
It's been an incredible journey, but our story is not over - we're simply moving to a new home. Read all the details inside.
Read MoreIt's been an incredible journey, but our story is not over - we're simply moving to a new home. Read all the details inside.
Read MoreWe're taking a trip down memory lane, back to the early days of Strategy Gamer when a really special space strategy game was released...
Read MoreCiv 6's 'New Frontier Pass' is getting the Byzantium and Gaul DLC pack today - here's everything you need to know about it and the rest of Civ 6's DLC library...
Read MoreWe're in the final quarter of 2020, so lets take another look at what interesting Early Access strategy games are currently in the works, as well as any that have been released.
Read MoreThe Three Kingdoms mod scene is going from strength-to-strength, and we've updated our guide with some new picks.
Read MoreJulian Gollop’s X-COM successor exists its’ EGS exclusivity period with a new ‘Year One’ Edition that will include all previous DLC and updates.
Read MoreIf you've just discovered BattleTech or are coming back to it after a break, keep up to date with the latest tips & tricks for kitting out your lance.
Read MoreThese are the ten best strategy & tactical RPGs you could be playing in 2020 and beyond, now with a new entry!
Read MoreRenata's been playing around with this Early Access city builder - it may be lacking in long-term purpose, but it more than makes up for it in neat building tools and management systems.
Read MoreEU4 has a monstrous amount of DLC. Luckily for you, we've put together this handy guide to help you decide which bits are worth buying.
Read MoreThere's a lot of cool DLC out there for Stellaris - we break down exactly what it all does and who it might cater to.
Read MoreWe like Northgard, and come next week it'll have released its sixth premium Clan. Since DLC guides are kind of our thing, we asked Renata to break down the options for us.
Read MoreTimothy is back with a list of starting characters from both start dates that would be interesting to try for your first run.
Read MoreTurns out people can't wait to put their own stamp onto CK3, so we've put together one of our patented mod lists to summarise some of the more interesting projects around so far.
Read MoreThe Assassin's Creed announcement has Editor Joe all excited about Viking games - and it turns out there's quite a few excellent strategy offerings for this theme ...
Read MoreMore and more excellent strategy titles are porting themselves over to the Nintendo Switch, which means it's officially a platform to Keep An Eye On(TM). Here are our top picks.
Read MoreWe take a look at the wonderful world of Civ 6 mods to see what the community has to offer those looking to spice up their game.
Read MoreThis is another bumper issues, which is quite frankly bonkers considering the amount of strategy gaming that's already happened this week. Send help.
Read MoreHere's everything you need to know about Total War: Three Kingdom's DLC Library - as modest as it is at the moment.
Read MoreWe're entering into the final third of 2020 - what strategy games are still to come? What's already been released? All the answers are within!
Read MoreOur review is on its way, but in the meantime here's a summary of what's being said about the new RTS on the block so far...
Read MoreEditor Joe has been very impressed with Crusader Kings 3 - which launches later today, so now is a great time for him to jump back on his BS regarding Imperator...
Read MoreIf you're an old hat looking to get back into the game or a newcomer, here are some essential tips & tricks to help you get started.
Read MoreHere are the current top mods to be playing for Banished right now, with some real gems if you're looking to spice up your game.
Read MoreWe've got an action-packed news update for you today, and that's on top of everything we've already reported on since Monday. Enjoy!
Read MoreAge of Empires 3 finally gets its make-over, along with new content and it's available for pre-order starting today.
Read MoreStrategy gaming doesn't always have to be about computer games - there are some excellent board games on the market, and we've rounded up some of our favourites.
Read MoreThese are the very best mods for sci-fi/4X grand strategy game Stellaris. From Twilight Imperium and Star Trek to Warhammer, we've got you covered!
Read MoreTurn-based tactical game and X-COM successor Phoenix Point will be getting its second piece of DLC later today, along with a new patch.
Read MoreThe second major title update for the iconic frontier survival management game dropped two weeks ago.
Read MoreLast week we told you about why HoMM 3 was excellent, but why stop there? Renata's here to give you the rundown of the entire series. It even has a ranked list!
Read MoreWe take a look at the Xbox eco-system and present you a top list of strategy games available via retail, Games Pass & Games Pass for PC.
Read MoreThe original ‘Three Kingdoms’ strategy series is getting a major expansion pack and a Switch release later this year.
Read MoreTotal War Rome 2's mod scene has had years to settle and come up with great things, which we've compiled into this handy guide.
Read MoreThese are the best digital board (and card) games to play in 2020 so far. Some excellent tabletop franchises have come to PC recently, with more to come!
Read MoreWe're looking into the Battletech mod scene - here's a collection of some of the better mods. More to come in future updates!
Read MoreRenata is back with another blast from the strategy-fuelled past. This time she's reminiscing about one of her favourite games - Heroes of Might and Magic 3. It also happens to be the best in the series. Don't @ us.
Read MoreAmplitude have been cooperating with their community on development for years, but that doesn't mean these little snippets of gameplay are wholly about testing - they're also about revealing Humankind's battle plan...
Read MoreThe Nanmen are coming to Three Kingdoms China, and with them a whole host of new factions, mechanics and units.
Read MoreCiv VI is now on Android, made by the same people who ported the PC version to iOS back in 2018.
Read MoreThe "First Settlers" update is here, bringing some pretty critical things for the survival of a colony.
Read MoreNot sure which of Cities: Skylines many, many DLC to get? Don't worry, we got you covered with our latest Paradox DLC buying guide!
Read MoreThese are the best space strategy games you should be playing in 2020. Boldly going where no game has gone before.
Read MoreHere's our recap of the some of the best turn-based strategy games on the market, including some new recent releases you might have missed.
Read MoreWargames can be an intimidating breed of strategy gaming, but we've picked out some friendly examples to help you get used to them.
Read MoreIf you’ve been wanting to see Crusader Kings 3 in action, in real-time, then you won’t want to miss this.
Read MoreNetwork N is hiring for a new management position to oversee all of our editorial brands, including Strategy Gamer.
Read MoreImperator's 1.5 update is probably due to land any week now, so let's recap what the mod scene is looking like at the moment.
Read MoreMicrosoft is bringing their subscription service to mobile, which has some interesting implications for strategy gamers.
Read MoreOur XCOM 2 mods list has been a favourite for a while, but we'd be remiss if we didn't look at what the original XCOM mod scene is doing, eight years after it released.
Read MoreHere's our analysis on the Civilizations of Civ 6, and which ones fit certain playstyles the best. The new Ethiopian civ is a new candidate for religious victories!
Read MoreThese are some of the best 4X strategy games you could be playing across sci-fi, historical and fantasy.
Read MoreWe've had a feature-heavy week so there's lots to catch up on from the world of strategy games. New games, trailers and announcements!
Read MoreThese are our favourite RTS games to play right now. We've added in some notes regarding recently released games you might want to check out.
Read MoreThere's just been a massive news drop from Creative Assembly - new DLC confirmed for Total War Saga: Troy, Three Kingdoms and even Warhammer 2!
Read MoreRenata is here to tell us what made Battle for Middle Earth 2 such a compelling RTS, and also offers a break-down of how all the factions worked.
Read MoreJacob makes his Strategy Gamer debut with a wish-list of suggestions for EU5. With CK3 on the way, there's a chance it could be next!
Read MoreSince Victoria 2 has been on our minds recently, we thought we'd remind you what the best mods are and how to install them.
Read MoreAlways strive for the best timeline in this Chess variant where you, when facing a checkmate, you can just go back in time instead.
Read MoreDeadline for this is at the end of the week, make sure you send in your details if you're interested!
Read MoreThere's still no sign of Total War: Warhammer 3. Luckily, Total War: Warhammer 2 has some great DLC packs you can try out.
Read MoreDue to the great mix of features and reviews we've had this week, there's plenty of strategy gaming news to catch up on. Get stuck in!
Read MoreThe next pack coming as part of the 'New Frontier' DLC pass adds a new civ, a new game-mode and a new district - and it's out now!
Read MoreA month ahead of launch, we go hands on with Total War Saga Troy's campaign, which offers the best glimpse of the game to date.
Read MoreAge of Empires 2 has received a new update that makes a bunch of map-related changes, as well as plenty of balance tweaks.
Read MoreWe're slightly late for Imperator's one-year anniversary, but Timothy is here to walk us through just how far the game has come since its launch in April last year...
Read MoreWe've got a guest post from RTS aficionado Brandon Casteel as he does a deep dive into one of the genre's forgotten classics.
Read MoreXCOM 2's mod scene is still pretty diverse, so we've collected some of our favourites for you to browse.
Read MoreCrusader Kings 2 still has time before it gets replaced by CK3, so in the mean time why not spice up your game with these fantastic mods?
Read MoreIn the grim darkness of the far future, there is only Humble and their relentlessly good deals.
Read MoreAlt-history or not, only a Russian analogue faction would be crazy enough to build a mech with massive scythes for weapons. Also rocket pods.
Read MoreHere's everything you need to know about grand strategy games, including a round-up of the best examples from this growing sub-genre.
Read MoreWe recap some of our favourites from the iconic strategy series, judging them based on how well they emulate the periods they cover.
Read MoreWe're back with the weekly news update and there's been some interesting things to catch up on this week. Enjoy!
Read MoreThe dev team is getting back on track now that the COVID situation is under-control in Australia, and they’re working on some new features.
Read MoreParadox thinks that CK2, completely devoid of any of its DLC, is still a complete and fun experience. We asked T.J. to put that to the test.
Read MoreTake your colony to the next level with our list of the best mods for Rimworld. Fully updated for Version 1.1 and the new 'Royalty' expansion.
Read MoreTotal War: Attila may not retain the same popularity as Total War: Rome 2, but it still has a cracking mod scene. Here are some of our favourites.
Read MoreKeeping your lance solvent in BattleTech can be harder than fighting the battles. Luckily, we've got a few tips and tricks for you...
Read MoreHumble has revealed the twelve games they will be offering in July 2020 as part of their ‘Humble Choice’ subscription.
Read MoreMarcello gets deep into ship and crew management on this space isometric game now in Early Access.
Read MoreA bona-fide historian takes a deep look into why Age of Empires' lack of accuracy is not necessarily a bad thing.
Read MoreThe Guildmaster update to Gloomhaven makes some massive changes to the digital version of the tabletop hit.
Read MoreRed Death's season 2 is now among us, and it brings aliens and zombies (really) to the formerly historic focused game.
Read MoreThese are the best mods for Kerbal Space Program that work with the most recent update and expansions.
Read MoreI heard you were in the market for some strategy games news. You've come to the right place. STEP THIS WAY.
Read MoreCivilization 6 is now firmly beating out Civ 5 in terms of players numbers - but at times it was a close-run thing. What made Civ V so resilient? And why does Civ 6 continue to struggle?
Read MoreParadox Interactive, being mostly Swedish, are all about to disappear for like three months. Before that though, they’re offering everyone some cheap games.
Read MoreIt’s DEFCON Jim, but not as we know it - this new indie title from the publisher’s ‘K-Project’ fund looks like a new take on Introversion’s classic RTS.
Read MoreFor some reason plagues are popular right now, and kill-humanity simulator Plague Inc. is reaping the unexpected benefits. If you're new to the game, we've got some tips & tricks to help you get started.
Read MoreWe round up six strategy highlights from Steam’s Summer Festival that you can try out for yourself right now.
Read MoreThese days, Charles can only play the slightly harrowing DEFCON with a live group as he explores the messages it tries to teach...
Read MoreAnother classic strategy game has made its way onto the platform that's quickly becoming a most unlikely new home for strategy gamers in 2020.
Read MoreCiv 5 is still alive and kicking, and the way civilizations were designed in this entry means a lot more scope for specialisms and creative gameplay. We've brushed up our guide on some of the 'best-in-slot' picks.
Read MoreThese are essential mods for Paradox's epic grand-strategy game EU4. We've added a new mini-list detailing the most subscribed mods as well, as a contrast to our own picks.
Read MoreThere was a load of news for strategy gamers over the weekend - we've tried out best to recap the most interesting bits.
Read MoreThese are the best mods for Total War: Warhammer 2, as decided by Total War: Warhammer 2 Mods.
Read MoreA few things to catch up on this week. One thing's for certain, it's a great time to be a strategy fan AND Nintendo Switch owner...
Read MoreYet another chance to bag a deal, or round out your Total War collection. You can also donate to charity while you're at it!
Read MoreA follow up post with tools and information we can all use to better educate ourselves during the current crises.
Read MoreThe patch notes for the upcoming free update as well as the Emperor expansion are now live - let’s take a look!
Read MoreWe've not been able to get a review done ourselves yet, but we've collected some reviews from other outlets that have that we trust.
Read MoreIf you can't beat 'em, eat 'em: trying to stay honourable on a planet that keeps trying to kill you get's tiring after a while. Perhaps there's a better way...
Read MoreCatch up with the week's strategy gaming news - quite a few interesting things to catch up on this week.
Read MoreWe spent some time with a playable build of Total War Saga: Troy, and spoke to the game director about their vision for the game.
Read MoreThere’s a catch though - it’s going to be an Epic Games Store exclusive for the first year.
Read MoreA statement from our parent company, Network N, regarding the current situation in America.
Read MoreWe've got a bumper issue for you today - so many things have happened in the world of strategy games this week!
Read MoreThe game launches as Games Workshop’s annual ‘Skulls for the Skull Throne’ Sales event kicks off this weekend, with exclusive launch content.
Read MoreNow that Soren Johnson's Old World has a playable form, we've sent out our scouts to see how it's planning on taking down Civilization.
Read MoreWe roused our resident Slann to discuss what The Great Plan has in store for the final installment of Total War: Warhammer.
Read MoreIt's already been an exciting week for strategy gamers, but we've got some final few news bits to round up for you before the weekend.
Read MoreYou can grab the base game for free all this week, and all of the DLC released before today for half price.
Read MoreThe Maya & Gran Colombia Civilization pack has released, adding new Civs, Leaders and a new game mode.
Read MoreEditor Joe is here to share his own thoughts regarding his recent playtime with the Crusader Kings 3 beta build.
Read MoreThese are some of our favourite Mods for Cities: Skylines, the best city builder/simulation game on the market right now.
Read MoreThe weekly news bulletin makes its triumphant return, and there’s plenty of news items to catch up on that you may have missed.
Read MoreThe sequel to the strategy game that defined a genre finally has a release date. And there was much rejoicing.
Read MoreWe've collected everything there currently is to know about Crusader Kings 3, all in one place.
Read MoreCome next month you'll be able to experience an all new euro-centric experience in Paradox's seminal historical grand-strategy game.
Read MoreWe’ve got 5000 codes to giveaway for the Aeronautica Imperialis Closed Beta starting this weekend.
Read MoreThe PS4 & Xbox One editions have been dragged from the dark ages of pre-2.0 and uplifted to a version that more closely resembles the PC version.
Read MoreThe 2.7 'Wells' Patch drops today, and the game will be free to play this weekend on Steam.
Read MoreWhile there are no reports of a third Civilization 6 expansion, it IS getting a roll out of new content between now and next year involving new Civs and game modes.
Read MoreAsmodee have come out with another bundle, and it's packed for some excellent games to play locally or online with friends during these trying times.
Read MoreWhat on earth is a Paunch? Where do they come up with these names? New Lords pack due out in a couple of weeks.
Read MoreNow that no more DLC is on the way, read our complete guide on all of your expansion options for CK2, and what's worth buying.
Read MoreJoe's first post back would of course be a sales post about Humble. But in his defence, this month's 'Humble Choice' offering actually looks pretty decent.
Read MoreIt's May 4th, so you know what that means - Star Wars! The franchises' history with strategy games isn't as star-studded as other genres, but there's still some gems out there if you're looking for some action in a galaxy far, far away...
Read MoreJust when you thought Darkest Dungeon couldn't get any scarier, now you can actually kill each other.
Read MoreHumble's new bundle lets you pick and choose pieces of Paradox DLC for an increased discount.
Read MoreThe third installment in the classic Wild West tactics series gets ready to set the wagons rolling
Read MoreArriving on the Epic Games Store, the game sees you build and manage an industrial complex on Saturn's largest moon
Read MoreThe newest expansion for Paradox's sci-fi 4x will add a race of merciless lizard-men to the mix
Read MoreBeen looking for an excuse to try out Total War: Warhammer? This weekend the entire series goes on sale.
Read MoreA live-stream from February that most people missed, has revealed vital information about the third game in the Total War: Warhammer series
Read MoreHelping out those stuck at home, Asmodee offers free Print & Plays, as well as a sale on digital board games
Read MoreLooking for a worthy way to spend your hard earned cash? Pick up some great strategy games in Humble's Stardock bundle while also supporting your charity
Read More1C entertainment announces Company of Crime, a criminal empire-management game set in the swinging 60s.
Read MoreIn Imperator: Rome's new content pack, take command of the Greek city states, with new missions, gods, and treasures
Read MoreNot as much strategy gaming news floating about this week, but what we have seen is pretty interesting. Catch yourself up!
Read MoreThese are the best games to play in 2020 if you're looking for experiences similar to Rimworld or Dwarf Fortress.
Read MoreWe take a look at BGG's top ten board game list and see which games are getting, or have already received, digital adaptations.
Read MoreAlex had a lot to say about the new expansion for Stellaris. Today's post covers everything he couldn't fit into his review...
Read MoreYour weekly fix of strategy gaming news is here to meet your needs as we enter this difficult time of being forced to play games indoors for a few weeks.
Read MoreParadox’s newest grand strategy game is getting another major update, and a new premium content pack themed around the Greek City States.
Read MoreThe current leader in the Auto Chess wars will be launching on mobile tomorrow, and will feature cross-play with PC players.
Read MoreWe don't often do interviews here, but we enjoyed Here Be Dragons so much we though we'd fire off some questions at the dev team anyway.
Read MoreCreative Assembly have released details regarding what the free 1.5 patch will entail when it drops alongside the new expansion next week.
Read MoreReleasing as the ‘Remastered Collection’, you’ve got just shy of 90 days to wait to get your hands on these prettied up RTS legends.
Read MoreCounting down the brutal, the beautiful, and the best of Total War’s most iconic trailers. Because we can.
Read MoreBetween all of the announcements this week, there's not been much left to round-up for the weekly news article, but we've found some things you might want to know about...
Read MoreCreative Assembly have announced a new chapter pack for Total War: Three Kingdoms, which introduces a new start date and characters.
Read More1C are releasing a sequel to their 2017 political grand-strategy game with new tools and mechanics.
Read MoreThe latest expansion pack for EU4 turns its attention back to Europe, with reworked gameplay for the HRE, Papal States and more.
Read MoreToday's news bulletin is sponsored by Thursday. It's like Friday, but not as good because there's still a day of work left to go.
Read MoreOur sister website has drummed up a great list of turn-based strategy titles to consider if you’re a fan of Nintendo’s classic strategy series.
Read MoreThe new Humble TableTop bundle is a bit on the modest side, but it has a couple of key games that make it worthwhile.
Read MoreTitles, Quests and Psychic Powers catapult this sci-fi survival sim into the frontier power fantasy we never knew we wanted.
Read MoreTFT's Set 3 launches next month, and the theme this time is strange new galaxies with their own rules
Read MoreEndless Legend received its final expansion earlier this year. Newcomer Tom Williams explores what makes this game so uniquely brilliant and weighs its legacy on 4X strategy gaming.
Read MoreThe Year is 2020. Victoria 3 has still not been released. In an attempt to placate the masses and prevent a riot, one brave website decides to release a list of cool games people can play instead.
Read MoreHarebrained Schemes have announced that BattleTech’s upcoming 1.9 update will be their last outing, before moving on to projects anew.
Read MoreAn intrepid Reddit user has put together some master lists for the different ancillary types on the game, with details on stats, rarities and more!
Read MoreAmidst Warcraft 3’s remaster hellfire, Petroglyph has reached another milestone for the C&C remake and released information about how multiplayer will work.
Read MoreLots of news, announcements and other bits and bobs from the world of strategy games this week - check it out!
Read MoreAmplitude have released a new series of behind-the-scenes videos that will drop every couple of weeks or so.
Read MoreHere are some initial tips and pointers to help you get to grips with the new tactical turn-based strategy game on the bloc.
Read MoreThe Switch conquers another title, and a past Total War game is getting a new physical SKU. All this and more in today's update!
Read MoreWarcraft 3's remaster is getting a lot of flak right now for various reasons, but one thing that definitely needs to be called out is how it has destroyed the competitive scene's infrastructure.
Read MoreThe long-awaited remaster of Blizzard’s iconic RTS is finally here, so naturally a lot of people are angry.
Read MoreCurious about Riot's entré into the auto battler genre? Here are ten things you need to know about how the game works.
Read MoreThere's a chance one of the best space 4X games ever made could be brought back if there are enough signatures.
Read MoreCatch yourself up with our weekly look at the best (of the rest) of strategy gaming's news and happenings.
Read MoreThey tried to stealth test it, but it didn’t work. It’s going down about as well as you might expect it to.
Read MoreThere's honestly never been a better time to get into EU4 - the base game and 14 expansions for $17? Are you mad?
Read MoreA new DLC themed around middle-eastern and Persian cultures is coming to Battle Brothers, with a new area, and all new content to go with it.
Read MoreTotal War games aren't always the easiest to get into, so here are some essential tips to help you get started.
Read MoreThere aren't as many new announcements, but plenty of updates and diaries that you'll find interesting this week.
Read MoreNew year, new job - come be my boss, or that guy I talk to about Google stuff. Not suitable for remote working.
Read MoreBut there's still plenty of work to be done and areas of the game that feel underdeveloped. Still, 2020 is going to be a great year for this fledgling grand-strategy title.
Read MoreModDB has finished their 2019 awards run for the year's best mods - Strategy gaming mods had a strong representation this year. Check out some of the favourites.
Read MoreOur first news round-up of the year - catch up on what odds and sods you may have missed over the holiday period.
Read More2019 is over - let's look back at the highs and lows, and anything that didn't make an appearance at all...
Read MoreEditor Joe's managed to pry himself away from all of the food to let us know his thoughts on the year in the strategy gaming. It was a little bit on the safe side, but there were still plenty of surprise...
Read MoreWhile we're taking a well deserved break, we're also looking back at the year to see what's been happening in our beloved corner of gaming.
Read MoreMerry Christmas from everyone here at Strategy Gamer - thanks for reading and we hope you enjoy your day!
Read MoreCharles has been polling the writers for Strategy Gamer's letter to Santa to find out what their perfect strategy game would be.
Read MoreSlitherine and Matrix Games are running a holiday special stream, which will include a sneak peak at upcoming 4X strategy game Distant Worlds 2.
Read MoreCreative Assembly have just announced the next major expansion for Total War Three Kingdoms, which introduces a new prequel campaign.
Read MoreSome last minute news drops pad out our weekly strategy round-up - Gears Tactics, Humankind, and more!
Read MoreModDB are running their annual 'Best Mods of 2019' celebration, and have narrowed down a shortlist of mods - nearly half are for strategy games. Represent!
Read MoreWe've got another Humble Bundle for your consideration today, this time looking at some of Paradox Interactive's management games.
Read MoreCatch yourself up on the weird and wonderful world of strategy gaming news from the past week.
Read MoreMEDIC! Slitherine have just announced their new real-time tactical strategy game based on Starship Troopers. Do you want to know more?
Read MoreParadox are also running a Fall sale on their own store as well, if you're looking to pick up any DLCs or other games at a good price.
Read MoreNo news update this week - instead we're going to be doing some smaller posts looking at some of the more interesting Black Friday deals around this year.
Read MoreI bet you weren't expecting this on a Tuesday, eh? While 'News about announcements' are a tad pointless, this IS a very interesting turn of events...
Read MoreThe next update for Paradox's newest grand strategy game adds a lot of improvements, further propelling the game towards its rightful destiny.
Read MoreIt's been a pretty good week for strategy games - catch up on all the things you may have missed. From new announcements, to updates and more!
Read MoreIts DLC days are long over, but if you're looking to get the low-down on all of the expansion options for Total War: Warhammer, we've got you covered.
Read MoreWhether you're a Stellaris newbie or a veteran who's taken a break, we've put together a primer on everything you need to know about the game as of the 2.5 Shelley update.
Read MoreAge of Empires 4, Wastelands 3 and more strategy news waiting for you in this weeks update. Enjoy your weekends!
Read MoreNow that CK2 is free-to-play there's going to be a lot of you coming to this game for the first time and thinking "what!?". Luckily, we're here to give you a hand.
Read MoreHearthstone's take on Auto Chess is fresh and innovative. It's just a shame it's derived from Hearthstone...
Read MoreMartynas went hands on with a demo version of the new Strongholds game due out next year, and brought back some initial thoughts on this new direction.
Read MoreQuite a lot of cool strategy bits and bobs to catch up on this week - read on, and enjoy your weekends!
Read MoreThere was also a small chance that Crusader Kings 2 could have turned into some kind of 'Forever Game', never resting, never 'finished'.
Read MoreFiraxis' XCOM team needs a World Builder, but what for? What kind of worlds are they building? Who are they building them for? We have questions!
Read MoreEditor Joe decided to explore his own play history of strategy games on Steam. Because reasons.
Read MoreSome great deals to be found in the latest Humble Publisher Sale - this time it's Stardock who's taking a turn on the podium.
Read MoreA bit of a lean crop of stories this week - seems strategy gaming is taking a break? Catch yourself up on what's new.
Read MoreTotal War: Rome 2 still has a decent amount of players and goes on sale quite a lot, so there's never a bad time to check up on what DLC is available for the game.
Read MoreThe 1.2 Cicero patch is now out, and it changes a lot - we've updated our strategy guide to navigating the ins and outs of this historical grand strategy game.
Read MoreLots of things to catch up on from the past several days- it's another good week to be a strategy gamer!
Read MoreWe caught up with the Stellaris team at PDXCon, and spoke to the new Game Director about his thoughts on the game's future.
Read MoreWe had a quick hands-on session with the new BattleTech expansion, and caught up with Mitch Gitelman, one of the leading figures on this game.
Read MoreIn the wake of Crusader Kings 3's announcement this weekend, we checked in with the development team with regards to plans for any final DLCs for CK2. Turns out there aren't any.
Read MoreThe new PDS game isn't Victoria 3, but it most definitely is Crusader Kings 3. And there was much rejoicing.
Read MoreIt wasn't centre stage, but Imperator got some love in the form of a new free content pack that's on the horizon.
Read MoreTo be fair, Stellaris’ new expansion is coming “soon” but the other two are slated for November.
Read MoreThe new post apocalyptic survival city-builder is launching into Early Access via the Epic Games Store and the Xbox Game Preview.
Read MoreThe PDXCON celebrations have started early, and there's plenty of deals to be had via Paradox's own store.
Read MoreWe've compiled the ultimate guide to XCOM 2 classes, with the best builds and top tips. Also includes War of the Chosen classes.
Read MoreWe've put together a guide for the best XCOM 2 strategy: top tips & tricks to see you through the day!
Read MoreWe present our complete guide to all of XCOM 2's available DLC, and how they interact with each other.
Read MoreLots of interesting news bits to catch up on this week - make sure you don't miss out on the latest announcements and updates!
Read MoreParadox's latest grand-strategy game can't declare victory just yet, but the war is far from over and the dev team are starting to turn the tide.
Read MoreA new strategy game from Slitherine is on the way, although this one goes back to the company's hardcore roots.
Read MoreThere's lot of great news to catch up on this week - new announcements, new ports and Victoria 3! (Not Really.)
Read MoreWe spent some time playing around with this upcoming fantasy RTS. Is a decent co-op design and engaging real-time action enough to break through fan's indifference or the remaster wave?
Read MoreWe've got another Humble sale that might interest you this week - this time Kalypso Media are running a discount on much of their catalogue.
Read MoreGoogle Stadia may present an intriguing opportunity in terms of the future of gaming, but is it doing anything for strategy gamers specifically? What games can we look forward to in this glorious new era?
Read MoreThe much anticipated new update for Imperator is now live, which brings a lot of sweeping changes aimed at building a better future for the newest grand-strategy game.
Read MoreJoe's back from holiday, and there's lots to catch up on from the world of strategy games this week. Enjoy!
Read MoreIt's official, Total War Saga Troy is in fact a thing, and we know lots about it. Find out more about Creative Assembly's latest historical romp.
Read MoreFiraxis' premier 4X strategy game just got a new update which included new maps, new balance tweaks and, bizarrely, a Battle Royale mode?
Read MoreHere's your essential guide to Field of Glory: Empires' fine balancing act between warfare and culture.
Read MoreThe first news round-up of the month is a bit of a short one as it had to be prepped early, but still a couple of cool things to catch up on.
Read MoreWe take a look at what changes Valve have made to Dota Underlords so far, and what it might mean for the future of this ever-evolving Auto Chess hit.
Read MoreThis week has mainly been about patches and new DLC, but there's still a lot to read up on from the world of strategy gaming.
Read MoreHumankind was definitely one of the highlights of GamesCom 2019, and we decided to sit down and have a chat with Amplitude's General Manager to talk about why they're making a play for Civilization's crown.
Read MoreBeing in Early Access, Gloomhaven's digital is lacking in tutorials, and has a very intricate learning curve. We've put together some top tips to help you get to grips with this legendary tactical RPG...
Read MoreFrostpunk gets some premium DLC and even a Season Pass, which kicks off with 'The Rifts' available today.
Read MoreRe-branding Shogun II's Fall of the Samurai DLC to be a Total War Saga game may feel like unnecessary tinkering, but it doesn't detract from the fact that is an excellent expansion that's the perfect template for what CA are trying to do with the Saga titles.
Read MoreNow that GamesCom is starting to wrap-up, our report today is going to recap all of the exciting strategy gaming news that game out of the show this week.
Read MoreJoe has returned from Gamescom, and he is filled to the brim with new and exciting strategy games slated to arrive between now and late next year. Here's a summary of some of his favourites...
Read MoreLots to catch up on from the world of strategy gaming this week, and it's not even GamesCom yet!
Read MoreCrusader Kings 2's best deal yet still has just over a day left on the clock, if you were wondering whether or not to jump on board.
Read MoreOur weekly news round up is back, and we've got some interesting stories you'll want to catch up on...
Read MoreOur weekend bulletin is back - catch up on seven strategy gaming stories from the week that you may have missed.
Read MoreJagged Alliance fans have had a rough time of it as many a company tries to recapture the magic that was JA2, but a new hope emerges from an unlikely place...
Read MoreWe're back with our weekly round of interesting strategy gaming stories from the past week that you may have missed.
Read MoreParadox are running another sale, and there's a second creative sale with some gems in it worth looking at as well.
Read MoreDota Underlords continues to improve as it keeps pace with the other Auto Chess contenders, getting a battle pass and potentially new heroes and features.
Read MoreWe're posting the new weekly news bulletin a little early this week - catch yourself up with all the latest strategy gaming news.
Read MoreThat's a nice 1.1 update you've got there, Imperator. Would be a shame if something happened to it. Say... a beta for the NEXT patch...
Read MoreModding in Total War isn't as creative as it used to be, but now that the mods tools are here you can finally unleash your ideas on Three Kingdoms China.
Read MoreAuto Chess may have moved on from PC in recent weeks, but they're coming back - the alpha test for the new Unreal-based PC version is due to start this week.
Read MoreHumble are running a sale themed around games that offer DRM-free versions, for those of you who are interested in such things - there's some great strategy gems going cheap too.
Read MoreWe take a deeper look at Civilization 6's June 2019 patch, what it does, and how it's shaping the game three years into its life-cycle.
Read MoreSlitherine have announced a new sci-fi 4X strategy game. It's not the one we're waiting for *cough*distantworlds2*cough* but it'll do for now.
Read MoreCatch yourself up and enjoy our round-up of seven stories from the world of strategy games. Enjoy your weekends!
Read MoreImperator: Rome's first major patch is live - here's everything you need to know, including a link to the full patch-notes.
Read MoreEdward's been taking the board game adaptation of Crusader Kings out for a spin. Turns out he's not a fan.
Read MoreGorge yourself once again in the biggest sales event of the Summer. We're rounded up a few of our own personal highlights.
Read MoreValve have released their take on Auto Chess into the wild. It shows promise, but it's actually the best game to try if you're new to the formula, or are looking to move on from the mod.
Read MoreWe're continuing with our weekends news experiment - there's plenty more to catch up on from the past week.
Read MoreSay goodbye to whatever disposable income you had left - the Paradox Midsummer sale has just started!
Read MoreWith Auto Chess going solo and other spin-offs starting to emerge, now's the perfect time to read up on essential tips & tricks to get you started...
Read MoreOur second weekend news bulletin is live - catch up on all the strategy gaming news you may have missed over the past week.
Read MoreHumble have got another sale going this weekend that discounts a bunch of games with city-building or base-building elements - some real gems to be found here!
Read MoreThree Kingdoms is set to get its first major update soon, and you can help test it out in beta right now.
Read MoreAncestors Legacy recently got its first DLC drop, so we thought we remind you what the game's core concepts were, in case you haven't tried it for yourself yet.
Read MoreParadox have been seeding their announcements through-out E3 this year, and now they've finally revealed what they're working on with the Romeros.
Read MoreThe next iteration in the classic castle-builder franchise is heading to Asia with a new look and some new mechanics.
Read MoreWhile Paradox have said they're not revealing their new grand-strategy project till PDXCon in October, we're posting some predictions on what we think it may be. It is E3 week, after all!
Read MoreMeanwhile, thousands of miles away; Slitherine are running a sale of their own on some of their licensed Warhammer 40K games.
Read MoreParadox's weekend sale on Steam is still running, but not for long! You've only got a couple of hours left.
Read MoreThe latest entry in the Total War series represents a culmination of everything Creative Assembly has learned since the franchise began, Sean argues.
Read MoreThe next Stellaris story pack adds in planet-based treasures and story lines to unearth as you try to lean from the fallen civilisations of yester-year...
Read MoreDropping rhymes, should be a crime... but seriously, Stellaris is free to play until Sunday, so if you haven't dabbled yet now would be the time!
Read MoreShards of Infinity has left Early Access. Our review is still in-progress, but we'd thought we'd share with you our thoughts from the game's pre-release period.
Read MoreIan's been checking out Conan Unconquered over the past few months, and is here some some preliminary thoughts ahead of its launch at the end of the month.
Read MoreImperator is not as bad as the Steam reviews claim, but they suggest an underlying level of discontent that shouldn't be ignored.
Read MoreStar Wars: Rebellion was the original grand-strategy game and provided a vision of a galaxy at war in a way that's never really been seen since...
Read MoreIt's been a while since we heard anything from the BattleTech team, but we're very excited for what they've got in the pipeline for the next expansion...
Read MoreAhead of our full review later today, Sean Martin makes his Strategy Gamer debut with a look at how Creative Assembly brought Skaven's Clan Skryre to life for Warhammer 2's newest DLC...
Read MoreOn top of the Kalypso Media sale, you can also pick up some Total War content on the cheap via Humble.
Read MoreCreative Assembly have released details of what possibly will be the final DLC pack for Total War: Warhammer 2.
Read MoreThere's some strategy gems to be found in Kalypso's publisher sale over on Humble - check it out!
Read MoreThere's nothing quite as 'hype' as a really good trailer. Even amongst strategy games, there's been videos that have gotten us excited & pumped to play, even if the games themselves didn't always live up to the PR. Here's a selection of our favourite vids.
Read MoreSlitherine's recently announced post-apocalyptic strategy game was at GDC, and we sent Ian to go have a look.
Read MoreBlizzard’s other RTS classic returns to retail via GOG. You can buy each one individually or as a bundle.
Read MoreParadox are trialling a new strategy in 2019 where they rotate through their DLC library for EU4, making one free for a week with a discount to buy. It reminds us of the demos of old, but we have to wonder how it will play out...
Read MoreStellaris has made the transfer to console surprisingly well, but the decision to go with an older build could have unforeseen consequences for its newly acquired fans...
Read More[Updated] Humble's latest strategy bundle run out on Monday - make sure you don't miss out!
Read MoreIf you've yet to jump into XCOM 2, now might be a great time to consider it as the base game is getting a free weekend on Steam (plus a decent franchise sale).
Read MoreThe legendary simulation game is going premium as it gets a facelift and is available to Wishlist right now.
Read MoreJulian Gollop's upcoming tactics game is yet another title pledging exclusivity to Epic Games' new storefront.
Read MoreWith the most recent expansion out, it's worth taking a look at everything there is on offer for space-4X Gal Civ 3...
Read MoreA new Dwarf Fortress-like strategy/sim launched into Early Access today. Unfortunately, there's not a lot more to be said about it.
Read MoreParadox are running a publisher sale on the Humble Store, and there's some impressive discounts to be had on some of our favourite strategy games.
Read MoreA rumor going around says Xenonauts 2 is going into Early Access this month, but the developers say it needs some more time.
Read MoreNeverdark mixes elements of 4X, grand strategy, and turn-based tactical battles in a cyberpunk-inspired post-apocalyptic strategy game coming later this year.
Read MoreSin and Sacrifice will be dropping on PC and consoles mid-March. Set condition one through-out the fleet!
Read MoreFrom Total War, to Company of Heroes and more, there's plenty of great strategy titles going cheap on Humble this week.
Read MoreIf you never picked up the Art of War expansion for EU4, for one week you can take it out for a spin for free.
Read MoreStardock will be releasing a ‘multiplayer client’ to allow people to play the game in online matches for free, without need to own the full game.
Read MoreWe spent some hands-on time with this new sci-fi 4X game – there’s a lot to be look forward to here.
Read MoreWith the recent release of Penumbra, we thought we'd write up a guide to ALL of Endless Space 2's DLC, so you know what's on offer and what it does for the game.
Read MoreParadox's bundle offers some really cool games at a really great price, and there's still time to get involved if you want to!
Read MoreDespite Civ 6 about to get its second expansion, there are still plenty of people who still prefer to play Civ 4. Charles muses the why of it as he gets crushed for the umpteenth time by a psychotic AI opponent.
Read MoreNow that Endless Legend's final expansion has released, allow us to present the definitive guide to all of the available DLC you can get for the game.
Read MoreNow that we know Imperator's release date, check out everything else there is to know about the game prior to the launch!
Read MoreIf you haven't picked up the post-apocalyptic city builder yet, it's going for a pretty reasonable price over on Humble. You get to support charity as well.
Read MoreUsing the Myers Briggs indicators, we've put together a list of strategy games and recommended playthroughs that may satisfy the popular personality archetypes.
Read MoreThis blast from the past offers some handy advice if you're looking to get involved with customisation in any of Paradox's Grand Strategy games...
Read MoreJoe's been rampaging about the Chinese countryside as he takes the upcoming campaign layer of Total War: Three Kingdoms out for a spin.
Read MoreThe classic strategy series comes to iOS and Android for the first time in a brand-new entry that draws from the spirit of the classic games.
Read MoreA new expansion for Stardock's flagship space 4X game has been announced, due out in the next couple of months.
Read MoreWarfare is integral to EU4, but it's not only your martial prowess that needs honing... your ability to plan is paramount. Make sure you've got all your preparations in place with our handy guide...
Read MoreYou've got until tonight to pick up some excellent strategy games on the cheap - don't miss out!
Read MoreWhether you're using a Steam Controller or the ever-dependable plug-in 360 controller, there are plenty of excellent strategy games that work really well with a gamepad. Here's some of our favourites...
Read MoreOne of this year's most anticipated strategy games will be releasing in a couple of weeks. There's a new trailer, as well as some of our own impressions from the recent beta.
Read MoreSometimes it can be hard to tell what classic strategy games still have a decent online community. We've summarised five of the best.
Read MoreBlood Bowl 2 Legendary Edition is often on sale, so if you picked it up on a whim here's a quick guide to teams and gameplay so you can appreciate what you've bought...
Read MoreWe've rounded up the best strategy gaming discounts that are running during Steam's Winter Sales event!
Read MoreAlexander reflects on the year in strategy games as 2018 draws to a close. It's been a pretty awesome twelve months, right?
Read MoreA large dev diary has gone out, detailing lessons learned and key plans for the seminal grand-strategy game for next year.
Read MoreIntroducing 15 new minor powers, this new pack could shake up the gameplay significantly for the first time in years.
Read MoreThis classic franchise is returning to the west with new editions across console and mobile devices.
Read MoreThe new update will be testing out changes coming to the skill trees of Old World lords, before being finalised early next year.
Read MoreMatt speaks to the development team behind an upcoming strategy game that's taken the best of several genres to try and create something truly unique.
Read MoreThe latest dev blog update from Creative Assembly outlines what all their teams are up to. They seem… busy.
Read MoreThere's a couple of cool bundles up on Humble, if you're interested in picking up some new games on the cheap.
Read MoreJoe went hands-on with Pardox's new coming grand-strategy game. It has a promising future ahead, but it's one that will stretch beyond the initial launch of the game.
Read MoreThere's a new gameplay video out for Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2, which looks like it's much bigger and badder than its predecessor.
Read MoreAs a new backer build drops, we see more of Gollop's grand vision for Phoenix Point. But while this is more iterative than revolutionary, inspiration can be find from unlikely sources...
Read MoreWe're doing a complete breakdown of top sales this year, but we can tell you where to start looking if you want to pick something up...
Read MoreNew expansion adds new civilizations, brings back the world congress, and focuses on climate change.
Read MoreSet in ancient Roman times, this new title from Slitherine may end up competing head-to-head with Paradox's Imperator: Rome.
Read MoreC&C Tiberian Dawn and Red Alert confirmed to be the first games to get the modernisation/4K treatment.
Read MoreTropico 6 is now available for pre-order on PC, and has a release date, in case you didn't know.
Read MoreThe new DLC will be dropping tomorrow, so in the mean time you can read up on what the free update will be doing for the rest of the game.
Read MoreAI War 2 has entered Steam Early Access - here's what you need to know about it (other than it's hard).
Read MoreBlizzard have finally announced that Warcraft 3 remaster everyone wanted, and it's going to be out sometime next year.
Read MoreLeaked images point to a new civilisation and new water-based district tiles, as well as the name 'Vesuvius'.
Read MoreWe've rounded up the best strategy gaming discounts that are running during Steam's Halloween Sales event.
Read MoreThe latest Dev Diary highlights the initial state of Italy at the start of the game. You'll need to work of Rome's dominance every time... but will this remain fun over the long-term?
Read MoreAlexander has been poring over the Holy Fury developer diaries ahead of its launch next month. He's provided a breakdown of what's coming in this massive new DLC for Crusader Kings 2.
Read MoreAlexander is here to give you some basic pointers on how to get to grips with Frozen Synapse 2's tactical battles. Better put your planning hat on.
Read MoreAfter the backlash from the new mobile game, an EA producer has said they're looking at remastering the classic games in a couple of years.
Read MoreA new premium expansion for one of our favourite space-strategy games is on the way. Set condition one through-out the internet.
Read MoreThe early access survival game will finally release on October 17th - mark your calendars!
Read MoreOur next Stellaris analysis looks at the changes coming to the galactic economy, including trade, markets and whole lot more. The future is looking bright...
Read MoreAlexander breaks down the upcoming planet changes to Stellaris, and how it will affect the game going forward.
Read MoreWe now know when to expect Creative Assembly's new historical Total War, along with collector's edition and pre-order incentives.
Read MoreIt seems some internet denizens have taken umbrage with the sudden rise of women in their formerly man-centric game about Rome.
Read MorePick up the latest, and probably last, chapter in the Dawn of War franchise on the cheap this weekend.
Read MoreGiven the changes in the political landscape over the past few years, it's no surprise this series needed a whole new entry.
Read MoreThis highly anticipated turn-based tactics game is finally going to be dropping on everyone's machines, and our review along with it.
Read MoreWe haven't anything about Sanctus Reach since the last expansion came out, but it seems they've not been idle...
Read MoreHaving recently started learning the physical game, Joe was very interested in checking out how Fantasy Flight Interactive decided to bring this co-op card game to digital. Here's what he found...
Read MoreSo, you've had some time to get used to Halo Wars 2, and now you're ready for the big leagues - check out out advanced guide to help you compete in the main MP arenas.
Read MoreThe obligatory blood’n gore DLC has also been released, free if you own the Attila equivalent.
Read MoreThe classic RTS franchise is making a return. A new entry in the series is being worked on, as well as a HD remaster collection of the original games.
Read MoreWe're kicking off a week with a look at the best strategy gaming news of the past week, including some surprise Gamescom announcements!
Read MoreThis under-appreciated RTS, while not without its problems, has some hidden strengths that make it a fairly decent game. If you haven't played it before, we're here to give you he gameplay basics.
Read MoreThe iconic turn-based tactics franchise attempts another return to our gaming lives with a new rage-fuelled entry.
Read MoreWe round up the latest and greatest bits of strategy gaming news from the last seven days.
Read MoreEU4 Dharma is coming along nicely, and one of its more interesting changes is how centres of trade are being given more depth. Make it rain.
Read MoreCatch up on all the strategy gaming news you may have missed. Apparently, we missed a lot of it too.
Read MoreThe most popular board of year, coming to PC via the most prolific digital board games publisher around.
Read MoreRead our comprehensive guide on the best upcoming strategy games of 2018 - everything we know about the titles we know you'll like!
Read MoreWe've rounded-up the news and interesting tid bits we missed from the world of strategy games.
Read MoreAugust 2nd will see new content drop for both these epic 4X strategy games, and it sounds like they're not to be missed!
Read MoreThe game's developer - long defunct - has decided if they weren't going to do anything with it, might as well let the community have a shot.
Read MoreIt's not due out till next year, but it's good to highlight indie projects every now and then.
Read MoreDue out August 9th, this new prequel campaign takes you back to before Rome's dominance of Italy was assured.
Read MoreThe Snake & The Skirmisher have arrived in one of this year's most unique real-time strategy games...
Read MoreAlex brings you his thoughts form the currently playable alpha build of Julian Gollop's turn-based tactics comeback special.
Read MoreSome exciting news has dropped recently in the world of strategy games, so we thought we'd round it all up for you in one place.
Read MoreThe discount-heavy digital platform is discounting SEGA's entire catalogue, including strategy greats like Total War: Warhammer 2 and more!
Read MoreA new release has arrived, just in time for another hot July weekend. This one's a tower defense game with some Dungeon Keeper meat on its bones.
Read MoreWe've gotten a look at a few of the units that will be appearing in Proxy Studios' 4X spin on the grimdark future of Warhammer 40K. Lets just say, diplomacy doesn't seem to be the name of this game.
Read MoreDue out later this summer, The Commission: Organized Crime seems like the perfect fit for grand strategy. You can sign up for the open beta now.
Read More... provided you pre-order the game, of course! New build adds in a new class, and the game's first drive-able vehicle.
Read MoreThe keys are already all gone, but Asmodee have launched a beta for the games' tutorial section. They might release more, who knows!
Read MoreDan was lucky enough to go hands on with the E3 2018 demo for Total War: Three Kingdoms, and is here to tell us what it was like.
Read MoreA new dev diary for the sci-fi Age of Wonders spin-off looks at one of the bigger changes coming to the game's DNA...
Read MoreIt was already a fantastic game, but Version 1.1 is going to make it even better. There's a bright future ahead for this turn-based strategy extravaganza...
Read MoreValve's latest seasonal discount event is here - the Summer Sale is in full swing and you have till July 5th to take advantage of the discounts.
Read MoreKendal writes an impassioned defence of save-scumming, and why the recent Ironman/Permadeath revolution in strategy games isn't all that great.
Read MoreWe had some left-over coverage from our recent trip to the UK Games Expo, so we thought we'd publish it here.
Read MoreCrusader Kings in space, anyone? This 4X/RTS project may not let you marry your horse, but your agents are the driving force of the game and the key to victory.
Read MoreAnna's unearthed a hidden RTS gem in the form of a spin-off to an Age of Empires 2 mod. A perfect way to whittle away the time before Age of Empires 4 turns up...
Read MoreMarcello is back with another XCOM2 guide, this time telling you everything you need to know about War of the Chosen...
Read MoreThe wait is over, you can get your hands on Scythe: Digital Editiong RIGHT NOW... provided you accept that it's early access...
Read MoreMarcello's been putting Total War: Warhammer 2's recent updates through their paces. and found a good game has been made even better!
Read MoreThe show's just getting started, so we're rounding up the important strategy gaming news of the past week so that it doesn't get lost in the noise.
Read MoreStardock are celebrating a big milestone with some pretty legit deals on some pretty legit strategy titles.
Read MoreThe grand-strategy publisher has made another acquisition. One company to rule them all...
Read MoreWe had a great run of articles last week as we finished off the last of our PDXCon content, but it means we also missed out on everything else that happened in strategy gaming. Round-up time!
Read MoreCraig is a volunteer who's taken a break from his studies to share how excited he is by the prospect of the upcoming changes coming to CK2.
Read MoreTriumph have returned to their iconic Age of Wonders series, and this time they're heading to the stars. This game is already showing off some great ideas in the 4X space...
Read MoreThree Paradox grand-strategy titles are getting new big expansions, all due out (we hope) by the end of the year.
Read More... and found wanting. EUIV is both better and worse when it comes to locking features behind a pay-wall. T.J. is here to walk you through the pros and cons of vanilla EUIV.
Read MoreIt's time for another round of 'catch up', as we look at what the more interesting bits of strategy news have been over the past week.
Read MoreOne of our favourite games of last year is getting another expansion, with new story missions, new ships and more!
Read MoreThe Spring update for Civ VI is almost here, but the patch notes are available now if you want to browse the upcoming changes.
Read MoreCharles is back with another entry in his Total War ARENA series - this time he's looking at Tier 3, where players will start to encounter human opponents for the first time.
Read MoreThe developers of Scythe's digital edition have released their plans for the game over the next few months. Exciting times ahead!
Read MoreA quick round-up of some of the more interesting happenings in strategy gaming this past week...
Read MoreTwo great strategy games are free to play this weekend, if you haven't already tried them out!
Read MoreIf you wanted to be topical, you could say 40K meets BattleTech in this turn-based strategy game of giant war-machines from the grimdark.
Read MoreThis sci-fi XCOM-like is starting off humble, but has some big ideas. Price of entry isn't nothing, though...
Read MoreMarcello has been playing Total War: Warhammer II's Vortex campaign in co-op, and he never wants to go back.
Read MoreThere's a free Scythe beta running at the moment, so we had Matt jump in so we could see how things were coming a long. tl;dr - so far, so good!
Read MoreA fair amount of news has dropped this week, we're taking a break from our guide content to round it all up for you...
Read MoreTotal War Arena is Creative Assembly's answer to the blossoming multiplayer-focused strategy scene. Not quite a MOBA, but perhaps aspirations of one. Charles is here to introduce you to the game and its basics...
Read MoreParadox running CK2 sales event on their own store, with expansions going for up to 50% off.
Read MoreNew add-on for Stardock's 'Civilization in Space' strategy game adds several new features that look increasing immersion.
Read MoreYou can grab the base version for the iconic grand-strategy murder/medieval simulator and keep it forever.
Read MoreCrusader Kings 2 will go down in strategy gaming history as the game that made deep strategy experiences mainstream, and shaped much of what was to come. Five years on from its original release, we think it's time to lay this weary crusader to rest.
Read MoreAnyone can sign up and get early access to updates that require feedback before going live.
Read MoreThe WEGO turn-based tactical space strategy game will get that much better with damage persistence and visualisation.
Read MoreWe got some hands-on time with this 'Civilization-meets-40K' combo. It's pretty, but we worry about the game's longevity.
Read MoreThe first entry in the new 'Total War Sagas' series is being pushed back to allow for some last-minute fixes and changes.
Read MoreCreative Assembly have lifted the curtain a bit to let us know what their various teams are up to. Exciting stuff!
Read MoreWe've got another quick round-up of the week's news for you to catch up on. It's good to be a strategy gamer right now...
Read MoreNew Culture Pack gives some TLC to Arabian end of the grand campaign, as well as a free update that enhances the role of women in the game.
Read MoreThe Viking strategy/management game has grown a lot since we last looked at it and hits 1.0 a year after entering Early Access.
Read MoreWe also got a few tid bits of new information regarding the upcoming adaptation of Games Workshop’s iconic gang warfare skirmish game.
Read MoreThere were quite a few bits and pieces we missed last week, so we thought we'd round it up for you now...
Read MoreNew strategy/RPG is currently in the final few days of an already successful Kickstarter campaign. Coming to PC and console later this year.
Read MoreRule Britannia (Britannia rules the waves) will add depth to the British Isle region, as well as bring in new industrial revolution mechanics.
Read MoreGiven that 'Mount & Blade with Guns' hasn't worked that well in the past, you wouldn't think this odd faux-political Shooter/RPG hybrid would work. Apparently, you'd be wrong.
Read MoreA new dev post explores the different skirmish options available to players come release day.
Read MoreIn the grim darkness of the far future, there is only games set in the grim darkness of the far future.
Read MoreThere will also be a free content drop that increases the presence and role of women in a campaign, including Cleopatra as a playable faction leader.
Read MoreMarcello's been taking a trip down memory lane as he checks out the re-release of a defining moment in RTS history, although he's not sure this needed doing in the first place...
Read MoreThis game blends RTS with resource & village management, and hits 1.0 after just over a year in Early Access.
Read MoreSteam’s latest sales event sees a range of strategy titles discounted – we summarise some of the event’s top pick.
Read MoreThis new strategy game blends familiar gameplay with unique visuals in a competitive, multiplayer focused environment.
Read MoreCreative Assembly's MOBA/Total War spin-off will finally be open to all come February 22nd.
Read MoreThe up-and-coming strategy publisher plans to announce two new games at their annual event, although not Victoria 3, sadly.
Read MoreSega & Relic have scrapped plans for "major updates", and the future of the controversial 40K RTS is now up in the air.
Read MoreThe quirky Space Program Simulator’s first ever expansion pack adds new features and scenarios based on historical space missions.
Read MoreFTL developer's new games will be releasing on Steam, GOG and the Humble Store. Other platforms to come later.
Read MoreThe latest 'Immersion Pack' for EUIV focuses on the British Isles and the impact this area had on the world...
Read MoreA new game from former Civilization/Firaxis devs that goes back to the roots of their expertise. We're excited to see how this will pan out...
Read MoreOur last Itch.io round-up for a while, Josh has gone call Matrix on us with a look at some 'Cyber'-themed games available on Itch.io...
Read MorePetroglyph have returned, and their latest title harks back to a better time for real-time strategy games...
Read MoreA more recent trend in PC gaming is military combat sandbox/sim games. This third title in an established series has recently hit Early Access, so we thought we'd give it a look-in...
Read MoreMarcello's got another batch of newly released strategy games worth your time. Check them out!
Read MoreCharles hops on a train to check out this Early Access title looking at the very serious business of running a train station...
Read MoreDeveloper Tindalos Interactive have been quiet this past year, and now we know why. Didn't like BFG Armada 1? Maybe the sequel will float your boat...
Read MoreOur first Itch.io of the year is a little bit delayed due to some embargoes we needed to meet, but it's no less packed with interesting new strategy games to discover. Enjoy!
Read MoreThey are billions, but Charles is but one. Check out our preview of the hit post-apocalyptic strategy game!
Read MoreMarcello was one of a handful of journalists invited to test out the first Campaign Pack DLC for Total War: Warhammer II, and he found it very promising.
Read MoreJosh comes back with 2018's first collection of free strategy games! Come in and tell him how much you love his effort!
Read MoreEditor Joe finishes off our series of 'Year in Review' articles as he reflects back on what he's actually played this year...
Read MoreMartynas is up next in terms of how he found strategy gaming in 2017. Seems like it was a mixed bag...
Read MoreThe last FF of the year brings you three quality titles to tide over the holiday season in style!
Read MoreMartynas takes a look at how games treat morale during battles, both in the virtual and table top genres.
Read MoreThe first major DLC for Warhammer II includes unique objectives, completely new mechanics, full unit rosters, and more.
Read MoreYou know I always liked the anime, even the physical CCG, but I've had a love/hate relationship with all of the videogame iterations. Josh however, thinks the IP's latest release may propel the franchise into the top tier...
Read MoreWe've got a whole host of new strategy titles on our plate at the moment. Marcello brings you a pre-look at the first one to enter the fray. A promising start, but still plenty of work to do!
Read MoreOur final Itch.io round-up of the year, since we'll be on Christmas break when the slot next comes around. Let's see what Josh has found for us today...
Read MoreIt's GOTY season, but because SG is relatively new to the scene we're going to do something a bit more low-key for 2017. Click to find out more...
Read MoreMarcello laments the lack of an official LOTR Total War game as he tries out CA's upcoming free DLC for Total Warhammer II. All sliders were turned up to 11.
Read MoreOne of the masters of card-drive experiences is porting on of their iconic games to PC with the help of Asmodee Digital...
Read MoreIf you weren't excited for Thrones of Britannia, your blood will definitely be pumping once you get a glimpse of this map...
Read MorePatch brings a whole host of new changes to the game, with the Reinforcement Pack DLC now also released.
Read MoreAs Creative Assembly talks about how they're going to improve Mortal Empires going forward, Marcello looks back at their potted history with big ideas and lack-lustre execution...
Read MoreNew turn-based tactical strategy game is set during the 31st Millennium and is based off of the spin-off boardgame of the same name.
Read MoreMarcello took to the stars and was put in command of a spaceship in a new Early Access title... It didn't go well, apparently...
Read MoreJosh is here with the fourth instalment in his series looking at the hidden strategy gems of indie platform itch.io. Let's see what he's got for us this week...
Read MoreWe've got a string of coverage on strategy & management games that we've missed coming over the next week or so. First up, Sean looks at this intriguing early access survival sim...
Read MoreWe've been browsing the sales this week, and to celebrate Black Friday we thought we'd throw together a quick list of some of our top picks. Enjoy!
Read MoreWe don't want to start using the term 'scraping the barrel' but... was a bit of a lean couple of weeks in strategy gaming, apparently.
Read MoreWe're not able to bring you our regular update today, so we're going to be filling the space with any interesting news or tidbits from the strategy gaming world. First up, Stellaris gets better ships!
Read MoreCraig is excited by the prospect of what Total War Sagas brings to the table, and put together this list of top other historical destinations the company could consider...
Read MoreSean's been thinking about narrative in strategy games, and where it fits in terms of what we as armchair generals enjoy.
Read MoreJosh returns with the third part in our on-going series looking at the Itch.io platforms and the strategy gems it contains. Three more indie creations for your consideration...
Read MoreParadox has released a new expansion for EUIV today - we're here with a quick overview based on some game-play impressions.
Read MoreMarcello was struck by the variety of interesting strategy titles released on Steam over the past couple weeks. Check out what we've picked for you!
Read MoreJoe's been testing out an upcoming real-time strategy game with a massively-multiplayer twist that brought back some old memories...
Read MoreCharles has had this on his mind for a while, and now wants to talk it over with you guys: there's something wrong with the RTS genre...
Read MoreWe're back with another trifecta of indie strategy titles from Itch.io, an up-and-coming platform for new developers to get their games discovered...
Read MoreDespite our best intentions, sometimes life has a way of prying our cold, carpel-tunnel infused fingers away from our computers. Luckily, we've got a handy guide to gaming whilst away from home...
Read MoreMarcello really likes the soundtrack that comes with Paradox's Stellaris, and it's currently going cheap...
Read MoreMarcello gets all meta on us as he writes about a game about writing about travelling. Part of our Sweden Game Conference 2017 coverage.
Read MoreAs Halloween draws near, we've got the best of the best of Steam's recent strategy releases to see you through till dawn.
Read MoreThe mega-campaign for Total War: Warhammer II is finally here, and T.J's been putting it through its paces. This truly is TOTAL war...
Read MoreMarcello attended the Sweden Game Conference recently, and is here to share with us some of the things he saw. First up, a preview...
Read MoreAs a counter-point to our regular Friday Filter column, we're bringing you some of the best strategy games that aren't on Steam. Say hello to Itch.io...
Read MoreThinking about getting into this engaging turn-based tactical game? Allow us to show you the way with our beginner's guide...
Read MoreHow a free browser clicker game stole our whole day. Warning: This article contains spoilers.
Read MoreFour great games have risen to the top of the pile over the past couple of weeks. Check out what new and interesting strategy, sim & management games are waiting for your consideration...
Read MoreJoe's been binging on space 4x strategy games recently, and is here to muse about the need for an evolution within the genre.
Read MoreWe track down Tomasz Gop, Producer for Ancestors Legacy, and ask him about his promising new RTS...
Read MoreIan's been playing Larian's recent RPG epic and was mightily impressed by the tactical dimensions offered to the player.
Read MoreCharles heads back to Normandy to test out Steel Division's first premium DLC. Will you be joining the Second Wave?
Read MoreWe look at Early Access games in many stages of development. Some are more advanced than others. Sadly for this transport sim, it is perhaps a bit TOO early...
Read MoreMarcello's opened his trench-coat and is ready to sell you on the strategy game worth paying attention to this week. It's not weird, honest...
Read MoreSo... yeah, you might have to bear with us a little bit longer. Normal service resumes tomorrow. Promise!
Read MoreSince we have a last minute gap in the schedule, thought I'd try out a thought experiment & play around with some more informal content. Enjoy!
Read MoreLongsword has been in Early Access for a while now, so we thought we'd check in to see how it was doing...
Read MoreWe're coming to the end of the current run of From the Archive content. In honour of the recently released XCOM2 expansion we're looking at turn-based tactical titles...
Read MoreCraig presents his list of top total conversion mods for Paradox's core grand-strategy titles.
Read MoreThere is one title in here which is not sci-fi, but it's definitely something you won't expect.
Read MoreWe interview developer Alexander Jack, who's turned to Kickstarter to help fund this intriguing blend of RTS & City Builder set in ancient times...
Read MoreIf you have a potato PC or are twiddling your thumbs waiting for a new video card to arrive, here are some of the best yet graphically undemanding strategy games around.
Read MoreIn today's blast from the past, we look at two unique strategy games that are heavily inspired by Sid Meier's legendary 4X title, Civilization.
Read MoreIn Part Two, we take some of the general principles described in part one and put them into practice.
Read MoreWe're T-Minus 7 days from the release of BSG Deadlock. Here's some early strategy tips to prepare you for the wars to come...
Read MoreEvil is the new Awesome in this interesting strategy/management game about being the Best Evil CEO you can possibly be...
Read MoreOur bi-weekly column looking at recent additions to Steam's 'Strategy' category returns... and it's mainly full of management games. Close enough, I guess?
Read MoreWe've looked at a lot of Early Access strategy games so far. Most of them have been pretty decent, but some... not so much. This seems to be one of the latter right now...
Read MoreIn today's blast from the past, we look at two unique strategy games from East, in celebration of Total War's recent DLC update...
Read MoreIt‘s good to be bad, and it‘s even better to be bad in space. Martynas gives us an overview of this upcoming strategy title...
Read MorePart strategy game, part MMO/social experiment... Josh trials the Early Access of this unique RTS that demands team-work...
Read MoreWe bring you the top new steam strategy releases, freshly filtered so you don't have to worry about the junk...
Read MoreFew have managed to get the essentials of naval strategy right, but Anno 1404 makes it look easy...
Read MoreIron Tides - a Viking-styled turn-based strategy survival game - took an interesting approach as soon as it became known to the public. Headed up by Sam Raski and Carina Kom at the freshly named Crash Wave Studio, this tiny independent team decided to utilize three common self-publishing methods while...
Read MoreAll Men Must Learn: Josh bought an Oculus Rift kit and decided to finally try and learn how to play Chess.
Read MoreBringing Strategy Back: We sift through the newest releases in Steams 'strategy' filter so you don't have to.
Read MoreAs we wait for Battlestar Galactica: Deadlock, we reminisce about two previous gems within space-strategy games...
Read MoreXCOM 2: War of the Chosen won't be out till September, but here are some games you can look at in the mean time...
Read MoreWe're celebrating great ports of great strategy boardgames today as we bring you some archived articles from one of our sister websites...
Read MoreRead our preview of Fable Fortune, just prior to the game's launch onto Steam Early Access...
Read MoreWe managed to get onto the beta for Sudden Strike 4, a franchise that hasn't been seen in these parts since 2007. Is it a return to form?
Read MoreTo celebrate the launch of Strategy Gamer, we've prepared a mammoth guide to the best games set to release in 2017. We'll keep this article updated through-out year, so make sure you check back in!
Read MoreMarcello interviews the founder of the studio behind Aven Colony about the city-builder's design and roadmap for the future.
Read MoreWe're pros at timing here at Strategy Gamer, which is why we've got another Friday Filter ready for AFTER the Steam Sales have ended. *Thumbs Up*
Read MoreMarcello has been visiting Aven Prime to see what it's like to try and survive in this extremely hostile world. We haven't heard from him in a while, so I hope he's ok...
Read MoreJoe muses about upcoming space-strategy game BSG Deadlock after it's game-play debut the other day. His excitement is... palpable...
Read MoreThis project's creator reached out to us to ask if we would like to talk to him about his intriguing digital board/wargame project. Why the heck not!
Read MoreJames is on secondment from the Wargamer and is here to give you his thoughts on the solo campaigns in Steel Division...
Read MoreCharles uses his expert knowledge of Steel Division's unit system to help you achieve victory in Normandy.
Read MoreMarcello is back with another addition to our new 'Friday Filter' series. We're probably going to be doing these every couple of weeks.
Read MoreOriental Empires has been in Early Access since last September. It's officially 'late', but we're here to see what it's like after seven months of development...
Read MoreCraig reminisces about Introversion's Prison Architect, and offers some tips and tricks on how to efficiently run your Human Rehabilitation Centre...
Read MoreCharles uses his expert knowledge of Steel Division's unit system to help you achieve victory in Normandy.
Read MoreRelic’s first major rebalancing patch for Dawn of War III is out. How has it impacted multiplayer strategies?
Read MoreMarcello round's up all of the strategy-related gaming news from E3 and puts it in one handy place - it's another SG Briefing!
Read MoreAs we prepare for E3, a quick round-up of the important strategy gaming news to have surfaced recently...
Read MoreIan has been playing a lot of Steel Division recently, and is here to give you some tips & tricks regarding artillery in game.
Read MoreJoe got an early look at an upcoming simulation game that see's you building rescue vessels and braving the open ocean.
Read MoreThe first in a new series of articles where we try to sift through the drudgery that is Steam's 'Strategy' tag. Is this Legit Strat? Click to find out.
Read MoreThe embargo has lifted, and we're free to tell you how totally awesome Battletech is shaping up to be. Take it away, T.J.!
Read MoreWe've got another Early Access Preview to send your way today - this industrial warfare RTS is trying to build on the foundations of Total Annihilation/Supreme Commander, with mixed results so far.
Read MoreMatt's been playing Steel Division, and has had some-what of an epiphany in terms of war strategy games, and what they can achieve...
Read MoreParadox has hired former Firaxis and Stardock wonder child Jon Shafer to head up a new team in their internal studio. We caught up him to find out what that means...
Read MoreAlex takes a look at another Early Access strategy game for us. This one involves a lot of farming, apparently...
Read MoreThe strategy publisher has partnered with Universal Studios to bring a new Battlestar Galactica game to players later this year. It's looking pretty sweet.
Read MoreStrategy Gamer has partnered with Lo-Fi Games for our very first game giveaway! Want to try out Kenshi? Well now's your chance! [Closed]
Read MoreLots of cool things have happened recently in the world of strategy gaming, so let's run through some of the highlights...
Read MoreThe poll results are in, and we have some big news for you. New content, new features, and a new writers initiative!
Read MoreJosh chats with the game designer behind Warborn, a tactical turn-based strategy game about mechs pummeling each other.
Read MoreOur Early Access campaign continues as we take a look at this plucky newcomer. We're getting a lot of Mount & Blade vibes here, which is nice considering Bannerlord is MIA...
Read MoreIan's been fighting the eternal war in the grim darkness of the far future, and has returned a beaten and haggard man. Here's a handy guide so you can be just like him...
Read MoreWe were unable to give Ages a proper analysis in our review of Mandate of Heaven, so we decided to create a separate guide on it instead.
Read MoreWe're making our way through more of Steam's Early Access titles. A bit light on strategy with this one, but it still requires some tactical decision-making...
Read MoreAs we approach Strategy Gamer's one month anniversary, we want to know what our audience think of us. Tell us your opinion!
Read MoreOur fearless Editor has survived the beaches of Omaha and is here to give you a report on this intense upcoming WW2 RTT game from Paradox Interactive and Eugen...
Read MoreFun fact: It's been exactly six months since Civilization VI launched itself into the world. Marcello reflects on the early days and where this game fits in the power-house strategy franchise...
Read MoreAlex managed to get a hold of code for this recently released Early Access game, and is here to let know how things are shaping up.
Read MoreJoe has been trying out this Steam EA title that tries to push the boundaries of what digital boardgames can do. This article originally appeared on The Wargamer.
Read MoreIt's rare that we get access to a game this early in development, and with an on-going Kickstarter no less. This is an experiment to try and analyse this project using the pre-alpha demo, which is essentially the proof of concept. Let us know what you think!
Read MoreNewcomer Josh Brown has been playing this Viking themed Early Access title. Featuring resource management and 4X style gameplay, it's go some interesting ideas. There's still work to be done, though...
Read MoreIan jumped into the DOW3 Closed Beta over the weekend and has emeged from the warp to give us his impressions and thoughts.
Read MoreFrom the unknown vastness of space to the mysterious blue depths of the Seven Seas, today's News Briefing looks damn awesome.
Read MoreMarcello will be bringing you regular news briefings like this one, similar to what we do on The Wargamer and Pocket Tactics. Today's post focuses on his experiences at the Rezzed gaming show in London, UK.
Read MoreWelcome to Strategy Gamer! Your brand new home for all things related to strategy gaming. From the latest news & reviews, to guides and analysis that will help you play smarter - we've got you covered!
Read MoreDawn of War III approaches its unit roster as a mix of Company of Heroes 2 and the 40k franchise, focusing on a difference between quantity and quality. On one hand, you’ve got your standard units, built in traditional RTS fashion and meant to flood your enemies and control the map.
Read MoreDawn of War III approaches its unit roster as a mix of Company of Heroes 2 and the 40k franchise, focusing on a difference between quantity and quality. On one hand, you’ve got your standard units, built in traditional RTS fashion and meant to flood your enemies and control the map.
Read MoreDawn of War III approaches its unit roster as a mix of Company of Heroes 2 and the 40k franchise, focusing on a difference between quantity and quality. On one hand, you’ve got your standard units, built in traditional RTS fashion and meant to flood your enemies and control the map.
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