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February 10, 2026

Newly Released Tactical RPG Is an Instant Hit on PC (And It Could Be a Game of the Year Contender)

Mewgenics, a tactical cat RPG created by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, launched on Steam on February 12th and quickly attracted over 58,900 concurrent players. The game has received overwhelmingly positive initial reviews, achieving a Metacritic score of 89, making it the highest-rated game of the year so far. Players engage in building a cat army and face strategic decisions through a tactical breeding system. The main campaign offers over 200 hours of gameplay with a roguelite progression system. Mewgenics is currently available exclusively on Steam for PC and Steam Deck, priced at .99 with a 10% introductory discount until February 24th.

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January 18, 2026

You’ve got until Monday to get 80% off 2 of the best dungeon crawlers ever made

The early 2010s saw a resurgence in the gaming industry with retro revival projects, facilitated by platforms like Steam and funding models like Kickstarter. One notable title from this period is Legend of Grimrock, a first-person dungeon crawler released in 2012 that revitalizes classic game mechanics. The game and its sequel, Legend of Grimrock 2, are currently available on Steam at an 80% discount, with the original priced at £2.55 and the sequel at £4, or together for £5. Legend of Grimrock 2 expands gameplay by introducing new environments, weapons, monsters, spells, and puzzles, and features level editors for community-created content. Legend of Grimrock 2 is the final project of Almost Human Games, whose members later formed Ctrl Alt Ninja, developing the tactical RPG Druidstone: The Secret of the Menhir Forest in 2019. The status of the developer is unclear, as many members have returned to traditional roles in other studios. The discount on the games ends on Monday.

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December 26, 2025

FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is coming to PC on January 30th, PC demo released

Forever Entertainment has announced that FRONT MISSION 3: Remake will be released on PC on January 30th, 2026. A free demo is available for download on Steam. The game features two distinct storylines based on the protagonist Kazuki Takemura's choices, involving themes of global conspiracies, secretive weaponry, and military conflict. Players can choose to ally with Kazuki's sister, Alisa, or Emma Klamsky, who is investigating a secret weapon project called M.I.D.A.S.

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December 16, 2025

Gate Guard Simulator is Papers, Please with fewer terrorists, more geese, and the chance to throw people into a moat

Gate Guard Simulator is a game where players assume the role of a castle guard responsible for vetting individuals seeking entry into a lord's domain. Players must examine the paperwork of various characters, such as monks and minstrels, while remaining alert to potential threats, including criminals and signs of disease. The game features mechanics for inspecting vehicles for contraband and offers players choices between upholding the law or accepting bribes. Earnings can be used to upgrade weapons and gear. The game is set to launch next year and is developed by Redox Interactive, with publishing by Forklift Interactive.

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December 14, 2025

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Ora Ora Overdrive PC Version Planned

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Ora Ora Overdrive, developed by gumi, was released in Japan on September 25, 2025. The tactical RPG gained over 1.5 million downloads in its first month and reached the top of free downloads, generating approximately 700 million yen (around .5 million USD) in its launch week. Gumi plans to introduce a Guild vs. Guild mode and a potential PC version to enhance revenue and player engagement. Despite initial success, gumi reported a temporary operating loss due to limited revenue contribution and significant advertising expenses of approximately 435 million yen (about .7 million USD). The company projects a profit increase in Q3 as the game will contribute to revenue for a full quarter, and marketing expenditures are expected to stabilize. The game features grid-based, isometric battles with characters from the first six parts of the JoJo saga, a gacha system for unlocking characters, and a main story mode with new character renders and full voice acting.

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December 11, 2025

Cellar Door Games announces roguelike tactical RPG Neath, set to release for PC in 2026

Cellar Door Games has announced their new project, Neath, a roguelike tactical RPG set to launch in 2026 on PC via Steam. The game features a dynamic timeline system with a shifting turn order, allowing players to influence actions of allies and enemies. Co-founder Kenny Lee expressed excitement about the project, which draws inspiration from games like Into the Breach and tabletop games such as Mansions of Madness. The development team is exploring new concepts like "engagement locking" and the "attack resolve system." Players can join the developer’s Discord channel for information on closed beta tests, and an announcement trailer, descriptions, and screenshots are available on the official website.

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December 9, 2025

Here are the top 20 most wishlisted games on Steam as we charge headfirst into 2026

The 20 most wishlisted games on Steam include: 20. Vindictus: Defying Fate - A spinoff of the 2012 MMO, set to attract Souls enthusiasts with its focus on dodges and counterattacks. 18. Reanimal - A co-op horror adventure from the creators of Little Nightmares, releasing on February 13, 2026. 17. Mouse: PI for Hire - A visually captivating title combining boomer shooter energy with rubberhose animation, set to release on March 19, 2026. 14. Chrono Odyssey - A photorealistic MMORPG featuring time manipulation mechanics, expected to launch in Q4 2026. 13. Quarantine Zone: The Last Check - A base management simulator set in a zombie apocalypse, releasing in 2025 with a demo available on Steam. 12. Witchbrook - A cooperative life simulation game with pixel art, anticipated to release in 2026. 11. Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era - A tactical RPG aiming to return to the franchise's roots, expected in 2026 with a demo available. 10. Half Sword - A physics-based swordfighting dueling simulator entering early access in Q1 2026. 9. Unrecord - A police officer simulation game with realistic visuals and moral dilemmas, with no announced release date. 8. Ark 2 - A sequel featuring survival crafting mechanics, currently without a clear release date. 7. Blight: Survival - A co-op survival horror game set in a medieval landscape, with no release window yet. 6. Slay the Spire 2 - A sequel to the acclaimed deckbuilding game, expected to launch in March 2026. 5. Kingmakers - A game where players use modern weaponry in medieval England, delayed indefinitely. 4. Resident Evil Requiem - The latest installment in the Resident Evil franchise, scheduled for release on February 27, 2026. 3. Light No Fire - A fantasy survival adventure from Hello Games, with no release date announced after seven years of development. 2. Deadlock - A MOBA in invite-only testing, with no clear release date available. 1. Subnautica 2 - Set to enter early access in 2026, continuing the underwater exploration theme of its predecessors.

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December 4, 2025

Eldritch horrors grasp your frail teammates’ minds in Neath, an upcoming tactical roguelike RPG where you also control the enemy

Neath is an upcoming tactical RPG developed by Cellar Door Games, known for Rogue Legacy and Don't Shit Your Pants. The game features a unique aesthetic and a pixelated nightmare world filled with grotesque creatures, including worm-infested monstrosities and goblin archers. The announcement trailer highlights morally ambiguous decisions, such as a bone-encrusted mass with a sword. Neath is available for wishlist on Steam and is expected to be released sometime in 2006, though no specific date has been confirmed.

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November 14, 2025

One of our favorite 4X games is holding an extra-long free weekend starting today

Age of Wonders 4 is available for free this weekend until Monday, November 17. The game combines 4X gameplay with turn-based tactical RPG mechanics, allowing players to customize rulers with unique cultures and abilities. Players can gather magical artifacts, develop schools of magic, and engage in turn-based battles. It features asynchronous multiplayer options for cooperative or competitive play. There is also a vampire-themed DLC and a limited-time sale on Steam, offering the game at 50% off its regular price. The free trial primarily includes the base game, providing players with a wealth of content to explore.

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November 4, 2025

Our pick for 2024’s best tactics game just got a community pack of featured levels—which ignore the dev’s difficulty balance goals because ‘our community, god bless em, have no such qualms’

Tactical Breach Wizards is a turn-based tactical RPG that has received the Best Tactics award and holds a 98% "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam. The developers have added community-curated levels to the game’s community browser, which are more challenging than the main campaign missions. One of these community levels features a new character named Bori, a "less-than-lethal pyromancer." The game is currently available at a 40% discount until November 9.