Upcoming Strategy Games

Civilizations VII

Civilization 7 is the anticipated new entry in the acclaimed strategy game series, slated for release in 2025. This iteration is developed by Firaxis Games and is expected to bring groundbreaking enhancements to the franchise. With its debut set for August 2024, Civilization 7 will be available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, marking a first for the series with a cross-platform launch. The game promises to offer players the chance to forge the most powerful empires ever seen and to etch their names in the annals of history through strategic prowess and diplomatic finesse.

Ara: History Untold

Developed by Oxide Games and published by Xbox Game Studios, it allows players to craft a nation’s story through a rich tapestry of events that span across a dynamic and fully simulated world. With innovative gameplay features such as a national crafting economy, true simultaneous turn resolution, and a non-linear technology tree, the game offers a deeply engaging experience. Players can look forward to a unique multiplayer mode supported by cloud technology, allowing for both synchronous and asynchronous play. Ara: History Untold is not just a game; it’s a journey through the annals of history, where every choice carves a distinct path through an alternate reality filled with endless possibilities.

FrostPunk 2

Frostpunk 2 continues the legacy of its predecessor as a city-building survival game, where players face the aftermath of a volcanic winter that has devastated civilization. The game is developed by 11 Bit Studios and will be available on macOS, Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Players will assume the role of the city’s leader, tasked with managing a city’s growth and survival through controversial moral and political choices. The sequel introduces districts, a larger city scale, and a complex political system, where the community’s council votes on laws that shape the city’s future. With the Idea Tree, players can explore faction proposals, balancing the power dynamics within their society. Frostpunk 2 promises a strategic and immersive experience, measuring time in months and years, challenging players to maintain order and hope in a world on the brink.