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Art-Driven Tactical RPG Annulus is Out Now
The tactical RPG Annulus, developed by NIRVANA, is now available for free on PC via Steam, and on mobile via the App Store and Google Play. The game features a unique art-driven dark fantasy aesthetic, innovative battlefield design, and deep strategic gameplay with accessible controls. Annulus boasts over 1.5 million pre-registrations worldwide and aims to redefine the strategy RPG genre.
CyberConnect2-Developed Tactical JRPG 'Fuga: Melodies of Steel' is Coming to Mobile Devices This Summer
CyberConnect2 announced that the tactical RPG Fuga: Melodies of Steel will be released on iOS and Android devices in Summer 2026. The mobile version will include the full game and all previously released Deluxe Edition and cosmetic DLC content at no additional cost. Controls have been optimized for touchscreen play, and the game will support multiple languages.
RPG Monster Tamer EvoCreo 2 Battles Inhabitants of Shoru on Steam today
EvoCreo 2, a tactical monster-catching RPG from Ilmfinity Studios, has launched on PC via Steam for $19.99 USD. The game features over 300 species of Creo to capture and evolve, a strategic combat system, and over 30 hours of offline gameplay. An online multiplayer update is planned for release later this year.
Demos and Freebies
Revenge of the Firstborn is a story-rich, tactical turn-based RPG based on classic 3.5 SRD rulesets, now available on Steam for PC. Players lead a party of heroes to uncover the origin of the Firstborn and make impactful decisions.
10 best video game hidden gems on PS5, Xbox and Nintendo Switch
This article highlights ten overlooked video games available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch that deserve more attention. It features titles like Returnal, Marvel's Midnight Suns, and Astral Chain, discussing their unique qualities and commercial underperformance.
Restore The Flow of Life in Ex Sanguis - An XCOM-Style Roguelite from the Othercide Creators, Coming to Steam Early Access on May 21
Lightbulb Crew announced that their new turn-based strategy roguelite, Ex Sanguis, will launch on PC via Steam Early Access on May 21st. The game features strategic combat with timeline effects and environmental interactions, and the developers plan for a six-month Early Access period to refine the experience based on player feedback.
MicroProse Announces Scourge of the Reptiles, a Tactical RPG Where Dinosaurs Become Weapons of War
MicroProse has announced Scourge of the Reptiles, a party-based tactical RPG featuring dinosaurs as both allies and weapons. The game will launch on PC via Steam and includes turn-based tactical combat, deep systemic design, and a prehistoric world transformed by magic. Players will command a party of warriors, sorcerers, and dinosaur companions in a 35-hour campaign.
I Departed from My A-Rank Party to Assist My Former Students in Conquering the Dungeon Depths: Game Announcement - GameHaunt
Com2uS has announced a video game adaptation of the light novel and anime series I Left My A-Rank Party to Help My Former Students Reach the Dungeon Depths. Revealed at AnimeJapan 2026, the game is expected to be a tactical dungeon RPG with party management elements. While platforms and release dates are unconfirmed, Com2uS is expanding beyond its mobile roots into console and PC markets, with potential releases on iOS, Android, PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.
Disgaea Mayhem Preview – Chaos, Comedy, & Action Collide
Disgaea Mayhem marks the franchise's first foray into the action-RPG genre, blending musou-style combat with Disgaea's signature charm and humor. The preview highlights fast-paced gameplay, customizable weapon styles, and memorable characters, with a summer 2026 release window planned for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Long-Forgotten PSP RPG Series Returns to PS5, PS4 Soon
The PSP tactical RPG series R-Type Tactics is returning as R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC in June 2026. This remaster bundles the original R-Type Tactics and its Japanese-only sequel, R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate, adding new missions and featuring multiple campaigns.
Sakura Wars 30th Anniversary Logo Revealed as Sega Teases Merchandise
Sega has revealed the official 30th-anniversary logo for the Sakura Wars franchise, originally created by Oji Hiroi and first released in 1996. The company also teased that details regarding merchandise will be shared soon. The series, known for its blend of tactical RPG, visual novel, and dating-sim elements, follows women piloting mechs in a fictionalized Taishō era Japan.
Revenge of the Firstborn Demo Launches April 2nd, Day 1 of Dark Dungeon Days Event
A playable demo for the tactical turn-based RPG Revenge of the Firstborn will launch on April 2nd, coinciding with the start of the Dark Dungeon Days event on Steam. The demo offers a standalone adventure set at level 5, featuring exploration, combat against a vampire, and a unique boss encounter. The full game is developed by Sawtooth Games and will also be available on PC.
XCOM meets Rashomon in Vaunted, a tactical RPG where your characters can rewrite history from their perspective
Vaunted is a sci-fi tactical RPG from Lost Lake Games, published by Hooded Horse, that blends turn-based strategy with real-time action. The game features a run-based format where player decisions and character deaths can rewrite history from different perspectives, with a roguelite system for unlocking upgrades. Led by James Phinney, the game is expected to launch later this year.
Soren Johnson on keeping his game studio small: 'You get better games if you take longer to make games'
Soren Johnson, co-founder of Mohawk Games, discusses the studio's strategy of remaining small to produce higher quality games over longer development cycles. Mohawk Games, known for 'Old World' and 'Offworld Trading Company,' is releasing new DLC for 'Old World' and plans to continue focusing on niche titles.
Time Travel Tactical RPG Launches on Steam and Nintendo Switch this April 23
The tactical RPG Reptilian Rising, featuring time travel and claymation visuals, is set to launch on April 23 for Nintendo Switch and Steam. Developed by Gregarious Games and Robot Circus, and published by Numskull Games, the game pits players against reptilian monsters across seven historical periods. Digital editions are priced starting at $29.99.
Aether & Iron Review - Stratosphere Boulevard
Aether & Iron is a decopunk tactical RPG visual novel set in an alternate 1930s New York where anti-gravity technology has taken civilization into the sky. The game features a strong narrative with a compelling lead character, a unique setting, and engaging turn-based car combat, though some mechanics could benefit from more polish and variety. Despite minor technical issues in the review build, the game's infectious affection for its genre and influences makes for a memorable experience.
Star Wars: Zero Company Brings Fire Emblem-Style Consequences To Its Battles
Star Wars: Zero Company will feature a permadeath mode inspired by Fire Emblem, where accumulating three battlefield injuries will result in a character's permanent removal from the game. Narrative lead Aaron Contreras revealed this feature was added midway through development, emphasizing the Star Wars theme of loss. The protagonist, Hawks, is the only character exempt from permadeath.
War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius Shutting Down
Square Enix has announced that the Japanese version of War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius will cease service on May 28, 2026. The company thanked players for their support and apologized for the shutdown, citing an inability to satisfy customers any longer. Premium currency purchases will end, but existing currency can be used until the game goes offline, with remaining currency eligible for refunds.
Xbox Partner Preview 2026: Everything Revealed!
The Xbox Partner Preview 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming games from third-party developers for Xbox consoles and PC. Highlights included new looks at Stranger Than Heaven, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, alongside reveals for titles like Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish and Serious Sam: Shatterverse. Many featured games are Xbox Play Anywhere compatible.
Let's Recap The Xbox Partner Preview For March 2026 | Console Creatures
The Xbox Partner Preview for March 2026 showcased numerous third-party titles coming to Xbox platforms. Highlights included new trailers and release window updates for games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and Hades 2, with many titles confirmed for Xbox Game Pass.
