This month PC Gamer gets world-exclusive access to Star Wars Zero Company, the incredibly exciting new XCOM-style turn-based squad tactics game set in a galaxy far, far away. For our in-depth, all-access cover feature, PC Gamer travelled to its developer, Bit Reactor, interviewed a number of its key devs, and then played Zero Company for many hours, enjoying a huge slice of what the full game is going to offer. And, trust us when we say this, if you have even the slightest interest in Star Wars, XCOM, or PC gaming in general, then Zero Company is shaping up to be your new obsession. Get the full scoop in this issue.
This issue also boasts an incredible previews section, stuffed to bursting with great new games. We go hands-on with Owlcat Games' new Warhammer 40,000 game, Dark Heresy, a party-based, story-driven CRPG that tasks you with investigating heretical crimes and dispensing deadly justice. In addition, we take early looks at Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!, 1348 Ex Voto, Warhounds, Tyr, Ex Sanguis, Brave New Wonders, Darkhaven, and Mixtape.
Then, in terms of reviews, we deliver definitive judgments on Resident Evil Requiem, Heart of the Machine, Reanimal, Esoteric Ebb, Styx: Blades of Greed, High on Life 2, Highguard, and TR-49, among other games.
Cover feature: Star Wars Zero Company
Written by: Ted Litchfield
Magazine exclusive: Until April 27th, 2026
What's in this month's cover story: With an all-access pass to Bit Reactor's Mayland studio, PC Gamer gets to play Star Wars Zero Company for several hours, as well as interview the game's key developers. And we bring you our early take and all the key information you need to know in this special feature. If you're a fan of Star Wars, XCOM, or sci-fi squad-strategy, then this will be like your birthday coming early.
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Additional content in this month's issue
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