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June 18, 2026

Don’t Kill Them All make you keep orc calm so orc not smash resources—big smart, neat game, like demo much

In the game Don't Kill Them All, players lead a band of orcs who must balance aggression with resource management. The gameplay involves managing the orcs' rage to avoid negative consequences while maintaining order. The game features a humorous narrative focused on the orcs' self-serving motives and has a charming art style. Despite its innovative concept, the player count is currently low, remaining in the double digits, which raises concerns about its visibility and marketing in the gaming landscape.

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June 5, 2026

Seven years later, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition finally arrives on Mac

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition has been released for Mac users in 2026 by Feral Interactive, following its original PC release in 2019. The game is a real-time strategy (RTS) title that allows players to control various nations and historical figures, featuring numerous single-player campaigns and three DLC expansion packs. The Mac version includes enhanced 4K/high-resolution graphics, is optimized for Apple Silicon processors, and is available on Steam with plans for a Mac App Store release later in 2026. Online multiplayer is restricted to Mac users only, with no cross-platform play with PC players. The Definitive Edition offers hundreds of hours of gameplay through historical scenarios and skirmish battles.

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June 4, 2026

Xbox’s Next First-Party Release Is Age Of Empires: Mobile For PC

The Xbox Games Showcase will feature the first-party release for the month, including titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day, expected between July and September. A notable announcement is the introduction of Age of Empires Mobile: PC Edition, which adapts the mobile strategy game for PC with large-scale battles, alliance warfare, and optimized controls. The PC Edition offers additional gameplay options for mobile users and serves as an entry point for newcomers. It will launch later this month and is included in the June Xbox Game Pass guide, featuring optimized mouse control, keyboard navigation, a refined user interface, and enhanced 4K visuals.

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April 29, 2026

Total War Warhammer 3 overhauls mod manager, so you’ll no longer have to fight Chaos before even starting the game

Total War: Warhammer 3 has received a significant update to its mod manager, released in late 2025, aimed at improving the user experience for modding. Enhancements include faster mass mod activation, reduced startup times for players with many mods, improved search filters for finding specific mods, clearer tooltips, and fixes for bugs related to mod profiles and text legibility. Players can still create 'mod profiles' for easier management of their favorite mods. The update encourages players to explore new mods and provide feedback to the developer, Creative Assembly.

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April 28, 2026

Rumored New Minecraft Character Leaked in an Unexpected Way

Minecraft is rumored to introduce a new mobile entity, or "mob," as it approaches its two-decade anniversary. Mojang has changed its update strategy from large annual updates to more frequent compact updates every three to four months. This includes the addition of baby versions of mobs during the Tiny Takeover event. The new strategy aims to enhance sustainability within development teams by allowing them to focus on various features throughout the year.

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March 28, 2026

Mechabellum is a conversation you should be having

Mechabellum is an autobattler game that supports 1v1, 2v2, or 1v1v1v1 matchups, where players deploy various mechs to engage in combat. The game emphasizes strategic interaction over execution, allowing players to adapt their strategies based on their opponent's moves. After about ten hours of gameplay, players experience the game's depth, characterized by a dynamic exchange of tactics that resembles a conversation. Defeats often arise from understanding the opponent's intentions rather than from executing a pre-learned strategy. The game provides clear cause-and-effect feedback, enabling players to learn from their decisions. New units are regularly introduced, and matches are designed to be concise, fitting easily into players' schedules. The visual presentation of the game enhances the experience, making battles easy to follow and rewarding strategic planning.

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December 18, 2025

The Best PC Game of 2025

In 2025, PC gaming showcased a diverse range of titles, with the IGN team voting on the top five games. Honorable mentions included Europa Universalis 5 and Anno 117: Pax Romana in the strategy genre, as well as first-person shooters like Doom: The Dark Ages, Arc Raiders, and Battlefield 6. The indie scene thrived with games such as Ball x Pit, Megabonk, and Monster Train 2. The runner-up titles were: - Hollow Knight: Silksong, known for its difficulty, stunning visuals, and engaging narrative. - Blue Prince, a roguelike puzzler that combines unpredictability with skillful gameplay. - Hades 2, recognized as the best action game of 2025, expanding on its predecessor's legacy with new features. - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, an expansive RPG with meaningful choices and consequences. The winner of the Best PC Game of 2025 was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a French RPG with innovative turn-based combat and a polished launch.

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December 7, 2025

The TV show based on Total War was tricking us all along: ‘It’s kind of embarrassing, but it’s television’

In recent years, television adaptations of video games have improved significantly, with successful titles like The Last of Us, Arcane, and Fallout appealing to both gamers and non-gamers. The BBC's Time Commanders, which aired in 2005, used the Rome: Total War engine to allow contestants to command troops in historical battles, providing an entertaining yet limited educational experience. Currently, Total War: Medieval 3 is in pre-production, described as "the rebirth of historical Total War," aiming to combine intricate strategy with immersive storytelling and attract a new generation of players.

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November 9, 2025

Grab a free Steam key for an alternate-history Napoleonic strategy game that throws mechs into the mix

Bonaparte: A Mechanized Revolution is a strategy game set in an alternate-history version of 18th-century France during the revolutionary period, allowing players to control characters Céline or César Bonaparte. The game features mechanized warfare with giant mechs called Colossi alongside traditional combat units. Players engage in tactical battles while managing political dynamics and historical figures like Robespierre and Lafayette. The game recently launched version 1.0 and is celebrating with a giveaway of ten free Steam keys, with entries closing on November 14. It is currently available on Steam at a 17% discount until November 23, priced at .74 / £17.42.

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November 7, 2025

Hearts of Iron 4 has a fresh challenger in new WW2 game promising “month-long battles” with “unparalleled realism”

Hearts of Iron 4 has been a leading World War II game on Steam, but Slitherine is introducing a new competitor called Battleplan, developed by Foolish Mortals. Battleplan simulates extensive battles with hundreds of thousands of troops, featuring a detailed mission briefing and a daily planning phase for players to strategize troop movements. The main objective is to capture the fortified town of Caen, with players needing to make high-level strategic decisions while managing their forces. The game emphasizes the importance of timing in assaults, with operations planned for both day and night. Players can refine tactics over multiple days, and upon mission completion, they will assess casualties and assign veterancy bonuses. The campaign includes ten missions on the Western Front from 1944, allowing players to assume roles of British, American, or Canadian leaders. A release date has not been announced, but players can add it to their Steam wishlists.