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Masters of Albion Early Access Preview - Big hand, big plans
Masters of Albion, developed by Peter Molyneux's studio 22cans, enters Early Access as a blend of RPG, real-time strategy, and tower defense with a "God Game" twist. Players wield a giant hand to build towns, manage resources, and defend against nightly undead attacks, with the unique ability to possess heroes for direct third-person RPG gameplay. The game aims for a year in Early Access, incorporating player feedback for refinement.
Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Launching May 11
The story-rich tactical roguelite Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, developed by Alt Shift and published by Dotemu, is set to launch for PC via Steam and GOG on May 11. Players will take on leadership of a survival fleet during the Fall of the Twelve Colonies, engaging in real-time space battles and procedural narrative design.
Age of Empires 2: The Age of Kings retrospective – The millennial medieval masterwork proves that there's…
This retrospective on Age of Empires 2 highlights its accessible design and enduring appeal within the real-time strategy genre. Despite its age, the game's straightforward mechanics, focus on historical detail, and blend of strategic combat with city-building elements make it a timeless classic. The article also touches on its impactful soundtrack and the nuanced portrayal of conflict and environmental consequences.
MEDIX – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
MEDIX is a minimalistic real-time strategy game where players command medical units to save lives during an army's retreat. The game features a hand-drawn, story-driven campaign that tests speed, wits, and endurance, balancing resource management with moral choices. An open beta is currently available for players to experience the medic simulation.
Gold Gold Adventure Gold Goes Golden!
CanCanCanAMan announced that Gold Gold Adventure Gold will officially launch on May 15th, exiting Early Access after nine months of updates. The real-time strategy game, which began as a passion project inspired by classics like Populous and Majesty, has received numerous content updates including new characters, gameplay mechanics, and community-driven features. The full release will include a major boss fight, a new pet god beast, and a secret special mission.
SUNSOFT announces HARD EDGE real-time tactical card battler remake Hard Edge: War Zone for PC
SUNSOFT has announced Hard Edge: War Zone, a remake of their real-time tactical card battler Hard Edge. The new version will be a four-versus-four title and is set to release on PC.
Chaos W Surpasses 960,000 Pre
Chaos W, an MMORPG based on the Chaos Online IP, has surpassed 960,000 pre-registrations ahead of its April 29 release. Co-published by Valofe and Nexus, the game will be available on PC and mobile platforms, supporting multiple languages and featuring extensive customization, pet battles, and guild systems. Pre-launch events and a streamer campaign are ongoing to build community engagement.
Free Play Days – MLB The Show 26, Anno 117: Pax Romana, The Survivalists and Age of Mythology: Retold
Xbox is offering Free Play Days for several titles including MLB The Show 26, Anno 117: Pax Romana, and The Survivalists for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members until April 26. Age of Mythology: Retold is available for all Xbox players during the same period. Players can download and play these games and purchase them at a limited-time discount to keep progress and achievements.
Return to the Frontlines: Sudden Strike 5 is Out Now!
Kalypso Media and Kite Games have launched Sudden Strike 5, a real-time strategy game set in World War II, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game features larger battlefields, sandbox gameplay, and over 300 authentic units across a 25-mission campaign. A 10% launch discount is available for a limited time on digital storefronts.
'ANNIHILATE THE SPANCE' FIRST MAJOR UPDATE OUT NOW!
Skyglow Softworks has released the first major update, Version 0.91, for their RTS base builder Annihilate the Spance. This update includes a significant Unity Engine overhaul for improved performance, revamped campaigns, new factions, extensive modding support, and numerous other enhancements and bug fixes.
Hearts of Iron IV: Peace For Our Time Breaks Out
The 'Peace For Our Time' Focus Pack is now available for the World War II real-time strategy game Hearts of Iron IV. This new content, developed in collaboration with modders, adds new focus trees for Czechoslovakia.
Dawn of War IV Reveals the Adeptus Mechanicus in New CGI Trailer
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV through a new CGI trailer. This marks the faction's debut in the series and follows a previous reveal trailer. The game is a sci-fi RTS featuring four factions, multiple campaigns, and returning multiplayer modes, scheduled for a PC launch in 2026.
Dawn of War IV Reveals the Adeptus Mechanicus in New CGI Trailer
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV through a new CGI trailer. This marks the faction's debut in the series and follows a previous reveal trailer. The game is a sci-fi RTS featuring four factions, multiple campaigns, and returning multiplayer modes, scheduled for a PC launch in 2026.
Age of Mythology: Retold - Obsidian Mirror Available Now and Update 19.10195 - Age of Empires - World's
Age of Mythology: Retold has released its final Expansion Pass DLC, Obsidian Mirror, introducing the Aztec Pantheon with three new Major Gods and a 12-mission campaign. The update also includes various gameplay and balance adjustments, quality-of-life improvements, new maps, and editor enhancements. Obsidian Mirror is available on Steam, Microsoft Store, Xbox, and PlayStation 5.
New Dawn of War 4 Adeptus Mechanicus Trailer
A new CGI trailer for the upcoming real-time strategy game Dawn of War 4 has been released, showcasing the Adeptus Mechanicus faction. The depiction of Necrons in the trailer has ignited a debate within the Warhammer 40,000 community.
Dawn of War IV reveals new cinematic trailer feature Adeptus Mechanicus awaking the Necrons
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, marking their debut in the series. A new cinematic trailer showcases the Adeptus Mechanicus awakening Necrons in a tomb, with units like Sicarian Ruststalkers and potential Necron Immortals and Lychguards featured.
Dawn of War 4's new trailer makes the Adeptus Mechanicus even cooler than they already were
A new trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 showcases the Adeptus Mechanicus faction, highlighting their pursuit of technology and the challenges they face. The trailer reveals the awakening of an ancient Necron burial site, complicating the Blood Ravens' efforts against greenskins. The game promises a return to the series' roots with a branching campaign and various game modes.
Survive the Middle Ages as a city-state in a hybrid real-time strategy game
Reverie World Studios and indie.io have released City States: Medieval on Steam, a hybrid real-time strategy game where players manage a medieval city-state. The game focuses on trade, diplomacy, and warfare, allowing players to experience life in cities like Genoa, Granada, and Novgorod during the 12th century. It features detailed city management, heroic leaders, and tactical combat mechanics.
DAWN OF WAR IV: THE ADEPTUS MECHANICUS EMERGES IN NEW CGI REVEAL
Deep Silver and KING Art Games revealed the Adeptus Mechanicus as a new playable faction in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV with a CGI trailer. This is the second of four faction reveals for the upcoming real-time strategy game, set to release in 2026 for PC. The trailer showcases the Adeptus Mechanicus' pursuit of ancient technology and their conflict with Necron forces.
MEDIX launches first Public Playtest during Steam Medieval Fest
Buldozer Production has launched the first public playtest for their hand-drawn medieval real-time strategy game, MEDIX, on Steam. Available from April 20 to April 27 as part of Steam Medieval Fest, the playtest allows players to experience the opening two campaign missions and provide feedback to shape the game's development. Developer Josef Šmíd emphasized the importance of player feedback for refining mechanics and difficulty.