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December 20, 2025

The 10 best PC games of 2025

PC gaming is experiencing a surge in popularity due to higher frame rates, ultra-wide monitor compatibility, modding capabilities, and robust backward compatibility. Players can upgrade individual components over time, enhancing long-term value. 1. Hades II - Metacritic score: 94; praised for its fast-paced action, character-driven storytelling, and expressive art. 2. Sektori - Metacritic score: 93; a minimalist PC shooter emphasizing precision and featuring twin-stick mechanics. 3. Blue Prince - Metacritic score: 92; combines puzzles and roguelike exploration with a unique structure. 4. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Metacritic score: 91; an RPG with surreal fantasy elements and turn-based combat. 5. Hollow Knight: Silksong - Metacritic score: 90; focuses on agile gameplay and features a vertically expansive world. 6. Split Fiction - Metacritic score: 90; an experimental narrative adventure exploring parallel storylines. 7. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth - Metacritic score: 90; expands the world and character arcs with enhanced PC features. 8. Despelote - Metacritic score: 89; a narrative about soccer and childhood through a reflective lens. 9. The Talos Principle: Reawakened - Metacritic score: 89; refines puzzles and philosophical themes for modern audiences. 10. The Seance of Blake Manor - Metacritic score: 89; a detective horror game focused on atmosphere and environmental storytelling.

AppWizard

December 12, 2025

Everything announced at The Game Awards 2025 — Xbox, gaming handhelds, PC, and more

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won the Game of the Year award at The Game Awards 2025. Decrepit, an indie title from Frame Interactive, is set to launch on PS5 and Steam in 2027. Audiomech, a bullet hell shooter by Dylan Fitterer, will have a free demo available on Steam starting December 12. PRAGMATA, an action-packed sci-fi adventure from CAPCOM, is scheduled for release on April 24, 2026, with preorders open and a demo available on Steam. Solasta 2 will enter Early Access on Steam on March 12, 2026. TankRat, a vehicular action game, is set for a Spring 2026 release on Steam. Bradley the Badger, an action platformer, is available for wishlisting on Steam. Stupid Never Dies, a zombie-themed game, is planned for release in 2026 on Steam and PS5. Casey Hudson is developing a new Star Wars RPG set in the Old Republic era. Larian Studios announced Divinity, a project larger than Baldur's Gate 3. 4:LOOP, a co-op game from Bad Robot, will release on PC and PS5. Ontos, a spiritual successor to SOMA, is slated for a 2026 release on Steam and PS5. South of Midnight, winner of the Games for Impact award, will be available on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2026. Order of the Sinking Star, a puzzle adventure game, is set to launch on Steam in 2026. Exodus, an RPG from Wizards of the Coast, is expected in Early 2027. WARLOCK, a dark fantasy action-adventure game, will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5. Control Resonant, a sequel to Control, will be available in 2026. Gang of Dragon is an upcoming action game from the developers of Yakuza. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will release on May 29, 2026. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is expected in 2027, while a reimagining titled Legacy of Atlantis will launch in 2026. Forest 3 is in development with limited details. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion will launch on April 28, 2026. Hogwarts Legacy is available for free on the Epic Games Store until December 18. No Law, an open-world shooter, is set for release on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5. Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is available for wishlist on Steam. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will launch in 2026. Star Wars: Galactic Racer is scheduled for release in 2026. The Wind Awakening is set for release on December 23 for multiple platforms. Phantom Blade Zero will launch on PC and PS5 on September 9, 2026. Mega Man: Dual Override is set to release in 2027. Highguard, a free-to-play multiplayer FPS, will launch on January 26, 2026.

BetaBeacon

December 11, 2025

Epic is letting you grab this critically acclaimed roguelite for free

The Epic Games Store offers free games every Thursday on Android and PC. Today's free game is Dead Cells, a popular roguelite, Metroidvania-inspired game.

AppWizard

December 3, 2025

Grab this Sekiro-style Metroidvania and six other great Steam Deck games for just $15, saving you over $156

Seven Steam Deck games are available through this month's Humble Choice subscription, including Nine Sols and Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name. The Steam Deck remains the top handheld gaming PC, with seven out of eight titles in the bundle receiving Steam Deck Verified or Playable ratings. The subscription costs .99 / £11.49 per month, providing access to eight games valued at .92 on Steam. The games included are: 1. Nine Sols - Steam Deck Verified 2. Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name - Steam Deck Verified 3. Streets of Rage 4 - Steam Deck Verified 4. Lost Skies - Unsupported 5. Intravenous II - Steam Deck Playable 6. Dungeon Tycoon - Steam Deck Playable 7. Beholder Conductor - Steam Deck Verified 8. Godlike Burger - Steam Deck Verified Lost Skies does not fully support the Steam Deck, but can be played with keyboard and mouse controls.

BetaBeacon

November 12, 2025

A Ratchet and Clank multiplayer game is coming to iOS and Android soon

Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble is a new fast-paced multiplayer arena shooter game coming to iOS and Android, developed by Oh BiBi. It features platforming elements, colorful graphics, various weapons and abilities, and customizable characters. The game is free-to-play with likely microtransactions, and has different game modes including a soccer-style one.

AppWizard

October 21, 2025

The best modern platformer I’ve played is getting a huge 10-year anniversary update, and the devs reckon there’s ‘no way anyone 100%s it’

N++ was released as a PlayStation 4 exclusive in 2015 and expanded to PC in 2016. The game features fluid, momentum-based motion within one-screen levels and has received a review score of 92 out of 100. It offers over 4,000 levels, excluding user-generated content, and an upcoming update, Ten++, will introduce even more levels. The creators at Metanet have expressed their passion for level design, despite experiencing burnout after six years of work on N++. They hinted at future projects while currently offering N++ at a 75% discount on Steam.

AppWizard

September 30, 2025

Watch out, gamers – the Steam Autumn Sale has arrived early, and these 4 discounted games make it dangerously tempting

The Steam Autumn Sale offers significant discounts on popular PC titles, launching two months earlier than usual. Notable games include: - Resident Evil 4 Remake: Priced at .99 / £17.49 / AU.97 with a 50% discount, it has garnered up to 354 hours of gameplay and features extensive mod support for varied playthroughs. - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance: Available for .99 / £19.99 / AU.36, this 2D action platformer offers challenging gameplay and a visually appealing experience on OLED displays. - God of War Ragnarok: Priced at .99 / £39.99 / AU.96, it provides a combined playtime of 158 hours and includes a Valhalla DLC that enhances replayability with a New Game Plus mode. - Cyberpunk 2077: The Ultimate Edition, including the Phantom Liberty DLC, is priced at .62 / £32.18 / AU.90, offering an immersive experience and compatibility with handheld devices like the Steam Deck.

AppWizard

September 27, 2025

Hyper Light studio Heart Machine’s next singleplayer game is launching in November, no early access, just a year and a half after it was announced

Heart Machine has announced that its action platformer, Possessor(s), will be released on November 11. The game was initially announced in June 2024, marking a year and a half of development. It features a narrative inspired by early 2000s anime dubs, a dynamic combat system with juggling, parries, and challenging bosses, along with impressive character and environment art. Possessor(s) will be available on PS5 and PC. A gameplay overview is available on YouTube.

AppWizard

September 4, 2025

Hollow Knight: Silksong Is Now on Xbox Game Pass (You’re Not Dreaming)

Hollow Knight: Silksong is now available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate provides access to a vast library of games across various platforms for a monthly fee. I Am Your Beast is accessible to Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard subscribers. Nine Sols has been newly added to Game Pass Standard. Cataclismo will be available for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers on September 4. PAW Patrol World will return for Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, and Game Pass Standard subscribers on September 10. RoadCraft will be available for Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers on September 16. Several games will be leaving Xbox Game Pass on September 15.

AppWizard

August 18, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (August 18, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, making it easy for hidden gems to be overlooked. Recent notable releases include: - OFF: Released on August 16, developed by Mortis Ghost and Fangamer. This remake of the 2015 RPG features enhanced aesthetics and a new soundtrack by Toby Fox. - The Dark Queen of Mortholme: Released on August 16, developed by Mosu. Players assume the role of the final boss in an action platformer, engaging in battles and narrative choices that affect the outcome. - Ovis Loop: Released on August 15, developed by Lifuel. This early access roguelite platformer features a pixel art style and fluid combat similar to Dead Cells, with a complex skill tree for character evolution. - Abyssus: Released on August 13, developed by DoubleMoose Games. This "roguelite brinepunk" first-person shooter focuses on cooperative gameplay and weapon customization, with players retrieving brine from underwater caves while battling creatures.