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Star Wars Zero Company release date leaks ahead of Summer Game Fest, and its XCOM-ish star warring isn't too far, far away
Star Wars Zero Company, a turn-based strategy game from Bit Reactor and Respawn Entertainment, is reportedly set to release on August 27, 2026, according to a leak. The game will feature permadeath for units and is expected to cost $49.99 for the standard edition and $59.99 for the deluxe edition on PC.
Star Wars Zero Company release date leaks one day before Summer Game Fest, as XCOM veterans' new strategy game…
The release date for Star Wars Zero Company, a new strategy game from former XCOM veterans at Bit Reactor and Respawn Entertainment, has reportedly leaked ahead of its official reveal at Summer Game Fest. The game is rumored to launch on August 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with different editions and pricing tiers mentioned.
PS5's New Star Wars Strategy Game, Zero Company, Is Just Months Away
A leaked report suggests Star Wars Zero Company will be released on August 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The strategy game, developed by Bit Reactor, is expected to be shown at Summer Game Fest with a new gameplay trailer. Pricing details indicate a standard edition at $50 and a Deluxe Edition at $60.
Star Wars Zero Company Launches on August 27th – Rumor
A rumor suggests that Bit Reactor's Star Wars Zero Company, an XCOM-like strategy title, will launch on August 27th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game is expected to feature permadeath and a focus on character interactions, with a gameplay reveal scheduled for June 5th. Pricing details for Standard and Deluxe editions have also been rumored.
Infinity: HexaDome Tactics Launching on Steam This Fall
Blindspot Games announced that Infinity: HexaDome Tactics, a turn-based tactics game set in the Infinity sci-fi board game universe, will launch on PC via Steam this fall. The game features 1v1 battles on a hex-grid arena with both PvE and PvP modes, adapting board game mechanics for a video game experience.
Infinity: HexaDome Tactics Will Launch on Steam Autumn 2026
Indie studio Blindspot Games announced that its 1v1 turn-based tactics game Infinity: HexaDome Tactics will launch on Steam in Autumn 2026. The game, set in the Infinity sci-fi board game franchise, has undergone extensive reworks based on community feedback. To build excitement, the studio is launching 'Tournaments,' a series of events offering free access to the game's PvP mode and a chance to win cash prizes.
Dice Gambit announced for Nintendo Switch
Silesia Games and Chromatic Ink announced that the turn-based tactics game Dice Gambit will be released on Nintendo Switch in Q4 2026. Players will create and lead a customizable family of Inquisitors to hunt chromatic monsters, featuring character creation, social links with nobles, and dice-based combat mechanics.
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 review
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 is a decent turn-based strategy game that allows players to control either the Adeptus Mechanicus or the Necrons. While it offers a new perspective with the Necron campaign, it removes some of the innovative mechanics and atmosphere that made the original game so compelling. The game is available on PC and is not supported on Steam Deck.
Coming Out in gaming this week — May 25, 2026
Several new games are launching the week of May 25, 2026, across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Notable releases include the life simulation game Paralives, the roguelike Enter the Chronosphere, and the action-adventure Yerba Buena. Other titles span genres like creature collection, souls-like, visual novels, and sports.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch: Redefined Brutal Turn-Based Tactics on XBOX
Complex Games Studio Head Jonas Van Niekerk discusses the development of Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a turn-based tactical RPG launching on Xbox Series X|S in winter 2026. The game builds upon its predecessor, Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters, with refined combat, expanded class customization, and new vehicles, aiming to be accessible to both new and veteran Warhammer 40,000 fans.
Your allies in turn-based tactics game Menace can now be completely wiped out by the [REDACTED], but at least the new patch gives us battle tanks
The latest update for the turn-based tactics game Menace introduces new features including tanks and wheat fields, alongside significantly increased difficulty. Players now face the risk of losing entire allied factions on planets, and new game over conditions have been added, such as losing all squad leaders or having all planets overrun by the Menace.
40K XCOM-like Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters is getting a sequel and this time we'll get to purge 'seven…
A sequel to the turn-based tactics game Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters has been announced, titled Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch. The sequel will feature seven distinct enemy factions, including Orks, T'au, and Genestealers, and will introduce new protagonists and vehicles. It is being developed with inspiration from XCOM 2 and will be available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch Announced
Frontier Developments has announced Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters. This new entry in the turn-based tactics RPG genre is slated for release next year.
This week in PC games: Tokyo-drifting in Forza Horizon 6, communist grifting in Disco Elysium follow-up Zero Parades, or dystopia tifting in puzzle game Phonopolis
This week's PC game releases include Forza Horizon 6 set in Tokyo, ZA/UM's espionage title Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, and the puzzle game Phonopolis. Other notable releases span various genres, from train simulators and naval combat to shmups and turn-based tactics.
ECLIPTIC - A turn based tactical combat and role playing game arrives on the Amiga
Ecliptic, a new turn-based tactical combat and role-playing game developed by bwldrbst, has been released for the Commodore Amiga. The game features retro-futuristic sci-fi aesthetics inspired by films like Aliens and draws gameplay inspiration from classics such as Space Crusade and UFO: Enemy Unknown. It requires Amiga OS 3.1 or greater and 2MB of RAM, with an Amiga 1200 and extra fast RAM recommended for optimal performance.
Warhammer 40,000 Mechanicus II släpps … nästa vecka!
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is set to launch on May 21st during the Warhammer Skulls event. The sequel to the well-received tactical turn-based game will feature two distinct campaigns, allowing players to control both the Adeptus Mechanicus and the Necrons. It will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II will launch during Warhammer Skulls next week
Bulwark Studios and Kaisedo Games announced that Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II will launch on May 21st for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S during the Warhammer Skulls event. The sequel features two distinct campaigns, allowing players to control either the Adeptus Mechanicus or the Necron.
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II set for launch on May 21
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is set to launch on May 21st, priced at $39.99. Developed by Bulwark Studios and published by Kasedo Games, the turn-based tactical combat game will feature two distinct factions: the Adeptus Mechanicus and the Necron legions. A new developer video showcases the leaders and environmental mechanics.
Turn-based tactics game Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 will release next week to coincide with a Warhammer Skulls event…
The turn-based tactics game Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 is set to release on May 21st, coinciding with the annual Warhammer Skulls event. The game will feature a revamped Cognition system and introduce the Leagues of Votann faction. The article also mentions a YouTube video titled 'Warhammer Skulls 2026 Announced'.
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 locks in release date, and it’s almost here already
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 has received a surprise release date of May 21, just one week after the announcement. The sequel to the acclaimed 4X tactics game will feature the Martian Mechanicus faction and introduce the Necrons as a playable faction. Improvements to graphics and 4X gameplay are expected.