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The new update brings the most powerful and famous battleships ever built and more

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the “Leviathans” major content update for the military online shooter War Thunder will be released in early June. It will feature the most powerful battleships ever built including the legendary Bismarck, Yamato and Vanguard, as well as dozens of other interesting military vehicles for all nations.

IJN Yamato is arguably the most powerful battleship ever created. It is equipped with nine 460 mm guns in three turrets, the largest caliber ever fitted to a warship.·It had some of the thickest armor, a sophisticated fire control system, and over 150 anti-aircraft guns. Yamato was built as an apex battleship killer, and it took literally hundreds of US aircraft to overwhelm the air defenses and sink her at the very end of WW2.

German Bismarck became a legend during her very first operations when she sank the battlecruiser HMS Hood after only five salvos and damaged the Prince of Wales battleship. It took the entire Royal Navy Home Fleet to pursue, damage, surround and make a wreck of the lone Bismarck. Bismarck is equipped with eight 380 mm guns, known for their high power, accuracy and extremely good reload speed.

HMS Vanguard was the last battleship ever built, and was commissioned shortly after WW2 ended. Featuring 15 inch guns, decent speed and armor, it has fantastic air defenses and an air recon radar. It was also the British warship with Remote Power Control for her many guns, which meant that the aim of the guns could be controlled from within the armored fire control center.

Badger is the new, modern IFV developed to replace the ageing Ratel IFV in the South African army. The Badger’s turret features a 30 mm GI-30 automatic cannon that is capable of firing sabot, APFSDS and HEI rounds. This is all backed up by a laser rangefinder and thermal imagers, making precision shots at longer ranges easier. Badger is capable of reaching 100 km/h on roads and rough ground, allowing the crew to reach strong positions fast.

The Japanese F-2A fighter jet is an aircraft derived from the American F-16 and designed for the Japanese Self-Defense Forces. While maintaining basic aerodynamics, the aircraft received an enlarged wing utilizing composite materials, a reinforced fuselage and locally developed avionics, including an AESA radar and an integrated fire control system. The F-2A will receive ASM-1 and ASM-2 anti-ship missiles that are new to the game, as well as locally designed short-range AAM-3 anti-air missiles and medium-range AAM-4.

Watch the official ‘Leviathans’ Update Trailer HERE.

More information on the “Leviathans” update is available on the official website.

HeroCraft PC and solo developer Peresvet are proud to announce Victory Banner, a dynamic real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front of World War II. Blending tactical squad command with immersive third-person control, Victory Banner redefines how players engage with history on the battlefield.

The announcement trailer offers a first look at Victory Banner’s dynamic mix of tactical command and boots-on-the-ground action. It showcases intense close-quarters combat, real-time vehicle and infantry control, and the ability to switch instantly between strategy and direct engagement — giving players a sense of both the scale and immediacy of frontline warfare.

Set in 1941 during the early days of the Eastern Front campaign, Victory Banner empowers players to shift instantly between classic top-down RTS control and direct third-person command of individual soldiers and vehicles — from riflemen and machine gunners to iconic tanks like the T-34.

Watch the Victory Banner Official Announcement Trailer HERE.

Key features include:

Victory Banner is developed by solo creator Peresvet and published by HeroCraft PC. The game is coming soon to PC via Steam.

The brand new demo for Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition is now available for all!

Play the new demo and see some of the gameplay improvements and upgrades that truly bring this classic RTS into 2025 – including larger-than-ever maps, massive unit counts, leaderboards and more!

Stronghold Crusader: DE is being constantly improved with many player-requested changes including larger-than-ever maps, 10 thousand units in-game and more! All additional feedback from this demo will help make the final game the best version it can be. So get conquering!

You can download the Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition demo now on Steam.

Panzer Corps 2: Elite – Ghost Division is now available for $4.99, inviting you to command one of the most iconic units of World War II through a new nine-scenario campaign. This DLC follows the full combat history of the 7th Panzer Division from its early battles in Poland as the 2nd Light Division, through the breakthrough in France, to brutal fighting on the Eastern Front.

Famous for its speed and surprise tactics, the Ghost Division campaign emphasizes momentum and historical accuracy, offering a mix of classic objectives and challenging bonus goals that reward you with rare prototype gear.

Panzer Corps 2: Elite – Ghost Division is available for purchase from the games official webpage or via Steam.

Hi, I’m Brian Kelly, and together with my collaborator John Duquette, we’re excited to introduce WEGO WWII: Stalingrad, a game that immerses you in one of the most iconic and brutal battles of World War II.

At its core, WEGO WWII: Stalingrad is a hex-based, WEGO-style wargame that puts you in command of the German Sixth Army’s assault on Stalingrad, from the early days of Operation Heron in July 1942 to the intense urban combat in the city during November. What makes this game stand out is its WEGO system, where both players plan their orders and then the movies are executed simultaneously. This adds a layer of unpredictability and strategic depth, forcing you to anticipate your opponent’s actions without knowing exactly what they’ll do next.

Beyond the core mechanics, we’ve added features like fog of war, night turns, and Bridging Engineers, who help cross rivers and destroy or repair bridges. With off-map assets such as airstrikes, intelligence, and special forces, you’ll need to think beyond the front lines to beat your opponent.

You can wishlist the game on Steam.

The Battle For Brooklyn DLC launches today in Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, bringing a new narrative campaign with new missions, a new skill, new Hunter riddles, a new exotic item, and more to discover. The DLC is included in the Gold Edition and new Ultimate Edition (which released April 23) , and is also available for standalone purchase in both Standard and Deluxe editions (requires the base game).

Today also marks the launch of the The Division 2′s latest season – Crossroads – which brings new seasonal modifiers and gear incorporating elements reminiscent of The Division, the game that started it all. Furthermore, The Division 2 is now available through Xbox Game Pass and Ultimate subscribers can unlock the free EMS Outfit for a limited time starting on May 29. To help encourage newcomers, players over level 40 who respond to in-game Calls for Backup will earn extra rewards for the next two weeks.

Watch The Division 2: Battle for Brooklyn DLC Launch Trailer HERE.

For a limited time starting today, the Standard Edition of The Division 2 is available to purchase at 90% off on the Ubisoft Store and 90% off on Steam.

The Battle for Brooklyn DLC brings players back to New York, featuring faithfully recreated Brooklyn neighborhoods and a brand-new linear campaign. Throughout the campaign, available either solo or in co-op, players will uncover how the Cleaners have been mass-producing the dangerous Purple Flame, which threatens the fragile peace of the relatively untouched Brooklyn settlement.

Good morrow, my liege! After 150,000 demo downloads, three times as many as Stronghold: Definitive Edition achieved back in 2023, Firefly Studios has compiled thousands of players’ feedback for Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition. Channeling these into player requested enhancements, several key improvements are now being made for the game’s release.

Ahead of its July 15th launch, Firefly dives into some of these community requested features and confirms key information on maximum unit counts in their final ‘Feature Spotlight’ development diary.

Watch the Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition – Gameplay & Feature Improvements Trailer HERE.

“Demos are vital to the success of our games” said Nick Tannahill, Firefly Studio Head. “We’ve had loads of fantastic feedback come in since our January reveal and first public demo, with enough time to implement many of these requests before launch. We keep our creative vision and goals for the game, while also getting the community involved and giving them a degree of authorship. It’s a win-win for us.”

Actively played since its original 2002 release by the Stronghold community, some of Crusader’s most knowledgeable and experienced players have given feedback on Firefly’s upcoming Definitive Edition. This feedback was studied in close detail ahead of the game’s reveal earlier this year, with a second round of suggestions gathered through the demo’s feedback form.

“All Crusader Extreme features will be included in Crusader: Definitive Edition, including the epic 10,000 units cap.”

Among the other features requested by players since January, including raising the overall troop count to a whopping 10,000 soldiers in a single game to match that of Stronghold Crusader Extreme, is the addition of Islamic buildings and related workers for the game’s Arabic and Bedouin Lords, as well as many vital bug fixes. The latter addresses specific exploits and issues discovered by the game’s most dedicated players across more than 20 years of play.

From map sizes up to four times the size of those available in the original, through to custom toggles for skirmish mode and online leaderboards, Firefly are striving to tick every possible box for fans of the original game, collating feedback before and after the reveal. A definitive edition should include absolutely everything players want out of Crusader and that’s what this final version of the game intends to deliver.

Wishlist Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition now on Steam ahead of the game’s full release on July 15th 2025. The desert is a cruel place to fight. Are you sure you have the heart for it?

Endless October plunges players into an alternate world where the Soviet Union never fell

Endless October explores this “what if” scenario across 11 missions, beginning in 1950 and extending into the near future — the year 2047.

In this DLC, the Soviet Union emerges from World War II strong, cunning, and ruthless, determined to reshape the world through diplomacy, domination, or nuclear fire. Players will be tasked with raising the Red Banner over every continent, forging alliances, and thriving amidst war and conflict.

The expansion also introduces new Soviet and Russian-style player portraits, and marks the debut of cosmetic loadouts. Depending on the nation they’re playing, players will see appropriate counterparts on the battlefield — their Leopard 1s might appear as T-62s, their F-22s as Su-57s, and so on. Units are automatically represented using faction-specific models to better reflect the historical and stylistic context. Whether simulating Soviet dominance or leading a modernized Russia, players’ forces will look the part.

What’s new

Endless October is out now on Steam, with the base game, ICBM: Escalation, on sale at 10%.

What is ICBM: Escalation

ICBM: Escalation is a grand strategy RTS where players command armies, develop cutting-edge tech, and wield devastating weapons. Conquering enemies with conventional forces or nuclear firepower, with new modes like Standoff and Conquest, gamers will explore deep strategic layers in a global warfare setting.

Matrix Games has announced that new patches are now available for Campaign Series: Vietnam and Campaign Series: Middle East, bringing several important enhancements and fixes to improve the gameplay experience.

These updates address technical issues, refine visual elements, and improve editing tools for user generated content.

You can find links for both patches and the changelogs for both titles HERE.

The medieval grand strategy game set in 1054 is receiving its first expansion. This new DLC will introduce new lands on the map, playable nations, and never-before-seen mechanics for nomadic and tribal civilizations.

Field of Glory: Kingdoms – Rajas and Tribes highlights new nations such as the Rajput kingdoms of India, the powerful African kingdoms of Ethiopia, Ghana, and many others. Gamers can now play not only as a Western king or emperor, but also as any nomadic or tribal nation present on the map. The map has been extended significantly, spanning several thousand kilometers to the south and east, reaching as far as Delhi in India and encompassing areas along the historic Silk Road.

Watch the Field of Glory: Kingdoms – Rajas and Tribes Gameplay Trailer HERE.

With a focus on nomadic and tribal nations, two major new gameplay mechanics allow them to earn legacy points either through trade or warfare. Combined with their unique buildings, this results in a playstyle that is distinctly different from other nations:

Furthermore, the game introduces two additional scenarios: one centered on Alexander Nevsky, the famous Rus’ hero, and the other on the vicious fratricidal conflict between the Guelphs and Ghibellines in Italy.

What’s New:

Alexander Nevsky – Defend the Rus’ against the relentless advance of the Teutonic Knights and Swedish forces, stepping into the role of the legendary hero himself.

Guelphs vs. Ghibellines – Take part in the brutal struggle for dominance in medieval Italy, as factions vie for control under the shadow of the Holy Roman Empire.

Find out more about Field of Glory: Kingdoms on the games official Steam page. Purchase Field of Glory: Kingdoms – Rajas and Tribes on the DLCs official Steam page.