Modern Russian, Chinese and American jets join the battle

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the “Hornet’s Sting” major content update for the military online shooter War Thunder is available to the players. Aside from the signature F/A-18 “Hornet” jet the update was named after, it also features Su-30SM, an advanced twin-engine Russian fighter, as well as J-11B, the backbone of the PLA Air Force. Dozens of other iconic military vehicles joined the fight, including 2S19 “Msta-S” howitzer, the Tracked Rapier SAM and the USS Colorado super-dreadnought featuring 16 inch guns.

Watch the “Hornet’s Sting” Trailer HERE.

Su-30SM is an advanced twin-engine fighter that can accelerate to a maximum speed of about Mach 2, all while maintaining amazing maneuverability for its size. AL-31F engines have rotating nozzles, allowing the pilot to change the direction of thrust — a feature known as thrust vectoring — along all axes during maneuvers, improving controllability at extreme angles. Su-30SM is equipped with a modern radar with a passive electronically scanned array (PESA radar), providing fast target coordinate updates in TWS mode, an RWR and a modern cockpit with multiple multi-function displays (MFD).

J-11B is a Chinese modernization of Su-27 fighters imported from Russia, featuring a new radar, RWR, digital cockpit with a new heads-up display, new MFDs and domestically produced WS-10A engines, generating over 12,500 kgf of available thrust in afterburner mode. This upgrade significantly improved the aircraft’s rate of climb to around 235 m/s, while also improving its maximum speed and acceleration in level flight. J-11B is equipped with a mix of Russian and domestic high precision missiles and guided bombs.

The 2S19 Msta-S is a self-propelled 152 mm howitzer with an automatic loader and a good selection of shells, including two HE shells with up to 11.7 kg in TNT equivalent, a HE-VT shell, a HEAT shell and an APHEBC shell. It’s huge in size and lightly armored, so using it usually requires finding a good position for sniper fire or going behind your teammates when attacking as a support vehicle. With a careful, yet aggressive playstyle, the 2S19 (M1 and M2 variants are available in the game) will show its best side thanks to immense firepower and good reload speed.

More information in the content of the update is available at the official website.

Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has today launched new content for Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest entry in the smash hit Sniper Elite franchise. The new Vercors Vendetta Mission and Weapons Pack offers a brand new mission that continues the Sniper Elite: Resistance story, along with new weapons for your arsenal.

Rebellion has also launched an additional free content pack for all Sniper Elite: Resistance players, Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack and two free new multiplayer maps.

A trailer showcasing the new DLC content is available HERE.

Vercors Vendetta Mission and Weapons Pack (Steam: $11.99, £9.99, €15.99, Consoles: $15.99, £13.99, €15.99).

Despite destroying the primary Nazi stockpile of the deadly nerve agent Kleine Blume, one final cache survived! This stash has now been loaded into artillery shells ready for an imminent launch against multiple targets throughout France. With millions of civilian lives at stake, Harry Hawker launches a daring attempt to neutralise the remaining Wunderwaffe before they can be deployed.

To help you complete your mission, the M1941 Rifle and Armaguerra OG-44 will be added to your arsenal. Used by the U.S Marine Corps, the M1941 is a powerful rifle with a 10-round high-capacity rotary magazine, requiring fewer reloads. Whereas the Italian Armaguerra OG-44 is a submachine gun that has a recoil mechanism housed above the barrel, resulting in extremely low vertical recoil.

The Vercors Vendetta Mission and Weapons Pack contains:

Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack (Free)

The Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack is free to all players and contains two character skins, along with the M.1903 Rifle and the M1A1 Gov. submachine gun. The M.1903 Rifle was the sniper rifle of choice for troops during the Allied Invasion of Europe. Sporting incredible range and muzzle velocity, this is a deadly addition to any sniper’s arsenal. The iconic M1A1 Gov. submachine gun delivers lethal .45ACP rounds. But you will need to get up close and personal as the SMG’s lethality is balanced by its heavy weight and limited iron sight visibility.

The Fairburne’s Armoury Weapons and Skins Pack contains:

The latest Sniper Elite: Resistance update will also include two additions to the multiplayer map roster. The Sniper Elite: Resistance exclusive St. Raymonds adversarial map, and the Sniper Elite 5 fan favourite Flooded Village No Cross map.

For the latest news and updates, please visit sniper.com.

The Battle of Britain was a defining moment of World War II, marking the first major military campaign fought entirely in the air. It was a clash of strategy, skill, and relentless courage, where the Royal Air Force stood against the might of the Luftwaffe in a fight for control of Britain’s skies.

A number of remarkable pilots made history during this period, pioneering new dogfighting tactics and reshaping the future of aerial warfare. Their bravery and innovation not only influenced military strategy but also left a lasting impact on society.

Our new series A Lens On: Battle of Britain brings these incredible stories to life, featuring expert insights, archival footage, and in-depth discussions on the aircraft, tactics, and legendary aces that defined the battle.

A special thank you to historians Victoria Taylor, Paul Beaver, and the game’s Lead Developer Jon Coughlin for their invaluable contributions to the series.

Watch the Trailer HERE.

The first episode of the series premieres on March 31st. Stay tuned for an inside look at the untold stories that inspired Scramble: Battle of Britain.

Visit the games official website for game information, or via Steam.

For centuries, the nomadic peoples of the Eurasian steppe have crossed the great grasslands in search of fertile pastures and rich neighbors to raid. But a golden age is imminent, as talented warlords work to build political alliances that will transform fractured clans into a strong united power. Master the horse and bow while navigating tricky clan politics in Khans of the Steppe, a new core expansion for Crusader Kings III and the first major component of Crusader Kings III: Chapter IV.

Crusader Kings III: Khans of the Steppe adds a horde of new play styles, including a new government form, as well as tons of historical flavor to Paradox Interactive’s best-selling medieval strategy role-playing experience. The semi-arid grasslands that stretch across the Eurasian landmass were home to a mobile culture centered on the wealth of the livestock herds and defended by fierce mounted warriors. Can you unite the clans of the steppe, claim the title of Great Khan and be the terror of the settled kingdoms around you?

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

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

Crusader Kings III: Khans of the Steppe will be available on April 28, 2025 for the suggested retail price of $19.99/£16.75/€19.99, or as part of the Crusader Kings III Chapter IV Pack.

Chapter IV for Crusader Kings III includes four new additions to the beloved game, including an instant-unlock clothing pack (available immediately upon purchase of the Chapter), the core expansion Khans of the Steppe, an event pack and a new major expansion that greatly expands the scope of the map and challenge of the game.

The components of Chapter IV are:

Crusader Kings III: Chapter IV is available now for the suggested retail price of $43.99/£37.15/€43.99.

More game information is available on the official Crusader Kings III website, or via Steam.

Panzer Corps 2: Frontlines – Cyrenaica is finally available. This expansion immerses players in the North African Campaign, focusing on the strategic battles for Cyrenaica during Operation E and Operation Compass.

To celebrate the launch, the DLC is available at a 10% discount for two weeks.

Watch the new Panzer Corps 2: Frontlines – Cyrenaica Gameplay Trailer HERE.

Players can experience two distinct campaigns, leading both Italian and British forces through historically significant scenarios. Each mission is playable from both perspectives, offering diverse strategic opportunities.

The DLC introduces new units, including the Italian Moto Guzzi TriAlce motorcycle and British Gloster Gladiator biplane, enhancing tactical gameplay. Players must navigate harsh desert conditions, manage supplies, and adapt to dynamic weather challenges like sandstorms.

Innovative mechanics, such as diminishing core slots and hero-based gameplay featuring historical generals, add depth to the strategic experience. Decisions made in one scenario influence subsequent missions, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning.

Slated to launch in June 2025 and currently the most wishlisted RTS game on Steam, already boasting half a million players who’ve passionately participated in previous multiplayer open betas, Broken Arrow is set to make waves in the real-time strategy genre. Promising to deliver a unique army-building system and deep unit customization tools allowing for endless replayability, each battle will be truly unique and immersive.

Joining the roster is The Stryker Cavalry Regiment. Its mobile units allow for unparalleled pace and lethality, striking opponents with precision, while its armored infantry units bring the firepower deadliness.

Comprising Stryker vehicles, M10 Bookers, truck-based units, plus additional infantry and air support, this specialization deck offers a more transportable force to strike a balance between heavy sheathing and foot soldiers.

In Broken Arrow, the Stryker Cavalry Regiment truly embodies the balance between speed and density. The speed of the Strykers is inferior to the lighter transports of the airborne specialization, but it makes up for this with sheer vigor. Combined with the light-footed ground units, this regiment is frankly a force to be reckoned with.

A deeper dive into The Stryker Cavalry Regiment can be found in this developer deep dive on Steam.

For more game information please visit the games website or its official Steam page.

Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading cross-platform naval multiplayer game World of Warships, is sailing into March with a new update. The 14.2 update has players looking forward to new Experimental ships, the return of the Operations with Flagships battle type, and Soviet Submarines plunging into Early Access.

Starting March 5th, players eager to take the helm of new vessels will be able to get hands-on with three new Experimental Ships, including Tier VIII French heavy cruiser Metz, Tier IX Soviet cruiser Vyazma, and Tier X American battleship Oregon. Designed for veteran players, each ship begins battles with a fraction of its hit point pool that slowly recovers during combat. Those brave enough to command these vessels can take on a special mission chain to earn Coal for their hard-earned efforts.

This update also sees the return of Operations with Flagships. To keep things fresh, players will see new changes to the formula, as Flagships set a course for destruction on the high seas. With increased health and the ability to buff the ships they are leading into battle, each fight will become more diverse as randomized Flagships, each with various effects and vulnerabilities, seek out players to destroy. This time around, players will be able to increase their odds of survival by using Classified Documents to boost their ship’s battle capabilities.

Finally, underwater ships are on the radar, with new Soviet Submarines joining Early Access. Tier VI Soviet submarine S-1, Tier VIII Soviet submarine L-20, and Tier X Soviet submarine K-1 are all available and ready to dive deep into combat, each equipped with powerful and fast torpedoes, long-ranged Submarine Surveillance, and Fast Damage Control Team. They may lack the speed of other underwater vessels, but on the surface, they’ll pack a punch.

You can find patch notes HERE.

Watch the 14.2 Update Trailer HERE.

Visit the official World of Warships website now for more game info and to sign up to play World of Warships for free!

Dozens of new vehicles and visual improvements for the maps are a part of the new update

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the “Hornet’s Sting” major content update for the military online shooter War Thunder will be released in mid-March. Three iconic maps will receive massive visual updates, and dozens of new military vehicles will join the fight. Some of the most interesting additions are the F/A-18 fighter jet, Hopkins Mk.I light tank, and HMS Warspite battleship.

The F/A-18 Hornet carrier-based fighter jet that has been used in most military conflicts where the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps have been involved in, including Libya, the Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm, the Balkans and Afghanistan. In addition to the United States, other countries have operated the F/A-18 Hornet, including Canada, Finland, Australia, Kuwait and some more. It was also widely featured in popular culture, including blockbuster movies.

The Hornet’s Sting update will bring American F/A-18A and F/A-18C variants, as well as Finnish F/A-18C, all of them featuring a bit different set of available weapons and combat systems. One of those is the Walleye II ER/DL guided bomb equipped with a thermal imaging homing head.

The Mk VIII Light Tank, the Harry Hopkins, was designed in late 1941 in order to replace the Mk VII Tetrarch, with the primary goal of increasing the overall armor protection. It features 38 mm of armor on the turret and hull, with the latter having some decent sloping, enough to stop hits from some of the weaker shells, which is more than most light tanks can boast. AP shells of its fast-firing 40 mm cannon can get through a max of 89 mm of armor, and the APHE can be similarly destructive.

Advance to the Rhine, Sinai and Jungle have all undergone major visual overhauls. Artists have replaced the models with better looking and more authentic ones, updated the textures, added more vegetation and decorative elements, while preserving the overall layout and design. For example, a railway and telegraph line have been added between the main combat areas and the water channel in Sinai. The Jungle map also received gameplay improvements, offering more balanced terrain traversal options.

Watch the ‘Hornet’s Sting’ Update Trailer HERE.

More information on Hornet’s Sting update is available on the official website of the game.

Rewrite the history of a new front in history’s most destructive conflict in Graveyard of Empires, a new country pack for Hearts of Iron IV. This new add-on to Paradox Interactive’s best-selling grand strategy wargame about World War II focuses on the nations of central and south Asia, each fighting for survival or independence amidst the fires of a global war.

New National Focus trees for four countries add new color and flavor to an alternate history sandbox, where the future is determined by your decisions in a region historically dominated by distant larger powers.

Watch the Hearts of Iron IV: Graveyard of Empires Official Release Trailer HERE.

Hearts of Iron IV: Graveyard of Empires is available now for the suggested retail price of $14.99/ £12.79/ €14.99 and is also available as a part of the Hearts of Iron IV Expansion Pass.

For more game information please visit the official Hearts of Iron IV website, or via the games Steam page.

Matrix Games announced today the release of Update 3.00.01 for Campaign Series: Middle East 1948-1985. It brings a host of new features, enhancements, and fixes, ensuring an even deeper and more immersive tactical wargaming experience.

What is new?

IMPORTANT NOTE: This version requires uninstalling the previous version before installing the current one. Be sure to complete your ongoing games. Going forward, before installing any new updates, please ensure that all game modifications are disabled using the JSGME tool, if you had previously enabled any of them.

You can download the Remastered Update from the store page or by navigating to the File Downloads section under My Page and downloading it from there https://www.matrixgames.com/member/downloads/campaign-series-middle-east-1948-1985.

View the changelog HERE.

Campaign Series: Middle East 1948-1985 is a turn-based tactical wargame covering conflicts in the Middle East from 1948 to 1985. It portrays battles across a wide range of historical and hypothetical conflicts, from the First Arab-Israeli War to the Invasion of Lebanon in 1982, as well as border clashes, civil wars, and Cold War-era proxy battles.

Each scenario is played on historically accurate maps, created using period topographic data, set on a 250-meter hex-grid with seven view modes. Scenarios include meeting engagements, trench defenses, armored breakthroughs, battles of attrition, and mobile defenses. The game features platoon-level formations, with select squad-level units for detailed tactical engagements.