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Recension – Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave lämnar ingen oberörd
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is a worthy successor to Fire Emblem: Three Houses, offering deep intrigue and tactical battles on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features multiple branching storylines and characters, allowing players to engage with the narrative at their own pace. While the core gameplay remains traditional, new mechanics like Blaze Arts add fresh depth to combat.
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is aiming to be the "definitive" game for the setting, and I think it might be exactly that
Creative Assembly aims to create the definitive Warhammer 40,000 game with Total War: Warhammer 40,000, a grand strategy title that introduces significant changes to the series' formula. The game emphasizes ranged combat, cover systems, and unique mechanics like orbital deep strikes, drawing inspiration from the tabletop game and classic RTS titles like Dawn of War. Despite its complexity, the developers believe the game will be their most approachable yet, featuring a dedicated tutorial campaign.
FZ Play spelar Star Wars Zero Company ikväll
FZ Play will be streaming Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based strategy game developed by Bit Reactor that blends XCOM-style combat with a story set during the Clone Wars. The stream will focus on tactical decisions and character survival, with viewers encouraged to participate in the chat. The article also lists upcoming streams for August and September.
Star Wars Zero Company review: The spaceship of misfit toys
Star Wars Zero Company is a strategy RPG that promises a gritty, authentic story but ultimately falls short due to uninspired writing and a weak villain. While the tactical combat mechanics are fun and reminiscent of XCOM, the narrative fails to deliver on its potential, leaning into generic Star Wars tropes. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Death Stranding meets party-based tactical combat in mesmerising open world RPG Fog'n'Silence, in which you lead twisted humans through the Afterlife
Fog'n'Silence is a new open-world RPG from Hello Andromeda that blends party-based tactical combat with inspirations from Kenshi, Death Stranding, and Outer Wilds. Players lead a group of Vagrants through the Afterlife, facing transmogrifying fog, blind monsters, and simultaneous-turn combat, with roguelike elements and persistent knowledge carried over between runs.
Star Wars Zero Company’s Final Trailer Teases High Stakes and a Special Clone Wars Cameo
The final trailer for Star Wars Zero Company has been released, offering a glimpse into the tactical combat and customization options. The trailer also teases a cameo from Captain Rex from The Clone Wars. The game launches on August 27th for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a typical playthrough expected to last 30 to 40 hours.
Montabi review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Montabi is a creature-collecting roguelike that successfully blends monster taming, deckbuilding, and tactical combat. Developed by Mankibo and published by Akupara Games, the game was rebuilt from the ground up, resulting in a cohesive experience that rewards experimentation and replayability. The review highlights the satisfying tactical grid combat, the distinct deck for each creature, and the rewarding progression systems, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked Rolls Onto Xbox Later This Year
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked is coming to Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Handheld later this year, supporting Xbox Play Anywhere and cross-play with other platforms including Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Meta Horizon, and PlayStation. Developed by Resolution Games, the cooperative tactical adventure will allow up to four players to journey through the Forgotten Realms with streamlined mechanics inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. CEO Tommy Palm expressed excitement about bringing the game to Xbox's passionate co-op community.
Vel Seraph: Seed One DEMO - Free Online Browser Game
Vel Seraph: Seed One DEMO is a free online browser game that allows players to explore a dystopian city, make moral choices, and engage in tactical combat. The game requires no downloads and is playable instantly in a web browser, with additional mentions of other browser games like Mobile Flappy Bee and Mobile Adventure Quest.
12 Games Like Baldur's Gate 3 (Organized by What You Actually Loved) | TAG
This guide recommends games similar to Baldur's Gate 3, organized by what players enjoyed most, such as companions, tactical combat, or co-op. It highlights titles like Disco Elysium for narrative fans, Divinity: Original Sin 2 for tactical depth and co-op, and It Takes Two for pure cooperative experiences. Larian Studios is confirmed to be working on a new Divinity game, with a Baldur's Gate 3 TV series also in development.
Mistbound, The First Digital Card Game Set in the Guild Wars Universe, Announced
Mistbound, the first digital collectible card game set in the Guild Wars universe, has been announced by NC and published by bilibili. Officially licensed by ArenaNet, the game will be available on Android and iOS. Mistbound features deckbuilding, a tactical grid-based battlefield system with dynamic movement, and incorporates lore, artwork, and music from the Guild Wars series.
I might have hit that hospital with a high explosive shell, but Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator hit me right in the feels
Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator offers a tactile and engaging simulation experience, focusing on the detailed process of operating a massive artillery unit. While the gameplay loop of calculating trajectories and firing shells is thrilling, the game introduces a layer of moral complexity by highlighting the unintended civilian and allied casualties, leaving the player conflicted about their actions in the war.
Wish you could play Baldur's Gate 3 on Nintendo Switch 2? Another brilliant D&D RPG just hit the platform in…
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked, a digital board game with tactical card-based combat and D&D themes, has launched on Nintendo Switch. The game is also available on PlayStation 5, PC, and Meta Quest with cross-platform multiplayer, and received a free update adding new content, including a new playable orc druid character.
Throwback strategy RPG Dark Deity 3 announced
Publisher Indie.io and developer Sword & Axe have announced Dark Deity III, the next installment in their tactical RPG series. The game is in development for Windows PC via Steam, with a release date yet to be announced. The sequel promises a sweeping story across nations and the afterlife, featuring tactical grid-based combat, deep unit customization, and replayability through a built-in randomizer.
War Robots Now Available on PlayStation Consoles
War Robots is now available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, bringing its tactical mech combat and team-based battles to console players. The game emphasizes positioning, teamwork, and strategic decision-making. While currently on PlayStation, Xbox versions are expected to follow soon.
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II Review
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II offers a compelling narrative and strong fan service, but is ultimately let down by overly linear gameplay and repetitive combat. Despite a promising start and solid turn-based mechanics, the sequel fails to significantly improve upon its predecessor. Technical issues and long loading times on PlayStation 5 further detract from the experience.
Runesmith Revealed With First Trailer at Indie Quest 2026
Terahard Studios revealed Runesmith, a turn-based tactical RPG focused on dwarven craftsmanship and revenge, with its first trailer at the Indie Quest 2026 Showcase. The game features a rune-smithing system for creating weapons and armor, with effects that can chain in combat. Players will recruit adventurers, improve their forge, and embark on quests in various dangerous locations.
The battle begins in NEBULOUS: Fleet Command’s campaign update
Hooded Horse and Eridanus Industries have released the first act of the narrative campaign for their tactical space combat game, NEBULOUS: Fleet Command. This update includes 16 missions, co-op multiplayer support, a campaign editor, and a graphics upgrade with 4K textures. The game is also receiving its first localization, adding support for 12 languages and is available on PC via Steam Early Access.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch sequel announced for PC, PS5 & Xbox Series X|S
Complex Games and Frontier Developments have announced Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a sequel to Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters. The turn-based tactical combat game is set for a simultaneous release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It will feature refined combat, new enemy factions, and larger battlefields with the player commanding a Deathwatch Kill Team.
WARHAMMER 40,000: MECHANICUS II LAUNCHES ON PC & CONSOLES WITH EPIC NEW TRAILER
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II has launched on Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, featuring playable Necron legions and Adeptus Mechanicus factions. The sequel expands on the turn-based tactical gameplay with new environmental mechanics and expanded unit management. An epic launch trailer was also revealed during Warhammer Skulls.
