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Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve’s HOUR ZERO Prequel Premieres First Episode
The first episode of HOUR ZERO, a four-episode live-action prequel series for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, has been released. The series aims to build stakes for the game's protagonist by exploring the effects of armed conflict on military leaders and the soldiers they command.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Review – Not Quite Rock and Roll
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam offers a large-scale warfare experience in a new theater, featuring detailed environments and solid gunplay. However, the game suffers from optimization issues, visual glitches, and jank that detract from the immersion and overall enjoyment. While the core gameplay loop is tense and methodical, players willing to overlook these technical shortcomings may find a deep and atmospheric multiplayer shooter.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam goes inevitable full-on Apocalypse Now with Ride of the Valkyries launch trailer
Team17 and Expression Games have released the launch trailer for Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, set to debut on August 13 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The trailer showcases the 50v50 jungle warfare, featuring new aerial units for the US and tactical options for the NVA, alongside riverine combat with patrol boats. The game emphasizes teamwork, squad communication, and resource management, with a new video series exploring its weaponry.
Why Building a City Should Feel Like Governing One
Mandate Order aims to elevate the city-building genre by focusing on governance rather than just construction, emphasizing the interconnectedness of buildings and their impact on city function. The game simulates how decisions about placement, logistics, and labor distribution directly influence a city's ability to prepare for and survive warfare, making construction an ongoing process of management.
Mandate Order Turns City Walls Into a Test of Your Entire Settlement
Mandate Order, an ancient Chinese war city-builder by Digital Sky, emphasizes the integration of city planning and siege warfare. Unlike typical city-builders, walls, gates, roads, and armory placement directly impact battle outcomes. The game, set for a Q3 2026 launch on PC, connects construction choices to battlefield performance through features like soldiers on walls, elevation advantages, and line-drawing formations for troop command.
Starting From a Frontier Fortress, Mandate Order Wants to Rebuild the Logic of Ancient War
Mandate Order is an upcoming ancient Chinese war city-builder from independent studio Digital Sky, set to launch in Q3 2026. The game emphasizes the intricate connection between city management, resource logistics, and warfare, requiring players to build and sustain a settlement before engaging in large-scale battles. It features a unique retainer system based on the Hundred Schools of Thought and aims to offer a distinct experience from other city-builders by focusing on the foundational elements of survival and defense.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Officially Revealed, Set During a Korean Peninsula Crisis
Infinity Ward has officially revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, a first-person shooter set during a Korean Peninsula crisis. The campaign follows Private Park and Captain Price through various global locations, while multiplayer features a new Ballistic Authority system and a reconfigurable Kill Block map. The extraction-based DMZ mode will also return. The game launches on October 23, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Release Date Announced
Team17 and Expression Games announced that Hell Let Loose: Vietnam will launch on June 18 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The 50v50 first-person shooter set during the Vietnam War will feature new maps, aerial units, patrol boats, and tunnel networks. A free open beta weekend for PC will run from May 29 to June 1.
Popular 2021 Action Game Getting New PS5 Entry in June 2026
Team17 announced that Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, a new entry in the 2021 action game series, will launch on June 18, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. The 50-versus-50 first-person shooter, set during the Vietnam War, will feature six new maps and will have a PC-exclusive open beta prior to release.
Hell Let Loose: Vietnam Confirms June 18 Digital Release Date
Team17 Digital and Expression Games have announced that Hell Let Loose: Vietnam will launch digitally on June 18 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, with physical editions arriving August 4. An open beta for PC players is scheduled from May 29 to June 1, featuring the Thanh Hóa Bridge map.
Myth of Empires Throne Announced
Celestial Star Studios announced it has secured global publishing rights for Myth of Empires: Throne, a standalone free-to-play seasonal MMO war sandbox developed by Imperium Interactive Entertainment and Angela Game. The game will launch in mid-April with cross-platform play available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and its official launcher, featuring a new seasonal gameplay structure focused on faction progression and large-scale warfare.
Realpolitiks II Challenges Xbox Players To Shape The Modern World
Realpolitiks II, a modern-day grand strategy game, is now available on Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Jujubee and published by Ultimate Games, the title allows players to lead any of the 208 nations on Earth, focusing on politics, economics, and conflict. The game features over 700 projects and technologies, dynamic diplomacy, and a revamped combat system.
Ukraine allows allies to train AI models on its battlefield data
Ukraine will share its extensive battlefield data with allies to train artificial intelligence models for drone technology. Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated this initiative aims to advance AI in warfare and develop autonomous systems for the front lines. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the importance of technological competition and international cooperation in modern conflict.
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The White House has utilized footage from the video game Call of Duty in a presentation demonstrating the potential destruction caused by a war in Iran. This unusual use of game assets highlights the intersection of digital media and political messaging.
Reality Isn't So Kind: How Final Fantasy VIII's Child Soldiers Defy Destiny
This opinion piece analyzes how Final Fantasy VIII critiques warfare through its depiction of child soldiers. The article explores the themes of responsibility, destiny, and the ethical implications of using young operatives in military conflicts, drawing parallels to real-world issues. It argues that the game highlights the manipulative nature of military organizations and the lasting impact of war on young lives.
Hearts of Iron 4 (HOI4) – Warfare Guide: How to Win Wars
This guide for Hearts of Iron 4 explains the core mechanics of warfare, focusing on division design, combat stats, and supply management. It details how to optimize divisions for attack and defense, manage Hardness and Soft Attack, and understand Combat Width and Supply Hubs to achieve victory in World War II scenarios.
