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Growth and Sacrifice: Bloodgrounds Enters the Arena March 12
The roguelite gladiator simulation Bloodgrounds will launch in version 1.0 on PC via Steam on March 12, exiting Early Access. Developed by Exordium Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment, the game features tactical grid combat, squad management, and RPG progression with permanent gladiator deaths. Version 1.0 includes new enemies, bosses, item crafting, and balancing improvements.
Wireworks Joins Steam Tower Defense Fest with Sweet 20% Launch Sale
The indie game Wireworks is participating in Steam's Tower Defense Fest with a 20% launch discount, running from March 9-16. The game combines tower defense mechanics with power grid management, offering a unique strategic experience. The festival aims to highlight overlooked genres and provide a focused discovery platform for players.
Slay the Spire 2 Silent deck guides: Shiv, Poison and Sly Builds
This guide explores three distinct deck archetypes for the Silent character in Slay the Spire 2: Shiv spam, Poison stacking, and the new Sly discard mechanic. Each build leverages unique cards and relics to create powerful synergies, offering varied playstyles for players to master.
Tower Petroleum Ignites the Steam Tower Defense Fest
Proud Turkeys announced that the demo for their tower defense and deckbuilding strategy game, Tower Petroleum, will be released on March 9, 2026, coinciding with Steam's Tower Defense Fest. The demo will feature significant visual and balance updates, including animated turrets, improved UI, rebalanced levels, and new enemy types and bosses.
Over the Top WW1 Classes Guide - All Unit Specs
This guide for Over the Top WW1 details the unit classes available in the 3D action title, explaining their strengths and weaknesses. It covers classes like Rifleman, Stormtrooper, Engineer, Specialist, Armored Cavalry, Heavy Gunner, and Sniper, offering insights into their tactical use for victory.
Undead Defense TD: Announcement Trailer
Undead Defense TD is a new tower defense and strategy game where players build defenses against zombie hordes and expand their settlements. The game features endless hordes, upgradeable turrets and walls, and the discovery of hidden settlements.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 2, 2026
This article highlights new game releases scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026. Notable titles include Scott Pilgrim EX, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, Slay the Spire 2, and Marathon, launching across various platforms like PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 9, 2026
Several new games are set to release in the week of March 9, 2026, across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch 2. Titles include the survival craft game Blossom: The Seed of Life, the horror experience Crabmeat, and the city-builder Timberborn. Other notable releases are Solasta II (Early Access), GreedFall: The Dying World, FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, 1348 Ex Voto, WWE 2K26, and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection.
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown reader review - Reader's Feature
Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown is a roguelike and management sim that offers a challenging survival experience based on the Voyager TV show. Developed by Gamexcite and published by Daedalic Entertainment, the game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. It captures the aesthetic of the series while demanding careful decision-making and adaptability from players.
'The teenagers have it coming' I tell myself as I set another spike trap in this Greek myth-infused tower defense game
Minos is a roguelite tower defense game that puts players in the role of Daedalus, tasked with protecting the minotaur Asterion from invading Greeks by strategically placing traps and reshaping the labyrinth. The game draws inspiration from Greek mythology and features puzzle-like waves of enemies, requiring players to carefully plan trap placement and enemy routes. The demo showcases the core gameplay loop and the progression system, where success in the labyrinth earns resources to unlock new traps and abilities.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – March 2026 round-up
This March 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including Reigns: The Witcher, a port of Tomb Raider, and the unique chess-like game Shotgun King. Other notable titles include Dwarves: Glory, Death & Loot, Retrocade, and Last Asylum: Plague, offering a diverse range of genres and gameplay experiences.
The excellent fusion of Balatro and chess in Gambonanza releases May 1
Gambonanza, a turn-based chess roguelike, is set to release on May 1st. The game features smaller boards, synergistic Gambits and pieces, a dynamic reserve system, strategic board upgrades, and retro pixel art. A demo is currently available with native Linux support.
Build, Expand And Conquer In Citadelum On Xbox
Citadelum, a Roman-themed strategy and city-building game, is now available on Xbox Series X|S for £24.24. Developed by Abylight Barcelona and published by Abylight Studios, the game challenges players to build cities, manage resources, defend against barbarian threats, and explore a world map, incorporating elements of Roman mythology.
Console Archives NOBUNAGA'S AMBITION Launches March 5th
The latest installment in the Nobunaga's Ambition series, titled Console Archives Nobunaga's Ambition, is set to launch on March 5th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. This title continues the long-running strategy franchise.
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown Review | NoobFeed
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown is a PC game that emphasizes leadership, diplomacy, patience, and empathy over combat. The review highlights that avoiding fights and prioritizing long-term stability are often the most rewarding choices, aligning with the core spirit of Star Trek.
Desynced Achievements Guide for 1.0 - How to 100% on Steam
This guide details how to achieve 100% of the achievements in the sci-fi strategy base builder Desynced, which has recently launched its 1.0 version on PC after an early access period. It lists specific in-game tasks required for each achievement, such as producing resources, discovering technologies, and defeating enemies.
Review - OVERLORD II - It's good to be bad, and back on GOG!
Overlord II is a third-person action-puzzle RPG that improves upon its predecessor with more engaging gameplay, responsive AI, and enjoyable dark humor. Despite some repetitiveness, bugs, and clunky controls, the game offers pleasant graphics, cool spells, and the fun of commanding minions to pillage villages. The soundtrack by Michiel Van Der Bos is a standout, contributing to an overall rating of 83%.
911 Service - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
911 Service is a free, browser-based HTML5 simulation game where players act as an emergency communications dispatcher. The game features career and free dispatch modes, allowing players to manage police, fire, and EMS units in various real-world crisis scenarios across six major cities.
League of Legends Patch 26.5 notes released with major balance changes
Riot Games has released Patch 26.5 for League of Legends, introducing balance changes and new cosmetic skins in preparation for the First Stand international tournament. The update focuses on refining the competitive meta without drastic shifts, with new skins for Maokai, Xerath, and Sona available now.
Darklord’s Tower – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Darklord's Tower is a new vertical roguelite defense game where players build floors to create traps and fight enemies. As Lilith, players must protect Onyx and reclaim a stolen crown by strategically placing traps at night and fighting alongside them by day. The game features procedurally generated maps and randomized tower floors, with beta sign-ups now open.
