tactical combat Archives

AppWizard

May 24, 2025

The best deals and free Warhammer PC games in Skulls 2025

The annual Skulls event hosted by Games Workshop features previews of upcoming releases and discounts on Warhammer PC games. Notable discounts include 42% off Space Marine 2, 77% off Chaos Gate Daemonhunters, 60% off Rogue Trader – Voidfarer edition, 60% off Darktide, 69% off Total War Warhammer 3, and 84% off Vermintide 2. Additionally, three Warhammer games are available for free: Warhammer 40k Boltgun – Words of Vengeance on Steam, Warhammer 40k Gladius Relics of War on Steam, and Warhammer 40k: Rites of War on GOG.

AppWizard

May 22, 2025

Turn-Based Tactical RPG Critical Shift Announced For PC & Consoles

Indie game developer Rhinotales Studio has announced their new game, Critical Shift, a hardcore turn-based tactical RPG set in an Antarctic research station. Players lead a squad of elite agents to investigate a distress call from ICE-1 Station, where communications have ceased. The game features a tactical combat system that emphasizes positioning and weapon range, allowing players to adapt their strategies in real-time. It includes over 30 levels with unique challenges, a story-driven narrative crafted by writer Guilty Three, and will be available on PC via Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation, though a release date has not been announced.

AppWizard

May 6, 2025

This game has 100 endings, and it’s pushing the creators to the brink of bankruptcy

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy is a visual novel and turn-based tactics hybrid developed by Too Kyo Games, a studio formed by the creators of Danganronpa and Zero Escape. Despite positive reviews and notable sales, studio CEO Kazutaka Kodaka has expressed concerns about the studio's financial future, stating that the chances of further console releases for the game are "very slim." The game features a complex narrative with an estimated 80% narrative to 20% action ratio, requiring over 130 hours for 100% completion. The production process took over five years, including a complete reboot, and Kodaka described it as a gamble where he invested his skills and money. The game is currently available on Steam for £50.

AppWizard

March 24, 2025

A Tactical Adaptation Of Dark Fantasy Board Game ‘Frost Haven’ Comes To PC –

Frosthaven, a cooperative dungeon-crawling board game created by Isaac Childres and published by Cephalofair Games, is being adapted into a digital format by Arc Games, with development led by Snapshot Games in Bulgaria. The upcoming PC version will feature strategic turn-based combat, rich lore, and cooperative gameplay. It is set to launch in early access, allowing player feedback to shape the final product.

BetaBeacon

March 11, 2025

Kumome is a strategic mobile board game that’s a true passion project

- Kumome is a mobile board game and deckbuilding game set to be released on March 17th for Android and iOS. - The game features eight heroes, over 200 levels, customization options, multiplayer modes, a narrative campaign, and an original soundtrack. - Kumome is described as a passion project and is expected to receive future updates and support. - Players looking for more strategy games can check out a list of the top 25 strategy games for iOS and Android.

AppWizard

February 27, 2025

505 Games and MercurySteam announce action adventure game Blades of Fire for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC

Publisher 505 Games and developer MercurySteam are set to release the action-adventure game Blades of Fire on May 22. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via the Epic Games Store, priced at .99 in the US and £49.99 in the UK. Pre-orders are currently open. Players will assume the role of Aran de Lira, who can forge weapons and face various enemies using a unique combat system. The game features a weapons forging system, allowing customization with different materials and attributes. Key features include tactical combat, over 50 enemy types, and a companion character named Adso who provides insights during gameplay.

BetaBeacon

December 21, 2024

Top 10 best gamebooks on iPhone, iPad, and Android

- Pineapple: A Bittersweet Revenge is an interactive game based on a viral story about a teenager dealing with a bully.

AppWizard

October 13, 2024

The developers of the final 2D Fallout game had no idea their publisher was gasping for air: ‘We weren’t told anything about Interplay’s financial problems’

Interplay, a notable RPG developer from the '90s, faced financial instability while producing celebrated titles. Ed Orman, the lead designer of Fallout Tactics, discussed the challenges during its development, which took place from 1999 to 2001, amidst Interplay's uncertain financial situation. He noted a lack of communication with original Fallout developers, who were likely occupied with other projects, possibly including the Icewind Dale games. Fallout Tactics was often misunderstood at launch but is now available for purchase on platforms like Steam, GOG, and Epic.

BetaBeacon

September 24, 2024

Athena Crisis brings back retro-style strategy games with a single purchase, out now on multiple platforms

Athena Crisis is a strategy game that combines elements of "XCOM meets Advance Wars" with vibrant pixel-art visuals. Players can engage in tactical turn-based combat in diverse locations on PC, Steam Deck, iOS, and Android with a single purchase. The game offers a single-player campaign, multiplayer modes, and a campaign editor for creating custom maps. With over 40 units and various maps, Athena Crisis caters to strategy enthusiasts looking for a rich gaming experience.