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Total War: Warhammer 40,000 Closed Beta Sign-ups Live, New Dev Diary Delves Into Planet Creation
Creative Assembly has opened sign-ups for the closed beta of Total War: Warhammer 40,000, a strategy game coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. A new developer diary details the planet creation system, which allows for varied environments and architectural details, alongside showcasing massive battles with detailed destruction.
See more Total War: Warhammer 40,000, and sign up for the closed beta
Creative Assembly has shared new footage and details for Total War: Warhammer 40,000, confirming that a closed beta will be available later this year. The game will feature iconic characters like Yarrick and Ghazghkull Thraka and will be playable on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, marking the first time the series will be available on consoles.
We got a fresh look at Total War: Warhammer 40k and, friends, I'm already on board to do some horrible things to…
A new look at Total War: Warhammer 40,000 reveals a grimdark science fiction setting with massive-scale battles between Space Marines, Chaos, and Orks. Developer Creative Assembly is preparing for upcoming beta windows, building on the success of the earlier Total War: Warhammer series.
Southeast Asian Game Showcase spotlight – Montabi
Montabi is a monster-taming strategy game where players assemble a team of creatures to battle opponents on a 3x3 grid. The game features over 60 unique Montabi, deck-building mechanics, and equipment customization. A playable demo is available on Steam, with a full release planned for August 7th, 2026.
Star Wars Zero Company launches in August
Electronic Arts, Bit Reactor, and Respawn Entertainment have announced that Star Wars Zero Company, a new single-player turn-based strategy game, will launch on August 27th for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game is set during the Clone Wars and features customizable characters and squad-based tactical combat.
Svenskutvecklade, HOMM-liknande Songs of Conquest är gratis hos Epic
Epic Games is offering the Swedish-developed turn-based strategy game Songs of Conquest for free. The game draws inspiration from the classic Heroes of Might and Magic series. Additionally, the pirate-themed tactical game Rogue Waters is also available for free.
This week's Epic Games Store freebies are turn-based treats that'll take you to fantasy lands and the high seas
The Epic Games Store is offering Rogue Waters and Songs of Conquest for free this week. Rogue Waters is a tactical roguelite with ship combat and boarding phases, while Songs of Conquest is a fantasy RPG inspired by classic titles like Heroes of Might and Magic. Both games can be claimed permanently between May 4 and May 11.
There’s Another Star Wars Game Coming This Year, And It’s Reportedly Closer Than You Think
Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based strategy game from Bit Reactor and Respawn Entertainment, is reportedly set to launch on August 27 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game, set during the Clone Wars era, will feature a single-player campaign and is expected to debut a gameplay trailer at Summer Game Fest. Pricing will differ between PC and console versions, with a Digital Deluxe edition also planned.
XCOM-Like Star Wars Zero Company Release Date Leaks — and It's Coming Sooner Than You Might Think
A new leak suggests that the turn-based strategy title Star Wars Zero Company is set to release in the next couple of months. The game is described as an XCOM-like experience.
Enter the Chronosphere is a ridiculously stylish and engaging turn-based bullet hell
Enter the Chronosphere is a stylish turn-based bullet hell game that combines real-time combat adrenaline with tactical thinking, where time only moves when the player moves. The game features procedurally generated levels, unlockable characters with unique styles, and a vibrant art style. Currently in Early Access with an estimated six months until full release, it offers over 40 hours of metaprogression.
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II Review
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II offers a compelling narrative and strong fan service, but is ultimately let down by overly linear gameplay and repetitive combat. Despite a promising start and solid turn-based mechanics, the sequel fails to significantly improve upon its predecessor. Technical issues and long loading times on PlayStation 5 further detract from the experience.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era reveals early access roadmap as publisher Hooded Horse celebrates 1m copies sold during its first month
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has sold over 1 million copies since its April 30th launch. Publisher Hooded Horse and developer Unfrozen Studio have released an extensive early access roadmap detailing planned features for the latter half of 2026 and beyond, including co-op modes, map generation improvements, and campaign acts leading to a full 1.0 release.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era early access roadmap revealed!
Unfrozen Studio and Hooded Horse have revealed the early access roadmap for Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, celebrating over 1 million copies sold in its first month. The roadmap outlines immediate plans for teamplay mode, hero skill rebalancing, and random map generator improvements, with future goals including an observer mode, elite class reworks, matchmaking improvements, and the introduction of underground terrain and a map editor. Long-term objectives involve completing the single-player campaign, adding map-sharing, and introducing a new PvE mode.
Demos and Freebies
Once a Pawn a King is an asymmetric turn-based roguelike available on Steam for PC. Players assemble a party of chess pieces to battle across fractured boards, with the game described as a unique take on the chess genre.
Experience Chess Like Never Before in this Asymmetric Roguelike
Clover Bite and indie.io announced that the turn-based strategy roguelike Once A Pawn A King will leave Early Access on June 15th for PC. The game reimagines chess with asymmetric gameplay, dynamic party building, and randomized boards, requiring players to rescue the Black King from the White King.
Brigandine Abyss Demo Available Now on Steam
NIS America has released a free Steam demo for the upcoming strategy RPG, Brigandine: Abyss. The demo allows players to experience the first two seasons of two different story campaigns, with save data not transferring to the full game. A Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 is also available for pre-order.
STOP. THINK. SHOOT. SURVIVE. TOP-DOWN TACTICAL BULLET HELL ENTER THE CHRONOSPHERE OUT NOW IN EARLY ACCESS ON STEAM
Enter the Chronosphere, a top-down roguelike shooter combining turn-based strategy with real-time action, has launched in Early Access on Steam for PC. Developed by Effort Star and published by Joystick Ventures, the game features procedural generation, multiple playable characters, and distinct biomes. The developers have also partnered with other action games for Steam bundles.
Something for the Bank Holiday Weekend – 23/05/26
This week's news includes the end of Destiny 2 development and major layoffs at Bungie, alongside the 10th Warhammer Skulls event. PlayStation State of Play will feature Wolverine, and new titles like Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV and F1 25 DLC were announced. Embracer is splitting, and Sony's single-player games will no longer release on PC.
Radical Tactical RPG Stratagem Lost Updates Demo on Steam with New Story Scenes
Hybrid Fiction Games has announced a Winter 2026 release window for their tactical RPG visual novel, Stratagem Lost. The Steam demo has been updated with new story scenes and features, showcasing the game's punk aesthetic and unique turn-based combat mechanics. The game features voice acting from Amanda Hufford and Joshua Waters.
Total War: Warhammer 40k's new trailer all but confirms my second favorite commissar and his long-time ork nemesis…
A new trailer for Total War: Warhammer 40,000 strongly suggests the inclusion of iconic characters Commissar Yarrick and Ork Warboss Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka. The trailer focuses on the Fourth War for Armageddon, hinting at their playable roles and a potential campaign centered on the planet. This development indicates a shift towards featuring named characters in the series.
