Warhounds

Developer: The First Studios
Publisher: Brightika, Inc.
Released: Aug 11, 2026
Steam reviews: 71% of players recommend it, from 937 reviews — Steam calls that “Mostly Positive”
Tags: ActionRPGStrategy

On Linux, Steam Deck and Steam Machine

Proton: GoldDeck PlayableSteam Machine: PlayableSteamOS Compatible

This game runs great under Proton after tweaks, per ProtonDB reports (3 reports). Valve rates it Playable on Steam Deck.

Valve rates it Playable on Steam Machine. Valve marks it SteamOS Compatible.

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Features

Full controller support

Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Camera Comfort
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
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Playable without Timed Input
DualShock Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
Save Anytime
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

From the game's Steam store page.

Languages

English · full audio
French
German
Spanish - Spain
Polish
Simplified Chinese
Japanese
Korean
Portuguese - Brazil
Turkish

Steam lists 10 languages, 1 with full audio.

Age rating & content

DEJUS 14 · Linguagem imprópria Violência Drogas lícitasThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
IGRS 18 · Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya Kekerasan Penggunaan bahasaThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
General Mature ContentSteam's content descriptors, as the developer answered them
Characters may occasionally use strong language during combat. Combat includes blood effects, but there is no gore, dismemberment, or graphic violence. The game also contains depictions of alcoholic beverages and smoking while squad members relax in the base common room. There is no sexual content or nudity.The developer's note on the content, from Steam

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About this game

The developer's description, from the game's Steam store page.

Warhounds is a turn-based tactical & strategy game, inspired by XCOM and Jagged Alliance, about a mercenary squad with an old-school action movie vibe. Command an elite team of bold, stylish operators, wage a campaign in an alternate-future Africa, and decide the war’s outcome mission by mission.

Be the commander.

Calculate lines of fire and flank angle, break cover, and seize the high ground. Every turn is decided more by your planning and tactics, less - by RNG.

Hire fighters with personality.

Combine classes: Assault, Specialist, Sniper, Machine Gunner, and Grenadier. Pick the right gear for the job, treat and extract, and protect key operatives. Take calculated risks. High combat lethality makes every decision count.

Run the base between missions.

Recruit, upgrade, purchase equipment, and handle logistics, finances, medical supplies, and downtime. Choose allied factions, build relationships, gather intel, and execute covert ops. Your choices have consequences: your decisions determine your access to missions, gear, and allies.

Use the tools of tomorrow.

Deploy drones, combat scanners, smoke, and optical camo. Upgrade and improve your kit to win under any conditions.

Set your own pace.

Knock out a mission in 25-40 minutes, or settle in for a long session. Customize the challenge: go for a brutal tactical hell or a light, relaxing run.