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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.
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Review
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle blends Mario characters with Ubisoft's Rabbids in a turn-based strategy game reminiscent of XCOM. While the writing and initial premise are strong, the gameplay loop becomes repetitive and the late-game difficulty spikes can make combat feel like a chore, ultimately leading to a somewhat disappointing experience despite some amazing moments.