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This week in PC games: a new King's Field-like RPG, an American Revolutionary War sim, and a dreaming megacity full of cool architecture
This week's PC game releases include a King's Field-like RPG called Forgotten Blood, an American Revolutionary War simulation, and Lullabies Made of Static, an exploration game set in a megacity. Other notable titles are the puzzler The Message from Deep Space, the fighting game Ninja Masters, and the bullet heaven game Mycofall.
I picked out 31 must-play games going for $5 or less in the Steam Summer Sale
This article highlights 31 must-play games available for $5 or less during the Steam Summer Sale. The curated list includes a variety of genres such as RPGs and first-person shooters, with many titles developed by well-known studios like Larian and BioWare.
Creative Assembly confirm Total War: Medieval 3's starting factions, pegging out a complex world of schemers and killers, feudal giants and emerging empires
Creative Assembly has revealed the initial six playable factions for Total War: Medieval 3, including the Kingdoms of France and England, the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Sultanate of Rum, the Byzantine Empire, and the Holy Roman Empire. The developers are also allowing players to vote on 23 other potential factions to be added to the game's roster, with the final selection based on factors like historical significance, uniqueness, and player feedback.
Total War: Medieval III asks players to vote on which playable factions they want
Creative Assembly is allowing the Total War community to vote on which playable factions will be included in Total War: Medieval III at launch. Players can cast four votes each from a shortlist of 23 additional factions, with six core factions already confirmed. While community feedback will heavily influence the decision, the studio reserves the right to exercise creative control.
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.
Mandate Order Turns City Walls Into a Test of Your Entire Settlement
Mandate Order, an ancient Chinese war city-builder by Digital Sky, emphasizes the integration of city planning and siege warfare. Unlike typical city-builders, walls, gates, roads, and armory placement directly impact battle outcomes. The game, set for a Q3 2026 launch on PC, connects construction choices to battlefield performance through features like soldiers on walls, elevation advantages, and line-drawing formations for troop command.
This year's Prime Day board game deals are ridiculously good, with major discounts on some of our top-rated games
This year's Prime Day event features significant discounts on a wide variety of board games, including highly-rated titles and family-friendly options. Deals are available on strategy games, card games, and tabletop RPGs, with prices starting as low as $7.39 on Amazon.
"Characters will come and go": Total War: Medieval 3 won't have skill trees because Creative Assembly want you to think in terms of dynasties
Creative Assembly has revealed that Total War: Medieval 3 will not feature skill trees, opting instead for a focus on emergent character traits and dynasties. This design choice aims to reduce repetition and busywork, encouraging players to think about the long-term progression of their ruling families rather than individual characters. The studio also confirmed an upcoming livestream focusing on playable factions.
Age Of Empires Mobile: PC Edition Is A Different Kind Of Empire Builder
Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition, a free-to-play version of the mobile strategy game, is now available on PC via the Xbox Store and Steam. This version is rebuilt for mouse and keyboard controls, featuring a faster pace and enhanced visuals, but is not available on Xbox consoles. It supports cross-play and cross-progression with the mobile version.
Loaded Lions: Mane City Mobile Pre Registration
Loaded Lions: Mane City, a desktop strategy game developed by Crypto.com, is now available for pre-registration on mobile platforms via the Apple App Store and Google Play. The game features competitive seasonal play, NFT integration, and a tycoon-style city-building experience with resource management and a $100,000 prize pool for its top players.
Steam Next Fest 之后，策略游戏需要的不只是更多系统，而是更清楚的战争理由
Following Steam Next Fest, the article argues that strategy games, particularly war simulations and city builders like Mandate Order, require clearer justifications for their complex systems rather than just more mechanics. Mandate Order, developed by Digital Sky, aims to connect city operations like farming and logistics directly to the necessity and execution of war, offering a model for how depth in strategy games can be achieved through causal relationships between systems.
Civilization 7 finally gets hotseat local multiplayer via a new update out today, which also makes cities moodier and overhauls governments
Firaxis has released an update for Civilization 7, adding local hotseat multiplayer functionality that allows multiple players to take turns on a single PC. The update also introduces a new archipelago map type, deeper city mood mechanics, and government system overhauls, alongside the first part of the Brush and Blade DLC featuring Japanese civilizations.
The arcade meets the hex grid in R-Type Tactics—an unlikely fusion that shines like a star on PC
R-Type Tactics, a strategy game spin-off of the classic arcade shooter series, has been rebuilt for PC and Steam Deck, offering a fresh take on turn-based tactical combat. The game features revamped graphics and deep strategic gameplay, incorporating elements like fuel and ammo management, terrain considerations, and challenging enemy encounters. This release includes over 100 missions across three campaigns, with previously unlocalized content now available in English.
Honkai: Nexus Anima gets a new Evolution Test Closed Beta, and here’s how to get involved
HoYoverse has announced a new closed beta test for Honkai: Nexus Anima, titled the Evolution Test, which will begin on July 9th for PC, iOS, and Android. Players can sign up via the official website by completing a recruitment survey, though entry is not guaranteed. This beta introduces new characters, Anima, regions, gameplay systems, and expanded story content, along with an enhanced Anima evolution system and the ability to photograph companions.
The Road To Financial Freedom Leads To The Stars In Sci-Fi Strategy Game ‘Galactic Economy’ Coming To PC via STEAM™
Indie developer Odania GmbH announced that its upcoming PC strategy game, Galactic Economy, is now available for public playtesting via Steam. The game, scheduled for a full release later this year, offers a sci-fi tycoon experience focused on economic simulation, fleet management, and strategic decision-making.
Honkai: Nexus Anima ‘Evolution Test’ begins July 9
miHoYo has announced that the "Evolution Test" for its creature-collector strategy game Honkai: Nexus Anima will commence on July 9 for PC, iOS, and Android. Sign-ups are currently open on the official website for this limited, free closed beta test, which will feature new characters, Anima, regions, and gameplay systems. The test will include a data wipe, and selected participants will be granted access.
Stellaris celebrates 10 years (and a new DLC) with a free weekend and a 70% discount
Stellaris is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a free-to-play weekend on Steam until June 22 and a 70% discount on the base game until June 25. The sale also includes various DLCs, with a subscription option available for access to all content. The article touches on the game's evolution since its 2016 launch and mentions the new 'Nomads' expansion, which received mixed impressions.
Mini War codes (June 2026)
Mini War, a Roblox strategy game, currently does not feature any redeemable codes, and there are no immediate plans for their implementation. The developers are focusing on a competitive player-versus-player-versus-environment experience where player progression is based on in-game effort rather than freebies. Players can create their own countries for 99 Robux.
Board Game Believe in me! (please) Hits Crowdfunding Goal
Independent board game publisher Wyrmgold has successfully reached its crowdfunding goal for the strategy game Believe in me! (please) on Gamefound. The campaign, which launched on June 16, achieved its target within two days and 15 hours. The game is set to release on October 22, 2026, with a French version planned for summer 2027.
Happy Birthday, America! 250 Years and Going Strong! Let's Have a Sale!
Shrapnel Games is holding a sale to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, offering discounts on its catalog of independent war and strategy titles. The sale runs through July 6th and includes games like Air Assault Task Force, Raging Tiger: The Second Korean War, and winSPWW2 Enhanced Edition.