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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 Drops Deep Dive Into Multiplayer With Space Marines vs. Orks
A new Battlefield Report for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 showcases its multiplayer mode, featuring Space Marines against Orks. Creative Director Jan Theysen and Senior Game Designer Elliott Verbiest highlighted the strategic differences between the factions, with Space Marines focusing on technological firepower and Orks on swarming tactics. The game is set to launch on September 17th.
The new Company of Heroes is a wave-based defense game that throws prospective generals straight into the action
Relic Entertainment announced Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, a standalone wave-defense game built on the tactical foundation of the RTS series. It features roguelite progression, four factions, five battlefields, eight difficulty levels, and supports singleplayer and two-player co-op. The game is set to launch on July 29 for PC and will be available on Steam.
Relic Entertainment Announces a New Standalone Experience, Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, Launching July 29
Relic Entertainment has announced Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, a new standalone wave defense experience launching July 29 on PC via Steam. This roguelite expansion will feature four iconic factions, 12 challenging rounds, and cooperative play, priced at $29.99 USD. The release coincides with the 20th anniversary of the Company of Heroes franchise.
WW2 RTS Company of Heroes has just been totally reimagined as a new, standalone roguelike
Relic Entertainment is releasing Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, a standalone roguelike expansion for their World War 2 real-time strategy game. This new mode features persistent progression, wave-based survival against challenging enemy forces, and unique faction progression trees. It will be available on PC via Steam on July 29th, with launch discounts for all players and an additional bonus for existing Company of Heroes 3 owners.
WW2 RTS Company of Heroes has just been totally reimagined as a new, standalone roguelike
Relic Entertainment is releasing Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, a standalone roguelike expansion for their World War 2 real-time strategy game. This new mode features persistent progression, wave-based survival against challenging enemy forces, and unique faction progression trees. It will be available on PC via Steam on July 29th, with launch discounts for all players and an additional bonus for existing Company of Heroes 3 owners.
Tempest Rising's Highly Anticipated Third Faction Will Be Playable in a New Demo at TactiCon, Starting July 9 on Steam
Tempest Rising will feature its third faction, the Veti, in a new demo playable at TactiCon starting July 9 on Steam. The real-time strategy game, set in an alternate 1997 where the Cuban Missile Crisis escalated, offers single-player campaigns, multiplayer, and skirmish modes with unique asymmetrical factions.
Njut av en hel match från WH40K: Dawn of War IV
A gameplay video showcases a full match of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, featuring creative director Jan Theysen playing as Space Marines against senior game designer Elliott Verbiest as Orks. The video highlights the distinct strategies of each faction, with Orks focusing on quantity and Space Marines on quality, and demonstrates various in-game abilities and mechanics.
Dawn of War IV gameplay shows off new mechanics for Orks and Space Marines
Dawn of War IV Creative Director Jan Theysen and Senior Game Designer Elliott Verbiest showcased new gameplay mechanics for the Orks and Space Marines factions in a recent YouTube video. The footage highlighted unique features such as tactical deployment for Space Marines and a base-building system for Orks, alongside an adaptable wargear system for individual units.
Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report shows off a full multiplayer battle
King Art Games has released a new Battlefield Report for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, showcasing a 1v1 multiplayer match between the Space Marines and Orks. The video highlights faction differences and familiar real-time strategy gameplay. The game is set to release on September 17th and will feature four factions, including Adeptus Mechanicus and Necrons, along with a Conquest Mode and mission editor.
I-Gunnar - Paulthetall is working on a Dune 2 inspiration for Apollo V2/V4 Amiga's
I-Gunnar is a new real-time strategy demo for advanced Amiga hardware, inspired by Dune 2 and developed by paulthetall. It pays tribute to Gunnar von Boehn and Apollo Computer's work on revitalizing the Amiga ecosystem with the 68080 CPU. The game is built using the open-source code from Arrakis and is tailored for Apollo and Vampire systems, featuring "Dune 2 like" graphics and "Command & Conquer" vibes.
Dawn of War 2’s The Last Stand mode is still the best co-op MOBA that never was
The Last Stand mode from Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II is analyzed as a highly successful cooperative MOBA-like experience that predates many modern titles. Despite its age and limited maps, the mode's challenging gameplay and unique blend of RTS and MOBA elements continue to attract players, highlighting its innovative design.
Blizzard’s Unannounced StarCraft Title: The Hard Facts
Evidence suggests Blizzard Entertainment is developing a new AAA open-world shooter set in the StarCraft universe, moving away from its Real-Time Strategy roots. The project is built on Unreal Engine and led by former Far Cry executive producer Dan Hay, indicating a significant shift in franchise direction and development strategy.
Total War: ATTILA Relaunching for macOS on July 2nd
Feral Interactive announced that Total War: ATTILA will relaunch for macOS on July 2nd with native Apple Silicon support and improved performance. The relaunch includes all eight DLCs and will be available on Steam, with a Mac App Store release planned for later in July. The game is set in the Western Roman Empire during the Migration Period and features strategic gameplay focused on survival and conquest.
ZeroSpace Hits 250,000 Wishlists Ahead of July 20 Early Access Launch
Starlance Studios announced that its sci-fi real-time strategy game, ZeroSpace, has surpassed 250,000 wishlists on Steam. The game is set to launch in Early Access on July 20, 2026, featuring a blend of traditional RTS mechanics, RPG-inspired storytelling, and hero-driven tactics. The announcement follows a successful showing during Steam Next Fest, where the game's demo garnered significant attention.
Age of Empires Mobile for PC
The Age of Empires website has announced that Age of Empires Mobile is now available on PC. This release offers a PC version of the existing mobile game, which is free-to-play.
Volunteer-led RTS BAR signs publishing deal with Hooded Horse
The volunteer-led real-time strategy game Beyond All Reason has signed a publishing deal with Hooded Horse. While the multiplayer will remain free with cross-play, a paid 'BAR Premium Edition' with singleplayer content will be released on Steam. The IP and code will remain with the BAR team and open source, respectively.
Command & Conquer - Westwood's hit strategy game is coming to the Atari ST, and it's impressive!
A new port of Westwood Studios' classic real-time strategy game Command & Conquer is in development for the Atari ST. This ambitious project adapts the 1995 title to the 16-bit hardware, focusing on precision color reduction for its limited palette. The port requires enhanced Atari ST hardware or emulators due to its demanding system requirements, with ongoing efforts to reduce RAM needs.
Blizzard isn't done with Starcraft 2 yet, and it seems committed to big changes
Blizzard Entertainment is continuing to implement significant balance changes to Starcraft 2, focusing on refining the meta established by recent overhauls. The latest patch notes address feedback from the Public Test Realm, with adjustments to Zerg early game buffs, Terran Ghost nerfs, and Protoss unit warp-in times. The controversial shift to eight starting workers remains in place as developers aim to find an optimal balance for the real-time strategy game.
StarCraft 2 devs take another swing at getting the RTS game's surprise new update right, but Blizzard still hasn't rolled back the one change fans most want undone
Blizzard Entertainment has released a public test patch for StarCraft 2 addressing player feedback on recent balance changes, including adjustments to spawn rates and costs. However, the developer has not yet reverted the controversial reduction of starting workers from 12 to eight, a change that remains unpopular with a significant portion of the player base.
Space Tales Sets August 19, 2026 for 1.0 Launch, Adds French and Spanish Today
Saigon Dragon Studios announced that its retro-futuristic sci-fi real-time strategy game, Space Tales, will launch its full 1.0 version on Steam on August 19, 2026. The latest update adds French and Spanish language support, with German coming soon. The 1.0 release will complete the story-driven campaign and expand strategic challenges.