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Masters of Albion reimagines Fable's world in the hands of a god – unfortunately, that god is me
Masters of Albion is a god game that blends city-building and combat, allowing players to manage a village, expand their territory, and defend against supernatural threats. The game features a unique mechanic where players can directly control their deity's hand to interact with the world, from building structures to flinging villagers. Despite its charming ambition and engaging gameplay loops, the early access title suffers from performance issues and a history of unfinished projects from developer 22cans.
Mythmon: Mythic Monsters launches this summer
The hack-and-slash strategy game Mythmon: Mythic Monsters is set to launch for PC via Steam during the summer. Further details regarding the publisher were not provided in the excerpt.
Five New Xbox Games Launch This Week, Three Hit Game Pass
Five new games are launching on Xbox this week, with three titles available day one on Game Pass. Aphelion, a narrative-driven action-adventure from DON'T NOD, headlines the releases, focusing on humanity's survival on a frozen planet. The lineup also includes the strategy game Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era and the fighting game Invincible VS, showcasing Xbox's focus on diverse storytelling experiences.
1.5 million Steam wishlists later, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era publisher says the strategy series "defined…
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has achieved over 1.5 million wishlists on Steam, indicating strong anticipation for the return of the turn-based strategy series. Publisher Hooded Horse highlighted the dedication of developer Unfrozen to the project. The original games hold significant nostalgic value for many players.
Kingdom’s Return: Time-Eating Fruit And The Ancient Monster – Now On Xbox
Kingdom's Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £11.75. This hybrid game combines side-scrolling action with kingdom-building strategy, allowing players to explore and gather resources before returning to develop their own kingdom. An optional DLC pack adds crossover character skins from the Azure Striker Gunvolt series.
Anno 117: Pax Romana Free Weekend
Ubisoft is offering a free four-day trial for its strategy game Anno 117: Pax Romana. Players can experience the second-century setting of the sequel at no cost until Monday.
LOL Land Introduces Multiplayer Party Mode Beta Featuring Four
LOL Land has launched a beta for its new multiplayer mode, "LOL Land Party," allowing up to four players to compete in real-time on the same board for a prize pool. This mode emphasizes strategic play over free spins and mini-games, featuring strategy-only maps and consumable items to hinder opponents. The beta is currently accessible in Free Mode with an entry fee of 1,000 points and 200 rolls.
The next Heroes of Might and Magic is launching in early access this month — 'We want to do all of the development with community in mind' says dev
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era will launch in early access on April 30, 2026, for PC. The developer aims to incorporate community feedback throughout development, with the initial release featuring six factions, multiple game modes, and a map editor. The game's community manager highlighted the importance of early access for refining the experience based on player input.
45+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale
The PlayStation Store is currently hosting its Big Games Big Deals sale, featuring thousands of discounted PS5 and PS4 titles until May 6, 2026. The article highlights a curated selection of recommended games, many of which are at their lowest-ever prices.
Fear Tall Grass Revealed – A Dark Fantasy Creature Battler With A Strategic Twist
Fear Tall Grass is a new dark fantasy roguelite that combines creature collecting with strategic, dice-driven progression. Developed by Forgotten Bastions and published by Entalto Publishing, it will be released on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Players tame and command creatures called Vilekin to fight back against a world overrun by them, with permanent upgrades and base building available between runs.
Pax Autocratica early access release has been pushed back with no new date
The early access release of the strategy game Pax Autocratica has been postponed by developer Multiverse, with no new date announced. The team aims for a summer launch but will release the game only when it is ready, citing recent development focused on player feedback and core experience improvements. An improved demo and a closed playtest will be made available.
From RPG Builds to NFL Rosters: How Gamers Are Taking Over Fantasy Sports Leagues | Invision Game Community
Gamers are increasingly dominating fantasy sports leagues by applying the strategic thinking, optimization skills, and data analysis honed through playing video games like RPGs and MOBAs. This crossover highlights how skills in pattern recognition, risk assessment, and iterative improvement translate directly from gaming to competitive fantasy sports environments. The article explores the shared tools, preparation methods, and competitive drive that make gamers uniquely suited to excel in fantasy sports.
Now Live: Noir Mafia Simulator: 1960s American Crime is available on Steam! 💼
Noir Mafia Simulator: 1960s American Crime is now available on Steam, featuring a 1960s American criminal underworld setting where players plan and execute heists. To celebrate the launch, the game is offered with a limited-time 20% discount. Developers will also be streaming live gameplay on the Steam page.
Masters of Albion release countdown: Exact date and time
Masters of Albion, developed and published by 22cans, is set to launch in early access on PC on April 22. The game will be available at 10am PT, 1pm ET, and 5pm UTC. Players will manage a town, hire workers, explore the world, and defend against nightly threats.
Collie Call: The Future Is Calling Sends A Good Dog Into Space!
Collie Call: The Future Is Calling, a new sci-fi puzzler from Afil Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Players control a robotic collie tasked with organizing sheep across space in this accessible puzzle game with simple graphics and a core mechanic designed for younger gamers.
Gate Guard Simulator – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Gate Guard Simulator is a medieval inspection game where players act as a castle guard, verifying documents and searching for contraband. Players must decide who enters their Lord's domain during a time of plagues and political unrest. Beta sign-ups are now open for those ready to take on the role of gatekeeper.
ASKA’s 600,000-Strong Viking Horde Gets Honey-Coated Update To Celebrate Steam’s Medieval Fest
Sand Sailor Studio and Thunderful have released the 'Hearth & Honey' update for their Early Access game ASKA, coinciding with Steam's Medieval Fest. This update introduces beekeeping and mead brewing to the Viking settlement simulation, adding new production chains and buildings like breweries and taverns. The update also includes settlement storage statistics and crawler hunting, with the game currently available at a 20% discount.
Crusader Kings 3's next major expansions will bring playable Popes and merchant republics
Paradox Interactive has announced two major paid DLC expansions for Crusader Kings 3, focusing on religion and merchant republics. The first, 'By God Alone,' arriving in Q3 2026, overhauls the game's religion systems, allowing players to become playable Popes and introducing new mechanics for faith divergence. The second, 'Silk & Silver,' launching in Q4 2026, introduces a merchant playstyle with trade routes, monopolies, and a new Republic government type. A free update also adds a modular Stories system and age-related ailments.
Crusader Kings III: Chapter V Pass
Paradox Interactive has announced the release of Chapter V, a new expansion pass for the PC version of their strategy game Crusader Kings III. This marks the latest content addition for the regal strategy sequel.
Sudden Strike 5 Marches Onto The Battlefield
Sudden Strike 5 has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, featuring large battlefields and hundreds of units in a World War II setting. Developed by Kite Games and published by Kalypso Media, the real-time tactics game offers a 25-mission campaign with Allied, German, and Soviet forces. A Deluxe Edition is available with extra content, while the Standard Edition releases on April 23rd.
