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Star Wars Zero Company Pre-Loads Are Live, Global Release Timings Revealed
Pre-loads for Star Wars Zero Company are now available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a worldwide release set for August 27th at 8 AM PDT. The game, developed by Bit Reactor and published by Electronic Arts, is a turn-based tactical title set during the Clone Wars era, featuring a unique 'Advantage' system for powerful team-wide abilities. The main campaign is expected to take 30 to 40 hours to complete.
This week's Epic Games free games are roguelite heaven, with an underworld and a mansion to explore
Epic Games Store is offering two free roguelite titles this week: OTXO and Sol Cesto. Sol Cesto is a tactical roguelite with an underworld theme and tabletop-style gameplay, while OTXO is a fast-paced, top-down shoot 'em up set in a randomly generated mansion. Both games are available for free from July 30 to August 6.
Fool King Announced
Firefly Studios has announced the launch of its new publishing arm, WuselFaktory. The first game to be released under this new label is Fool King, described as a tactical title.
"Dracula is King of England" - New immersive sim Vampirium: 1997 announced by Tron: Catalyst and Thomas Was Alone developer Bithell Games
Bithell Games, known for Tron: Catalyst and Thomas Was Alone, has announced Vampirium: 1997, a new immersive vampire sim. Players will act as an assassin for Dracula, the King of England, using dark gifts to eliminate enemies. The game features a top-down tactical perspective with time management mechanics and will be available on Steam Deck.
Cyberpunk Legends Into the Night TCG Launching Soon
The Night Crew Games announced Cyberpunk Legends Into The Night, a tactical, story-driven, sci-fi collectible card game set in the Cyberpunk universe. The game, which focuses on cooperative play and building five-card poker hands with precise visual cues, is set to launch in July. While not directly related to Cyberpunk 2077, it features familiar characters and returns the IP to its tabletop roots.
Astralight: Pilgrim’s Duel Opens Steam Page, Revealing a Solo-Developed Tactical PvP Card Battler
Astralight: Pilgrim's Duel, a free-to-play tactical PvP card battler developed by a solo developer known as ShootingStar, has launched its Steam page. The game features 1v1 strategic duels with deck building, hero selection, and various card types, with plans to expand into an online card RPG with PvE and social features.
SCP FOUNDATION: UNIVERSE HORROR - Official Reveal: Survive the Ultimate Horror Experience
SCP FOUNDATION: UNIVERSE HORROR has been officially revealed, offering players a tactical survival horror experience where they must manage resources and outsmart dangerous anomalies. The game features unpredictable AI and dynamic environments, promising unique and shareable moments for streamers and players alike.
Rune Dice launches May 19 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC
The tactical deckbuilder Rune Dice is set to launch on May 19 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features strategic deck-building mechanics.
Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime is out now for PC and the Switch
The comedy/music/adventure/tactical frog battle game Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime is now available for PC and Nintendo Switch. It is developed by Bonte Avond and published by offbrand games.
‘Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime’ is out now for PC and the Switch
Cult hit developer Bonte Avond and publisher offbrand games have released their comedy, music, adventure, and tactical frog battle game, Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime. The game is now available on PC and Nintendo Switch.
You thought you were scared before?
Slitherine and Ice Code Games have released a significant update for their Early Access title, Nightmare Frontier. The update overhauls the 'Fear of Death' enemy with a new model and weapon, introduces 'Breaches' that spawn Dreadweavers, and adds new skill trees for player enhancements. It also includes new objectives, weapons, items, and sidequests to improve the tactical extraction looter experience.
This week in PC games: a new Hooded Horse city-builder, some PS2-style horror, a school-day RPG and an absolutely tremendous catfish
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, from city-builders like Nova Roma and PS2-style horror in No Vacation for an Executioner, to RPGs such as Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy. Other notable titles include tactical pinball game Beast Breaker and the unique catfish-themed game The Wide Open Sky is Running out of Catfish.
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.
