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Star Wars fans say if you love The Clone Wars and Bad Batch, you should play Zero Company
Star Wars fans are recommending the strategy game Star Wars: Zero Company, particularly for those who enjoyed The Clone Wars and The Bad Batch. Players praise its story, worldbuilding, and authentic dialogue, calling it a "labor of love" for the animated series. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Shack Chat: What was your favorite reveal from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026?
Shacknews staff members shared their favorite reveals from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026. Highlights included Stage Tour, LEGO Skylines, Mega Man Dual Override, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Rainbow Six Tactics. Several staff members expressed particular excitement for LEGO Skylines, a new city-building game from Paradox Interactive.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026: Every Major Announcement, Reveal and Trailer | Invision Game Community
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and its new expansion, Songs of the Past, being major surprises. Other highlights included new looks at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Path of Exile 2, and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside reveals for new titles like Nodus Fall and Afterworld. The event also confirmed release dates for several games targeting 2026 and 2027, indicating a strong lineup for the coming years.
Star Wars Zero Company Review
This review praises Star Wars Zero Company as an excellent tactical game that captures the cinematic feel of the Star Wars Jedi series. The game offers a compelling experience for fans of the franchise.
Star Wars Zero Company is deep strategy wrapped in a beautiful package
Star Wars Zero Company is a turn-based strategy game that blends deep tactical combat with extensive character and squad customization. The game features a unique Star Wars story with original characters and a presentation that rivals AAA titles. Its base-building and character bonding mechanics offer a sense of place and attachment not often seen in the genre, making it a potentially strong entry point for newcomers.
Celebrate the best in tactical games with TactiCon 2026
TactiCon 2026, a digital event focused on tactical and strategy games, is currently underway on Steam until July 13. The event features discounts of up to 94% on numerous titles, demos, and new reveals from publishers like Hooded Horse and Firesquid. Notable games highlighted include Vultures Scavengers of Death, Prelude Dark Pain, C-Beams, Rogue Carrier, Northgard Battlegrounds, and Rami Ismail's new game, Australia Did It.
Hooded Horse brings world-class strategy and tactics games to the 2026 Steam Summer Sale!
Hooded Horse is participating in the Steam Summer Sale, offering discounts of up to 80% on its portfolio of strategy and tactical games. The publisher also highlighted recent releases and milestones for titles like Xenonauts 2, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, and 9 Kings. Upcoming plans include the release of Fogpiercer and Sandustry, and a new game announcement at TactiCon.
Star Wars Zero Company confirmed for August release as former XCOM devs debut action-packed gameplay trailer
Star Wars Zero Company, a new strategy game from XCOM veterans at Bit Reactor, will launch on August 27 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game features turn-based tactical gameplay set during the Clone Wars, with players controlling a mercenary outfit called Zero Company.
Dotemu veröffentlicht Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes
Dotemu has released Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, a new story-driven tactical roguelite game inspired by the Battlestar Galactica series, on Steam and GOG. Developed by Alt Shift in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, the game features strategic combat and high replayability. A Commander Edition, including the soundtrack and artbook, is also available.
Full Metal Sergeant 2 Eliminates RNG from Combat — Every Shot Counts
Developer Flaick has released Full Metal Sergeant 2, a sequel that overhauls traditional tactical combat by removing RNG and hit chance, making every shot count. This change emphasizes positioning and strategic decision-making, rewarding skill over luck. The game also features a revamped recruit system and improved visual clarity to enhance the player experience.
Battlefield 6 Introduces Operation Augur, Drops April 14 Alongside Hunter/Prey
Battlefield 2042 has revealed Operation Augur, the final phase of Season 2, which introduces a new game mode focused on cat-and-mouse gameplay between NATO and Pax Armada. Players will fight for control of various sectors within Hagental Base, utilizing a range of weapons, explosives, and strategic devices. The update is scheduled to launch on April 14.
This forgotten Civ spin-off is now under $1 along with 11 other tactical games in this new Humble Bundle
The forgotten city-builder spin-off CivCity: Rome is now available for under $1 as part of a new Humble Bundle. The bundle offers 12 tactical games, including the Civilization spin-off, for $8. CivCity: Rome focuses on managing a smaller Roman settlement rather than a sprawling empire.
Tiny Metal 2 Opens Steam Co-Op Playtest on April 2 Ahead of Spring 2027 Launch
Area 35 has announced a limited Steam playtest for Tiny Metal 2, running from April 2 to April 29, offering players their first hands-on experience with the tactical wargame sequel. The playtest will feature single-player and local co-op modes, introducing new mechanics like Focus Fire and up to four-player battles, with a full launch planned for spring 2027.
WARHAMMER BLOOD BOWL VIDEO GAME ADAPTATION LAUNCHES SPRING 2026
NACON and Cyanide Studio announced Warhammer Blood Bowl, a new video game adaptation of the tabletop game, set to launch in Spring 2026 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. Players who own Blood Bowl 3 will receive the new game for free. A demo featuring the new 'Rumble' game mode will be available on Steam from March 18 to March 25, 2026.
