action gameplay Archives

AppWizard

January 2, 2026

Utawarerumono: ZAN Game Review

The Utawarerumono series shifted towards action gameplay with the release of Utawarerumono Zan in 2018, which has now been reintroduced to the American PC market after a six-year hiatus. The game adapts the narrative from the sequel, Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception, featuring a different cast and focusing on Haku, who becomes involved in a nationwide conspiracy. The storytelling is criticized for being heavily truncated, leading to a disjointed structure. Combat mechanics are engaging, allowing players to assemble teams with unique abilities, though the absence of a comprehensive movelist complicates learning. Missions are relatively simple, and the upgrade system uses a gacha-style mechanic for character enhancements. The visual presentation captures AQUAPLUS's art style effectively, and the soundtrack offers a rich array of music.

AppWizard

September 1, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (September 1, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, creating a diverse gaming landscape. A curated selection of the best PC games includes: - Caput Mortum - Release Date: August 28 - Developer: WildArts Games - Features: Survival horror and first-person dungeon crawler elements, three control modes (default, King's Field, modern). - Quartet - Release Date: August 27 - Developers: Something Classic Games LLC - Features: Traditional JRPG style, 25-hour gameplay, steampunk aesthetics, spiritual successor to Shadows of Adam. - Fear Effect - Release Date: August 30 - Developer: Implicit Conversions - Features: Original PlayStation 2 game from 2000, cel-shaded action gameplay. - Quarion - Release Date: August 29 - Developer: Zejoant - Features: 2-4 hour pixel art metroidvania experience, inspired by VVVVV.

AppWizard

July 8, 2025

Video Game Review | ‘Stellar Blade’ Comes to PC

Stellar Blade, originally a PlayStation 5 exclusive, has been released as a PC port. The game's narrative follows Eve, the last member of the 7th Airborne Squad, as she navigates a post-apocalyptic Earth to confront the Elder Naytiba. The combat system features heavy-hitting combos and a satisfying parry mechanic, with impressive animations. The game was tested on an RTX 4070 Super with 32 GB of RAM at maximum settings, running smoothly at 60 frames per second with minor audio glitches and occasional lag. Critics have compared it to Nier Automata, describing it as a budget version, but the combat mechanics are considered superior. Stellar Blade is available on Steam, the Epic Store, and the PlayStation Store.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

Here Are The Imminent ‘Stellar Blade’ PC Release Times In Your Region

Stellar Blade is transitioning from PlayStation exclusivity to launch on PC, scheduled for June 11-12, 2025, with specific release times for various locations. The game initially released on PS5 on April 26, 2024, and has sold over a million units in its first month. It features updates that enhance gameplay and introduce new costumes for the protagonist, Eve, who has sparked discussions about female representation in gaming. The game draws inspiration from titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, offering a robust single-player campaign and a New Game Plus mode.

AppWizard

June 10, 2025

Every game, trailer, and announcement in the PC Gaming Show 2025

The PC Gaming Show 2025 featured a variety of game trailers, announcements, and interviews. Key highlights include: - Ambrosia Sky: A narrative-driven game with stunning visuals. - Far Far West: An immersive world filled with adventure. - Dungeons & Dragons Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition: An enhanced version of the classic RPG. - Fresh Tracks: A rhythm game with combat and heavy metal music, featuring voice work from Peter Stormare. - Terminull Brigade: An action roguelike with contrasting aesthetic styles. - Ratatan: A roguelike rhythm game with online co-op for up to four players. - Moomintroll: A whimsical game based on its source material. - Necesse: A procedurally generated world supporting hundreds of players. - Den of Wolves: A four-player co-op heist FPS set in a techno-thriller future. - All Systems Dance: A rhythm and strategy game about toppling a tech billionaire, entering early access in August. - Spooky Express: A puzzle game set in a Halloween-themed amusement park. - The Rogue Prince of Persia: A fast-paced action game returning with a new trailer. - Enginefall: A survival and crafting game set on trains, releasing in 2026. - EVE Frontier: A hardcore space survival MMO with a Founders Access program. - SkyRig: A game promising an engaging experience in a unique setting. - Kaizen: A Factory Story: A factory management puzzle game with a demo available soon. - Dawn Apart: A space colonization and factory simulation game arriving on Steam later this year. - Modulus: A factory simulation game with intricate mechanics. - Generation Exile: A game about rebuilding society on a generation ship. - The Alters: A sci-fi survival game from the developers of Frostpunk. - Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults: A fantasy RPG with magic and combat specialists. - Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault: A game combining store management with action. - Barotrauma: Home and Harbor: An expansion of underwater survival mechanics. - No, I'm Not a Human: A game where players navigate a world that only allows humans. - Botsu: A playful sports game with ragdoll physics. - No More Room in Hell 2: Updates and new content promised for summer. - Farever: A game with unique gameplay mechanics. - Mandrake: A fresh take on familiar genres. - Pizza Bandit: A quirky third-person shooter combining pizza cooking and alien shooting. - Demonschool: A game with an engaging narrative. - The Last Caretaker: A survival shooter with a unique aesthetic. - Railborn: A game developing intriguing gameplay elements. - Voyagers of Nera: A vibrant world exploration game. - ICARUS: Great Hunts: A DLC expanding the PvE survival experience. - Garbage Country: A tower defense game in a post-apocalyptic setting. - DarkSwitch: A fast-paced action game. - Spirit X Strike: A game with a dynamic combo system. - Worship: Players act as a cult leader. - Stars of Icarus: Building anticipation among fans. - 007 First Light: Behind-the-scenes look at the new game from IO Interactive. - goblinAmerica: A psychedelic FPS experience. - EverSiege: Untold Ages: Continuing to develop unique gameplay mechanics. - PIGFACE: A gritty assassination sandbox FPS. - TerraTech Legion: Expanding its universe with new features. - Paralives: Showcasing life simulation features. - Lost Rift: A survival and extraction shooter. - Hell Clock: A dark action RPG. - Militsioner: An immersive sim under constant surveillance. - Arcane Eats: A cooking simulation with deckbuilding. - Guntouchables: A co-op roguelike emphasizing action. - Ultrakill: Showcasing impressive level design. - Stario Haven Tower: A city-building game in the sky. - Dispatch: Managing a team of former supervillains. - Wheel World: An open world exploration game. - FBC Firebreak: A cooperative shooter set in the Oldest House. - Anno 117: Pax Romana: Launching on November 17, allowing city management. - Baby Steps: A unique twist on the power fantasy. - Warhammer 40K: Darktide: New class addition. - Endless Legend 2: Early access on August 7, 2025. - Berserk or Die: A chaotic retro-style battlefield game. - Mycopunk: A co-op FPS with humorous gameplay. - Blippo+: Navigating an alien TV network. - Morbid Metal: Controlling multiple characters simultaneously. - Love Eternal: A psychological horror experience. - Bus Bound: Cozy gameplay mechanics. - Atmosfar: Early access in 2026 for a serene survival experience. - Void/Breaker: Engaging gameplay with destructible environments. - Grave Seasons: Unique gameplay mechanics. - Eyes of Hellfire: Dark themes and engaging narrative. - Deadwire: Fast-paced action with a top-down perspective. - Dinkum: Life simulation and exploration. - Abyssus: A cooperative FPS adventure releasing on August 12. - Ascendant: Chaotic multiplayer shooting experiences. - Mewgenics: An endless cat breeding RPG releasing on February 10, 2026. - Dead Reset: Developing intriguing gameplay mechanics. - Bernband: Showcasing unique gameplay elements. - Wanderburg: A captivating world to explore. - Void Martyrs: A grimdark narrative. - CloverPit: Combining slot machine mechanics with action gameplay. - Eclipsium: Haunting visuals and atmosphere. - Trash Goblin: Transitioned to a full story campaign. - Whiskerwood: A whimsical city-building experience. - Outbound: A cozy camper van simulation. - Capy Castaway: An exploration adventure aiming for release in 2026.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Shueisha Games and SAYIL GAMES announce sci‑fi boss‑rush action game BAKUDO for PC

Publisher Shueisha Games, in collaboration with developer SAYIL GAMES, has announced BAKUDO, a science-fiction boss-rush action game set to launch on PC via Steam, with the release date yet to be revealed. Players assume the role of Yuria at an elite academy focused on mastering BAKUDO, as they seek to uncover the mystery of her missing father while battling formidable opponents. The game features a unique combat system that combines ball-sport mechanics with action gameplay, allowing players to engage in real-time battles against powerful bosses and confront the academy's elite known as the Eight Stars, each with distinct combat styles.

AppWizard

May 2, 2025

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is selling more than twice as fast as other JRPGs on PC, analyst says

Sandfall Interactive's game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has sold one million copies within three days of its release and surpassed 785,000 copies sold on Steam in its first week. It has also sold over 350,000 copies on PlayStation. The game has more than 1.5 million wishlists on Steam. Its success is attributed to quality visuals, a rewarding turn-based combat system, a compelling narrative, and a strategic pricing decision. The game is available on Xbox Game Pass, which has positively impacted its sales through increased visibility and word-of-mouth promotion. Expedition 33 has outperformed recent titles in the Japanese RPG genre, including Atlus's Metaphor Re:Fantazio, and has even surpassed Oblivion on Steam's global sales charts.

AppWizard

February 23, 2025

Hasbro is working with Saber Interactive on a ‘tentpole’ IP using Space Marine 2’s swarm tech

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been successful for Games Workshop and Saber Interactive. Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks announced that Hasbro is collaborating with Saber on a new title based on one of its intellectual properties. Other video game tie-ins in development include a new Dungeons and Dragons game, a GI Joe game, and an Exodus game. The last Transformers game attempt was canceled in January. There is speculation that the new title could be an adaptation of the board game Risk, with a prediction that it may debut on PC in autumn 2029.

BetaBeacon

November 30, 2024

Medabots Survivors announced for iOS, Android

Medabots Survivors is a new addition to the Medabots series, set to be released in February 2025 for iOS and Android users. The game will be free-to-play with optional in-app purchases, allowing players to recruit over 30 different Medabots with unique skills and abilities. The game will feature simple yet engaging controls, new Medabots designed by popular illustrators, and a mix of strategy and action gameplay.

BetaBeacon

November 18, 2024

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad new trailer shown off at G-Star 2024

Developer Netmarble has revealed a trailer for their upcoming Game of Thrones adaptation, titled Kingsroad. The new game offers third-person action gameplay that takes players beyond the Wall into the north. Kit Harrington's Jon Snow makes an appearance in the trailer.