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  • INQUISITION CONFIRMED — WARHAMMER 40,000: DARK HERESY DESCENDS JANUARY 28, 2027

    INQUISITION CONFIRMED — WARHAMMER 40,000: DARK HERESY DESCENDS JANUARY 28, 2027

    “In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war — but where the war is hidden, there is the Inquisition.”

    Owlcat Games — the studio behind Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader and the critically acclaimed Pathfinder series — has officially revealed the release date for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy. The Emperor’s judgement arrives 28 January 2027, landing simultaneously on PC (Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned for a later date.

    SERVE THE INQUISITION — THE MISSION

    You are no longer a Rogue Trader carving an empire from the void. You are an Acolyte of the Inquisition — hand-picked to root out corruption, heresy, and xenos treachery within the Calixis Sector, a region rotting from within and haunted by the enigmatic Tyrant Star. Your Inquisitor grants you authority without limit — but also places upon you a burden without end.

    This is not a game of open conquest. It is a game of investigation, consequence, and moral ruin:

    • Uncover conspiracies buried deep within the sector’s institutions
    • Interrogate suspects, sift through evidence, and decide who lives, who dies, and who is broken to serve the greater good
    • Lead a diverse warband — from loyal Guardsmen to rogue psykers and even xenos allies — each with their own voice, agenda, and secrets
    • Face impossible choices where justice is a luxury and the line between salvation and damnation is thinner than a monofilament wire

    TACTICS, LOYALTY, AND FIREPOWER — COMBAT & PROGRESSION

    Building on the foundation that made Rogue Trader a hit, Dark Heresy refines and deepens turn-based tactical combat:

    • Morale systems — keep your squad focused and determined to unlock combat bonuses and coordinated strikes
    • Targeted vulnerabilities — study foes, identify weak points, and dismantle them with precision
    • Deep party customisation — shape your team’s skills, gear, and relationships. Trust is your most fragile resource
    • Choices truly matter — decisions ripple across the sector, altering alliances, closing paths, and reshaping the story in ways that may not become clear until hours later

    The investigative gameplay is equally central: scour crime scenes, track leads across planets, and determine when to bargain — and when to unleash the full might of the Inquisition.

    A WORLD OF SHADOWS — THE CALIXIS SECTOR AWAITS

    Owlcat Games presents one of the most detailed depictions of the Inquisition ever committed to the medium:

    • Explore the bureaucracy, politics, and internal rivalries of the Imperium’s most feared organisation
    • Confront the Noctis Aeterna — a creeping darkness that has swallowed whole sectors
    • Uncover the truth behind the Tyrant Star — a celestial anomaly that drives worlds to madness
    • Experience a mature, unflinching narrative: themes of sacrifice, corruption, and the cost of purity are woven into every thread

    WISHLIST GOALS — COMMUNITY REWARDS UNLOCKED

    To mark the release date reveal, Owlcat has launched a Community Wishlist Goals campaign: as the game climbs Steam’s wishlist rankings, all players will unlock exclusive rewards — from digital artbooks and soundtrack tracks to in-game items and companion skins. Every wishlist brings the community closer to the next tier.

    Founder’s Packs are also available now, granting immediate access to the ongoing beta (concluding 7 January 2027) alongside premium content and early perks.

    PLATFORMS & SPECS

    PlatformRelease
    Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store28 Jan 2027
    PlayStation 528 Jan 2027
    Xbox Series XS28 Jan 2027
    Nintendo Switch 2TBA

    Recommended specs:

    • Windows 10
    • Intel Core i5-12600 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600
    • 16 GB RAM
    • GeForce RTX 3060 Ti / Radeon RX 6700 XT
    • 40 GB storage

    Languages supported: English, Russian, French, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese.

    THE EMPEROR PROTECTS — BUT HE EXPECTS YOU TO ACT

    From the team that redefined what a Warhammer cRPG can be, Dark Heresy promises to be the studio’s most personal, morally complex, and tense experience yet. You won’t just fight battles — you’ll decide who deserves to be fought.

    The Calixis Sector is waiting. Heresy festers in the shadows. And the Inquisition does not tolerate delay.

    Draw your weapon. Sharpen your mind. The Emperor’s will be done.

    Find out more here: Warhammer 40k Dark Heresy

    #Warhammer40k #DarkHeresy #OwlcatGames #CRPG #Techmash #Inquisition #TurnBasedCombat #StoryRich #PCGaming #Steam

  • MOUNT, LANCE, OATH — WARTALLES RIDES INTO FARDENSA WITH NEW EXPANSION DECEMBER 9

    MOUNT, LANCE, OATH — WARTALLES RIDES INTO FARDENSA WITH NEW EXPANSION DECEMBER 9

    Saddle up, mercenaries. Shiro Games — the Bordeaux-based studio behind the million-selling open-world tactical RPG Wartales — has unveiled Knights of Fardensa, the game’s next major expansion DLC. Ride out to the sunlit, horse-rich region of Fardensa and take your first steps toward knighthood when it launches on PC via Steam — Wednesday, 9 December 2026.

    THE REALM OF HORSES AND INTRIGUE

    A century has passed since the fall of the Edoran Empire. In the verdant, Renaissance-inspired region of Fardensa, power rests with the Ald Hertogg family — rulers who have held dominion through a tight grip on horse breeding and trade. But their control is slipping: mounts vanish across the border, lesser noble houses have forged an uneasy alliance, and the entire region teeters toward conflict.

    Your warband rides into the heart of it all. Investigate a murder, defend or sabotage contested sites, recover stolen property, and decide who truly deserves to rule Fardensa. Will you stand openly with the rebelling houses — or secretly serve the Ald Hertoggs to the very end?

    BECOME A KNIGHT — CHIVALRY, TRIALS, AND LEGENDARY MOUNTS

    This is more than just another contract. Knights of Fardensa introduces the ancient Order of the True Steed, a chivalric brotherhood whose secrets stretch back generations. To earn your spurs:

    • Complete trials of valour — recover a lost knight’s sword, protect the vulnerable, and face down bandits
    • Tame legendary horses — track and capture the region’s most magnificent wild steeds
    • Master the lance — new weapons, armour, tack, and combat styles designed for mounted warfare
    • Two-act campaign — unravel the truth behind the Ald Hertogg monopoly and earn the title of Knight

    MOUNTED COMBAT ARRIVES — FREE UPDATE FOR ALL PLAYERS

    Even without the DLC, every Wartales commander gains a game-changing upgrade on the same day:

    • Horseman Mastery Class — recruit and train mounted fighters for your warband
    • Breed and raise horses at Trading Posts — combine traits to create chargers built for speed, endurance, or battle
    • Mounted combat tactics — new positioning options, charge attacks, and mobility reshaping every encounter

    KEY DETAILS AT A GLANCE

    DetailInformation
    GameWartales — base game required
    ExpansionKnights of Fardensa
    Developer / PublisherShiro Games
    Release DateWednesday, 9 December 2026
    PlatformPC — Steam
    Base Game Sales1,000,000+ units worldwide
    New RegionFardensa — pastoral, horse-rich, Renaissance-inspired
    New Content2-act story campaign, chivalric trials, legendary horses, lances & gear
    Free UpdateHorseman Mastery Class + horse breeding — available to all
    LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese-Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean
    Co-opFull online co-op support included
    Storage30 GB available space recommended

    THE ROAD AHEAD — WHAT’S NEXT

    Knights of Fardensa is just one stop on the journey. Shiro Games confirms more updates and expansions are planned through 2026, including console parity features and additional story arcs. Whether you’re a veteran mercenary or new to the open road, Fardensa offers something rare in Wartales: a chance to fight not just for gold — but for honour.

    Knights of Fardensa — galloping onto Steam 9 December 2026. Add it to your wishlist now. The order is calling.

    Find out more here: Wartales Knights Of Fardensa

    #Wartales #KnightsOfFardensa #ShiroGames #TacticalRPG #OpenWorld #Medieval #TurnBasedCombat #Mercenary #Chivalry #HorseCombat #DLC #NewExpansion #Techmash

  • Support the Adventure: Revenge of the Firstborn Launches Official Patreon

    Support the Adventure: Revenge of the Firstborn Launches Official Patreon

    The world of tactical RPGs just got a little more crowded—and a lot more interesting. Sawtooth Games has officially launched the Patreon for their highly anticipated project, Revenge of the Firstborn.

    Following the successful release of their Steam demo last month, the studio is inviting fans to go behind the curtain and help shape the future of this 3.5 SRD-inspired epic.

    What is Revenge of the Firstborn?

    For those who missed the announcement, Revenge of the Firstborn is a story-rich, tactical turn-based RPG that wears its tabletop inspirations on its sleeve. Built on the classic 3.5 SRD ruleset, it offers the kind of mechanical depth that modern “streamlined” RPGs often skip.

    Key features include:

    Deep Customisation: Build a 6-person party from 11 classes, 7 races, and over 150 feats.

    Tactical Verticality: Use the “third dimension” to your advantage—angle lightning bolts over allies or use the environment to trap enemies.

    Classic Complexity: Full implementation of grappling, tripping, and 250+ spells.

    Two Ways to Play: An epic story campaign with world-shaking choices or a procedural roguelike mode for endless dungeon crawling.

    Why Join the Patreon?

    Indie development is a marathon, and Sawtooth Games is looking to the community to help cross the finish line. By joining the official Patreon, supporters gain access to:

    Behind-the-Scenes Updates: Regular devlogs detailing the creation of monsters, lore, and mechanics.

    Exclusive Content: Early looks at new areas, character art, and soundtrack previews.

    Community Influence: Direct insight into the creative process and the ability to follow the game’s journey toward a full release.

    “The newly launched Patreon offers supporters access to behind-the-scenes development updates, exclusive content, and additional insight into the creative process shaping the world of Revenge of the Firstborn.” — Sawtooth Games Press Release.

    Play the Demo Today

    If you want to see what all the fuss is about before pledging, the Revenge of the Firstborn demo is currently available on Steam. It features a standalone story involving the Lorekeepers, a hidden society on the hunt for a vampire guarding forbidden secrets. It’s a perfect slice of the game’s tactical combat and dungeon-crawling atmosphere.

    Whether you’re a veteran of the 3.5 era or a newcomer looking for a meaty CRPG to sink your teeth into, Revenge of the Firstborn is definitely one to watch in 2026.

    Will you be supporting the development, or are you waiting for the full release? Let us know in the comments!

    Find out more here – https://s.team/a/3429270

    #SawtoothGames #RevengeoftheFirstborn #Patreon #RPG #tactical #turnbasedcombat #adventure #ancientcurses #forgottentruths #gamers #gaming #videogames

  • Archrebel Tactics the retro game with modern design

    Archrebel Tactics the retro game with modern design

    When you look at the Archrebel Tactics game it might make you think of the likes of Rebelstar and UFO: Enemy Unknown these are classic from the 80s and 90s, but the difference is although Archrebel Tactics is reminicient of these classics this is a modern game with all of the modern features that you would expect to find on a new game. The Archrebel Tactics is currently in development with no news on the releease date, but there is this cool trailer below and of course there will be much more to come no doubt.

    To find out more about the Archrebel Tactics go to the official game website here https://archrebel.blogspot.com/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/JzlQ2

    #ArchrebelTactics #games #gaming #gamers #MicroProse #ufo #aliens #scifi #tactics #spaceexploration #colony #tactics #battles #invaders #defenders #resistance #turnbasedcombat

  • The Wild Tactics Debut Gameplay Trailer

    The Wild Tactics Debut Gameplay Trailer

    This is a great game that brings together everything wild that you can think of into one game. The follows a team of specialist anthropomorphic soldiers as they take on the criminal underworld at their own game. The city is wild and the criminals are just as wild, all players need to do is to see how wild they can get in order to get through. Wild Tactics game will be coming to Steam early access soon.

    To find out more about The Wild Tactics game go to the official game website here https://worldofwilderness.games/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/dueJi

    #TheWildSquad #WILDtactics #IndieGame #StrategyGames #TurnBased #TurnBasedRPG #Gaming #RPGGames #TacticalRPG #TurnBasedCombat