Strategy and Wargaming

Publisher Kalypso Media and Developer Kite Games have revealed that Sudden Strike 5, the latest entry in the WWII real-time tactics series, will be released on April 23, 2026 and is available to pre-order now on the Kalypso Store, Xbox on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5 in Standard Edition (€49.99 / $49.99 / £44.99) and Deluxe Edition (€59.99 / $59.99 /£54.99) with an additional 10% pre-order discount on Xbox and PlayStation consoles, *PlayStation5 discount valid for PlayStation Plus members only. There is also an exclusive promotion on the Kalypso Store, where the Deluxe Edition on PC is available for €49.99 / $49.99 / £44.99.

The Sudden Strike 5 – Deluxe Edition offers a host of additional game content featuring 2 exclusive versions of PvP maps – “Mercato Square (Night)” and “Belarus Fields (Winter)”, along with 6 exclusive skin packs containing over 80 unique camouflage skins for vehicles. The Deluxe Edition also includes the original soundtrack, which blends orchestral combat cues with ambient soundscapes for an immersive gameplay experience. Additionally, first recruits who pre-order the Deluxe Edition on Xbox and PlayStation®5 will enjoy early access to the game 72 hours prior to launch, as an added benefit.

Sudden Strike 5 transports players to the frontlines of WWII as battles rage across Europe and North Africa. Massive arsenals of over 300 authentic historical German, Soviet, and Allied military vehicles and units are at your command, including the iconic Sherman Tank, Messerschmidt Bf 109, and the T-34. Outsmart and outmanoeuvre the enemy in immersive real-time tactical gameplay that offers creative challenges for even the most hardened veterans. Tackle the objectives in non-linear sandbox gameplay across a 25-mission campaign by combining recon, sabotage, alternative routing, and complementary unit tactics to achieve victory on your own terms.

Pre-order Sudden Strike 5 today and prepare for the ultimate strategic experience on April 23! Add to your wishlist on Steam!

Matrix Games today announced a new DLC for Strategic Command WWI titled Battles for Ypres.

Take command in one of the Great War’s most fiercely contested regions, fighting for control of the Ypres Salient.

Experience six fast-paced, divisional-level campaigns spanning 1914 to 1918, from the desperate defense of First Ypres to the final Allied advance in Flanders. Face the introduction of new warfare elements, including gas attacks, creeping barrages, tanks and aircraft. You will need to adapt your strategy in each scenario, balancing risk, timing, and resources to secure victory in intense battles.

Join the Beta HERE.

Step into a new chapter of the Headquarters series and experience tactical warfare in a hypothetical Cold War conflict between NATO and the USSR in the early 1980s. Command modernized armies, deploy powerful new units, and fight across a wide range of battlefields set in West Germany.

Headquarters: Cold War NATO video Campaign Trailer

Choose Your Side
The game features two campaigns, allowing you to experience the conflict from both perspectives.

• NATO Campaign: Command NATO defenders as they hold the line, wait for reinforcements, and launch a counteroffensive to reclaim lost territory.
• USSR Campaign: Lead Soviet forces as they push westward across Germany in a large-scale offensive.

Headquarters: Cold War USSR video Campaign Trailer

Each campaign contains 10 missions, for a total of 20 operations across diverse battlefields including cities, river crossings, mountain passes, and key strategic corridors.

New Units, New Tactics
Expanding tactical possibilities with new unit types and battlefield mechanics:

• Modern main battle tanks
• Utility and attack helicopters
• Recon and support units
• Advanced artillery and air support abilities

Helicopters make their debut in the series, enabling rapid troop deployment, aerial strikes, and highly mobile battlefield tactics.

Headquarters: Cold War UH-60 Black Hawk – Unit video

Headquarters: Cold War is available on Steam.

Warships of the Pacific Adds 30 New Unit Models

Add greater variety and more historical flavor with the Warships of the Pacific Cosmetic Pack for Hearts of Iron IV. Over two dozen new unit models are added to the game, highlighting the navies of five of the participants in the Asian theater of World War II.

Launch trailer for Hearts of Iron IV: Warships of the Pacific

Hearts of Iron IV: Warships of the Pacific includes 30 models of ships from the Pacific theatre including:

• One Republican Chinese light cruiser, the Ning-Hai
• Eight Commonwealth ship models, including the carrier Illustrious and the submarine Trenchant
• Eleven Japanese ships models, including the battleship Kongo, the carrier Shinano and the unique I-400 Sen Toku submarine carrier
• One People’s Republic of China destroyer, the Anshan
• Two Soviet submarine models – the Shchuka and the M49
• Seven American models, including battleships such as Nevada and Tennessee, as well as escort carriers like Casablanca

Hearts of Iron IV: Warships of the Pacific is now available for the suggested retail price of $4.99/￡4.29/€4.99 on Steam. It is also available as a part of the Hearts of Iron IV: Expansion Pass 2.

Matrix Games has released the first major update for War in Spain 1936-39, the highly detailed grand strategy wargame that recreates the Spanish Civil War across land, sea, and air. You can download the update HERE.

Included in the update:

• A new scenario has been added – Ebro. This scenario covers the last climactic major campaign during the Spanish Civil War.
• Various crash fixes
• UI fixes and improvements
• Various data changes across all scenarios

View the full changelog HERE. Grab your copy of the game on the Matrix Games Website.

Relive the titanic struggle for mastery of the seas with Warships of the Pacific, a new cosmetic pack for Hearts of Iron IV, Paradox Interactive’s best-selling grand strategy wargame about the outbreak and conduct of the Second World War.

Coming on 17 March 2026, this pack includes 30 models of ships from the Pacific theatre including:

• One Republican Chinese light cruiser, the Ning-Hai
• Eight Commonwealth ship models, including the carrier Illustrious and the submarine Trenchant
• Eleven Japanese ships models, including the battleship Kongo, the carrier Shinano and the unique I-400 Sen Toku submarine carrier
• One People’s Republic of China destroyer, the Anshan
• Two Soviet submarine models – the Shchuka and the M49
• Seven American models, including battleships such as Nevada and Tennessee, as well as escort carriers like Casablanca

Hearts of Iron IV: Warships of the Pacific will be available on 17 March 2026 on Steam for the suggested retail price of $4.99/￡4.29/€4.99. It is also available as a part of the Hearts of Iron IV: Expansion Pass 2.

Field of Glory: Kingdoms – Burghers and Bombards will officially release on March 31!

It introduces two new campaigns, including a 1223–1470 late campaign focused on the Mongol expansion and a massive 1054–1492 Mega Campaign spanning over four centuries of history.

This DLC also debuts the Advanced Economy system, featuring inflation, building upkeep, and the rise of the Burgher class, alongside an expanded building roster, new historical systems and events, and late-game military progression with the arrival of gunpowder era forces.

From Mongol imperial politics to Portuguese maritime exploration, Burghers and Bombards reshapes warfare, economy, and power across medieval Eurasia.

Find out more about Field of Glory: Kingdoms on the games official Steam page. Wishlist Burghers and Bombards on Steam!

Matrix Games has released update v1.07.03 for Decisive Campaigns: Ardennes Offensive. Introducing a new scenario covering the action around Mortain, alongside a number of small tweaks and changes across all scenarios.

You can dowload the update here.

Full changelog:

• New scenario Mortain 7-9 aug.1944
• Minor changes, tweaks, and fine tuning for all scenarios
• Revised “Brumbar” direct fire value against infantry
• Added 49th British Infantry Division Symbol
• Added German officer Hans von Funck
• “Plan Martin” fixed activation triggers for 5th US Armored Division (1hex enemy)
• “Arracourt” fixed German officers emergency card and KG issue (CTD)

Decisive Campaigns: Ardennes Offensive is the fourth wargame in the Decisive Campaign series. Covering the battles in the Ardennes between December 1944 and January 1945, it brings to life Operational wargaming by lowering the scale to just above tactical level.

Armored Brigade II: Scandinavia is available now for $19.99.

The Northern Flank ignites as the Cold War turns hot. This expansion brings the conflict to the Nordic theatre, where control of the Baltic approaches and Arctic corridors can decide the fate of Europe. New armies, challenging terrain, and distinct national doctrines reshape the battlefield in decisive ways.

Key Features:

• Three new playable armies: Sweden, Norway, and Denmark
• 500+ new ground units and aircraft
• Brand-new 30×30 km Swedish and Danish maps
• A Swedish branching campaign
• A Danish linear campaign
• 3 standalone single missions

Take command on the Northern Front and test your tactics in one of the Cold War’s most strategically critical theatres.

The Armored Brigade II Complete Bundle is now available, combining the base game and Scandinavia in one package. Discounts are also available across the franchise for a limited time, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your Cold War arsenal.

Matrix Games has announced that WEGO World War II: Overlord has been made available on Steam! With 14 scenarios ranging from D-Day landings to the breakout from Normandy, dynamic weather, and authentic airborne and seaborne operations, Overlord delivers the most immersive WEGO experience yet.

Step onto the beaches of Normandy and lead your forces through one of history’s most decisive campaigns.

Following in the footsteps of Stalingrad and Desert War, this new chapter in the WEGO series brings enhanced tactical depth, historical accuracy, and the unique simultaneous turn-based gameplay that sets the series apart.