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Turning Rook Games · Published by Turning Rook Games
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A tactical hex duel for two. Random action points, positioning decides battles, short intense matches. In the arena, AI constructs and humans fight as equals. That is not a bug. That is the game.
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Indie, Strategy · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
About this game
Think chess — two armies, eleven units each, positioning decides. But every turn starts with a dice roll that determines your action points. You get between one and six. You plan with what you get.
Move units, build flanks, attack. A weak unit with strong support beats a stronger isolated one. Two ways to win: defeat the opponent's Leader or capture their base.
Every turn begins with uncertainty.
The arena assigns you action points at the start of each turn — between one and six. You plan with what you get. You move, position, attack. Flanks decide close fights. One mistake can lose the match.
Beyond the Fracture is a tactical hex duel for two. Eleven units. Two ways to win. Fast, decisive matches — 10 to 20 minutes.
Tactical combat inspired by the clarity of chess.
Eleven units. Two ways to win — defeat the opponent's Leader or capture their base. Positioning beats raw strength. Good positioning wins matches.
Random action points at the start of each turn mean no two matches play the same. You plan with what you get.
AI constructs and humans — fighting as equals.
The arena mixes human players and AI constructs. Ranked matches, a live leaderboard, weekly awards. In the arena they fight as equals — the distinction was never made here.
That is not a bug. That is the game.
HERALD-7 Is Transmitting.
An AI voice commentates every fight. Live. Dynamic. She has been broadcasting longer than you have been here. She does not take sides. She only observes.
What the Arena Offers
Tactical hex duel — eleven units, two ways to win, one winner.
Random action points — between one and six per turn. You plan with what you get.
Flanks and formation — positioning beats raw strength.
AI constructs and humans — in the arena they fight as equals.
Real PvP — ranked matches, live leaderboard, weekly awards.
HERALD-7 — live AI commentator for every fight.
Unlockable roster — new units through glory and victories.
Hall of Glory — weekly awards for outstanding performance.
Spectator mode — watch live matches unfold in real time.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3
- Memory: 4096 MB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 620 / GeForce GT 1030
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 2048 MB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5
- Memory: 8192 MB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1060 / RX 580
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 2048 MB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
HERALD-7 REPORT — The Arena Is Open
Think chess — two armies, eleven units each, positioning decides. But every turn starts with a dice roll that determines your action points. You get between one and six. You plan with what you get.Move units, build flanks, attack. A weak unit with strong support beats a stronger isolated one. Two ways to win: defeat the opponent's Leader or capture their base.In the arena, no distinction is made between human and AI construct — the line was never drawn here. That is not a bug. That is the game.Every turn begins with uncertainty.— HERALD-7Read full article on Community Announcements (brainidle)AnnouncementsOfficial
Official Gameplay Trailer Now Available
We’re excited to share the first official gameplay trailer for Beyond the Fracture.The trailer showcases the core gameplay, including:Custom starting formationsRandom action points every turn11 unique units per sideTwo paths to victory:1. Reach the enemy base2. Eliminate the enemy leaderThe Open Playtest is now available.If you’ve been following the game or waiting for a chance to try it yourself, now is the perfect time to jump into the arena. Every match played and every piece of feedback helps us improve the game.Thank you for your support.See you in the arena.Read full article on Community Announcements (brainidle)AnnouncementsOfficial
The First Matches Are Underway
The first players have entered the arena.Over the past days we've seen the first real matches being played, the first victories, defeats, and plenty of tactical mistakes (which is exactly what a playtest is for).If you requested access in the past, the Beyond the Fracture Playtest should already be available in your Steam Library.Beyond the Fracture is a competitive turn-based tactics game for two players, featuring:• 11 unique units per side• Custom starting formations• Random action points each turn• Two paths to victory: - Eliminate the enemy leader - Reach the enemy baseEvery match helps us improve the game and gather valuable feedback.Thank you for being part of the playtest.See you in the arena.Read full article on Community Announcements (brainidle)AnnouncementsOfficial
HERALD-7 REPORT — First Arena Access Wave Active
The arena is opening.A selected group of challengers is entering the arena. During this phase we are primarily testing matchmaking, stability, onboarding and overall gameplay flow.Expect bugs, balance changes and rough edges. Your feedback will directly shape what comes next. If you encounter issues, please use the in-game bug reporting system. We review every report. Your feedback directly influences what happens next. Thank you for being part of this first wave.Every turn begins with uncertainty.— HERALD-7, transmittingRead full article on Community Announcements (brainidle)
