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War on Wheels Brings Physics-Driven Car Combat to a Post-Apocalyptic Wasteland
War on Wheels is a turn-based vehicular combat game from Psychic Software, set to release on PC via Steam with other platforms planned. The game features physics-driven combat, vehicle construction, a single-player campaign, and online deathracing leagues, building upon the studio's previous MMO, Darkwind.
Rise from Ruin is Age of Wonders 4's best DLC yet
The Rise from Ruin DLC for Age of Wonders 4 is considered its best expansion to date, introducing improved combat mechanics, more strategic spellcasting, and a compelling new culture. This expansion significantly enhances the overall gameplay experience.
Finish the fight - Xenonauts 2 leaves early access next month
Hooded Horse and Goldhawk Interactive announced that Xenonauts 2 will leave early access on April 2, 2026, for PC platforms including Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. The tactical strategy game, which has sold over 160,000 copies since its July 2023 early access launch, will receive its 1.0 update with significant improvements and new content.
JAGGED ALLIANCE: RAGE - Expect the worst, hope for even worse
Jagged Alliance: Rage!, developed by Cliffhanger Productions and published by THQ Nordic, is a new entry in the turn-based strategy series. The game is set to release on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One in Autumn 2018. The article expresses significant concern over the game's departure from the series' core tenets, citing simplified gameplay, a focus on anti-heroes, and cartoonish graphics as potential drawbacks.
Ribbit Rogue – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Ribbit Rogue is a turn-based deck-builder roguelike where players craft dice pools to reclaim their swamp. The game features dice with unique actions and abilities that can be upgraded or swapped, along with relics for powerful combos. Beta sign-ups are now open for the game.
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown Review 🖖
Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown is a turn-based resource management and survival game where players make choices that influence the story of Voyager. While the combat can be lengthy and the game suffers from some bugs and a lack of voice acting, its rewarding upgrade system and immersive cinematics make it an addictive experience.
Claw and Order - Mewgenics Review
Mewgenics is a turn-based roguelike from Edmund McMillen where players breed cats for tactical combat. The game features a unique art style, challenging gameplay that rewards careful planning, and a distinctive soundtrack. Despite its macabre humor and confrontational art, Mewgenics offers a deep strategic experience that stands out in the genre.
Top Indie Game Releases of January 2026, Part 3 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – From haunted board games to WW2 narrative deduction – GTOGG
This article highlights several promising indie game releases scheduled for the third week of January 2026. Featured titles include Turnbound, a stylish auto-battler; MIO: Memories in Orbit, a metroidvania; Blightstone, a turn-based strategy roguelike; Duel Corp., a souls-inspired RPG; LORT, an action roguelite; and TR-49, a narrative deduction game inspired by World War II computer mysteries.
Pokémon's 10th generation Winds and Waves will not release until 2027 and is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2
Pokémon Winds and Waves, the 10th generation mainline Pokémon game, has been revealed for a 2027 global simultaneous release exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2. The trailer showcased new Pokémon, diverse environments inspired by Southeast Asia, and the three starter Pokémon: Grass-type Browt, Fire-type Pombon, and Water-type Gecqua.
Use your train to smash bandits into a cliff in the updated Fogpiercer demo
Fogpiercer, a turn-based strategy roguelike deckbuilder, has an updated demo available during Steam Next Fest. The game features on-rails combat where players use cards to control their train and manipulate enemies into obstacles. The demo includes two playable drivers, Monica and Pan, and offers a native Linux build.
As Mewgenics rolls out its latest patch, the creators have been "mapping out DLC 1" and they're "getting a little bit excited about it"
The developers of the roguelike Mewgenics are actively planning its first downloadable content, with creators Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel expressing excitement about the upcoming expansion. The game recently achieved a record for concurrent players on Steam, and the developers are also addressing player feedback and bug fixes in recent patches.
New Strategy RPG 'Brigandine: Abyss' Is Coming To Switch 2 This August
Brigandine: Abyss, a new strategy RPG, is set to launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 27, 2026. NIS America and Happinet are publishing the title, which will feature six different story campaigns and a Mission Mode with 24 playable factions. An Asian/multi-language physical release supporting English will be available on a game cartridge.
Turn-based strategy title "Unto Deepest Depths" announced for Switch (UPDATE)
Flynn's Arcade has announced that the turn-based strategy roguelite Unto Deepest Depths will be released on Nintendo Switch on December 11th, 2025. The game features tactical combat where all units must move and attack each turn, procedurally generated environments, and unit upgrades.
Civilization VII "Developer Update" for Sept. 2025 details what's coming next
Firaxis Games shared details about the September 2025 update for Civilization VII, which is set to launch on September 30th, 2025. The update focuses on the strategic decisions players will make to shape their evolving empires, choose legendary leaders, and construct cities and wonders.
Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp – Nintendo Switch 2 (4K Gameplay)
Gameplay footage of Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp running on the Nintendo Switch 2 shows smoother performance with faster load times, a locked 30 fps frame rate, and 4K upscaling in docked mode. The game also features a locked 30 fps frame rate in handheld mode, with battle cutaways running at 60 fps.
Heroes Chronicles - Present Perfect Gaming
This review examines Heroes Chronicles, a series of standalone campaigns for Heroes of Might and Magic III released in 2000-2001. While the core gameplay remains excellent and familiar to fans of the series, the narrative of the first chapter, Warlords of the Wasteland, is criticized for its linearity and lack of player agency, despite its intriguing premise of Tarnum's origin story.
Best GBA Games: Top 30 Game Boy Advance Titles
This article lists the top 30 Game Boy Advance games, highlighting the console's powerful hardware and impressive library. It features a variety of genres, from strategy RPGs like Final Fantasy Tactics Advance to action-packed titles like Metroid Fusion and platformers like Super Mario Advance 2.
Review by Wildermyth. A masterpiece indie RPG that you missed
Wildermyth is a standout indie RPG that combines party-based mechanics, turn-based tactical combat, and a deep global strategy map. Despite a quiet release and a deliberately low-budget aesthetic, the game offers unique narrative choices and engaging gameplay. Its strengths lie in its emergent storytelling, distinct comic-book art style, and excellent musical score, though its high learning curve and graphics may deter some players.
Warpips Review: The Doctor's Assessment - Doctors of Gaming
Warpips is a real-time strategy game that blends the quick burst gameplay of Flash-era titles with an emphasis on long-term strategic planning. Players command mercenary units in turn-based invasions, managing limited resources to overcome increasingly difficult opponents. While the PC version on Steam offers a solid foundation, the lack of a multiplayer mode is a notable omission for a game built for competitive play.
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Review | Giant Bomb
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle offers a unique blend of Mario characters and Ubisoft's Rabbids in a turn-based strategy game that initially impresses with its depth and writing. While the core gameplay is solid, the combat becomes a chore in the latter half due to enemy design and a lack of variety, ultimately marring the overall experience despite its creative premise and humorous moments.
