Monthly Archives: August 2021
Could a Game Explore the Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki?
On August 6th and August 9th of 1945, the United States detonated two nuclear strikes over the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The two bombs killed somewhere between 129,000 and 226,000 people, most of whom were civilians and remains … Continue reading
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‘Chivalry 2’ Update Info Leaked, Reveals New Map and Game Mode
A new map and game mode have recently been leaked for Chivalry 2, a relatively new medieval action multiplayer. In developer Torn Banner Studios’ post-launch dev diary, it revealed that the new map would be Galencourt, the seat of the Agathian Church. … Continue reading
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What is Historical Gaming’s Greatest Asset?
Video games are magical to many, as they are the only medium that allows users to interact with and immerse themselves within giant, exciting new worlds different from our own. For that same reason, historical video games are appealing to … Continue reading
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COVID Forces Battlefront Miniatures to Temporarily Suspend Production on Some Product Lines
Battlefront Miniatures announced on August 1st that it would be discontinuing production on some of its product lines due to COVID related lockdowns affecting suppliers in Malaysia. In a press releases regarding the issue, Battlefront representatives stated: “Malaysia remains in … Continue reading
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Greek History Takes Center Stage in ‘Achilles: Legends Untold’
Achilles: Legends Untold was recently announced for a 2022 early access release. The game puts players in the role of Achilles, a hero of the Trojan War and Greek history. Players will embark on his journey to settle a conflict between … Continue reading
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‘Stronghold: Warlords’ Introduces New Lord
Medieval RTS game Strongholds: Warlords recently received a new update that features a new lord in the roster. Through a roadmap of the game’s Summer and Autumn schedule, developer Firefly Studios revealed the news alongside numerous patches and fixes to the game. … Continue reading
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Learn the History of Anne Frank Through Your Oculus
On August 4th, 1944, Anne Frank and her family were discovered and captured by German authorities. They were subsequently transferred to a Nazi consentration camp, where their story of survival turned tragic. But before her eventual capture, Anne Frank and … Continue reading
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Interview with ‘Kainga’ Developer, Erik Rempen
When discussing the concept of historical video games, it can be easy to get caught up in the traditional concepts of what that entails. You may envision a World War II battlefield or any number of conflicts that have unfolded … Continue reading
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