- Dandy Ace is a roguelike game where players control a magician trapped in a cursed mirror, navigating procedurally generated levels with customizable magical abilities.
Cinder Interactive has released the Early Access version of TimeSplitters Rewind, which is an anthology of the original TimeSplitters trilogy. The game features 28 maps, 50 arcade leagues, 32 challenges, 91 characters, 41 weapons, and 20 arcade game modes. It supports up to ten players in online matches and includes both online and offline story modes, with a new Team Elimination mode. Development took over a decade. The minimum system requirements are an Intel Atom C2750, 8GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760.
Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, developed by Relevo, is a tribute to the smash-em-up genre of the 1980s and 1990s, featuring a variety of game modes including classic arcade, story mode, versus, and boss rush. Players can choose from four characters: Art the Clown, the Little Pale Girl, Victoria Heyes, and Burke the orderly, each with unique abilities. The gameplay includes side-scrolling action, power-ups, and environmental interactions, with a structure of enemy tiers leading to challenging bosses. The soundtrack is created by Cody Carpenter, and the game includes visual effects reminiscent of retro gaming. It is available on Steam, PS5, and Nintendo Switch, with a standard edition priced at .99 and a limited edition at .99, which includes additional items.
The puzzle strategy roguelite game, Blue Prince, launched in April, features a non-linear structure and a rich narrative that players explore collectively. Despite spending extensive time on the game, many players feel the story remains incomplete. Developer Ros acknowledged the game's mysteries, including a missing cat and a non-functional arcade cabinet, both of which are set to be included in an upcoming update, although the release date is not yet known.
The Outer Worlds 2 features a variety of unconventional gear, including a gun that fires corrosive tumors for health restoration, a hammer with a slot machine that dispenses jackpots, and a cowboy hat that provides a 99% damage boost if the wearer avoids shooting for six seconds. The A New Point of View Mk 2 helmet, which transforms the game’s visual style into a pixelated aesthetic, can be acquired by completing the Paradise Island quest and then collecting 25 Tossball/Pitchball cards from Fionna F. Walker at The 2nd Choice saloon. The helmet costs 6,300 bits and offers a revival option for 2,000 bits, granting temporary 50% damage resistance.
Brazilian developer Hermit Crab Game Studio, in collaboration with Ubisoft, is developing a multi-sport arcade game titled Sportia for various consoles and PC via Steam. The game features a diverse cast of characters with unique skills, allowing players to assemble teams for competition. Key features include multiple sports such as football, rugby, tennis, parkour, and rock climbing; unique athletes with special powers; competitive online leagues; dynamic events; and fast-paced arcade-style gameplay. The release date has not yet been announced.
PC gaming is a significant part of the video game industry, with both digital and physical releases appealing to gamers and collectors.
- Dark Souls III (Prestige Edition): Released in 2016, this edition includes an art book, a metal case, and a 40cm Lord of Cinder figure. Loose versions can sell for around , while complete editions can exceed ,000.
- Garage Bad Dream Adventure: A point-and-click horror game released in 1999 with only 3,000 copies produced. Complete copies are valued between ,500 and over ,200.
- Rockford: An arcade game from 1988 adapted for home computers. Loose copies are valued over ,000, while complete-in-box versions can reach upwards of ,500, and sometimes exceed ,000 at auction.
- Wolfenstein 3D: Released in 1992, this first-person shooter has loose copies valued around 0 and complete editions averaging around ,200, often fetching higher at auction.
- Nora Princess And Stray Cat Heart: A 2016 adult visual novel with limited physical release. Loose versions exceed ,000, and complete-in-box editions can reach prices as high as ,000 at auctions.
Physical releases in PC gaming are increasingly rare and valuable, often requiring significant financial investment to acquire.
Quake has been officially recognized as one of the four inductees into the World Videogame Hall of Fame for 2025. It is a pioneering first-person shooter that introduced mouse controls and real-time 3D graphics, and its extensive mod support contributed to its longevity. Quake's server-client architecture laid the foundation for online gaming and esports. The game's legacy code has influenced many franchises, including Heretic, Hexen, Doom, and Call of Duty. John Romero, co-creator of Quake, expressed his delight at the induction. The 2025 inductees also include Defender, GoldenEye 007, and Tamagotchi.
In April 2025, over 100 games launched, with notable titles including Blue Prince and Clair Obscur, the latter receiving significant attention. Clair Obscur was released on April 22nd and has a 94% rating from 39 reviews. Maliki: Poison Of The Past, inspired by a French comic, was released on April 20th. Mythical Concept Starnaut, a narrative-driven game, was released on April 28th with a 97% rating from 45 reviews. Bionic Bay, a stylish platformer, was released on April 17th and has a 90% rating from 264 reviews. Asura The Striker, released on April 23rd, has a 93% rating from 49 reviews. Traveler's Refrain, an action RPG, was released on April 11th with a 92% rating from 26 reviews. Voidborn, a low-fi shooter, was released on April 7th with a 90% rating from 262 reviews. I, Robot, a reimagining of an arcade classic, was released on April 17th and has a 95% rating from 20 reviews. Lab Rat, a dystopian comedy, was released on April 15th with a 97% rating from 188 reviews. Peppered: An Existential Platformer, released on April 7th, has a 95% rating from 266 reviews. Repose, a workplace horror game, was released on April 14th and has a 90% rating from 74 reviews.
Roblox was the most popular game in 2024 with 205 million downloads. Block Blast was the most popular game on iOS, while Subway Surfers was most popular on Google Play. Block Blast was the most popular game in the US and UK in 2024. Ludo King remained the most popular game in India.
