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AppWizard

May 29, 2025

Once an arcade company, Capcom now sells most of its games on PC

Capcom has experienced a significant increase in PC game sales, surpassing console sales for the first time, with PC games accounting for 54% of total sales. In the last fiscal year, Capcom sold over 51 million software units, a 13% increase from the previous year, with 28 million being digital PC games and 18 million digital console games. Monster Hunter Wilds sold over 10 million units shortly after its release, while Monster Hunter World has lifetime sales of over 21 million, making it Capcom's most successful title. The Resident Evil 4 remake has surpassed 10 million in sales. Capcom plans to leverage its back catalog for growth, with recent releases including Onimusha 2 and the Capcom Fighting Collection 2, and Street Fighter 6 set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2. Despite the growth in PC sales, Capcom expects console revenue to remain slightly higher through 2027, with mobile revenue projected to outpace both PC and console earnings in the future.

AppWizard

May 26, 2025

Pick up the Left 4 Dead games for cheaper than a pack of gum in the new Steam sale that’s all about zombies, and also vampires

The Zombies vs. Vampires Fest on Steam is currently running through June 2 and features a variety of games centered around zombies and vampires. Notable titles include The Last of Us, Dying Light 2, Telltale's The Walking Dead, Left 4 Dead 2, Killing Floor 2, V Rising, Evil West, and Vampire Survivors. Left 4 Dead is available for one dollar. The sale ends on June 2 at 10 am PT.

BetaBeacon

April 11, 2025

This 16-Bit Spider-Man Game For The SNES / Genesis Just Got A New Fan Reimagining For PC & Android

A fan reimagining of the classic beat 'em up game Spiderman and Venom: Maximum Carnage has been released for PC and Android devices by Brazilian developer Zvitor. The game includes multiplayer mode, 19 playable characters from the start, and an additional 12 unlockable characters. New features include changes to enemies, new street enemies, and a boss battle against the Sinister Six.

AppWizard

April 10, 2025

New Epic Games Store Free Games Save PC Users $150

This week, the Epic Games Store is offering three free games for PC gamers, including River City Girls, a 2019 title developed by Arc System Works and WayForward, which is considered one of the best free offerings from the store in 2025. River City Girls features solo or local co-op gameplay, where players control the protagonists' girlfriends, Kyoko and Misako, as they seek revenge after their partners are captured. The game is noted for its vibrant 16-bit aesthetics and engaging soundtrack. Additionally, this week's offerings include Arcadegeddon and a bonus of 5,000 in-game Arcoins, while players logging into Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms through the Epic Games Store can receive a free bonus pack valued at . The total value of this week's free games is .

AppWizard

November 5, 2024

The Big Indie Interviews: Chorrus Games on their award-winning fantasy adventure game Radiant: Guardians Of Light

The Very Big Indie Pitch is a speed-dating style pitching event for indie developers held at Pocket Gamer Connects and other gaming events worldwide, where participants present their games to judges in five minutes. Chorrus Games, an indie studio from Madrid, Spain, developed the game Radiant: Guardians of Light, which won third place at the recent competition in Helsinki. The game blends 80s Beat 'Em Up gameplay with RPG elements, featuring fast-paced combat, a rich narrative, and a crafting system. The team, consisting of Oscar Ruiz and Roberto Martinez, focused on creating an engaging experience inspired by classic games while incorporating modern storytelling. They initially developed Radiant for PC but are exploring console opportunities. The pitching experience helped them refine their game and connect with industry professionals. The team aims to expand the Radiant universe through new titles and adaptations in various media.

BetaBeacon

November 4, 2024

Top 25 best action games for Android phones and tablets

Black Paradox is a modern experience with retro graphics and 2D shmup mechanics, featuring roguelike elements and various weapon types.

AppWizard

August 28, 2024

New retro PC gaming launches: A playable Tetris documentary, over a dozen Capcom fighting games, and more

In recent weeks, several developer showcases have revealed classic titles set for release in 2024 and 2025, including games that have not been available for PC players for nearly two decades or have never been localized in English. Capcom has announced numerous ports, including the Capcom Fighting Collection 2, which features Capcom vs. SNK titles and the Power Stone series, launching next year on Steam and modern consoles. The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics will be available on September 12, and a bundle of two Ace Attorney series games will launch on September 6, with a demo currently accessible. Microsoft will release Age of Mythology: Retold on September 4, with the premium edition available immediately. The original Resident Evil 2 has been released on GOG, with plans to re-release the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 3. Konami has announced a bundle of three Castlevania games for Steam and plans to remaster the first two Suikoden RPG entries, set for March 6. Digital Eclipse will release Tetris Forever, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Tetris, later this year on Steam and GOG. Pre-orders for the remake of Dragon Quest III are available, with a launch date of November 14, and plans to remake the first two entries in the series next year.

AppWizard

July 15, 2024

Double Dragon Revive promises a refresh of the venerable beat ’em up in 2025

A new game in the Double Dragon series called Double Dragon Revive is set to be released next year. The game will feature a modern look with 3D models and will revisit some of the locations and enemies from the original games in the series. The developers aim to maintain the simple and intuitive gameplay of the original games while updating the controls and balance for the modern era.

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