Strategy and Wargaming

Slitherine Games has released the V105 update for ICBM: Escalation, its grand RTS game. Click here to view the changelog.

ICBM: Escalation is a grand RTS game that plunges players into the high-stakes world of global warfare, where every decision could tip the balance between survival and annihilation. Command vast armies, develop cutting-edge technology, and wield the most devastating weapons ever created to ensure your faction’s supremacy. Whether by conventional forces or through nuclear firepower, you’ll need to conquer or obliterate your enemies to secure dominance in a volatile global arena.

Matrix Games has released the Meyer Update for its simulation game Nuclear War Simulator. You can Download the update here. With this major update a Campaign mode has been added. These missions introduce new mechanics that increase in complexity – making them a great tutorial for new players.

This update also features a wizard that will help create your own new scenarios.

Updates to the fallout model and improvements to long-term casualty modeling improve the accuracy and realism of the simulation.

We have also improved the presentation of Nuclear War Simulator with new music and better visuals to your attack plans and missile trajectories.

Nuclear War Simulator is also 35% off on the Matrix store. With the new tutorials included in this update, its never been easier to wage atomic warfare.

Watch the Meyer Update trailer HERE.

Read the Changelog HERE.

Nuclear War Simulator is a detailed realistic simulation and visualization of large-scale nuclear conflicts with a focus on humanitarian consequences. There are currently over 13000 nuclear weapons on this planet of which over 9000 are in military stockpiles. This software should help you answer the question: what will happen if Russia and the United States or India and Pakistan use their arsenals?

You can design warheads, missiles and carries, place them on the map and execute attack plans to tell a credible story about how nuclear conflicts play out and what are the consequences. Using a high-resolution population density map and realistic weapons effects like blast, heat and radiation you can make an estimate of how many people will die in a conflict.

Matrix Games today released the its latest update for Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific. This release brings several significant enhancements, including Steam Deck compatibility, making it easier than ever to take your strategic battles on the go. We’ve also improved the Linux experience, ensuring smoother gameplay for all players.

In addition, the game is now localized in Simplified Chinese, opening the battlefield to an even wider audience. Alongside these changes, you’ll find various balancing adjustments and bug fixes to refine and enhance your experience.

Click here for the complete changelog.

Strategic Command WWII: War in the Pacific is a turn-based strategy game. It offers a comprehensive experience of the Pacific Theater, challenging you to achieve victory in one of history’s greatest conflicts.

Immerse yourself in the tension and intensity of global thermonuclear warfare with the ICBM: Escalation Soundtrack Pack. Featuring a curated selection of original tracks that capture the game’s high-stakes atmosphere, this pack lets you relive your most strategic moments outside of the battlefield.

From hauntingly ominous tones to adrenaline-pumping beats, the soundtrack is the perfect companion for fans of ICBM: Escalation, whether you’re planning your next move or simply enjoying the music’s dynamic energy.

Available now on Steam, the Soundtrack Pack is a must-have for those who want to experience the escalation of conflict in a whole new way.

Don’t miss the chance to bring the world of ICBM: Escalation to your playlist.

Tactics of World War I is now available on Steam, the real time tactics (RTT) game from Headless Horseman Games. You can watch the Release Date Trailer here. Tactics of World War I puts you in the role of a military leader on the Western Front. Lead your men through some of the fiercest battles in history. But only if you plan your attacks thoroughly, and react smartly and quickly to your enemies actions you will succeed.

The game features two single-player campaigns set on the Western Front. A German campaign about the invention of the famous “Sturmtruppen”, an elite infantry unit founded to overcome the stalemate of trench warfare. And a British campaign dealing with the deployment of the very first tanks to the battlefield.

The campaigns extent over the entire conflict from 1914 to 1918, including decisive battles such as the Battle of Flirey or the Battle of Passchendaele.

Hello Cold War combat fans. Armored Brigade II has gotten it’s first update since release.

v1.578 brings you several fixes to visuals and a particular crash that occurred when you selected a Fuchs APC. Polish infantry also received improved textures, and you can now add custom infantry files to the database graphics folder.

You can download the update HERE.

The full changelog is available below.

v1.578
Fix: Crash when a Fuchs APC was selected.
Fix: Running fire helicopters did not turn back if they were flying off-map.
Fix: The US infantry blood was black.
[database] Polish infantry and improved infantry textures.
[engine] Allow custom infantry files in the database graphics folder.
[ui] Add an option for using the ‘C’ key instead of the middle mouse button for the camera pan.

Armored Brigade II has it’s launch discount till January 5th, so it’s still a great time to pick up this new 3D war game.

Armored Brigade II revolutionizes real-time tactical warfare in 3D, focusing on the intense combined arms combat of the Cold War era, from 1965 to 1991. Boasting a meticulously researched database and huge real-world terrain maps, this game offers an unparalleled combat simulation experience.

Slitherine Software today announced the release of Squadron Leader Update – v.010.004, exclusively for Early Access users, giving you the opportunity to playtest upcoming content in development. The update is packed with enhancements to the Squadron Leader experience, including improved balance, new Leadership Traits, and detailed progress reports.

This update also features a host of bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements.

Read the full changelog on Steam.

Scramble: Battle of Britain is a tactical dogfighting game set in 1940, featuring intense aerial battles in a 3D airspace. Take control of a squadron of fighters, planning maneuvers, witnessing real-time simulations, and analyzing battle damage with detailed camera tools.

Visit the games official website for game information, on on Steam.

Step into the heart of the North African Campaign with Panzer Corps 2: Frontlines – Cyrenaica, the latest DLC for Panzer Corps 2. Covering the critical battles of Operation E and Operation Compass, this expansion brings the harsh desert warfare of Cyrenaica to life like never before.

Experience two expansive campaigns, commanding both the Italian and British forces. Relive the Italians’ fleeting victories and chaotic retreat, or lead the British in a masterful counteroffensive. Iconic units, real-life generals, and innovative gameplay mechanics will challenge your tactical skills as you navigate Cyrenaica’s unforgiving deserts.

Beta Sign-Ups Are Open

We’re excited to announce that beta sign-ups are now live. The beta will begin before the end of December, and we’ll keep you updated as we get closer.

Prepare your strategies and join us on this tactical journey into one of World War II’s most iconic theaters.

The wait is finally over. ICBM: Escalation, the expanded and enhanced version of the acclaimed global strategy game, is out now. With deeper mechanics, new scenarios, and advanced technologies, this release gives players even more tools to rewrite history and define the fate of nations.

Watch the ICBM: Escalation Gameplay Trailer HERE.

Watch the ICBM: Escalation What If Scenario #3 Chemical Reaction Trailer HERE.

ICBM: Escalation is a grand RTS game that plunges players into the high-stakes world of global warfare, where every decision could tip the balance between survival and annihilation. Command vast armies, develop cutting-edge technology, and wield the most devastating weapons ever created to ensure your faction’s supremacy. Whether by conventional forces or through nuclear firepower, you’ll need to conquer or obliterate your enemies to secure dominance in a volatile global arena.

To find out more about ICBM: Escalation, and to purchase, visit the games official webpage or via Steam.

Big News, Aces.

We’ve been thrilled by the positive feedback following the Early Access release of Scramble: Battle of Britain, and we’re excited to share our plans for upcoming content.

The journey to Scramble’s full release will bring many exciting updates, and your feedback will play a vital role in shaping the game. If you haven’t already, we warmly invite you to join our community on Discord to share screenshots, thoughts, and suggestions.

To make this process even more interactive, we’re introducing a beta exclusively for Early Access players. As development progresses, this branch will offer new work-in-progress content for you to explore and test.

Keep your engines warm. The skies are calling, and there’s more action on the horizon.