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April 18, 2026

Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free

Steam is offering four free PC games for a limited time, with the following details: 1. Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager - Free until April 23, 2021 release, 76% approval rating from 1,584 reviews, playable on Steam Deck. 2. Uncanny Tales: Cold Road - Free until April 20, 2025 release, 62% approval rating from over 100 reviews. 3. Stickman: Killing Zombie - Free until April 19, 2024 release, 92% approval rating, limited reviews. 4. NineHells - Free until April 20, 2024 release, no user review score available. Only one game, Legend of Keepers, is confirmed as playable on Steam Deck, while the compatibility of the others is unknown.
PC gaming is growing, but it isn't because of Dota 2 and Fortnite
AppWizard
April 17, 2026

PC gaming is growing, but it isn’t because of Dota 2 and Fortnite

The gaming industry is undergoing significant transformation, with a notable shift in revenue dynamics. According to Newzoo's 2026 report, PC gaming is expected to surpass console gaming by 2028, driven by lucrative titles like League of Legends and World of Warcraft. In 2025, 56% of PC gaming revenue will come from games outside the top 20, highlighting the growing importance of non-top titles. Total playtime in PC gaming has increased by 14% from 2022 to 2025, with non-top 20 games seeing a 44% rise in engagement. Player preferences are leaning towards RPGs and adventure games, while first-person shooters remain popular on Xbox despite some genre fatigue. The gaming industry is characterized by cyclical trends, indicating that while certain genres may decline temporarily, they are not obsolete.
"Games like Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, and Skyrim" help make PC gaming the only platform where over half of revenue is from "games outside the top 20," report says
AppWizard
April 16, 2026

“Games like Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, and Skyrim” help make PC gaming the only platform where over half of revenue is from “games outside the top 20,” report says

A recent analysis from Newzoo indicates that the PC gaming sector is experiencing a shift, with over 50% of revenue generated from games outside the top 20, projected to reach 56% by 2025 in Western markets, up from 48% in 2022. This trend highlights the growing diversity within the PC gaming market, as players increasingly invest time and money in less mainstream titles, particularly older games. The shift is notably pronounced in Eastern markets.
Revisiting Redfall after its final update reveals the ghost of the game it wanted to be
AppWizard
April 11, 2026

Revisiting Redfall after its final update reveals the ghost of the game it wanted to be

Redfall, developed by Arkane Austin, was released in May 2023 and faced criticism for its open world, AI, and shooting mechanics. Following its launch, Arkane attempted to address these issues but was ultimately closed by Microsoft a year later. Before its closure, the studio released patch 1.4, which introduced a Community Standing system that allows players to enhance their skills through community tasks. This patch aimed to improve gameplay by encouraging exploration and interaction with the environment, offering rewards like fortified safehouse defenses and new abilities. Despite these improvements, core issues such as unsatisfactory combat and shallow NPC interactions persisted, limiting the game's narrative depth and player engagement.
Get Assassin's Creed Valhalla and 7 other games for under $2 each in the latest Humble Choice line-up
AppWizard
April 9, 2026

Get Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and 7 other games for under $2 each in the latest Humble Choice line-up

Humble Choice's April lineup features eight games available for under , including the standout title Assassin's Creed Valhalla. The game allows players to experience a Viking saga as Eivor, engaging in raids and exploring an expansive open world set in Norway and England. Richard Scott-Jones rated Valhalla 8/10, calling it potentially the best Assassin's Creed game. Humble Choice operates as a monthly subscription service, allowing subscribers to keep the games indefinitely, and offers discounts on products in the Humble Store. The April selection includes the following titles: - Assassin's Creed Valhalla - Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion - The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria - Until Then - Planet of Lana - Artisan TD - The Procession to Calvary - Buddy Simulator 1984 This lineup is available until May 5 and refreshes on the first Tuesday of each month.
After a recent patch, Death Stranding 2 is great on Steam Deck
AppWizard
April 8, 2026

After a recent patch, Death Stranding 2 is great on Steam Deck

Upon the release of Death Stranding 2 for PC, players experienced significant performance issues on the Steam Deck, with framerates fluctuating between the teens and mid-20s and long hitches occurring. This contrasted with the smoother performance of Death Stranding: Director's Cut on the same device. The game was originally designed as a PS5 exclusive, which may explain the performance struggles on the aging hardware of the Steam Deck.
CachyOS is dethroning Windows at the one thing it owned for decades
Winsage
April 8, 2026

CachyOS is dethroning Windows at the one thing it owned for decades

Windows has historically been the dominant operating system for PC gaming, with Linux being less appealing due to a lack of developer support and compatibility issues. The introduction of Valve's Proton in 2018 transformed the Linux gaming experience by allowing Windows games to run on Linux without requiring developers to create separate versions. CachyOS, a Linux distribution, has emerged as a strong competitor to Windows 11, often outperforming it in gaming performance due to its specialized schedulers. However, certain games with specific anti-cheat mechanisms remain inaccessible on Linux, keeping Windows as the preferred choice for many popular titles. Despite this, the growing popularity of Linux distributions like CachyOS may lead to increased demand for Linux-compatible games and potential solutions for anti-cheat issues in the future.
If you think Steam's 90% discount on Resident Evil 3 is good, Fanatical's just beaten it
AppWizard
April 5, 2026

If you think Steam’s 90% discount on Resident Evil 3 is good, Fanatical’s just beaten it

The Resident Evil 3 remake from 2020 is often overlooked compared to the remakes of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4, despite its gripping narrative and gameplay. The game features S.T.A.R.S. officer Jill Valentine and mercenary Carlos Oliveira as they confront the bioweapon Nemesis in Raccoon City. Players battle infected zombies and navigate engaging puzzles from a third-person perspective, moving away from older tank controls. The remake received a mixed review, scoring 7/10, with critiques about its identity between horror and action. Currently, Fanatical offers the game for .60 / £3.15, which is slightly cheaper than the ongoing Steam sale at 90% off.
A new Crimson Desert patch adds the only RPG feature that matters: A hide helmet button
AppWizard
April 4, 2026

A new Crimson Desert patch adds the only RPG feature that matters: A hide helmet button

Crimson Desert has introduced an update that allows players to hide their helmets, offering customization options in the settings menu. Players can choose to make their headgear visible during cutscenes, throughout the game, only in combat, or not at all. The update also includes a new whimsical armor set and helmet for cats, improved movement controls with a "classic" option, and has been positively received, with PC Gamer awarding it a score of 80.
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