pegasus' update, aiming to eliminate unemployment and simplify core gameplay loops. Game director Stephen Muray detailed improvements to planet job assignment, including automated workforce limits and a new system where pops immediately fill fallback categories when unemployed. These changes are undergoing an extended open beta before their potential release in update 4.4.
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.
Stellaris is finally adding a major feature its director has wanted "for a long time"
Stellaris update 4.4, codenamed 'Pegasus,' will introduce a major diplomatic feature allowing players to join and leave ongoing wars. Game director Steven Muray stated this has been a long-desired addition, enabling more dynamic interstellar conflicts and alliances. The update is targeted for release after Stellaris 4.3.4 'Cetus'.
Coins and Cannons: the new DLC for Field of Glory: Kingdom, Burghers and Bombards, immerse players to the dawn of a new era made of wealth and gunpowder
The new DLC for Field of Glory: Kingdoms, titled 'Burghers and Bombards,' introduces an advanced economy with a focus on the Burgher class, guilds, and inflation. It also adds gunpowder mechanics, including bombards and handgunners, and two new campaigns: The Late Campaign and The Mega Campaign. The DLC is developed by AGEOD and published by The Slitherine Group and is available on PC.
Rise from Ruin is Age of Wonders 4's best DLC yet
The Rise from Ruin DLC for Age of Wonders 4 is considered its best expansion to date, introducing improved combat mechanics, more strategic spellcasting, and a compelling new culture. This expansion significantly enhances the overall gameplay experience.
Bite Sized Reviews: Astro Protocol
Astro Protocol is a new 4X strategy game from debut developer Null Vector Studios that offers a refreshing, shorter playtime of a few hours per session. Despite its small scope and focus on gameplay over graphics, the game provides depth with procedurally generated maps, randomized technologies, and multiple victory conditions, offering strong replayability for strategy fans with limited time.
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.
