🎮 New on Steam This Week: Commandos Returns and a Hoard of Tactical and Indie Treasures
This week’s Steam lineup is a paradise for enthusiasts of real-time tactics, immersive simulations, and indie thrills. The highlight is undoubtedly the eagerly awaited comeback of a legendary special forces team, alongside a range of new titles catering to all types of gamers—from intense survival experiences to quirky business simulators and expansive role-playing quests.
Let’s explore the week’s most thrilling releases!
🎖️ Feature of the Week: Commandos: Origins
The legendary Commandos series triumphantly re-emerges with Commandos: Origins, a contemporary reimagining of the renowned real-time tactics franchise that first enchanted players in the late 1990s. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the game guides players through more than ten missions across historically inspired battlegrounds—from Norway’s icy fjords to North Africa’s blazing deserts.
You will take command of a squad of six elite operatives, each possessing distinct skills: the stealth-oriented Spy, the lethal Sniper, the explosive Expert, and more. Staying true to its origins, Commandos: Origins requires meticulous planning, stealthy maneuvers, and exacting timing. A new addition of two-player co-op mode (available both online and via local split-screen) introduces a fresh dynamic, enabling you and a friend to strategize together for enhanced tactical gameplay.
With upgraded 3D graphics and modern controls, Commandos: Origins aims to delight both nostalgic fans and fresh players. Even more exciting? It debuts on Game Pass upon launch.
🗓️ Additional Exciting Steam Releases This Week
Here’s a daily summary of other noteworthy games launching this week:
📅 Monday, April 7
– Inspector Schmidt – The Ebbing: A story-driven RPG set in 1860s Bavaria. Delve into a mysterious death within a remote village shrouded in secrets, superstition, and peculiar telegraph signals. Essential for aficionados of detective tales and historical suspense.
– Battlefield Commander WWII (Early Access): Engage infantry, tanks, and artillery in real-time World War II confrontations. With an isometric 3D perspective and historically inspired scenarios, it’s a delight for strategy enthusiasts.
📅 Tuesday, April 8
– South of Midnight: A visually stunning action-adventure steeped in Southern Gothic lore and voodoo magic. Play as Hazel, battling mythic creatures and revealing dark secrets. Launching on Game Pass at release.
– Armored Brigade 2: A Cold War-era tactical game for serious strategists. Command NATO or Warsaw Pact troops in extensive, detailed battles from 1955 to 1991. Think Combat Mission melded with sandbox-style warfare.
📅 Wednesday, April 9
– Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days (Early Access): A side-scrolling survival experience set in 1980s Texas amid a zombie apocalypse. Explore during the day and manage your refuge at night. A mix of This War of Mine and Fallout Shelter.
– Used Cars Simulator (Early Access): Launch your own used car business! Acquire clunkers, restore them, and sell for profit. It’s quirky, chaotic, and surprisingly intricate.
– Asgard’s Fall – Viking Survivors (Early Access): A Norse-themed take on Vampire Survivors. Select your Viking champion and face relentless waves of foes with rapid, top-down action.
– Gedonia 2 (Early Access): The continuation of the indie RPG sensation. Craft your own hero, traverse an open world, build your settlement, and indulge in hours of sandbox role-playing.
📅 Thursday, April 10
– Blue Prince: A mysterious roguelike-puzzle fusion set in an ever-changing mansion. Chart your course through the house, but beware—each night, the layout resets. Also debuting on Game Pass and PlayStation Plus.
– Monaco 2: The sleek heist game makes its return with 3D visuals and new gameplay mechanics. Strategize and carry out heists with up to three pals, switching roles mid-mission to adapt on the fly.
– The Talos Principle: Reawakened: A remastered version of the critically acclaimed philosophical puzzle title. Enhanced with Unreal Engine 5 visuals and additional content, it’s ideal for both newcomers and returning players.
– Hollywood Animal (Early Access): A morally intricate management simulator where you oversee a film studio during Hollywood’s golden era. Write scripts, manage stars, and navigate scandals in this gritty portrayal of the entertainment world.
– Crashlands 2: The intergalactic courier Flux Dabes is back! Discover a vibrant alien universe, tame creatures, construct your base, and survive in this colorful action-crafting RPG.
📅 Friday, April 11
– Wild Assault (Early Access): A 20-vs-20 PvP shooter featuring anthropomorphic characters and hero-oriented combat. Picture Battlefield meets Overwatch with an exhilarating twist.
🎯 What Should Be on Your Wishlist?
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