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Dwarven Tactical RPG Runesmith Forges Its First Trailer For Indie Quest 2026!
Terahard Studios has revealed its first trailer for Runesmith, a turn-based tactical RPG featuring dwarven blacksmithing and extensive rune-forging mechanics. The game, which is the studio's first true RPG, will be available on PC and is now wishlisted on Steam. The trailer premiered during the Indie Quest 2026 Showcase.
Regalcraft Games’ Turn‑Based RPG ONE FENIX DOWN Joins Steam Next Fest This June
Regalcraft Games announced that its turn-based RPG, ONE FENIX DOWN, will be featured at Steam Next Fest from June 15-22, offering a playable demo and a new gameplay trailer. The game, inspired by 90s Japanese RPGs, is scheduled for a September 2026 release on PC. Founder RC Dunn expressed excitement about sharing the game with a wider audience during the event.
One Fenix Down Demo Joins Steam Next Fest This June
Regalcraft Games announced that its turn-based RPG, One Fenix Down, will be featured at Steam Next Fest from June 15-22, with a playable demo available now on Steam. The game, inspired by 90s Japanese RPGs, is planned for a September 2026 launch and will include over 40 hours of content.
Stardust: Wish of Witch Out Now on Steam
Kniv Studio has released Stardust: Wish of Witch on PC via Steam. This turn-based SRPG features cinematic pixel-art animation, card-based combat mechanics, and story-driven battles. The game follows two friends on a fantasy adventure shaped by stars and fate, blending classic SRPG foundations with modern card systems for tactical depth.
Japanese-style sci-fi fantasy Gravastar revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
Studio Atma has revealed Gravastar, a Japanese-style turn-based RPG with a sci-fi fantasy setting, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features a unique conditional turn-based battle system inspired by fighting games and a story-driven campaign. Further details on the launch timing will be announced later.
Japanese-inspired sci-fi fantasy RPG Gravastar announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Studio Atma has announced Gravastar, a Japanese-inspired turn-based RPG with science-fiction and fantasy elements. The game is slated for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Infinite Alliance adds CrossCode, Seed of Nostalgia, and Cosmic Star Heroine characters
Infinite Alliance, a crossover turn-based RPG, is adding characters from the independent Japanese-style RPGs CrossCode, Seed of Nostalgia, and Cosmic Star Heroine. The game features a roster of characters from various indie titles.
Demos and Freebies
Dungeons of DUSK, a turn-based dungeon crawling RPG set between episodes of the cult classic FPS, is available as a demo on Steam for PC. The game is described as a classic dungeon crawler.
STARBITES Review
Starbites is a turn-based RPG that captures the essence of PlayStation 2-era JRPGs with its earnest storytelling and vibrant aesthetic. Developed by IKINAGAMES and published by NIS America, the game features a charming narrative about a debt-ridden heroine named Lukida and a tactical combat system inspired by Octopath Traveler. While praised for its characters, voice acting, and satisfying gameplay, the review notes a lack of rewards for higher difficulties and a missed opportunity with the equipment system's visual customization.
Echo Generation 2 Lands Day One On Game Pass!
Echo Generation 2 has launched day one on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers, available on Xbox Series X|S and PC with Play Anywhere support. The sequel shifts from small-town mystery to sci-fi, featuring six playable characters, deckbuilding combat with over 150 cards, and a unique voxel art style.
Calame, a turn-based tactical RPG, announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Nextale Games has announced Calame, a turn-based tactical RPG featuring a unique "Correction" mechanic that allows players to alter terrain mid-combat. The game is set to release in 2026 for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Players will lead two rival factions in a fight against a tyrannical king, with choices impacting the story and character relationships.
Turn-based tactical RPG Calame announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Nextale Games has announced Calame, a new single-player isometric strategy RPG. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, blending deep, classic strategy elements.
Monster Crown: Sin Eater Review
Monster Crown: Sin Eater, a sequel to the 2021 game, offers a darker take on the monster-battling genre with its pixel art and excellent soundtrack. However, the game suffers from a lack of direction, bland monster designs, and a poor difficulty curve, making it less engaging than similar titles like Pokémon or Cassette Beasts.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch picks up where Daemonhunters' XCOM-ish gorefest left off
Complex Games has announced Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch, a direct sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters. This new turn-based tactical RPG will feature enhanced squad customization, a variety of missions, and new playable forces. The game is set to release on PC, with a wishlist available on Steam, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.
TOMORROW IS GONE! Indie Strategy Game releases this Winter!
Hybrid Fiction Games announced that their turn-based strategy RPG, Stratagem Lost, will be released this Winter for PC. The game's Steam demo has also been updated with new content. Stratagem Lost is a single-player indie title featuring a punk aesthetic, a blend of strategy RPG and visual novel elements, and over 30 hours of gameplay.
STARBITES Launches On Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
STARBITES, a turn-based sci-fi RPG developed by IKINAGAMES and published by NIS America, has launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a desert planet setting, turn-based combat with a focus on enemy weaknesses, and exploration using customizable Motorbots.
Warhammer Doubles Down With Deathmaster And Chaos Gate: Deathwatch Reveals
Two new Warhammer games were revealed at the Warhammer Skulls showcase: Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D stealth-action platformer from Dotemu and Old Skull Games, and Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a turn-based tactical RPG sequel from Frontier Developments and Complex Games. Both titles are slated for release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with Deathmaster also coming to Nintendo Switch.
STAND VIGIL AGAINST YOUR FOE. WARHAMMER 40,000: CHAOS GATE – DEATHWATCH ANNOUNCED FOR PC AND CONSOLES
Frontier Developments plc and Complex Games, in collaboration with Warhammer, have announced Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch. This turn-based tactical RPG sequel will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, tasking players with commanding an elite Deathwatch Kill Team against Xenos threats and Chaos forces.
Warhammer 40000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch announced
Frontier Foundry and Complex Games have announced Warhammer 40000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a new turn-based tactical RPG. The game is a sequel to Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters and will feature new units, squad customization, and broader class identity. It is in development for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Eons Away – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Eons Away is a solo-developed turn-based RPG set in the mystical realm of Orya, which is threatened by corruption across multiple timelines. The game features hand-painted visuals, traditional combat with innovative moral choice tracking, soulpact summons, and companion recruitment. Players can sign up for the beta to experience the game's unique corruption system and exploration.
