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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.
No Man Sky’s Xeno Arena update has given me something I never knew I needed: Pokemon battling in VR
The Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky introduces turn-based creature battles, reminiscent of Pokemon, which can be experienced in VR. This feature adds significant depth to the game's companion system, encouraging players to register and level up more creatures. The author finds the VR implementation particularly engaging, fulfilling a childhood fascination with virtual creature combat.
Dosa Divas Review
Dosa Divas is a review of the game that explores themes of food, family trauma, and reconciliation. Players control sisters Amani and Samara, along with their mech Goddess, as they fight against the corporation LinaMeals to bring back cooking to a world reliant on paste tubes. The game features turn-based combat with elemental weaknesses and a cooking minigame, all within a vibrant visual style and accompanied by a fitting South Asian-inspired soundtrack.
Death end re;Quest Code Z announced for English release in Asia
Death end re;Quest Code Z will receive an English release on Nintendo Switch in Asia in late 2026, announced Eastasiasoft and Idea Factory. The dungeon RPG features 3D exploration, strategic turn-based combat, and multiple endings. A physical release, including a limited edition with exclusive items, will be available for pre-order on April 16, 2026.
Anime-style dungeon RPG Death end re;Quest Code Z arrives for Nintendo Switch as an Asian English edition in 2026
Death end re;Quest Code Z, an anime-style dungeon RPG from Compile Heart, is set to release for Nintendo Switch in Asia with English text and Japanese voiceovers in 2026. Eastasiasoft Limited is partnering with Idea Factory to bring the standalone spin-off to new audiences as a physical English edition, with pre-orders for limited and standard editions opening soon via Playasia.
Fight Life: Vanguard Released
Fight Life: Vanguard, a turn-based combat game developed by StartImpulse and Two Cakes Studio, has launched on PC via Steam. The game is currently available with a 20% launch discount.
Coming Out in gaming this week — April 13, 2026
This article highlights new game releases scheduled for the week of April 13, 2026. Titles include the narrative-driven cyberpunk platformer R.E.A.C.H., the fast-paced PvP shooter Last Flag, and the RPG dungeon crawler Regions of Ruin: Runegate. Other notable releases span genres like social simulation with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and action-adventure with Pragmata.
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.
Preview: SNES RPG Meets Celtic Tradition - Can 'Forge Of The Fae' Stand Out In The Pixel-Art Crowd?
Forge Of The Fae is a new pixel-art RPG from indie developer Datadyne that blends SNES-era inspirations with Celtic mythology and steampunk elements. The game features a unique turn-based combat system with Adrenaline Points for special skills and an ARC Crystal System for magic customization. While currently slated for a 2027 release on PC and consoles including Nintendo Switch, the developer aims to further lean into its Celtic roots.
Tears Revolude – A Classic JRPG Journey Rooted In Art, Memory And Destiny
Tears Revolude is a new JRPG from KEMCO and WorldWideSoftware, available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a story centered on a vanished artist and a journey of discovery, with classic turn-based combat and a unique progression system where abilities evolve through use. Optional boosts for experience, skill proficiency, and other elements are available in the Special Edition or as separate purchases.
Fulqrum Publishing Brings Three Titles to PlayStation Trials
Fulqrum Publishing has announced that three of its titles are now available as part of PlayStation Trials for PlayStation Plus Premium members. Players can experience "Deathless: The Hero Quest" for up to 3 hours, "Forgive Me Father 2" for up to 90 minutes, and "Fell Seal: Arbiter's Mark" for up to 4 hours. Progress made during these trials carries over to the full game purchase.
People Of Note Review | GameSpot
People Of Note is a musical adventure game that is enjoyable for its first half. However, the game's turn-based combat encounters become excessively long in the latter half, diminishing the overall fun.
No Man’s Sky’s Xeno Arena update mashes Pokemon into Star Wars holochess
Hello Games has released the Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky, introducing turn-based creature battles inspired by Pokemon and Star Wars holochess. Players can explore the universe to assemble and train teams of creature companions to test in simulated combat arenas, featuring hundreds of unique abilities and daily challenges.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Review
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection offers a darker, more mature narrative than its predecessor, focusing on the threat of the Crystal Encroachment to the Kingdoms of Azuria and Vermeil. The game refines turn-based combat and monster-raising mechanics, introducing new systems like habitat restoration and Monstie Synergy for a strategic RPG experience. With immaculate visuals, immersive sound design, and robust endgame content, it stands as a rewarding spin-off that honors the Monster Hunter DNA.
No Man's Sky Xeno Arena Update Wants You to Catch 'em All
Hello Games has released the Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky, introducing turn-based creature battles and a focus on collecting and training creatures. Players can test their creatures against others in simulated combat, with the update also bringing balance tweaks and quality-of-life improvements. The game is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
No Man’s Sky now has Pokémon-style creature battles
Hello Games has released a new update for No Man's Sky called Xeno Arena, introducing a turn-based creature battling system. Players can now train and evolve their adopted companions to compete in simulated battles, earning reputation and facing increasingly difficult opponents. The update adds strategic depth with creature affinities and genetic mutations.
No Man’s Sky 6.3 “Xeno Arena” update announced, patch notes – turn-based creature battles added
Hello Games has announced the upcoming version 6.3 "Xeno Arena" update for No Man's Sky, which will introduce turn-based creature battles. This new mechanic features hundreds of unique abilities, daily challenges, and allows players to assemble their adopted creatures into battle teams to fight against alien lifeforms and other players. The update also includes significant performance optimizations for Nintendo Switch and PC.
No Man’s Sky Xeno Arena update adds Pokémon-style battles
Hello Games has released the Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky, introducing a new feature that allows players to engage in turn-based creature battles similar to Pokémon. Players can discover and recruit alien creatures, train them, and battle them using Holo-Arena tables found on space stations. The update also includes an evolution system with genetic modifications to customize companions.
No Man’s Sky latest Update is Xeno Arena, adding in battles with alien creatures
Hello Games has released the Xeno Arena update for No Man's Sky, introducing simulated creature battles similar to Pokémon. Players can explore planets to find and assemble alien companions for turn-based tactical combat. The update allows for strategic battles, creature evolution through genetic modification, and challenges against other players or aliens.
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.