- Out Now: The Major Feature Update 0.40! - 19 July 2026
Hello Commander, The wait is over! We are thrilled to announce that our massive feature update for Section Gamma is now live! As promised in our recent preview, this update will heavily shake up the late-game battlefield and take your tactical possibilities to a whole new level. Download the update and dive right into the new content. Here is the full breakdown of what awaits you: New Features Overview The Orbital Laser: Our new superweapon is deployed! Both factions can build the powerful uplink towers to control the laser, bringing a lot more tension to the late-game. Be warned: The AI is eager to use the laser against you, so stay on your toes. New Research Buildings: Both factions now have access to a brand-new research facility. Moving forward, this building is a crucial requirement for various advanced actions and technologies. Hacker Upgrade: Fire in the hole! With this new upgra…
- Major Feature Update Incoming: Orbital Laser, New Tactics & More! - 14 June 2026
Hello Commander, Today, we are thrilled to give you a first look at our upcoming major feature update for Section Gamma! Arriving in the coming weeks, this packed update is designed to massively shake up the battlefield, especially in the late-game. Here is a sneak peek of what to expect: Upcoming Highlights The Orbital Laser: Our new superweapon! Available to every faction, this will bring a lot more excitement and tactical challenges to the late stages of a match. Be warned: The AI is already very eager to use the laser against you. New Research Buildings: Both factions are getting a brand-new research building. This will serve as a crucial new prerequisite for various actions and technologies. Hacker Upgrade: A new upgrade will empower your Hackers to blow up buildings and obstacles on the map, opening the door for entirely new tactical possibilities to dismantle enemy defenses. Powe…
- Update 0.30.12: Scroll Fixes & AI Optimizations - 12 April 2026
Hello Commander, Update 0.30.12 is now live! Patch Notes 0.30.12Scroll Speed: Since switching to the new input system, all scroll lists in the game were far too sensitive. We have fixed this and adjusted the scrolling speed back to a normal, comfortable level. Building Defense: A bug has been fixed that prevented the player's units from attacking a building in an area that had been captured by the AI as intended. AI Infantry Production: We further optimized the AI so that it now only produces infantry units based on actual need. Our previous fix unfortunately didn't yield the desired improvement, but this has now been properly resolved. We hope you continue to enjoy the game. Good luck on the battlefield!
- Update 0.30.11: New Input System, Controller Layouts & AI Balancing - 4 April 2026
Hello Commander, Update 0.30.11 is now live! This patch focuses heavily on improving controller and Steam Deck support, alongside some handy gameplay adjustments. Controller & Steam Deck Update We have updated the internal Unity Input System. This should resolve the stick drift issues some of you were experiencing. Additionally, there are now new Steam Input Layouts available for Steam Deck, Xbox, and PlayStation controllers. Important: Please ensure that you are using version 3.3 of the official layout. Key control changes include: Right Trigger (RT/R2): Now acts as a left mouse click. A Button (Xbox / Steam Deck) or X Button (PlayStation): Is now used to confirm actions (Enter). D-Pad: Can now be used to rotate and tilt the camera view. Additional Patch Notes 0.30.11 Movement Preview: Added a visual preview showing where a unit will move when selecting the "Move and Attack" action. AI…
- Update 0.30.7: Steam Deck Verified & Bug Fixes - 29 March 2026
Hello Commander, Update 0.30.7 is now live! We’ve implemented several important fixes and reached a significant milestone for Section Gamma. Steam Deck VerifiedFirst and foremost: We have received the green checkmark and are now officially Steam Deck Verified. Section Gamma is now optimized for the handheld experience. Patch Notes 0.30.7Construction Sites: These now correctly transform into active buildings immediately after the construction phase. Previously, the game processed existing conflicts first, which was causing confusion. Movement Animations: Fixed an issue where units would occasionally move unnaturally across the battlefield. Building Prerequisites: Buildings requiring a Power Plant now recognize and accept Power Plants from all factions. Defense Cannon: Corrected the firing animation. Fog of War: The fog now darkens correctly again when no friendly units are in the vicinit…
- Update 0.30.3: AI Optimizations and Bug Fixes - 15 March 2026
Hello Commander, We have been working directly on the known issues from Update 0.30 over the past few days and are deploying a small hotfix today to further improve the overall game flow. Patch Notes: Fog of War fixed: The Fog of War now activates reliably at the start of the game. Faster AI: Calculation routines have been optimized. The AI now has significantly fewer and shorter thinking pauses, noticeably reducing wait times between turns. General Polishing: Additional minor bug fixes in the background. Good luck on the battlefield!
- Major Update 0.30: Visual Overhaul and Massive Improvements! - 7 March 2026
Hello Commander, Update 0.30 for Section Gamma is out now! We have closely analyzed your feedback over the past months and worked hard to take the game to the next level in every aspect. This update not only brings vastly improved visuals and deeper strategic mechanics but also numerous quality-of-life changes for a smoother gameplay experience. Here are the full patch notes for Update 0.30: Visuals & ImmersionMassive Visual Overhaul: New, more detailed environments alongside improved models for units and buildings make the world of Section Gamma feel more alive. Dynamic Obstacles: Obstacles on the battlefield are now generated dynamically, blending into the environment much more naturally for an immersive experience. Battlefield Clarity: Deactivated buildings are now much easier to recognize at a glance. Gameplay & TacticsNew Power Management: Power plants are now essential to keep you…
- Update Incoming – Mar 7 - 1 March 2026
Hello Commander, The time has come! Our biggest update for Section Gamma yet is almost ready and will be released on Saturday, March 7, 2026. We have taken all your feedback seriously and have fundamentally improved, optimized, and expanded the game. Thank you very much for that! We’re incredibly excited for the release!
- Major update ahead – 2026 will be exciting! - 9 November 2025
Hello Commander, As some of you already know, we’ve been working on a major update for Section Gamma for quite some time now. Originally, we planned to release it much sooner – but as often happens with big projects, the scope kept growing and growing. We kindly ask for a bit more patience. Right now, it looks like we’ll be ready to release the update early next year. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming: ✅ Massive graphics update – with more detailed environments and upgraded visual assets. ✅ Gameplay improvements – including a new energy management system and construction sites as a new gameplay element. ✅ Performance optimizations – for a smoother and more stable experience. ✅ And much, much more... We can’t wait to show you more soon – and we promise, it’ll be worth the wait. Stay tuned, Commander! Your Section Gamma Team
- Update 0.23.7 is here – Major Performance Boost - 20 July 2025
Hello Commander, Today we’ve released version 0.23.7 – bringing some key improvements: ✅ Bugfix: A bug that sneaked in during the Indie Game Fest has been fixed. The AI was occasionally confused – this should now be resolved. ✅ Performance boost: We implemented a major performance update. On some systems, we’re seeing up to double the FPS! ✅ Improved camera: The camera now moves much more fluidly across the battlefield – no more stutters or jerky movements. We’re still hard at work on the upcoming graphics update. The feedback at the Indie Game Fest was amazing – thank you! We estimate it’ll take one or two more months until it’s ready. Thanks for playing – see you in the next update! Your Section Gamma Team
- Thank You for an Amazing Indie Game Fest 2025! - 13 July 2025
Hello, Commander, We want to send a heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited us at the Indie Game Fest in Cologne! We were truly overwhelmed by the amazing interest in Section Gamma — our two play stations were in constant use without a break. Over 40 times, we proudly awarded the "World's Best Commander" title at our booth — and you definitely earned it! Even more importantly, we received loads of fantastic ideas, feedback, and suggestions for future improvements and new content. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts — we’ll work hard to bring as many of your ideas as possible into upcoming updates. A big thank you also to the Indie Hub team for organizing such a great event. And of course, a huge thank you to all our Section Gamma helpers who supported us at the booth, explained the game, and made it all possible — we couldn’t have done it without you! It was two incredible d…
- We’re heading to Indie Game Fest 2025 in Cologne! - 6 July 2025
Hello, Commander, As mentioned in our last news post, we’ll be joining the Indie Game Fest in Cologne on July 11–12, 2025 with Section Gamma! Stop by to play the game live, meet us — the developers — and chat about strategy, tactics, and what’s coming next for Section Gamma. And who knows, we might have a few surprises waiting for you! You’ll find all details about the event here: 👉 https://indiegamefest.de We’re looking forward to two awesome days with you! See you in Cologne, Commander!
- Update 0.23.5 & exciting announcements! - 13 June 2025
Hello, Commander, Today we’ve released version 0.23.5, fixing a bug that could occasionally display incorrect buttons when starting the tutorial, preventing the game from continuing properly. Huge thanks to everyone who reported this issue! And we’ve got some great news for you: 🎮 Meet us at Indie Game Fest in Cologne! On July 11–12, 2025, we’ll be at the Indie Game Fest in Cologne with Section Gamma! Stop by to play the latest version, chat with the developers, and get a sneak peek at what’s coming next. We’d love to meet you in person, hear your thoughts, and talk about strategy games and development stories. ✨ Major Graphics Update in the Works We’re currently working on a massive graphical update for Section Gamma. If everything goes as planned, you might even get a first hands-on with the new look at Indie Game Fest. So if you’re around, don’t miss the chance to check it out and s…
- Update 0.23.4: New Activity Log & Bug Fixes! - 25 May 2025
Hello, Commander, Version 0.23.4 is here with a brand-new feature based on community feedback: ✅ Activity Log: From now on, all important activities and battles are clearly listed in a new log. You can click on any entry to jump straight to the related action — making it much easier to keep track of what’s happening on the battlefield. ✅ Additional Bug Fixes: We’ve also addressed a few minor bugs and polished the overall experience. Thanks again for your feedback — good luck out there, Commander!
- Section Gamma at the Steam Wargame Fest! - 28 April 2025
Section Gamma is part of the Steam Wargame Fest from April 28 to May 5, 2025! Get 10% off the Psi Elite Club Membership (DLC) during the event. Join the tactical action and lead your faction to victory!
- Patch 0.23.3 - 27 April 2025
Hello, Commander, We’ve released a small update for Section Gamma addressing a few bugs: ✅ AI bug fixed: In certain situations, AI units inside bunkers were firing on themselves. ✅ Window positions saved: Moved windows will now stay in place and no longer reset. ✅ Event management issue fixed: Rare errors in the AI’s event system caused illogical moves — this has been corrected. Thanks for your feedback — and see you on the battlefield, Commander!
- Mac Version in Beta Branch & Patch 0.23.2 - 18 April 2025
Hello, Commander, We've released a new update for Section Gamma, bringing exciting new features and important fixes! ✅ Mac version now available in the Beta branch: You can now play Section Gamma on macOS! To access it, go to your Steam Library, open the game’s Properties, select the “Betas” tab, and opt into the beta branch. Steam will then download the latest Mac-compatible version. Note: Older Intel Macs are not supported. If you encounter any issues, feel free to reach out! ✅ Fix for unit upgrade timing: A timing bug caused unit upgrades to not appear immediately – this has been fixed. We've also improved the descriptions of upgraded units. ✅ Improved AI behavior: AI players now actively consider defense towers if they are still able to attack – not just during existing conflicts. ✅ Additional tweaks: Some icons have been refined, and various smaller bugs have been fixed. The update…
- Patch 0.23.1 - 30 March 2025
Hello, Commander, A new update for Section Gamma is here! This time, we focused on refining conflict and defense mechanics, fixing bugs, and ensuring consistency. Here are the key changes: ✅ Reworked conflict and defense handling: Fixed inconsistencies – defense behavior is now aligned with existing conflicts. Conquering a bunker now triggers a defensive action. ✅ Improved stage UI: The UI behavior has been revised and is now much more robust against errors. ✅ Additional fixes & improvements: Various minor bug fixes and text adjustments. The update is now live – thanks for your feedback and support! See you on the battlefield, Commander! Your Section Gamma Team
- Hotfix: Building Capture in Mission 2 Fixed - 16 March 2025
In Mission 2, infantry and hackers were unable to capture buildings – this issue has now been fixed. Thank you for reporting the bug and for your feedback!
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