Latest main battle tanks and dozens of other new vehicles are joining the fight

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the next major content update “Heavy Cavalry” will be available for the military online action game War Thunder in mid-June. It will feature the very latest modern MBTs, such as the American M1A2С Abrams, the true knights of the modern battlefield. Dozens of other new vehicles are coming to the game including Yak-130 and M-346FA light combat/trainer aircraft and the immense North Carolina battleship. The game environment, objects, buildings, and roads have been completely redesigned for the classic 38th Parallel and Ash River locations, and a new version of the winter Ardennes map will be added.

‘Heavy Cavalry’ Update Trailer

The M1A2C, the most advanced production variant of the U.S. Abrams main battle tank, arrives in War Thunder as the new peak of the M1A2 line. Building on the SEP v2 family, this modernized Abrams features significantly improved frontal turret protection, making its turret cheeks extremely difficult to penetrate at medium and long ranges, while the researchable TUSK package adds ARAT 2 explosive reactive armor to the hull and turret sides for extra protection against ATGMs. Its firepower is also upgraded with the powerful M829A3 APFSDS round, designed to perform better against certain types of explosive reactive armor, while the U.S. version also gains the XM1147 high-explosive round with a programmable fuse.

The Yak-130 is a compact and highly agile modern Russian strike aircraft, bringing impressive handling, strong thrust-to-weight ratio and a surprisingly diverse suspended arsenal. Developed from the same early training aircraft project that later led to Italy’s M-346 family, the Yak-130 will be joined in the same update by Italian M-346FA, giving players two related but distinctly different aircraft to master.

The Yak-130 is powered by two turbofan engines, capable of reaching around 1,050 km/h at sea level while remaining exceptionally responsive in flight. It does not carry radar or air-to-air guided missiles, but makes up for this with a wide selection of ground-attack ordnance, including several types of unguided rockets, free-fall and TV-guided bombs for precision strikes. Small, fast and easy to control, the Yak-130 should become a dangerous support aircraft for players who enjoy aggressive low-altitude attacks and precise strikes against ground targets.

One of the new features debuting in the update is the addition of arresting gear at ground airfields. An aircraft equipped with an arresting hook attaches to one or more sequentially arranged cables, significantly reducing the landing run on short airfields. Attention to small but important details like this makes War Thunder battles even more realistic with each update. More information on the new content and features in the “Heavy Cavalry” update is available at the official War Thunder website.

Relic Entertainment announces Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition, a comprehensive modernization of the landmark 2006 real-time strategy game that redefined the genre. Launching Fall 2026, the Definitive Edition brings one of the highest-rated strategy games of all time into the modern era, fully enhanced for Today’s hardware while staying true to the gritty atmosphere, squad-level tactics, and immersive WWII battlefields that made the original a classic.

Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition Announcement Trailer

The Definitive Edition includes all content in the base game and Opposing Fronts and Tales of Valor expansions, delivering three cinematic campaigns, four unique armies, and more than 50 multiplayer & skirmish maps.

At the heart of the Definitive Edition is a commitment to preserving what made Company of Heroes iconic. The game has been fully upgraded to a 64-bit platform to support modern systems, with faithfully enhanced visuals — including improved lighting, shadows, water, and reflections — while maintaining the original art direction and tone. Improved rendering features and increased draw distance bring greater battlefield immersion without compromising the look and feel players remember.

The iconic squad-based gameplay, destructible environments, and cinematic WWII storytelling remain intact.

Modernized for Today’s Players

The Definitive Edition introduces a range of quality-of-life and technical improvements for both new players and returning veterans:

• Enhanced A.I. delivers a more dynamic and challenging experience, with a new Ruthless difficulty option for the most hardened strategists
• Modernized User Interface and controls, including grid key support and fully customizable hotkeys
• Gameplay improvements such as vehicle reversing and automatic unit reinforcement at HQ
• Widescreen and ultrawide support with an optimized HUD and screen layout
• Full mod compatibility, supporting a 20-year catalogue of community-created content

Celebrating 20 Years of Company of Heroes

The Definitive Edition serves as the centerpiece of a franchise-wide 20th Anniversary celebration. As part of the 20th Anniversary, Relic will also be introducing exciting new modes and content for Company of Heroes 3, as well as a series of community initiatives honoring two decades of strategic innovation.

Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition is set to release Fall 2026 on PC. Release date and pricing details will be announced at a later date.

Check out the Steam Listing HERE.

BULKHEAD & Team17 have revealed a brand-new gameplay trailer for WARDOGS, their upcoming Tactical All Out Warfare FPS, during the Future Games Show Summer Showcase.

Watch the trailer HERE.

The new gameplay trailer gives players the clearest look yet at WARDOGS in action. Set around the high-stakes Control Zone, 100 players and three rival teams fight to dominate the battlefield. WARDOGS combines tactical gunplay, combined-arms combat, construction, destruction, and large-scale team play, creating a warzone where coordination matters, risk pays off, and cash is king.

The reveal comes as WARDOGS recently passed 500,000 Wishlist’s on Steam, a major milestone for the independent studio, offering a clear signal that players are hungry for a different kind of large-scale shooter.

Following recent hands-on playtests, BULKHEAD is opening sign-ups for the next WARDOGS playtest.

Players can sign up now at community.wardogs.com/signup/community.

For BULKHEAD, playtesting has never been a marketing beat with a feedback form bolted on. It’s a real opportunity for players to push the systems, expose the cracks, test the chaos, and help shape WARDOGS into the all-out warfare experience they have been asking for.

The WARDOGS party isn’t over yet. Head to WARDOGS.com now for an exclusive extended gameplay reveal stream with live footage taken during a team playtest earlier this week. Then, tune into the PC Gamer show tomorrow for a deeper look at what’s coming next.

WARDOGS arrives on Steam Early Access this summer and is available to Wishlist now.

WARDOGS is an All-Out Warfare FPS that combines tactical gunplay and combined arms combat with building and destruction mechanics in a large-scale, up to 100-player militaristic sandbox.

Cash persists from match to match, so spending big on better gear, equipment, or a vehicle at the right time has the potential to turn the tide of battle and could yield massive returns.

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today released a new systems walkthrough trailer, offering a deep-dive into the high-stakes aerial combat, robust aircraft customization, and colossal superweapon battles awaiting players in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE™. The trailer breaks down the core systems that define the flight shooting experience in the long-awaited sequel, from intense dogfights to new strategic combat mechanics against massive enemies. Developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc., ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is the first mainline entry in ACE COMBAT™ in seven years, taking players back to the franchise’s legendary fictitious setting of Strangereal and harnesses the power of Unreal® Engine 5 to deliver an ultra-realistic aerial thrill ride. The title will take to the skies with Early Access available for Deluxe Edition holders on September 29, 2026, and launch for all players on October 2. Preorders are available now on PlayStation®5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC via Steam® in Standard and Deluxe Editions.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Walkthrough Trailer

The walkthrough trailer breaks down the core systems that players will want to learn and master as they take on the role of an ace pilot in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE. Delivering a fast-paced aerial combat experience built around complete 360-degree flight freedom and dynamic weather effects, the game puts players in the cockpit to engage in intense dogfights. The series’ signature intuitive controls and easy to understand systems drive the high-speed action, where staying on target to achieve objectives while evading incoming missiles with defensive maneuvers, including high-G turns performed in the heat of battle, are the keys to victory. Wingmen also play an important role in combat in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, with players issuing tactical commands such as attack and cover orders in real time.

Beyond the action in the skies, preparation plays a key role before every sortie. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE features a wide selection of real-world aircraft along with original aircraft. Players are encouraged to consider the mission objective and their playstyle to pick the best aircraft for the job and can build fighters tailored to each mission by customizing with upgrade parts and special weapons. Mission briefings provide strategic insight, encouraging players to adapt their aircraft and tactics to each combat scenario.

The trailer also showcases massive enemy superweapons that dominate the battlefield with overwhelming offensive and defensive capabilities. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE introduces new gameplay mechanics that allow players to damage these colossal targets outside designated target zones. In addition, the giant targets can now strike areas beyond their designated target containers and destroying them can trigger chain reactions as the wreckage of downed enemy weaponry collides with nearby targets, taking out surrounding foes. Players will also face elite ace squadrons that employ coordinated aerial tactics and relentless attacks, creating high stakes encounters that demand precision piloting, strategic thinking, and mastery of aerial combat.

For more information, visit the games official website, or on Steam.

Developer Hypnotic Ants is proud to announce that Medic: Pacific War is available now in Steam Early Access for $9.99 / €9.99 / £8.99, with a 10% launch discount available for a limited time.

Unlike traditional war games, Medic: Pacific War places players in the boots of a combat medic, where success is measured not by enemies defeated, but by soldiers brought home alive. As artillery rains down and gunfire erupts across the battlefield, players must assess injuries, manage pain, stop bleeding, stabilize critical wounds, and evacuate casualties under relentless pressure.

To celebrate TODAY’s launch, Hypnotic Ants has also released a brand-new gameplay trailer showcasing the intense medical procedures, life-or-death decisions, and frontline rescues players will face as they fight to save lives amidst the chaos of World War II’s Pacific campaign.

Medic: Pacific War Official Early Access Trailer

The Early Access launch includes the first two chapters of the game’s story campaign, following young medic trainee Mayers as he begins his journey during the attack on Pearl Harbor before being thrust into the brutal realities of frontline combat in the Philippines. As the war escalates, players will witness Mayers’ transformation from inexperienced recruit to battlefield medic, facing impossible decisions and desperate situations where every second counts.

Alongside the campaign, players can also dive into Lifeline, a highly replayable roguelite mode that offers a fresh challenge with every run. Set across alternate versions of campaign locations, Lifeline features its own progression system, allowing players to complete challenges, earn Challenge Points, and unlock permanent perks that improve future runs. During each deployment, players must develop new skills, manage limited resources, purchase vital equipment, and adapt to ever-changing battlefield conditions as they strive to save as many lives as possible.

Today, Battlefield Studios and EA unveiled a new look at everything coming to Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC on June 9 as part of our Blastpoint update. This update will bring Cairo Bazaar, our reimagining of the Battlefield 3 map Grand Bazaar, as well as the return of Battlefield 4’s Obliteration mode. In Obliteration, you must secure neutral bombs, escort carriers, and destroy enemy M-COMs.

BATTLEFIELD 6 SEASON 3 BLASTPOINT – OFFICIAL GAMEPLAY TRAILER

New arsenal additions include the return of the PP-19 SMG and Handheld Jammer (Recon gadget).

You can read all about the process of reimagining Grand Bazaar for Battlefield 6 HERE.

Visit Battlefield.com or Steam for more game information.

Rise Above’ as the thrilling sequel to the Series that defined the aerial combat genre returns, with pre-orders now Live with bonuses including ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR

Storm the seas, fly through stunningly realistic cities and landscapes, and ‘Rise Above’ as Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe today announced the launch date, preorder bonuses, and the first-ever Premium Ace Pass for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE™. The long-anticipated sequel will take to the skies with early access available for Digital Deluxe Edition holders on 29 September 2026 and launch for all players on 2 October 2026. Developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc., the first mainline entry in ACE COMBAT in seven years promises to elevate the flight shooting franchise to new heights, harnessing the power of Unreal® Engine 5 and proprietary technology to create an ultra-realistic aerial thrill ride represents system “Cloudly”. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is available now for pre-orders at participating retailers on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam® in Standard and Deluxe Editions.

Watch the ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE release date trailer HERE.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE features a deep engaging campaign, promising to deliver the most cinematic experience yet in the series. The story puts players in the role of an ace pilot in an emotionally charged story of identity and duty, fighting for the survival of their homeland. Returning to the series’ legendary fictitious setting, Strangereal is now a world at war, with the nation Federation of Central Usea (FCU) occupied and its military shattered. With the prospect of war for survival as the only option, players enter the cockpit under the name Wings of Theve, taking on the role of a legendary ace with their name tied to Theve, the capital of the FCU, and becoming the symbol of hope for every citizen in their imperiled nation. Joined by a squadron of three allied pilots, theirs is a flight against all odds to repel the Republic of Sotoa’s vicious attack and reclaim their lost homeland.

The new trailer released today gives a glimpse of the intense battles players will face. It also reveals more of the epic storyline in the game’s Campaign Mode, introducing the distinct characters forming Wings of Theve’s squadron, Baxter, Tasha, and Coster, together known as the Joker Flight. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will also feature online multiplayer modes, which Bandai Namco will reveal closer to launch.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is available for pre-order now in Standard and Deluxe Editions, with Deluxe Edition owners receiving additional content to enhance their experience from day one. All pre-orders include a digital copy of ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR to be available at launch on 2 October 2026. The celebrated 2006 entry ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR is widely regarded as one of the defining titles in the franchise and features the origin story of the ACE COMBAT universe. The game also introduced the series’ iconic Ace Style gauge system, a dynamic mechanic that shifts based on how players approach each mission and the choices they make in battle, shaping the story’s outcome and their identity as a pilot.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE pre-order offers include a few exclusive bundles such as the Joker Flight Pack, available exclusively at the Bandai Namco Store. The exclusive pack includes everything in the Deluxe Edition alongside The Vinyl Collection, a premium set featuring two LP vinyl records of the soundtrack, an official 200-page artbook “ACES at WAR HISTORY 2029”, a collectible slipcase, and a slipmat.

Bandai Namco is also introducing the first Premium Ace Pass for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE. The pass can be purchased separately and is also included with the Deluxe Edition’s Premium Ace Pass Plus Voucher, which unlocks the current season after launch. The Premium Ace Pass grants an instant unlock of 30 Ace Pass levels, giving players a head start to claim the first 30 tiers of seasonal rewards, along with a season long track of bonus rewards including aircraft’s skins, avatar’s costume and the playable ADFX-02 MORGAN -PIXY- additional aircraft.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Deluxe Edition also includes the Customizable Cosmetic Set, which includes skins for both F-4 Mobius Squadron 25th Anniversary & the F/A-18C Team Zvezda aircrafts, as well as the Scarlet Missile Smoke and a Tasha’s Costume.

For more information, visit the games official website, or via Steam.

Expression Games and Team17 have announced on Steam that Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, scheduled to launch on June 18th, has been delayed until August 13th. Here is the statement…

To those of you who played the Open Beta over the weekend, we hope you enjoyed your time going hands-on with Hell Let Loose: Vietnam ahead of launch.

We understand that many of you have been waiting patiently for this next instalment in the Hell Let Loose franchise and we are deeply appreciative of your patience. We will continue to keep you updated on our progress.

Hell Let Loose: Vietnam is available to purchase now on Steam.

Command the legendary Scharnhorst in an immersive WWII naval simulation

MicroProse is pleased to announce that Battleship Command is now available in Early Access on Steam, inviting players to take command of one of the most iconic warships of the Second World War: the mighty Scharnhorst.

Blending first-person immersion, naval simulation, and tactical fleet command, Battleship Command places players aboard a meticulously recreated Scharnhorst-class battleship, where they can freely explore decks and interiors, operate authentic WWII naval systems, and lead combat operations across dangerous waters.

Battleship Command Early Access Launch Trailer

Players may issue commands to their crew or take direct control of key stations, including gunnery, radar, navigation, and damage control, while engaging enemy convoys and warships across dynamic battlefields shaped by weather, visibility, and time of day.

From the icy Norwegian Sea to the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean waters, captains must navigate shifting conditions, coordinate fleet maneuvers, and outthink the enemy to survive increasingly dangerous encounters at sea.

Battleship Command is available now in Early Access on Steam.

Blue Dot Games has released a new Developer Tape video for ‘83, detailing the studio’s response to player feedback following the game’s recent Early Access launch, while also announcing a 50% discount running from June 4th to 18th. The video provides an in-depth look at ongoing development efforts, covering improvements to performance, animations, immersion, communication systems and community features.

‘83 Developer Tapes #8 – Early Access Patches and Progress Video

Launching ’83 into Early Access marked a major milestone for Blue Dot Games, following years of work bringing the project into a modern engine and preparing it for large-scale online warfare. While the Early Access launch presented a number of challenges, player feedback has become a key driver of the game’s ongoing development.

Since launch, the team has rolled out regular hotfixes, balance changes and major quality-of-life updates aimed at improving the overall experience. Work has focused on areas highlighted by the community, including server stability, optimisation, animations, audio, visual effects and player communication.

Recent improvements include updates to weapon handling and movement animations, more impactful battlefield audio and effects, refinements to VOIP and team coordination systems, and new tools for both official and community servers. Blue Dot Games is also continuing work on systems designed to encourage teamwork and create more consistently tense, hard-fought matches.

Alongside these improvements, additional updates are planned for the weeks and months ahead, with further work underway across gameplay systems, stability and community-requested features.

A 50% discount will be available from June 4th to 18th, giving new players an ideal opportunity to jump into ’83 and experience its large-scale Cold War battles.

In addition, a new Assault scenario will enter beta soon, expanding ’83′s large-scale tactical sandbox with new opportunities for squad coordination and combat. More details on the scenario and future updates will be shared in the coming weeks.

Wishlist ‘83 on Steam.