Greetings, Sire! Straight from its stellar public announcement to being in the top five most popular upcoming games in the Steam RTS Fest with 150k wishlists and 130k demo downloads, Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition is going from strength to strength on the road to its July 15th launch.

Today, Firefly Studios is thrilled to dive into some of the most highly requested gameplay additions from players for this expanded remaster – brand new units and AI characters! Just as a warrior is only as capable as their weapon, an RTS is only as masterful as its troops and its enemies.

Watch the 8 New Units Trailer HERE.

“Bringing the new units to life in Crusader: DE was both a challenge and a blast. With most of the original assets missing, everything had to be rebuilt from the foundations,” said Darrin Horbal, Senior Graphic Designer. “This gave me the chance to refine the animations and push for smoother movement, clearer silhouettes, and stronger visual storytelling. The Heavy Camel was especially fun (and tricky), but there’s nothing more satisfying than watching these characters charge across the battlefield, fully animated and game-ready.”

Units are the foundation of any good RTS combat system, being the building blocks for your ultimate military force. On top of the original troop types present in the first game, Crusader: DE aims to offer players an entirely new arsenal of warriors, each equipped with specialised gear for every challenge in the long march to victory. These new units were carefully based on the weapons and strategies of the historical Bedouin Arab tribes that have been present in the Middle East as early as 6000 BCE.

“With new missions comes new challenges, and new challenges demand new solutions. Enter the Bedouin tribe units – several thousand years of desert-hardened tactics and ruthlessly efficient tools.”

Bedouin societies are masters at surviving in the unforgiving desert environment, making highly resourceful use of the items and raw materials at their disposal. The development of these units was driven by the aim of creating the level of strategic depth that players have come to expect of the Stronghold series. From the skilled Sappers that are adept at demolishing structures and the pyromaniac Ambushers that drown their enemies in righteous fire, to the brutish, burly Eunuchs dual wielding scimitars and the life-saving medical wisdom of the Healers, players’ only limit would be their own crafty imagination.

Watch the New Characters Trailer HERE.

Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition not only elevates the original content that players loved but will bolster the whole package with entirely fresh mission scenarios, units and, of course, AI characters.

These four new characters serve as opponents for players to fully test their strategic depth against and bring the total of characters in Crusader DE to a whopping 20 (!) Lords. Each of these new lords has been designed to embody a unique tactical and cultural aspect of the ancient world:

The Kahin is a cold and ruthless priestess of a desert sect. Her mission is to preserve the sanctity of the desert and to kill all those that violate it. As a Bedouin-based AI with a balanced playstyle revolving around Eunuchs and Heavy Camels, she ranks medium on the difficulty scale.

The Sentinel is a stalwart titan of the Templar Order, a creature so bred for battle that he’s never been seen without his helmet. He employs a deadly cocktail of units including the crippling crossbowmen, marauding macemen and the brand new Demolishers. Being harder to counter than other AI opponents, he ranks medium-to-high difficulty wise.

“We know that the [original] AI opponents have lived long in players’ memories, so whilst we’re polishing them for a new release, we’re making sure not to disrupt the tried-and-true formula.”

Then there’s the Nomad, a confident Bedouin warrior whose protection spreads to whatever land he calls his home. Taking after his wandering lifestyle, he utilises Light Camels and Skirmishers to rush his opponents and catch them off guard. A good opponent for those who are looking for a rapid and relentless skirmish match, he ranks lower on the difficulty scale.

Last but not least is the Jewel, kin of long-standing Stronghold character Sir Longarm and a character who first appeared in Stronghold: Definitive Edition. A veritable force of nature in her own right, she bulldozes enemies using legions of tanky knights and swordsmen, only preferring to move out after amassing sufficient forces. As such, she sits high on the difficulty scale – a true challenge for anyone brave enough to face her.

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?

New Striking Range Mission Plus Commando Weapon and Skin Pack adds new free content for all players

Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has today launched additional content for Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest entry in the smash hit Sniper Elite franchise. The Striking Range Mission, Weapons and Skins pack adds new story content for the main campaign, as well as two new weapons, two character skins and a weapon skin. You can purchase the Striking Range Mission Plus Commando Weapon and Skin Pack on Steam for $15.99.

Prevent a devastating V1 rocket barrage from decimating the Allied invasion fleet ahead of D-Day while also attempting a covert rescue of the captured Resistance operative, Carillon. Extract the asset and employ whatever means necessary to sabotage the launch site and put it beyond use, permanently.

To assist you on your mission, the SVT-40 and Mars Automatic Pistol have been added to your armory. Also known as the Tokarev self-loading rifle, the SVT-40 is a Soviet semi-automatic battle rifle that features a refined, light design with a folding magazine release. Whereas the Mars Automatic Pistol was billed as the most powerful handgun in the world at the time.

The Striking Range Mission, Weapons & Skins Pack includes:

Watch the Sniper Elite: Resistance – Striking Range Mission, Weapons and Skins Pack DLC Trailer HERE.

Commando Weapon and Skin Pack (Free)

The Commando Weapon and Skin Pack adds the deadly D.L. Carbine Rifle and the Covert Rifle Wrap to your arsenal. The D.L. Carbine is a suppressed rifle that is extremely quiet, making it a staple weapon among Allied Commandos. The D.L. Carbine also pairs perfectly with the Covert Rifle Wrap, which enhances the stealth capabilities of elite operatives on even the most dangerous of covert missions.

The Commando Weapon & Skin Pack includes:

Slitherine Software today announced that Broken Arrow, the large-scale real-time modern warfare tactics game will be released on June 19 on Steam at $49.99.

VANGUARD EDITION PRE-ORDERS

But that is not all.
Pre-orders for a special edition of Broken Arrow begins today. Broken Arrow Vanguard Edition is now available on pre-order at $59.99. It is a special edition which contains a number of exclusive goodies.

KALININGRAD LIVE STREAM

Tomorrow, Wednesday April 30 at 3 pm GMT, Slitherine will be streaming a never-shown-before mission on their Twitch channel: it’s Kaliningrad time!

Through astute diplomacy and seemingly invincible armies, the nomadic peoples of the Eurasian steppe altered the course of history. Empires were crushed under the thundering hooves of their horsemen as a Pax Mongolica guaranteed the safety of merchants and diplomats on the trade routes of a continent. Relive and rewrite the dramatic rise of the Nomadic realms in Khans of the Steppe, a new core expansion to Crusader Kings III, available now.

Watch the Crusader Kings III: Khans of the Steppe Release Trailer HERE.

Featuring a horde of new mechanics specifically designed to reflect the culture and society of Asia’s nomadic tribes, Khans of the Steppe adds even more historical flavor to Paradox Interactive’s best selling strategy role-playing game about the medieval world. Accumulate herds that will serve as the basis of your clan’s wealth, as you migrate in search of better pastures. Settle the succession through clan politics. And, most importantly, establish yourself as the Great Khan – the master of all that is under the sky.

Highlights of Crusader Kings III: Khans of the Steppe include:

Crusader Kings III: Khans of the Steppe is available now on Steam for the suggested retail price of $19.99/£16.75/€19.99, or as part of Crusader Kings III: Chapter IV. More information about Crusader Kings III is available on the official Crusader Kings III website.

Evil Twin Artworks is thrilled to announce that Victory At Sea Atlantic, the immersive World War II naval strategy game, has officially launched out of Early Access on Steam. After months of refinements, new content, and player-driven improvements, the game is ready for full deployment.

As part of the launch celebration, Victory At Sea Atlantic will be available at 25% off for the first two weeks, ensuring new players can jump in at the best possible time.

Victory At Sea Atlantic offers deep strategic gameplay, historical authenticity, and intense naval combat, making it a must-play for fans of World War II strategy games.

Find out more about Victory At Sea Atlantic on Steam.

Battle for Brooklyn, an all-new DLC for The Division 2 set in New York, was recently detailed in a special showcase. A new story awaits as players will explore some new (and some familiar) areas of Brooklyn and tackle developing threats. Battle for Brooklyn will release on May 27 alongside a new season of action-packed content; and the showcase also gave players a glimpse into what’s coming for Year 7 in The Division 2.

Watch the The Division 2: Battle for Brooklyn DLC: Deep Dive Trailer HERE.

Battle for Brooklyn will bring players back to New York City in autumn, a new time of year not yet featured in the franchise. Residents have been living relatively peaceful lives in the post-pandemic neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo. While some of these areas may look familiar to veteran Division players, others are entirely new and hold a fresh crop of secrets and challenges, and the narrative will be approachable for new players as well as seasoned Agents.

The main threat comes from the Cleaners and Rikers, who have crossed the river from Manhattan armed with the deadly Purple Flame: a corrosive new twist on their arsenal that will force players to rethink their tactics. As they progress through the linear campaign, either solo or in co-op, players will uncover how the Cleaners are producing the Purple Flame and fight to thwart the planned attack on civilians.

In Battle for Brooklyn, players can unlock a reimagined take on Smart Cover, a skill first introduced in The Division that allows players to reinforce cover points. Offensive and defensive variants, as well as applications for PVE and PVP, will make Smart Cover an impactful addition. The Catalyst Exotic Mask is exclusive to the DLC, and will grant bonuses for dealing and receiving status effect damage.

The showcase also shared updates on Year 7 of The Division 2; the team’s three main goals for the year are to improve the onboarding process for new players, add more depth to the endgame loop, and solidify seasons as a cornerstone of the game’s experience. Additionally, with new seasons, players can look forward to new events and realigned modifiers, gear, and gameplay that better reflect the narrative events.

Players who already own The Division 2 can wishlist Battle for Brooklyn on April 24, and the new DLC will be included with the purchase of The Division 2 Gold or Ultimate editions. The Division 2 is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS4, Amazon Luna, and PC via Ubisoft Connect, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, as well as with a Ubisoft+ Premium subscription.

Click here to visit the games official website.

New update brings WWII era jet fighters to the game

Darkflow Software and Gaijin Entertainment announce that online military shooter Enlisted got a Jet Power major content update. It brought early jet fighters and new infantry weapons like the Soviet Fedorov rifle 1912 and German MG 81 machine gun. The Seelow Heights map has been significantly reworked according to the player feedback and now has more diverse vegetation, alternate routes to capture points and more cover for infantry.

The German Me 262 entered service in 1944 and was the world’s first operational jet-powered fighter aircraft. It proved to be very effective in dogfights against Allied fighters and claimed 542 victories. Me 262 had little effect on the overall war effort because of late introduction and limited numbers, but won its place in the list of the most famous planes of World War II. Introduction of jet fighters to Enlisted allows the players to recreate the rare jet fighter sorties and witness themselves the power of military vehicles that were way ahead of their time.

Watch the “Jet Power” Update Trailer HERE.

Each side in Enlisted has gained access to a researchable late WWII fighter jet of their own: Soviet Su-9, British Meteor F Mk.3 and Japanese Kikka are all both fast and armed to teeth, thus being capable of turning the tide of battle. On the other hand, their handling differs significantly from aircraft with piston engines, and only the most experienced pilots will be able to harness their power.

More information on Enlisted is available at the official website.

Focus Entertainment and New World Interactive are thrilled to announce the launch of a new major content update for Insurgency: Sandstorm with Update 1.18, Operation: Overrun.

Available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, Microsoft Store, and Epic Games Store, this Operation brings a new Forest map to the game, as well as new weapons, the “First Blood” limited-time game mode, and additional patches. Newly added premium cosmetic DLC sets are also available in the Ultimate Edition, the Year 3 Pass, or for individual purchase.

Watch the launch trailer now to discover the latest content in Insurgency: Sandstorm.

FREE CONTENT INCLUDED IN OPERATION: OVERRUN

The new Forest Map is now available to all players in Insurgency: Sandstorm! Engage in firefights on an overgrown military base, equipped with a deserted airport, research station, and decaying equipment. Whether you’re fighting by day or night, use nature to your advantage to get the upper hand on your enemies!

With Operation: Overrun, two new light machine guns are coming to the game: the state-of-the-art M250 for Security and the multipurpose H21 for Insurgents.

To coincide with the release of these new weapons, First Blood has been added to the pool of limited-time game modes. Unleash hell and dodge hails of bullets in frenetic matches where only light machine guns are allowed as primary weapons.

PREMIUM CONTENT INCLUDED IN OPERATION: OVERRUN

Visit the official Insurgency: Sandstorm website for more game information, or check out the games Steam page.

In celebration of the upcoming WarGames Fest, we’re excited to announce that the Remaster Update for Rule the Waves 3 will be launching on April 28. This update continues our commitment to refining and enhancing the game, with key improvements across both performance and visuals.

Here are the update highlights:

This update marks a significant step in our ongoing effort to deliver the best possible naval strategy experience.

More game information is available on the games official website or on Steam.

Rule the Waves 3 is a simulation of naval ship design and construction, fleet management and naval warfare from 1890 to 1970 and will place you in the role of ‘Grand Admiral’ of a navy from the time when steam and iron dominated warship design up to the missile age. Rule the Waves 3 will let you design and build the ships of your navy, and lead them into battle when war erupts.

April 26th marks World Pilot Day, a special occasion commemorating the first certified pilot to take to the skies in the early 1900s. Last year, we kicked off the first closed beta of Scramble: Battle of Britain on this occasion. This year, we’re back with even more activities and opportunities to get involved!

In celebration of this historic milestone, we’re excited to announce our Pilot Week with Scramble: Battle of Britain, running from April 21st to 26th, packed with engaging activities for our community.

Throughout the week, our streamers are ready to take on new challenges in the game. Join them for multiplayer matches and show off your flying skills. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or new to the skies, it’s an opportunity to connect and compete in thrilling aerial battles.

On April 26th, for World Pilot Day, we will release a new episode of A Lens On: Battle of Britain, highlighting the heroes of the skies during World War II. This episode will not only honor their bravery but also delve into the physical and mental challenges they faced daily. It’s a tribute to the human side of aviation and the importance of mental and physical health in the lives of pilots of all times.

Check out the weekly schedule HERE.

For more information about Scramble: Battle of Britain, visit the games official website or on the games Steam page.