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Forge A New Home In The North – Viking Frontiers Arrives On Xbox Series X|S
Viking Frontiers, a survival and town management game, has launched on Xbox Series X|S after its initial release on PC. Developed by Wildlands Interactive and BLUM Entertainment and published by PlayWay, the game challenges players to build a thriving Viking settlement from the remnants of a clan. It combines first-person survival mechanics with strategic settlement development, resource gathering, and leadership decisions.
The Best Android Turn-Based Games
This guide highlights the best turn-based strategy games available on Android, featuring a mix of empire builders, skirmishers, and puzzle elements. The list includes popular titles like XCOM 2: Collection, Battle of Polytopia, and Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions, with most games being premium purchases.
The Viral Horror Hit Has Finally Arrived – Buckshot Roulette Surprise-Drops On Xbox And Game Pass
The viral indie horror game Buckshot Roulette has surprise-launched on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and is available on Game Pass. The game, which simulates a deadly game of Russian Roulette with a shotgun, has gained significant popularity on PC for its tense atmosphere and simple premise. The Xbox version includes multiplayer and a 'Double or Nothing' mode.
Nine Crowns of Faenord Is an Open-World Action RPG, Now Out
Nine Crowns of Faenord, an open-world action RPG from indie developer Skvork, is now available on mobile platforms. Inspired by games like Valheim and Skyrim, the game features real-time combat, squad management, and a campaign focused on capturing castles and uniting nine crowns. It offers a single-player, offline experience with no microtransactions.
In Mandate Order, Seasons Don’t Just Pass — They Decide Whether a City Survives
Mandate Order, an ancient Chinese war city-builder by Digital Sky, emphasizes seasonal survival mechanics where choices in spring directly impact a city's fate in winter. The game, planned for a Q3 2026 launch on PC via Steam, integrates farming, resource management, and logistics into a continuous pressure system that precedes warfare. Success hinges on managing time, land, and resources effectively through distinct spring, summer, autumn, and winter phases.
Strategy Games Don’t Only Ask Players to Eliminate Chaos
Mandate Order is an upcoming ancient Chinese war city-builder from developer Digital Sky, set during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States era. The game, planned for a Q3 2026 launch on Steam, focuses on managing disorder within a frontier settlement by balancing resource management, logistics, labor allocation, and defense against invasions. Unlike typical city-builders, it emphasizes the constant management of a system that is always being disturbed by seasons, resources, labor, and war.
Viking Frontiers Heads to PS5 and XBOX Series X|S. Build a Settlement and Survive!
The open-world survival game Viking Frontiers, developed by BLUM Entertainment and published by Wildlands Interactive S.A., is launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on July 9, 2026. The game, which combines survival, simulation, RPG, and strategy elements, tasks players with building and managing a Viking settlement to ensure their clan's survival. It features a deep survival system, clan management, and various paths for players to pursue.
Mort & Phil - An Amiga game that pays tribute to the late master Francisco Ibañez Talavera
A new retro gaming project titled Mort & Phil, based on the Spanish comic duo Mortadelo and Filemón, is set to release soon for the Commodore Amiga. Developed by Amiga Factory, the game pays tribute to the late comic creator Francisco Ibáñez Talavera and features strategy, puzzle-solving, and a disguise system. The project will be open-sourced upon release and is optimized for AGA Amigas, with a potential port for older models.
The Alters: Last Variable Launches July 13th
The expansion 'The Alters: Last Variable' for the survival game 'The Alters' will launch on July 23rd, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This twenty-hour expansion, developed by 11 bit studios, introduces new story elements focusing on Jan Scientist's clones, terraforming mechanics, and escalating planetary threats.
Northgard Battlegrounds gets an Open Beta on Steam, starting July 9th
Northgard Battlegrounds, a new city-building auto-battler set in the Northgard universe, will launch an Open Beta on Steam from July 9th to July 15th. Developed by Funday Games and published by Shiro Unlimited, the game blends settlement management with automated tactical combat and features asynchronous PvP. The full Early Access release is planned for PC later in 2026.
Re:Night – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Re:Night is a strategy game that combines turn-based tactics with roguelike deckbuilding mechanics. Players will build decks, plan tactical maneuvers, and experiment with three-character team combinations. The game features over 300 cards and 100 pieces of equipment, with a focus on elemental counters and strategic positioning. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Pierwsza otwarta beta Northgard Battlegrounds rozpocznie się 9 lipca
An open beta for Northgard Battlegrounds, an auto-battler with settlement building elements set in the Northgard universe, will run from July 9 to July 15 as part of Steam Tacticon. Developed by Funday Games and published by Shiro Unlimited, the game will enter Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026.
Northgard Battlegrounds Sounds the Horns of War with First Open Beta, Arriving July 9
Northgard Battlegrounds, a new auto-battler strategy game from Shiro Games and Funday Games, will hold its first open beta on Steam from July 9 to July 15. The game blends Northgard's settlement-building with tactical auto-battler combat, featuring distinct Viking clans and asynchronous PvP. It is set to launch in Early Access on PC via Steam in 2026.
After Almost Two Years in Development, Settler’s Domain Has a Release Date!
The strategy and settlement-building game Settler's Domain will be released on August 25, 2026, for PC via Steam. Developed solo by rick, the game features pixel graphics and strategic gameplay where players manage resources, explore, and contend with other settlements.
DAICE Preview: A Dice-Powered Sci-Fi Roguelite Launches July 16
DAICE, a sci-fi roguelite where players use dice rolls for strategic combat, is set to launch on July 16. A demo is currently available for players to try out the unique dice-powered gameplay mechanics.
MONOPOLY: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains – Character Abilities Breakdown
MONOPOLY: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, launching June 30 for Xbox Series X|S, features 28 iconic Star Wars characters, each with unique abilities that can be combined for strategic advantage. Senior Line Designer Lola Guilldou provides insights into character pairings for location acquisition, battles, board movement, and credit acquisition, emphasizing balanced gameplay and team strategy.
Tactichord: Glam Strategy – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Tactichord: Glam Strategy is a turn-based tactics game where players convert haters into fans using the power of rock music in 1990s America. The game features unique band member abilities, customizable performances with original music by Chris Laney, and dialogue choices that affect band relationships. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
Idle Velmora - Free Online Browser Game
Idle Velmora is a free-to-play online browser strategy game that allows players to descend into a cursed kingdom. Players can engage in both active and idle gameplay, recruiting allies, upgrading their heroes, and battling epic bosses. The game features weekly updates, leaderboards, and limited-time events.
Next Week on XBOX: New Games for June 29 to July 3
Xbox has announced a slate of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between June 29 and July 3. Titles include RV There Yet?, Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains, EA SPORTS College Football 27, and many more indie and AA releases.
Railway Management Sim Rail Estate Approaches July 16th 2026 Release Date At Full Steam!
Holonautic announced that their railway management simulation game, Rail Estate, will be released on Steam on July 16th, 2026. The game will feature a single-player campaign, updated visuals, new gameplay elements, and Steam Deck support. Rail Estate combines strategy and management simulation elements, allowing players to compete against up to seven others to build the largest transportation business.