If you’ve been longing for the glory days of old-school RTS warfare—with a modern twist—The Scouring might just be your next obsession. Making a big appearance during TactiCon 2025 (July 17–21), this upcoming action-RTS from indie outfit Orc Group just dropped a fresh gameplay trailer, and it’s channeling some serious Warcraft-meets-SpellForce energy.
Developed by Spintires and MudRunner creator Pavel Zagrebelnyy, The Scouring is headed to Steam Early Access on August 12, and it’s promising more than just nostalgic vibes. It’s aiming to revive classic real-time strategy while giving players powerful tools to shape the game themselves.
What Is The Scouring?
Set in a brutal techno-fantasy world where humans and orcs clash for dominance, The Scouring is a genre-blending RTS that puts players in command of massive armies while also letting them control a central hero. Whether you’re leading devastating spell attacks, launching siege weapons, or micro-managing your base economy, this game blends traditional RTS with modern action-RPG mechanics in slick, satisfying ways.
Why It’s Worth Watching
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Stunning Detail – Dynamic environments, physics-based destruction, and beautifully animated units make every skirmish feel alive.
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Genre-Bending Combat – Take direct control of a powerful hero character while your AI-controlled army carries out your orders.
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Multiplayer Mayhem – Jump into ranked matches, free-for-alls, or squad up with friends in fully customizable multiplayer modes.
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Steam Workshop Support – Build and share your own maps, game modes, and AI scripts. The community is part of the battlefield.
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Built for the Players – The Scouring’s ongoing development is shaped by community feedback and focused on long-term engagement.
Whether you’re a longtime RTS veteran or just looking for a fresh tactical experience, The Scouring is shaping up to be a serious contender in the genre. With the launch trailer now live and a hands-on debut at TactiCon 2025, there’s no better time to start paying attention.
Steam Early Access begins August 12, 2025.
Wishlist it now on Steam—and get ready to conquer!