Sunbreak War
Released Feb 2026
A light Rogue strategy game centered on building and defense. Build your territory, recruit soldiers to fend off enemies. 9 maps, 6 weapons (30 talents), 40 monsters, 30 units/buildings. Plan your pace, control soldiers, choose abilities—enjoy command and strategy.
83% positive · 155 reviews
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Active Development
Not yet
Released, but still in active development
Medium confidence
Active Development
Where to buy
Steam $8.99
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Evaluation
Sunbreak War launched on February 27, 2026. In the weeks following launch, Candlelight Studio issued a flurry of bug fix and feature patches throughout early March 2026, addressing balance issues, graphical bugs, and adding quality-of-life improvements such as frame rate controls and cloud save fixes. On April 30, 2026 — roughly two months after launch — the developer shipped a meaningful content update: a new Endless Mode unlocked after completing Normal Mode, accompanied by a paid character skin DLC (破晓战纪-罚罪修女) featuring an appearance customization system. This represents the studio's first major post-launch content drop. The game is still within a few months of its February 2026 launch, the developer has been actively communicating and shipping updates, and there is no statement from Candlelight Studio indicating development is complete. The pattern of active patching and a post-launch major content release suggests the game is still in an ongoing development phase, though no specific future content has been announced.
Evidence
Endless Mode launched as a new core gameplay feature after Normal Mode completion, alongside a new character skin DLC with appearance customization
Official game launch with 30 buildings/units, 6 weapons with 30 talents, 40 monster types, and rogue-like trait system
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Candlelight Studio
Achievements
28
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
When night falls, hordes of undead will invade this land. A young warrior carrying the dragon's legacy follows an ancient oath to confront the encroaching darkness. You are the symbol of hope and light. Your resistance has provoked their wrath, and now they seek to destroy everything you protect.
Build by day, fight by night—defend your home with wit and blade!
By day, you need to construct and upgrade 30 different buildings and units, allocate resources to develop your economy, and deploy soldiers to build an impenetrable defense line.
The game offers 6 unique weapons, each with distinct skills and 30 upgradable talents. Defeating enemies in battle grants Rogue boons, allowing you to freely combine and create your own combat style.
At night, 40 different types of monsters will emerge, launching frenzied attacks. On the final night, the map's ultimate boss will personally descend—prepare for an epic showdown!
9 distinct maps, each with rising difficulty, will test your tactics and decisions. Challenge higher difficulties and unlock more possibilities!
Build by day, fight by night—defend your home with wit and blade!
By day, you need to construct and upgrade 30 different buildings and units, allocate resources to develop your economy, and deploy soldiers to build an impenetrable defense line.
The game offers 6 unique weapons, each with distinct skills and 30 upgradable talents. Defeating enemies in battle grants Rogue boons, allowing you to freely combine and create your own combat style.
At night, 40 different types of monsters will emerge, launching frenzied attacks. On the final night, the map's ultimate boss will personally descend—prepare for an epic showdown!
9 distinct maps, each with rising difficulty, will test your tactics and decisions. Challenge higher difficulties and unlock more possibilities!
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 17, 2026
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