Strategy and Wargaming News – 14th July – Falling Frontier, Gilded Destiny, Commandos: Origins

As a long-time gamer with a soft spot for strategy games, I’m thrilled that the summer sales have brought us some exciting new announcements and updates. Let’s dive into this week’s Firaxis News and explore the latest developments in the gaming world!

Greetings, and happy start of summer! With our shelves brimming with the finest discounted offerings from this year’s Steam Summer Sale, we invite you to make a dent in those gaming backlogs during these sunny vacation days. Welcome, dear reader, to this week’s Firaxis News.

Commandos: Origins Gameplay Footage

After a long wait, we’ve been given a sneak peek into the upcoming sequel of the renowned Commandos series of games – Commandos: Origins. The unveiled footage suggests that Claymore Game Studios, the development team behind it, is aiming to revive the past splendor of the franchise. I must admit, I’m quite intrigued by what has been shown so far. Commandos holds a special place in my heart as one of my favorite game series since my childhood days. Fingers crossed that Commandos: Origins will meet the high expectations, given that there haven’t been any major releases in the series since 2003 and Commandos 3. The release date for Commandos: Origins is predicted to be this year, but a specific launch date has yet to be disclosed.

Falling Frontier

I’ve recently discovered Falling Frontier, an innovative sci-fi real-time strategy game. This engaging title focuses on essential elements such as ship design, exploration, and logistics. Set for publication by Hooded Horse, Falling Frontier could potentially satisfy the cravings of Homeworld fans who felt disappointed with the subpar release of Homeworld 3.

Call to Arms – Gates of Hell New DLC

If my eyes aren’t playing tricks on me, that’s the Nijmegen bridge in the distance, making Call to Arms: Gates of Hell’s forthcoming DLC particularly intriguing. The Market Garden Operation is set to be the backdrop for this new expansion. Although there isn’t a Steam page yet to provide details on new units, missions, and campaigns, based on past DLCs, we can expect another outstanding addition to an already exceptional game.

Gilded Destiny

Discover a new strategic game titled “Gilded Destiny” which is generating buzz in the gaming community as a potential rival to Paradox Victoria 3 during the Victorian era. Similar to its counterpart, Gilded Destiny immerses players in the grand-strategy experience of the Industrial Revolution. The Steam description characterizes it as an intricate representation of societal changes, industrialization, economics, warfare, and diplomacy. While it remains to be seen if this will hold true, the game’s development team is actively sharing updates on their YouTube channel, leaving players eagerly anticipating its release.

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Tally-Ho Strategos’ Interview

Strategy and Wargaming News – 14th July – Falling Frontier, Gilded Destiny, Commandos: Origins

The esteemed games journalist Tim Stone from Tally-Ho Corner has published an enlightening interview focusing on the captivating real-time tactics wargame called Strategos, which is set in classical antiquity. I strongly recommend checking it out and extending a warm greeting to Tim.

Xenonauts 2 Massive Update

Strategy and Wargaming News – 14th July – Falling Frontier, Gilded Destiny, Commandos: Origins

I’m glad to share that our Xenonauts 2, which is reminiscent of the X-COM series with its turn-based tactical gameplay, has reached another significant milestone. In this update, the extraterrestrial enemies introduce a new, larger UFO, and are bolstered by the addition of Androns – robust alien soldiers. On the human side, players can now utilize the Colossus Battlesuit. Don’t miss out on this enhanced experience as the game is currently discounted by 30% on Steam.

USC: Counterforce 1.0 Out On 18th of July

For those who are avid fans of turn-based games, the arrival of USC: Counterforce during the scorching summer months could bring a sense of relief. In this captivating tactics game, you’ll assume command of a squad of space commandos, embarking on a comprehensive campaign inspired by XCOM, as you face an extraterrestrial threat. The title has already spent a considerable amount of time in Early Access and boasts an impressive 88% Steam user rating.

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