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Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster is the first game in the franchise to star Skaven—and it looks incredible
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster is set to be the first game in the franchise to feature Skaven as the main characters. The announcement has generated excitement, potentially drawing in new fans to the Age of Sigmar universe.
Dawn of War 4 just got a release date (or 2), a DLC roadmap, and Crusade Mode plans
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III will be released on September 17, with a Commander Edition offering early access on September 14 and additional post-launch DLC. The game will also receive free updates including new modes, map packs, and a Mission Editor in the autumn. Preorders for both editions are currently 10% off.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch Announced at Warhammer Skulls 2026
A sequel to the strategy game Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters has been announced, titled Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch. The announcement was made during the Warhammer Skulls 2026 event.
Warhammer Skull 2026 – All the game announcements and trailers
The Warhammer Skulls showcase revealed numerous game announcements and updates across the Warhammer universes. Highlights include the closed beta for Warhammer 40,000: Darktree, the Infinite Museion DLC for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, and the console launch of Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks with cross-play and a new level editor. New titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch were also revealed, alongside updates for existing games like Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and Total War: Warhammer III.
Monster Couch Announces Wyrmspan for Steam
Monster Couch has announced that the critically acclaimed dragon strategy board game Wyrmspan will be coming to Steam. This card-driven engine building game allows players to excavate a sanctuary and entice over 180 unique dragons. While inspired by Wingspan, Wyrmspan offers a fresh, standalone experience with multiple game modes including solo, local multiplayer, and online matchmaking.
Card-driven strategy game Wyrmspan announced for PC
Monster Couch and Stonemaier Games have announced Wyrmspan, a new card-driven strategy game set to release on PC. Further details regarding gameplay and release date are expected soon.
Prophet Margin is a holy city-builder that combines the joy of trade routes with the terror of God
Prophet Margin is a new city-builder game from Stellar Cartography Interactive UG that focuses on establishing intricate trade routes to satisfy the demands of various gods. The game combines elements of board game logic with deep resource management, allowing players to build and optimize settlements. A demo is expected to arrive soon.
SANGOKUSHI BOND: Former SEGA Producer Brings New Deck-Building Strategy Epic for Steam Release Summer 2026
Get Wrapped Up Inc. announced SANGOKUSHI BOND, a deck-building roguelite strategy game produced by former SEGA producer Yasuhiro Nishiyama, for a Summer 2026 Steam release. The game features 10-minute tactical battles with no pay-to-win mechanics and over 100 newly illustrated Three Kingdoms generals. It will be available for PC on Steam for $7.99 USD.
Space Imperia 4X, Digital Adaptation of GMT Games' Board Game, Space Empires 4X, Launches on Steam July 28
Breich Games announced that Space Imperia 4X, a digital adaptation of GMT Games' board game, will launch on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux/SteamOS on July 28, 2026, with a retail price of $22.99 and a launch-week discount. The game will also feature cross-platform desktop support and mobile versions will follow. The developer cited strategic timing around Steam's seasonal sales and events as the reason for the July release date.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 Launches on September 17th, Post-Launch Roadmap Revealed
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 is set to launch on September 17th for PC, with a post-launch roadmap detailing free and paid content updates. The roadmap includes the return of Crusade Mode, new map packs, and story expansions like Blood Ravens and AFTERMATH, with paid expansions releasing in Winter and Spring 2027.
Total War: Warhammer 3's Bhashiva Character Pack brings true tiger ferocity to Grand Cathay
The Bhashiva Character Pack for Total War: Warhammer 3 introduces Bhashiva and her Tiger Warriors to Grand Cathay. This downloadable content focuses on an army that excels at flanking and ambushes, adding new strategic options to the game.
Civ 7's massive overhaul update brings its highest Steam player count in over a year
Firaxis Games has released the 'Test of Time' update for Civilization 7, an expansion-sized overhaul that includes new features and reworks existing systems. The update has led to a significant increase in concurrent players on Steam, reaching its highest count in over a year, though player reception remains mixed regarding the extent of the improvements and ongoing issues like UI complaints and DLC pricing.
What Total War: Warhammer 3's first character pack means for future DLC: "We know there are loads of…
Creative Assembly has released the first character pack for Total War: Warhammer 3, featuring the mercenary Bhashiva, which serves as a smaller, more focused DLC offering. This new format allows for the inclusion of niche characters and units that might not support a larger expansion. Developers Richard Aldridge and Josh King discussed how these character packs complement existing factions and offer new playstyles, potentially paving the way for more fan-favorite characters to be introduced in the future.
Bhashiva's tiger warriors are an addition to Total War: Warhammer 3 worth the money and the wait
The Bhashiva's Tiger Warriors DLC for Total War: Warhammer 3 offers a unique army with distinct campaign mechanics, including unit insignias and the Tiger Court system for buffs. While the campaign structure provides more direction than usual, managing relationships and completing objectives can be challenging. Despite some minor issues and a bug, the savage tiger warriors are a fun and worthwhile addition to the game, especially for fans of the Warhammer universe.
dotAGE: Trade Secrets release date
The solo developer behind the indie strategy game dotAGE, Michele Pirovano, has announced that the new DLC, Trade Secrets, will be released on June 3rd, 2026. This expansion introduces new mechanics such as exploration, crafting, village expansion, and trading, along with three unique elders and various new in-game elements.
Sectron, a Hex-Based Sci-Fi Strategy Game, Launches November 6, 2026
Tauri Labs announced that its debut title, Sectron, a hex-based sci-fi strategy game, will launch on PC on November 6, 2026. A playable demo will be available in mid-July, and the game will be featured during Steam Next Fest in October. Sectron emphasizes tactical adaptation and diplomacy on procedurally generated planetoids.
The long awaited Civilization 7 Test of Time update is here, bringing a huge suite of changes with it
Firaxis Games has released the highly anticipated Test of Time update for Civilization 7. This major update introduces the ability for players to guide any civilization outside of its historical Apex Age, a feature long requested by the community. The update also revamps Legacy Paths into Triumphs and overhauls the Victory conditions with new scoring systems.
Bird Dash: King of Birds - Free Online Browser Game
Bird Dash: King of Birds is a free online browser game that offers instant gameplay without downloads. The article also briefly mentions other browser games like Mobile Knight vs Bishop, Save Your Cogs, Apex Ocean, ULTIMATE Clickball, and SEVEN CARD GAME.
"There are people who couldn't believe what we had done": How Civilization 7's devs worked with players to get its huge Test of Time overhaul right
Firaxis has overhauled Sid Meier's Civilization 7 with the 'Test of Time' update, addressing player feedback regarding campaign structure and agency. The update reintroduces playing as a single Civilization throughout a campaign and replaces legacy paths with optional 'triumphs' for victory conditions. Developers Ed Beach and Gavin Schembari discuss the iterative process of working with the community to find the right balance of player freedom and game design.
Age of Wonders 4: Secrets of the Archmages Brings Forbidden Magic to Players on June 16
Paradox Interactive and Triumph Studios announced that the Age of Wonders 4 DLC, Secrets of the Archmages, will be released on June 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This expansion introduces new narrative content, six magical tomes, a new Owlkin race, and additional world map features centered around forbidden magic.