Gaijin Entertainment announces that the third stage of closed beta testing for infantry battles in the military online action game War Thunder will begin in July. Participants will be able to try out the new “Kivu” location, designed for large-scale battles with up to 128 players simultaneously.

Watch the Infantry CBT#3 Trailer HERE.

The new map is four times larger than previous infantry locations and is inspired by the landscapes of Central Africa. It is built around battles for five capture points. During this testing phase, players will encounter a wide range of modern military hardware, including M1A2 SEP V2 and T-90M main battle tanks, AH-64A and Mi-28N helicopters, 2S6 and LAV-AD air defense systems, as well as modern small arms used by the USA and Russia.

To support large-scale engagements on “Kivu,” new gameplay rules for bigger maps are being tested. Players will be able to respawn not only at their base but also at capture points already secured by their team, making movement across the vast battlefield more dynamic. War Thunder will also introduce its first troop transport vehicles — light cars capable of carrying up to five soldiers at once — allowing faster deployment to key objectives. In addition, new UAV control range settings have been added for large-scale battles.

Arcade Battles will return to infantry combat during this third testing phase. The marker display logic has been reworked: markers are now shown only when a player has a direct line of sight to an enemy model, and they disappear when the target is obscured by smoke, explosions, trees, other obstacles, or is at extreme distance. This change improves readability in Arcade mode while preserving the importance of cover and concealment. Movement speed has also been adjusted — heavily equipped soldiers move faster than in Realistic Battles, making the mode more dynamic.

Significant changes have also been made to soldier classes. Weapon presets have been revised, and specialized equipment such as RPGs, MANPADS, and drones is no longer available to every soldier. As a result, players will need to choose more carefully between the four available classes and tailor their loadouts to the situation on the battlefield.

Players who have not yet joined the test can apply for access on the official War Thunder website.

Matrix Games have announced that the DLC Battle for Ypres for Strategic Command WWI will release on July 14th.

Take command in one of the Great War’s most fiercely contested regions, fighting for control of the Ypres Salient.

Experience six fast-paced, divisional-level campaigns spanning 1914 to 1918, from the desperate defense of First Ypres to the final Allied advance in Flanders. Face the introduction of new warfare elements, including gas attacks, creeping barrages, tanks and aircraft. You will need to adapt your strategy in each scenario, balancing risk, timing, and resources to secure victory in intense battles.

More game information is available on the Battle for Ypres webpage.

Matrix Games today officially announce “Lowland Lions“, the first major content expansion for Flashpoint Campaigns: Cold War. Take command of Dutch, Belgian, West German, and U.S. forces in a massive collection of 25 new scenarios featuring fresh campaigns and intense standalone battles.

What’s Inside Lowland Lions?

• New Playable Faction: Deploy the new Dutch I Corps formations, units, and equipment.
• The Dutch Campaign: Lead the Netherlands forces through a tense 3-scenario campaign covering the opening hours of the war (all playable standalone).
• The Belgian Campaign: Fight across 4 scenarios as Belgian units struggle to contain the Soviet breakthrough.
• The West German Campaign: Shift focus to a West German “stay-behind” unit conducting unconventional defensive operations deep behind enemy lines (6 scenarios).
• Classic Tactical Scenarios: 12 standalone battles, including 8 scenarios featuring U.S. forces inspired by classic Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm gameplay.

The Third World War erupts across the German Border, and the Dutch I Corps stands to meet the first Soviet assault. At the sharp end of the spear, the 103rd Reconnaissance Battalion is tasked with screening and delaying the advancing Warsaw Pact forces, while the 42nd Armored Battalion races forward to reinforce the line.

Also included are 8 scenarios featuring U.S. forces, inspired by classic Flashpoint Campaigns: Red Storm gameplay.

Wishlist now on Steam.

Relic Entertainment is proud to announce Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand. Launching July 29 on PC via Steam, Final Stand captures the strategy and intensity of Company of Heroes’ cinematic battles in a fast-paced wave defense experience for solo and cooperative play.

Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand Announcement Trailer

Built on the beloved tactical foundation of Company of Heroes, Final Stand expands the series’ signature combat with roguelite progression that encourages experimentation, adaptation, and replayability. Players must dig in, build layered defenses, and survive against escalating waves of enemy forces across 12 increasingly challenging rounds, featuring intimidating bosses and dynamic battlefield events unique to Final Stand. Final Stand will launch at $29.99 USD/£23.99 GBP/€28.99 EUR on July 29. Players can take advantage of a 10% launch period discount, while Company of Heroes 3 owners will receive an additional 20% bundle discount.

A New Way to Experience Company of Heroes

Final Stand is a fully standalone release, meaning no prior ownership of Company of Heroes titles is required. Players can jump right in and experience the thrill of holding the line against overwhelming odds, whether they’re longtime fans or new to the franchise.

Command one of four iconic factions – US Forces, Wehrmacht, British Forces, or Deutsches Afrikakorps – each offering unique strategies, abilities, and progression paths tailored to different playstyles.

Final Stand captures the classic Company of Heroes feeling of those pivotal moments where when faced with overwhelming odds, preparation, adaptability, and decisive command determine survival.

Key Features:

• All-new standalone Company of Heroes wave defense experience
• Single-player and cooperative gameplay
• Command four iconic factions: US Forces, Wehrmacht, British Forces, or Deutsches Afrikakorps
• Roguelite progression and persistent upgrades present new strategic possibilities in every run
• 36 boss units with special abilities and rewards
• 18 dynamic in-game events
• 8 difficulty levels from newcomer to veteran
• 5 battlegrounds designed for wave defense gameplay
• Survive 12 escalating waves, or take on Endless Mode for the ultimate challenge
• Faction-specific progression trees with impactful upgrades
• Unlock 4 premium cosmetic skin packs (1 per faction)
• Brand-new Announcer VO performances bring your Final Stand to life

Bandai Namco has released ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Strangereal Evolution Episode 3, a trailer chronicling the epic narrative of the Strangereal universe. Spanning the timeline of stories from across the series, from ACE COMBAT all the way to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, the trailer looks back at the history that has shaped the world of Strangereal and sets the stage for its next chapter.

View the Strangereal Evolution Episode 3 trailer HERE.

Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Engage in intense aerial combat to dominate the battlefield with powerful weapons. Experience a breathtaking campaign filled with high-stakes missions, hard choices, and deep squad connections.

More game information is available on the ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official website or on Steam.

Wargaming today announced the launch of Season 1, titled “Lost Eden”, for its new free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter World of Tanks: HEAT on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Launching July 1, the Season introduces an exciting chapter of battlefield content, including a new Agent, two tanks, a brand-new map, and a premium Battle Pass to expand the HEAT experience.

HEAT Season 1: Lost Eden Cinematic Trailer

Lost Eden introduces Flair, a new Marksman-class Agent specializing in stealth and misdirection. Her passive ability, Signature Masking, keeps her hidden from enemy targeting systems, while her Ultimate, Echo Proxy, deploys a controllable duplicate vehicle that can be used to confuse opponents, set up ambushes, and reposition across the battlefield.

Agent Flair arrives with two unique deception-based tanks, both of which can be earned for free through the Battle Pass:

• Leopard 2FK (ATGM launcher) – Feign Death lets it disguise itself as wreckage while still moving; Electro-Optical Jammers cut enemy targeting accuracy.
• Leopard 2KST (autoloader) – Active Camo makes it nearly undetectable; EMP Trap drops an area-denial device that damages and slows enemies.

The battle moves to its latest map, New Eden, a sprawling desert battlefield built around the remnants of a forgotten agricultural megaproject. Massive biodomes rise above the sands while abandoned research facilities provide cover, creating a map that supports both long-range duels and close-quarters engagements.

HEAT Season 1: Lost Eden Gameplay Trailer

The new Battle Pass runs from July 1 to September 2. As with all seasons in HEAT, all rewards can be earned for free through normal play. An optional Premium Battle Pass is also available for 1000 HEAT-Coins, allowing rewards to be unlocked in any order.

In addition, a dedicated quality-of-life update planned for mid-July will introduce several community-requested features:

• Test driving any vehicle before purchase
• A Credits boost for all players
• An option to disable Ultimate ability cinematics

For more information, please visit: https://wotheat.com

Wargaming, developer and publisher of the hit naval battle MMO World of Warships: Legends, is sailing into summer with star-spangled celebrations. Marking the 250th anniversary of American Independence Day, players can dive into a themed event packed with activities, including a dedicated Collection and a Calendar filled with plenty of rewards. Players can also look forward to a U.S. Premium battleship in a new themed campaign, alongside a new line of U.S. alternative destroyers drops anchor to Early Access.

Born to Sail Free U.S. New Update in World of Warships: Legends Trailer

Celebrate 250 years of American Independence Day

Bringing the celebrations to Legendary waters, players can immerse themselves in dedicated activities – including a “Three Eras of Freedom” Collection, and the “Big Chief” Calendar. Complete the daily Calendar to unlock new Commander Ernest E. Evans, as well as three Commander guises of notable figures from notable eras of U.S. Navy history. Throughout the update, players can also collect a special event currency, Independium. This can be redeemed for a new Legendary tier destroyer USS Burrows, special skins inspired by different periods of American naval history, and skins for new Early Access destroyers.

A new line of U.S. alternative destroyers make waves in Early Access

Also sailing into the game is a new line of four U.S. alternative destroyers – Tier V Kane, Tier VI Hughes, Tier VII Osborne and Tier VIII Christopher. Each of these ships is equipped with Advanced Radar – a feature offering the benefit of periodically revealing an opponent’s position on the minimap when in range, even if it’s not been spotted. The new ships can be found across special U.S. Alternative Destroyer Crates and in the “Steel Eagles” random bundle, the latter of which also has the chance to drop new U.S. Tier VIII Premium cruiser Cambridge.

Unlock Indiana in the Pacific Hammer campaign

Closing out July’s update, players can look forward to a new campaign that challenges them to complete 100 milestones over the course of five weeks. Waiting at the end for players who complete the campaign with active Admiralty Backing, is U.S. Tier VIII Premium battleship Indiana, alongside plenty of other rewards. Part of the historical South Dakota-class of ships, Indiana sports powerful secondary guns and an impressive set of consumables, including Repair Party, Sonar, and a choice between Enhanced Secondary Targeting, Observation Seaplane, and Catapult Fighter.

Full details on the July update can be found in the patch notes.

Find out more about World of Warships: Legends on its official website, or on Steam.

Today, Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC received their latest Season 3 update, which includes a contract-focused event, a twist on Obliteration mode, the launch of Casual Battle Royale, updated gunplay as highlighted in the latest Battlefield Combat series, and more.

During the Wet Work Event, players can pick up Contracts dropped by eliminated enemies and complete mid-match objectives ranging from eliminations and looting Chests to capturing objectives or staying alive. Whether you’re hunting targets in REDSEC or pushing objectives in Multiplayer, Wet Work is all about taking the contract, staying alive, and finishing the job.

Tactical Obliteration is a twist on the large scale version which launched during Blastpoint. This smaller scale experience emphasizes individual squad play through an 8v8 grudge match, available in Verified Portal on June 30. This competitive, high-stakes experience is meant for squads who mastered coordinated objective play.

Lastly, Casual Battle Royale brings a more laid-back experience to REDSEC. This iteration of Battle Royale will include bots to help create more manageable combat engagements, smoother match flow, and a more approachable environment for players learning the mode, trying new classes and loadouts, or warming up before higher-stakes matches. Bots are designed to support the overall pacing of the match while still keeping the focus on player-driven encounters.

Visit Battlefield.com or Steam for more game information.

The source code has been released on GitHub

A free, modernized rebuild of the engine that started it all – and an open toolbox for the community that kept it alive. The demo is available now on Steam.

Twenty-five years ago, Arma: Cold War Assault put you on the windswept islands of Everon, Malden and Kolguyev and let you fight a cold war that never quite stayed cold. This is that game’s original “Poseidon” engine, brought into the present: rebuilt in modern C++, configured with CMake and Clang, and running natively on both Windows and Linux (64-bit).

This release is free, and it is two things at once.

A playable demo
A self-contained slice of Cold War Assault you can download and play right now – the classic open-world sandbox, vehicles, AI and mission system that defined a genre, running on a clean, modern codebase.

An official asset pack
The demo doubles as a sanctioned asset pack for the Arma community. The bundled game data is provided as raw material you are free to study, modify and build new Arma content from. If you have ever wanted to learn how a Bohemia game is put together, or wanted clean reference assets to start a mod, this is for you.

Open source
The full engine source code is available on GitHub.

Clone it, build it, study it, and send pull requests. Licensing, developer documentation and the scripting reference all live in the repository.

As part of the recently outlined Sudden Strike 5 roadmap, publisher Kalypso Media and developer Kite Games prepare to transport players to one of World War II’s most decisive campaigns in the DLC Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation arriving July 30, 2026, on PC, Xbox on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5.

Experience the thunder of war in a behind the scenes look, as the Budapest Art Orchestra performs the Sudden Strike 5 main theme.

Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation is set in August 1944, during the backdrop of Operation Dragoon as opposing forces battle for control of a nation on the brink of liberation. The upcoming DLC introduces six new missions, with three playable as the Allied forces and three playable as the Axis powers. Storm the shores of Camel Beach with the Allied forces and progress through the liberation of Toulon before capturing Hill 300 to sever German retreat routes. Axis missions will challenge the tactical expertise of battle-hardened generals as German armies must evacuate the region while defending critical positions against mounting Allied pressure.

Tactical possibilities expand as generals gain access to a new Commander, Jean de Lattre de Tassigny, introducing a mobility-focused playstyle supported by two new doctrine cards Maquis Mobilization and Crew Vehicle Training, each with additional extensions to further adapt battlefield strategies with deeper tactical customization.

Reinforcements arrive with more than six new units and unit types including the Allied destroyer USS Edison, the remote demolition vehicle German SdKfz. 302 Goliath, with French infantry and additional new vehicles like amphibious units joining the fight.

In addition to the upcoming DLC, the development team will continue to deliver auxiliary game enhancements as detailed in the recent roadmap. Co-Op Mode will officially be arriving to the game as a free update for all in early July. A quality-of-life update has already been implemented this past week providing the ability to individually remove units from trenches, the addition of new tutorial hints in loading screen and new visibility settings, among other adjustments and fixes, the full update changelog can be found here.

Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation Features:

• Sudden Strike 5 – France: Road to Liberation provides you with 6 new missions (3 each for the Allied and the Axis forces) based on the events of “Operation Dragoon” in famous historical settings.
• The Allied missions take you from the landing at Camel Beach and the Liberation of Toulon to the capture of Hill 300, where you must cut off the German retreat. In the Axis missions, you will fight to hold the line while securing the evacuation of your remaining forces.
• Enhance your tactical options with a new Commander, Jean de Lattre de Tassigny, whose skillset focuses on velocity and mobility, and two new doctrine cards, “Maquis Mobilization” and “Crew Vehicle Training” with a set of new extensions each.
• In addition to a host of units already present in the main game, the DLC introduces more than 6 brand-new units and unit types, including the Allied destroyer USS Edison and the German remote detonation vehicle SdKfz. 302 Goliath as well as French infantry and new vehicles like amphibious units.

Add to your wishlist today on Steam.