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Final Fantasy: A Matter of “Tactics”
This article draws parallels between strategic combat in video games like Final Fantasy and the concept of spiritual warfare. It emphasizes the importance of understanding enemy weaknesses and employing appropriate tactics, particularly prayer, to overcome spiritual adversaries rather than relying on ineffective physical methods.
Age of Wonders 4: Rise from Ruin DLC Review - Thumb Culture
The Age of Wonders 4: Rise from Ruin DLC, developed by Triumph Studios and published by Paradox Interactive, continues to expand the base game. This expansion is available for free to owners of Expansion Pass 3.
Kingdom’s Return Demo Launches March 19 on Switch, Final Trailer Highlights Zipangu
Inti Creates announced that a free demo for Kingdom's Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster will launch on Nintendo Switch on March 19, 2026. The game, which combines 2D action with kingdom-building, is set to release on April 23, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun Review ❕
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun has received an excellent port on the Nintendo Switch 2, praised for its smooth performance and crisp visuals. Developed by Mimimi Games, the tactical stealth strategy title combines a bird's eye perspective with stealth gameplay, offering varied and challenging scenarios. While the controls can be complicated, the mouse control option and clever stage design provide a rewarding experience with high replayability.
Chaotic City Builder Overthrown Launches into 1.0 on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation
Maximum Entertainment announced that the city builder Overthrown has officially launched into version 1.0, exiting Early Access on PC via Steam, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PlayStation 5. The 1.0 release coincides with the 'Airship Update,' which introduces airship construction and combat, new defensive structures like the Cannon Tower, and additional enemy types.
Nordcurrent Labs Unveils Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns at Future Games Show
Nordcurrent revealed Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns, a ground-up remake of the 1986 strategy classic, during the Future Games Show. The game will feature Retro, Classic, and a new roguelike Kingdom Mode, and is set to release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with modernized visuals and mechanics.
The classic browser strategy MMO, WildGuns, has just been announced for PC
Gameforge has announced the official return of the browser-based Wild West strategy MMO, WildGuns, for PC. The game will be available on the PC platform.
Infinite Ruins - Demo Now Available on Steam
Kileka Games has released a playable demo for their incremental strategy game, Infinite Ruins, on Steam for PC. The demo showcases the game's core mechanics, including a destructible grid, chain reactions, elemental systems, and build-defining upgrades, offering approximately 30 minutes of gameplay.
Nuclear Sub – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Nuclear Sub is a realistic nuclear submarine simulator that allows players to command their crew and manage resources like oxygen, electricity, and the nuclear reactor. Players will navigate an open-world ocean, complete missions, and manage crew morale while dealing with an advanced ship damage system. Beta sign-ups are now open.
ShackStream: Indie-licious Episode 193 - Can we win with The Regent in Slay the Spire 2?
This episode of Indie-licious, featuring Slay the Spire 2, focuses on the challenge of winning with the character 'The Regent'. The stream aims to explore strategies for achieving victory with this specific character.
Going Medieval Beginner’s Guide: how to get off to a good start
This beginner's guide for Going Medieval focuses on establishing survival basics like food, shelter, and resource gathering. It emphasizes setting up efficient systems for farming, production, and animal husbandry, while advising new players to avoid common pitfalls such as neglecting storage or rushing complex builds.
Dark Ages Survival City-Builder GOING MEDIEVAL Launches Today in 1.0
The sandbox colony sim Going Medieval has officially launched in version 1.0 on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG after over four years in Early Access, during which it sold over one million units. The 1.0 update introduces significant new gameplay features, including an overhauled progression system and Grand Objectives, to the survival strategy city-builder.
Going Medieval first impressions – the cabbage patch kingdom simulator
Going Medieval, a medieval colony simulation game by Foxy Voxel, has exited Early Access after a five-year period. This preview offers first impressions of the game, drawing comparisons to Rimworld and highlighting its engaging gameplay loop of building, resource management, and survival against harsh conditions and potential attacks. The article notes the updated tutorial and the game's ability to generate unique player stories.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Disco Elysium, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, Final Fantasy IV and More
Xbox Game Pass is adding a variety of games throughout March and early April, including "Disco Elysium," "Resident Evil 7: Biohazard," "Final Fantasy IV," and "South of Midnight." Several titles are available today, with others joining later in the month and early next month. "Valorant" and "Sea of Thieves" also received game updates, and "Peppa Pig World Adventures" and "Mad Streets" will be leaving the service on March 31.
Nuclear Command - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Nuclear Command III is a strategic nuclear warfare simulator where players command the United States' nuclear arsenal during a global conflict. The game involves managing resources, deploying weapons, engaging in diplomacy, and surviving against hostile nations with advanced AI and massive arsenals.
Beyond Words launches April 9
The roguelike strategy and word-crafting game Beyond Words is set to launch on April 9 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles. The game combines elements of word puzzles with strategic gameplay.
Review: Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun (Switch 2)
The Nintendo Switch port of Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a nearly perfect rendition of the hardcore tactical stealth strategy game. It features detailed environments, smooth performance, and engaging gameplay that encourages multiple playthroughs. The game centers around five warriors in Edo-period Japan, each with unique skills, who must work together to overcome numerous enemy patrols and achieve mission objectives.
This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from grid-based battles in Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime to survival RPG elements in Everwind. Notable titles include the PC version of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Crimson Desert, an action-RPG from XLGAMES. Other releases span from bug-fighting simulations to narrative-driven experiences and extraction games.
The Best Free Android Games – Updated!
This article lists some of the best free games available on the Google Play Store for Android devices. The selection includes a variety of genres such as shooters, RPGs, strategy games, and puzzle titles, highlighting experiences that can be enjoyed without initial purchase, though some may feature ads or optional in-app purchases.
The Best Nintendo Switch eShop Sales From The ‘Blockbuster Sale’ – TouchArcade
TouchArcade highlights fifteen discounted games available during the Nintendo Switch eShop's 'Blockbuster Sale'. The list features a variety of genres including RPGs, action games, and platformers, with notable titles like Persona Collection and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 available at significant price reductions.