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Five new Steam games you probably missed (March 23, 2026)
This article highlights five new games released on Steam in March 2026, including Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime, a tactical RPG; Lost Wiki: Kozlovka, an investigative mystery; Deadline Delivery, a physics-based delivery game; Heroes of Science and Fiction, a turn-based strategy title; and The Coin Game, an arcade-filled sandbox experience. The list aims to help players discover hidden gems amidst the daily deluge of new releases.
Hard West II coming to PS5, Xbox Series
Klabater and Good Shepherd Entertainment announced that Hard West II, a turn-based strategy game with a Wild West theme developed by Ice Code Games, will be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series. A specific release date has not yet been revealed.
Hard West II coming to PS5, Xbox Series
Hard West 2 is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, with a new "After Dark" update already released for PC. The supernatural turn-based strategy game is set in the American Old West. The update adds new content for the critically acclaimed title.
Slot or Not – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Slot or Not, a deck-building turn-based slot machine battling adventure, is now available in open beta. Players control Bun Dorian and their companion Slottie, a fighting slot machine, to save their village from evil fruits. The roguelike game features over 30 items and 25 trinkets to keep runs fresh, with no actual gambling mechanics involved.
New strategy game Headquarters Cold War escalates the conflict that never was
Headquarters Cold War is a new turn-based strategy game that expands upon its World War 2 predecessor. The game is set during a hypothetical conflict between NATO and the USSR, exploring an alternate history scenario.
Hard West II coming to PS5, Xbox Series
Hard West II, a turn-based strategy game with a Wild West theme developed by Ice Code Games, is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The game is being published by Klabater in cooperation with Good Shepherd Entertainment.
Review: Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime Oozes Charm
Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime is a charming turn-based strategy and deck-building game from Bonte Avond, featuring likable characters, a compelling narrative, and an excellent soundtrack. The game's strategic Frogtime battles, which involve collecting and deploying unique frogs on a grid, offer significant replayability. It is available on Nintendo Switch and PC.
Vampire Crawlers Release Date Brings Deckbuilding Goodness Next Month
Indie developer Poncle announced that the roguelike deckbuilder Vampire Crawlers will release on April 21st for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, with mobile versions to follow. The game is a spinoff of Vampire Survivors and features turn-based deckbuilding mechanics with roguelite elements.
Vampire Crawlers release date is in for Nintendo Switch, new trailer
Vampire Crawlers, the turn-based, card-driven roguelite follow-up to Vampire Survivors, will launch on April 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and other platforms. Developed by Poncle and Nosebleed Interactive, the game features deck-building, dungeon crawling, and snowballing turn-based combat.
‘PAX AMERICANA’ DLC FOR TURN-BASED GRAND STRATEGY ‘MAESTRO’S COLD WAR 2’ OUT NOW!
The Pax Americana DLC for the turn-based grand strategy game Maestro's Cold War 2 is now available on Steam. Developed by Cinetik, the DLC allows players to command the United States or USSR in the post-Cold War era of the 1990s and early 2000s, featuring new historical events and scenarios.
Final Fantasy: Turn-Based Strategies in a Real-Time Battle
This article discusses the evolution of combat systems in the Final Fantasy franchise, contrasting turn-based strategies with real-time battle mechanics. It argues that real-time combat is more realistic as enemies do not wait for players to strategize. The piece then transitions into a Christian devotional, relating life's challenges to battles and encouraging trust in God for guidance.
‘Thermonuclear’, ‘Magnus Trilogy’, Plus Today’s Other New Releases and Sales – TouchArcade
This article rounds up new game releases and sales for the Nintendo Switch on August 23rd, 2024. Featured new releases include Operation: Polygon Storm, Thermonuclear, and the Magnus Trilogy. Several notable games, including PowerWash Simulator and various Metro titles, are also on sale.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2026
The Future Games Show Spring Showcase revealed numerous upcoming video games, including Cordura, Stupid Never Dies, Dave The Diver: In The Jungle DLC, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Several titles like Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and WILL: Follow The Light received specific release dates in 2026, while others are slated for later this year or have demos available. The showcase featured world premieres, gameplay deep dives, and developer interviews across various genres and platforms.
Shardpunk coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on March 26
The turn-based tactical strategy game Shardpunk is set to launch on March 26 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game is being published by Retrovibe and developed by Clockwork Pill.
New tactics RPG Never's End blends Final Fantasy with the turbulent spell combos of Divinity: Original Sin
Never's End is a new tactics RPG that blends the visual style of Final Fantasy Tactics with the complex spell combo mechanics found in Divinity: Original Sin. Players lead possessed villagers against undead hordes, utilizing a unique heat transfer system to manipulate the environment and create strategic advantages. The game also features town-building elements and a narrative where the player's actions might inadvertently make them the villain.
Något för X-com-fansen – Xenonauts 2 får skarp release i april
Xenonauts 2, a turn-based strategy game inspired by classic X-COM titles, will launch on PC on April 2. The game entered early access in the summer of 2023 and has received positive reviews from players on Steam. The original Xenonauts was released in 2014.
Physics-Driven Car Combat Title War on Wheels Revealed
Psychic Software has revealed War on Wheels, a modern, tactical turn-based car combat game built upon the foundation of the 2006 vehicular combat MMO Darkwind. The game will allow players to build and upgrade battle cars with various chassis, weapon systems, and armor configurations, leveraging nearly two decades of community feedback. War on Wheels is available to wishlist on Steam.
Community-praised XCOM-like Xenonauts 2 exits early access in April 2026
Goldhawk Interactive announced that Xenonauts 2, a game praised by the community for its XCOM-like gameplay, will exit early access in April 2026. The turn-based strategy title has received positive feedback from players during its early access period.
Forge Alliances and Outwit Enemies in Three Kingdoms: Grand Strategy
Three Kingdoms: Grand Strategy, a new mobile game set during the turbulent Han dynasty, is now available on Android. The free-to-play title focuses on leadership, battlefield planning, and political maneuvering, allowing players to expand their faction's influence. The launch update includes new in-game events and systems.
Conquer the Sands: Rising Lords - The Pilgrim War Arrives April 21
The turn-based strategy game Rising Lords will receive its expansion, The Pilgrim War, on April 21 for PC, with console versions to follow later in the year. This expansion introduces a new campaign following Prince Matek of Asir Namur as he defends the desert realm of Atra from bandits and internal strife, featuring a new Atraman faction, buildings, and maps.
