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.

The Cold War turns hot.

Command the forces of the USSR in Headquarters: Cold War – Operation Pacify, the first DLC for Headquarters: Cold War on June 18th.

Set in Northern Germany near Hamburg, Operation Pacify places you at the center of a rapidly escalating conflict. Soviet intelligence has uncovered the existence of a secret NATO nuclear missile launch facility, and what begins as a suppression mission quickly evolves into a desperate race to locate, secure, and control a weapon capable of shifting the global balance of power.

Fight through five challenging missions featuring evolving objectives, diverse battlefields, and the constant threat of escalation.

New USSR Campaign: Operation Pacify
Take command of Soviet forces in a new 5-mission narrative campaign featuring:

• Hunting down classified NATO intelligence
• Assaulting heavily defended research facilities
• Holding the line against relentless counterattacks
• Breaking through fortified defenses to seize a nuclear missile silo

Every mission introduces new tactical challenges, including urban warfare, river crossings, defensive operations, and large-scale assaults against entrenched enemy positions.

New Units for NATO and USSR
Expand your arsenal with 16 new units — 8 for NATO and 8 for the USSR — introducing new tactical opportunities and battlefield strategies.

NATO Forces

• FIM-92 Stinger – Anti-air infantry
• M202A1 FLASH – Long-range incendiary infantry
• LAV-25 – Recon vehicle
• Challenger 1 – Main battle tank
• M270 MLRS – Rocket artillery
• MIM-104 Patriot – Advanced AA system
• M3 Bradley (ITOW) – Infantry fighting vehicle
• Sikorsky MH-53 – Heavy helicopter

USSR Forces

• 9K34 Strela-3 – Anti-air infantry
• RPO Rys – Long-range incendiary infantry
• BRM-1K – Recon vehicle
• T-80B – Main battle tank
• BM-27 Uragan – Rocket artillery
• Buk missile system – Advanced AA system
• BMP-2 (ATGM) – Infantry fighting vehicle
• Mil Mi-26 – Heavy helicopter

New Infantry Classes

Anti-Air Infantry
Portable missile-equipped infantry squads capable of ambushing enemy helicopters from forests and urban terrain, bringing mobile anti-air tactics directly to the frontline.

Long-Range Incendiary Infantry
Armed with devastating multi-shot incendiary rocket launchers, these units excel at area denial and close infantry engagements.

Key Features

• New 5-mission USSR campaign
• 16 new NATO and USSR units
• 2 new infantry classes
• New environments and mission-specific assets
• Expanded strategic depth and replayability

Coming June 18th on Steam.

Happy official Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 reveal day! Developed by Infinity Ward, Modern Warfare 4 is set in a rapidly escalating global conflict centered on the Korean Peninsula. Players will fight as Private Park, a young South Korean soldier thrust into a full-scale North Korean invasion, while beyond the front lines, operator turned outlaw Captain Price, works outside the system he once served in pursuit of a weapon that threatens to pull the world into catastrophe. The Campaign takes players around the world, from close-quarters combat in New York, thrilling car chases through Paris, to SAS night raids in Mumbai, and of course into trench warfare in Korea.

Check out the Modern Warfare 4 reveal trailer HERE.

Multiplayer delivers grounded, precise combat, built around fluid movement that provides greater control than ever before. Multiplayer introduces Ballistic Authority, a new weapons-first innovation that brings the most authentic Modern Warfare gunplay yet. Modern Warfare 4 will launch with 12 Core maps, spanning visually distinct locations around the world, plus Kill Block, a new and dynamic battleground that reconfigures its layout between rounds across more than 500 configurations.

DMZ returns as the definitive Call of Duty extraction experience, dropping solo players and squads into a shifting combat zone where every deployment plays out differently. Additional details for DMZ will drop on June 7.

Modern Warfare 4 is built with a renewed focus on PC players, with Infinity Ward and Beenox partnering to give more control over performance, visual fidelity, responsiveness, and customization on PC. Modern Warfare 4 launches on October 23, 2026 on XBOX Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and for the first time, Nintendo Switch 2.

Full Modern Warfare 4 reveal intel is available at the Call of Duty blog.

Wargaming is proud to announce the release of its new standalone free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, World of Tanks: HEAT. Built from the ground up on a proprietary engine, the game delivers fast-paced armored combat with a diverse roster of unique Agents and a wide selection of experimental vehicles.

World of Tanks: HEAT is available across PC (Wargaming Game Center and Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and NVIDIA GeForce NOW, supporting full cross-platform play and progression.

World of Tanks: HEAT Release Gameplay Trailer

The action kicks off with the Launch Season, featuring five free weekly Battle Passes, five tanks, and plenty of rewards. Players begin their journey with three Agents – Chopper (Defender, M1E1), Kent (Assault, XM1 90), and Hound (Marksman, Leo 1A6A1). The remaining five Agents, along with their tanks, can be unlocked progressively through Season’s free weekly Battle Passes.

At launch, players can expect:

• Eight Agents: Three battlefield roles – Defender, Assault, and Marksman. Each Agent commands a lethal two-vehicle roster, with each vehicle tailored to its role in combat.
• Fifteen vehicles: Every vehicle supports a different playstyle and can be fully customized through modules and equipment. Whether holding the frontline or striking from a distance, there’s a tank that is ready for the job.
• Eight maps: The battlefields span a wide range of biomes, settings, and visual styles, each designed to support multiple playstyles across game modes.
• Four PvP modes: Hardpoint, Control, Kill Confirmed, and Conquest are available.

Play World of Tanks: HEAT today on Steam or via the games official website!

Today, videogame publisher Matrix Games and developer Wave Ops launch the Early Access of Modern Naval Warfare, an uncompromisingly realistic submarine simulator that places players inside the steel hull of a nuclear-powered Virginia-class attack submarine.

This is the Dark Souls of naval simulators: brutally complex, deeply realistic, and incredibly rewarding for those willing to master it. Modern Naval Warfare is not a game for everyone. It is a hardcore simulation designed for players who dream of spending hours studying a 300-page operations manual, analyzing Pacific Ocean seabed maps, and lying silently on the ocean floor while hunting enemy vessels in total darkness.

Every system aboard the submarine has been recreated with obsessive attention to detail. Sonar tracking, navigation, tactical positioning, stealth operations, and weapons deployment all require patience, coordination, and technical understanding. There are no shortcuts, no arcade mechanics, and no instant gratification, only the slow-burning tension of modern submarine warfare.

The game launches with an 18-mission single-player campaign inspired by a realistic geopolitical scenario: a large-scale naval conflict between the United States and China in the Pacific theater. Players will conduct covert reconnaissance, shadow enemy fleets, evade detection, and engage in high-risk underwater operations where a single mistake can mean destruction.

Early Access Vs Final Version
Although the game is already feature-complete in its core systems, Wave Ops and Matrix Games have chosen to release Modern Naval Warfare in Early Access due to the extraordinary complexity of the simulation. This approach will allow the team to continue refining gameplay systems, balancing mechanics, expanding content, improving the documentation and introducing additional full multiplayer ship vs ship functionality in close collaboration with the community over the coming months. Modern Naval Warfare will also support cooperative multiplayer. Each crew member can take control of a dedicated station aboard the submarine control room: one player pilots the vessel, another manages sonar operations, another handles navigation and route plotting, while others coordinate tactical systems and combat decisions.

Modern Naval Warfare is out now on Steam in Early Access.

TaleWorlds Entertainment today announced the release of a major new patch for both Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord and War Sails, its naval expansion [WS v1.2 / BL v1.4]. The updates introduce a wealth of new content and improvements across both titles, marking the latest milestone in TaleWorlds’ ongoing commitment to expanding and evolving both Bannerlord and the War Sails experience.

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord – War Sails – Accolades Trailer

SEABORNE VILLAGE RAIDS (War Sails)

The centrepiece of the War Sails update v1.2 is the introduction of Seaborne Village Raids – a brand new feature that brings the brutal coastal assault tactics of the Viking era to both the Campaign and Mission gameplay. Players and AI lords can now launch or defend raids on coastal settlements directly from the sea or rivers, requiring shallow draft ships and a crew of at least 15 troops. Village militia will assess the balance of power and either stand and fight – triggering a seaborne village raid mission – or yield, allowing looting to begin immediately. The feature deepens naval strategy, increases lord activity at sea, and introduces new fleet considerations that add fresh layers to campaign planning.

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord – War Sails – Seaborne Village Raids Trailer

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord Updates

• HIDEOUTS – Improved hideout gameplay with more flexible stealth options and distinct rewards for stealth and assault approaches.
• DIPLOMACY – Overhauled diplomacy featuring smarter wars, deeper alliances, trade agreements, and meaningful consequences that reflect the evolving political landscape.
• BATTLES & SIEGES – Refined combat with more forgiving outcomes, smarter AI, and improved unit balance.
• ARMY CHANGES – Armies now require a more substantial force to form and will disband more quickly if too weak to attack, resulting in fewer but stronger armies on the map. This also leaves more noble parties free to respond to threats, strengthening settlement defence – while auto-resolved sieges now take twice as long, giving reinforcements time to arrive.

War Sails Updates

• SEABORNE VILLAGE RAIDS – Coastal villages can now be raided directly from the sea or rivers, with village militia either standing their ground or yielding – triggering different outcomes across both Campaign and Mission gameplay.
• INCREASED NAVAL ACTIVITY – Enemy nobles now actively target coastal ports and sea lanes during wartime, while rebalanced AI drives greater naval travel across all factions – increasing the frequency of meaningful encounters at sea.
• NAVAL BATTLE MISSION CHANGES – Naval battles have been refined for a smoother, more engaging experience. Players can now delegate control of their ship to the crew, freeing them to move and fight independently.
• NEW ROLES & WANDERERS – Two new naval party roles bring more options to crew management, alongside three new Nord wanderer types.
• 2 NEW SHIPS – The Battanian Barlinnger, a slower, sturdier vessel built for larger engagements with strong ranged capabilities, and the Nord Battle Knarr, a reinforced ship designed to carry ballistae and larger crews.
• NEW BODY ARMORS & HELMETS – Two new body armours – the Reinforced Mail Coat and the Nordic Long Heavy Mail – arrive alongside nine new Nord helmets, including the Nordic Spectacle Helmet and the Brass Vendel Helmet.

Watch the full Development Update Video for a complete breakdown HERE.

The patch is available now for all PC players via Steam. Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord and War Sails are available worldwide on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GoG.

Developer Hypnotic Ants has today announced that Medic: Pacific War will launch into Steam Early Access on June 4th, 2026. Set amidst the chaos and devastation of the Pacific Theatre during World War II, Medic: Pacific War places players in the boots of a frontline combat medic, where survival is measured not by enemies defeated, but by lives saved. As artillery tears through the battlefield and gunfire erupts all around you, every second counts. The wounded are depending on you, and every choice could mean the difference between life and death.

Medic: Pacific War – Release Date Reveal Trailer

The Early Access launch marks the beginning of the game’s ongoing development journey, with the team at Hypnotic Ants working closely alongside the community to shape future updates, gameplay improvements, and new content drops throughout the Early Access period. Players can wishlist the game now and prepare to enter the battlefield when deployment begins on June 4th.

In Medic: Pacific War, players are thrust into one of humanity’s darkest conflicts, not as a soldier sent to take lives, but as the one tasked with saving them. Unarmed yet essential, medics must race across war-torn battlefields to assess injuries, manage pain, stabilize wounded soldiers, and carry them to safety while chaos unfolds around them.

Beginning during the attack on Pearl Harbor, players will witness the transformation from inexperienced medic trainee to hardened battlefield hero as they navigate the horrors of the Pacific campaign. From shattered beaches to frontline encampments, every deployment presents new dangers, desperate choices, and soldiers fighting for survival.

Beyond the story campaign, Arena Mode offers an endless survival challenge where waves of wounded arrive under relentless pressure. Players must manage limited medical supplies, improve their skills, and push deeper into the chaos to save as many lives as possible because on the battlefield, every soldier matters.

Key Features

• A Brutal WWII Medic Simulation – Experience the Pacific Theatre from a rarely explored perspective as a frontline combat medic fighting to keep soldiers alive amid relentless warfare.
• Life-or-Death Medical Gameplay – Diagnose injuries, manage pain, stabilize critical wounds, and evacuate soldiers under intense battlefield pressure.
• Fight Across the Pacific Front – Travel through multiple iconic battle zones inspired by the Pacific campaign as the conflict escalates around you.
• Arena Survival Mode – Face endless waves of wounded soldiers in a high-pressure challenge mode where every second and every resource counts.
• Community-Driven Early Access Development – Join the front lines early and help shape the future of Medic: Pacific War with ongoing updates, improvements, and new content planned throughout Early Access.

The battlefield is unforgiving, and survival is never guaranteed. Wishlist Medic: Pacific War now ahead of its Steam Early Access launch on June 4th, and prepare to become the last hope for the wounded on the front lines of the Pacific war.