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Xenonauts 2 releases into 1.0 on April 2, 2026!

This is a huge milestone for the game after a stream of major content updates. Thank you to @TurnBasedThursday.bsky.social for hosting us! #TurnBasedThursdayFest

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/538030/view/503977720511727976

If you boot up Heart of the Machine and immediately understand it, congratulations -- you might actually be a machine intelligence.

But if you're normal, we have some guides to help you out. Here's a gameplay overview to help you navigate the complexity of the city.

https://youtu.be/Ostq5U-3S1M

Heart of the Machine is now available in 1.0!

In this 4X strategy RPG, you're a newly sentient AI with a city that yours to rebuild. Will you create an endless utopia, or consume everything for your infinite growth?

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2001070/Heart_of_the_Machine/

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Heart of the Machine on Steam You are the first sentient AI, born into a city of opportunity. Transcend time and space in this strategy RPG to raise machine armies and defeat your foes, influence the world from the shadows, or pur...

Find Heart of the Machine on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2001070/...

Heart of the Machine is a strategy RPG like no other. It'll let you do... just about anything your sentient heart desires.

Build the city to your whims. Raise armies of war raptors. Create a torment nexus. Befriend robot dogs. Do a little cannibalism, even.

Heart of the Machine hits 1.0 TOMORROW.

He Is Coming just dropped a new update that adds:

- Visual update for the woodland biome
- Non-combat backpack slot
- Weapon modifications
- New weapons, new items, & new events

Read the full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2824490/view/541131149009750047

That's a wrap on Steam Next Fest!

Thank you to all everyone who picked up the Fogpiercer demo and supported the fantastic work that @MadCookiesGames is doing on the game. The demo will remain available on Steam so you can keep slamming runs to your heart's content. 🚂🧡

Old World: Empires of the Indus releases on March 30.

This DLC takes you to the subcontinent of South Asia. Choose from one of three new nations, each representing a major player across a 600-year period of upheaval.

Details: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/597180/view/499473486646870714

Patch 20 adds a new method for traveling between islands: the Raft Ferry! 🛶

With this new transport comes the Raft Dock building. Any two docks can be linked & whiskers will paddle their way to their destination.

Changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2489330/view/527620984317936263

How publishers can do better by devs (and still profit) - Game Developer Podcast Ep. 65 This week on the Game Developer Podcast, Hooded Horse CEO Tim Bender joins us to discuss his journey into the world of video game publishing, what he’s learned, and why he feels many publishers aren’t doing right by developers.

How publishers can do better by devs (and still profit) - Game Developer Podcast Ep. 65

Patch 5 has shipped for MENACE.

This update is focused on stability and frequently reported issues, while development continues on the first big content patch.

It also adds the ability to turn off unique squad leader heads.

https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/535502283666883054

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ALL ABOARD! Next Fest is here, & we're celebrating with a new demo for Fogpiercer.

This deckbuilding roguelike puts you in the conductor's seat of a high-speed locomotive. Use your guns, wits, & environment to stop bandits in their tracks.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3219010/Fogpiercer/

The new Fogpiercer demo drops TOMORROW. 🚂

Mad Cookies has done incredible work on this demo update, with a full visual revamp & fresh content for new & returning players.

Check it out when Steam Next Fest begins on February 23 @ 1 PM ET.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3219010/Fogpiercer/

Heart of the Machine enters 1.0 on March 6, 2026.

From its incredible narrative complexi

Happy Lunar New Year! We're entering the year of the Horse, and I've got a hunch it's going to be a good one.

Why not celebrate by checking out the Lunar New Year sale on Steam? Maybe your new favorite Hooded Horse game is in there.

🧧 https://store.steampowered.com/sale/lunarnewyear2025

CALLING ALL TRAIN ENTHUSIASTS. Fogpiercer is joining Steam Next Fest! 🚂

Mad Cookies Studio is dropping an overhauled demo for this locomotive roguelike deckbuilder on February 23, packed with new visuals and new content.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3219010/Fogpiercer/

Patch 3 is live for MENACE. It includes changes to defense missions that should make them more manageable.

Tier 2 weapons & armor also get an overhaul, plus new armors and several other improvements.

Full changelog: https://steamcommunity.com/games/2432860/announcements/detail/687497604906352684

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A second patch has shipped for MENACE.

This one includes some balancing improvements and fixes several pressing bugs. Most importantly, it adds an experimental fix for the AI avoiding hidden player units.

Full changelog: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2432860/view/540003980950897774

Combat in MENACE is based on a traditional turn-based tactical system, but there are some new mechanics you'll need to keep in mind if you want to execute a successful mission.

Here's a guide to walk you through every aspect of MENACE's combat.

https://youtu.be/Qsn97g1E7Go

Menace wants you dead Joke's on you, I love to die

Menace is a comfort-zone XCOM-style tactics game. It also wants to murder everyone you know. www.jank.cool/menace-wants...

TactiCon is back for a 5th edition in July 2026!

This year, the event focuses on games that involve tactics with players using tactical reasoning in threatening situations.

Got game(s) that fit? Submit your tactical games here: forms.gle/JmvusvDvFb1M...
#TactiCon #tacticalgames #gamedev

MENACE had a truly incredible launch weekend. @overhypestudios.bsky.social broke 20,000 concurrent players with 86% positive reviews on Steam.

Thank you to everyone who has played the game, provided feedback, and enjoyed MENACE so far! It's been an honor to serve as the publisher for this project.

In MENACE, your squad is one of the most important assets that you have.

The right squad leader and good squad management are key to succeeding in your Operations. Here's a guide to walk you through customization, leader qualities, & mission order.

📺 https://youtu.be/UcZ7XocqVAw

Shout out to the wonderful folks @thinkygames.com for featuring 9 Kings in third 3rd Annual Thinky Awards!

It's an honor to be featured alongside so many other incredible titles in their strategy game category.

Check out the full event on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/3rdthinkyawards

In this video, we'll guide you through the Strategic Layer of MENACE, focusing on elements such as the Bridge, upgrading MENACE - The Strategic Layer Guide | Sci-Fi Tactical RPG

MENACE is intended to be a complex and challenging experience, both in combat and in the strategic layer.

Here's a guide to help you navigate the Bridge, upgrades for the Impetus, and the Black Market!

📺 https://youtu.be/rEzn2rgGNfg

The MENACE playtester community has put together an incredible set of guides as a practical starting point for new & returning players.

Check out the Gate Ripper's War Manual for all your early-to-mid game decision-making needs.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3660188726