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Heroes of Might & Magic 3 gets off to a bumpy start on Steam after Ubisoft forgot to include the game itself in the…
Ubisoft's recent launch of Heroes of Might and Magic 3 on Steam was marred by an issue where the game files were missing from the download, resulting in a very small file size and negative player reviews. The company has since acknowledged and resolved the problem, releasing an update that includes the necessary game files.
Total War: Warhammer 40k – The First Hands-On Preview - Gamescom 2026
A hands-on preview of Total War: Warhammer suggests the core strategy gameplay remains intact, but the increased focus on ranged combat and Warhammer 40,000 influences may lead to a unique experience. Further evaluation is needed to determine if the game will be a standout success or fall short.
Ubisoft forgot to make sure the Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 included the actual game
Ubisoft's recent Steam release of Heroes of Might & Magic 3 has been met with significant player frustration due to missing game files, resulting in a 'dummy executable' error. The $10 purchase does not include the actual game, unlike the complete edition available on GOG. This issue follows the 2015 HD rerelease which also omitted crucial expansions.
Rainbow Six Tactics Revealed, New Turn-Based Tactical Game — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Ubisoft revealed Rainbow Six Tactics, a new single-player, turn-based tactical game set in the Rainbow Six universe, at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026. Developed by Ubisoft Paris, the game features 15 Operators from Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Ubisoft+, GeForce NOW, and Blacknut.
Everything announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 — from Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake to The Witcher…
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements, including a Heroes of Might and Magic 3 Remake and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered with new content. The show featured reveals for Ananta, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, Nodus Fall, Rainbow Six Tactics, Gears of War: E-Day, and many more titles across various genres and platforms.
Imbricate human history all over again and throw climate change into the mix in Humankind 2, which arrives 2027
AMPLITUDE Studios has announced Humankind 2, a sequel to their historical strategy game, slated for a 2027 release. The game will feature new progression systems, enhanced visuals, a modernized UI, and gameplay improvements based on player feedback. It will also incorporate climate change as a significant gameplay mechanic, impacting the strategic map and requiring players to adapt their cities and economies.
Hit roguelike and my GOTY Mewgenics is coming to console next month
The roguelike cat-breeding simulator Mewgenics is launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch on September 8, 2026. Developed by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, the game has been highly anticipated since its PC release. Store pages for the console versions have appeared on the Xbox and Nintendo eShops.
The studio behind Crusader Kings and Hearts of Iron just revealed its first non-historical title in a decade — Afterworld is a new strategy game set in an original post-apocalyptic America
Paradox Development Studio has revealed Afterworld, a new grand strategy game set in an original post-apocalyptic America. Created by the developers behind Crusader Kings 3 and Hearts of Iron 4, Afterworld aims to be their most approachable title yet, focusing on rebuilding civilization and navigating tribal laws before expanding to continental-scale conflict. The game is available to wishlist on Steam, though a release date has not yet been announced.
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Tactics – Official Reveal Trailer
The reveal trailer for Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Tactics has been released, showcasing a new entry in the series that blends tactical gameplay with strategic elements. The game is described as a fresh take on the Rainbow Six franchise, incorporating strategic gameplay.
Worms: Galactic Tactics announced for Nintendo Switch 2, another new Worms game in the works
Worms: Galactic Tactics has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a planned release in 2027. The announcement trailer also teased that another new Worms game is currently in development, though further details were not provided.
Horrified: Ravenloft is a slam-dunk for D&D fans, but innovation is starting to be 'mist'
Horrified: Dungeons & Dragons – Ravenloft is a compelling and accessible gothic horror strategy board game that pays tribute to the beloved Dungeons & Dragons campaign, Curse of Strahd. While it retains the core team-based gameplay of the Horrified series, it introduces new monsters and mechanics like Dark Pacts, offering a familiar yet engaging experience for both newcomers and fans of the original campaign.
Total War: Warhammer shows off its spicy new endgames, including a 'rat counter' that tells you how many Skaven still need killing in The Vermintide
Creative Assembly has detailed new endgame crises for Total War: Warhammer, including the Skaven's Vermintide, which features a 'rat counter' to track remaining enemies. The 'Lords of the End Times' expansion also introduces new endgame scenarios for Archaon and Nagash, alongside new units and mechanics. The update is set to release on September 24.
How to watch Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will take place on August 25th, marking the traditional end of the videogame announcement season. The event will feature world premieres and announcements for games including The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and Game of Thrones: War for Westeros.
Demons’ Night Fever opening movie
Arc System Works has released the opening movie for their upcoming Simulation RPG, Demons' Night Fever, scheduled to launch on Nintendo Switch on October 22, 2026. The game features a "speedrun-training simulation RPG" concept with a "Peon Exploitation System" for strategic combat, where players sacrifice allies to strengthen their army and defeat a fallen devil.
This week in PC games: Gamescom and GTA 6 fight for our attention, but don't forget Folk Emerging, MGS4 and the horror game about balancing a cake
This week's PC gaming news is dominated by Gamescom and a Grand Theft Auto 6 documentary, alongside a significant number of new game releases. Notable titles include the early access milsim Burned Horizons, horror visual novel Money for Girls: Amortized, and Patrice Désilets' long-troubled 1666: Amsterdam. Other releases span various genres, from bullet hell and platformers to 4X strategy and survival games.
I’m not a Psycho Invader – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
I’m not a Psycho Invader is a high-stakes strategy game where players lead a university takeover, navigating obstacles and managing hostages to reach an extraction point before time runs out. Players can sign up for a beta playtest to try the game.
Kingdom Rule - Free Online Browser Game
Kingdom Rule is a 100% offline, browser-based god simulation strategy game where players act as the God of Fire, managing a medieval kingdom called Ashvale. The game features procedural graphics, real-time combat, plague systems, and dynamic NPC AI, allowing players to command the king, use divine powers, and balance kingdom stats like treasury, happiness, and faith.
Above: Colonies of the Mist – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Above: Colonies of the Mist is a survival colony builder where players establish settlements on high ground to avoid a deadly toxic mist. The game features procedurally generated maps, ziplines, and bridges to connect settlements, with expeditions into the fog to uncover secrets and technologies guarded by automatons. The goal is to extract and escape before the environment becomes overwhelming, and players can sign up for a beta playtest.
Meta Racing Puts Tactics Ahead of Chance, Paying Out in USDT
Meta Racing is a crypto racing game that emphasizes strategic decision-making over chance, with players earning in-game currency, IGT, pegged at $0.10. Competitors assemble car configurations, draft ability cards, and scout tracks to optimize their builds for turn-based races where skillful deployment of abilities leads to higher payouts. The game offers a low barrier to entry with starter bundles and encourages strategic spending on pilots and car upgrades for sustained earnings.
Game of Thrones: Dragonfire Brings Back Season 3 for a New Event
WB Games and HBO have released a new update for the strategy game Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, bringing back five dragons from House of the Dragon Season 3 for a limited-time event. The event, which runs until August 24th, 2026, features previously released dragons modeled after their on-screen counterparts, each with unique abilities and synergies. The game closely follows the events of House of the Dragon, allowing players to engage in the Targaryen succession conflict.
