All articles tagged with #strategy game
Persona 5 Tactica, a strategy spin-off of Persona 5 similar to XCOM, is available for $10 at Best Buy. The game features grid-based combat, takes place during the original story, and includes DLC with familiar characters. It's a great deal for fans or newcomers interested in the Persona universe.
The remastered version of Plants vs. Zombies, called Replanted, revives the classic 2009 strategy game with enhanced visuals and new modes, but also highlights how EA's focus on monetization and spinoffs has diluted the franchise's original charm and creativity, leaving fans nostalgic for the simpler, more innovative past.
Red Chaos: The Strict Order is a promising RTS game inspired by classic Command and Conquer titles, featuring two factions with unique units and gameplay styles, currently in early access on Steam with plans for future content and campaign development.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, a modern remaster of the 1997 classic, emphasizes themes of class struggle and resistance, resonating strongly with contemporary social issues. The game retains its complex political narrative and strategic gameplay, while enhancing story depth with new scripts, voice acting, and gameplay tweaks, making its societal critique even more impactful and relevant today.
Epic Games is offering Sid Meier’s Civilization VI Platinum Edition for free until July 24, including the base game, six DLC packs, and two expansions, allowing players to keep it permanently. The game, highly rated and with over 250,000 reviews, is a popular turn-based strategy title, though recent mixed reviews are noted due to controversy over EULA changes.
Civilization 6 is currently free on Epic Games until July 24, offering a feature-complete experience with expansions and updates, making it a great choice while Civilization 7 still undergoes improvements and faces criticism for its incomplete features.
John Wick Hex, a highly regarded tactical RPG developed by Bithell Games, will be delisted from digital storefronts on July 17, 2025. Existing owners can still access the game, but it will no longer be available for new purchases after this date. Currently, it is on sale on Humble, offering a chance to buy it at a reduced price before it disappears from stores.
Square Enix announced a remastered version of Final Fantasy Tactics, titled Final Fantasy Tactics The Ivalice Chronicles, set to release in September, featuring both the classic and an enhanced version with new voice acting and improvements, celebrating the game's legacy as a beloved strategy RPG from 1998.
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a unique strategy game from Capcom that blends traditional Japanese culture with engaging gameplay. Players control Soh, a ninja protecting a dancing Goddess, navigating through defiled Mount Kafuku while managing resources and units. The game features detailed graphics, strategic depth, and a mix of action and planning, making it a memorable addition to Xbox Game Pass and continuing Capcom's recent streak of successful releases.
Warhammer 40K: Gladius - Relics of War, a 4X strategy game, is currently free on major PC storefronts until May 30. This offer comes as fans await the release of Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2, which will feature new PvP and co-op modes. The recent Warhammer Skulls showcase also announced updates for other Warhammer games, making it an exciting time for fans of the series.
The surprise open world sequel to SteamWorld Heist, called SteamWorld Heist 2, is set to release on PC on August 8th, featuring a switch from space pirates to water-based pirates and an open-ended ocean setting. Players will navigate the Great Sea in a mechanical craft, engaging in real-time naval combat and searching for loot. The game's main focus remains on turn-based battles, with over 150 guns, utility items, and ship equipment to tinker with. Developed by Thunderful Development, the game promises more news and insights leading up to its release.
The developers of the SteamWorld series have announced the long-awaited sequel to their XCOM-style strategy game, SteamWorld Heist 2, set to release on multiple platforms on August 8. The game features turn-based combat with a new high seas setting and real-time naval combat, promising over 35 hours of gameplay. Known for their diverse gaming genres, the SteamWorld series has consistently delivered high-quality games, and the upcoming sequel is highly anticipated for its potential to build on the success of its predecessor.
SteamWorld Heist 2, the sequel to the 2016 game, is set to release on PC on August 8th, alongside its launch on the Nintendo Switch. The game features a new seafaring setting with a crew of robot pirates, offering a job system for customizing abilities and equipment, as well as real-time naval combat. Players will engage in turn-based strategy battles and solve a mystery surrounding a deadly water crisis. The game is part of the SteamWorld universe and is now available for pre-order on Steam.
Manor Lords, a highly anticipated medieval strategy game, is confirmed to be coming to Xbox shortly after its PC release in April 2024. The game, featuring in-depth city building and large-scale tactical battles, has garnered significant attention and will be available on PC Game Pass from day one. While the Xbox release date is yet to be announced, the game's focus on historical accuracy and immersive gameplay has captured the interest of many gamers.
Manor Lords runs well on the Steam Deck, maintaining over 30fps in handheld mode, but its controls need refinement for optimal portability, with the lack of camera rotation binding and reliance on cursor selection making gameplay less comfortable. The game's performance on the Steam Deck can be optimized with specific settings, and while it may drain the battery relatively quickly, it is capable of running on the device. Overall, improvements in controller support and adjustments to settings can enhance the experience of playing Manor Lords on the Steam Deck.