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January 1, 2026

20 Best PC Games of 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, the PC gaming landscape has flourished with a diverse array of titles. Notable games include: 1. INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road - A football RPG with a vibrant anime aesthetic and extensive replayability. 2. Dispatch - A humorous superhero adventure featuring a charming cast and an engaging narrative. 3. Hades 2 - A roguelike action-RPG sequel known for its captivating story and unique art style. 4. The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered - An enhanced version of the original game, offering an unforgettable narrative experience. 5. Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter - An action-packed JRPG with compelling characters and intricate combat. 6. Absolum - A roguelike game featuring thrilling combat against the Crimson Order. 7. Clair Obscur Expedition - An award-winning game with a beautifully crafted world and character-driven narratives. 8. Hollow Knight: Silksong - A sequel where players explore an expansive world with fresh combat mechanics. 9. Blue Prince - A puzzle game that challenges players with mental puzzles to secure an inheritance. 10. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - An RPG sequel with a vast map and engaging quests. 11. ARC Raiders - An extraction shooter known for its community-driven experience. 12. Assassin’s Creed Shadows - Set in feudal Japan, featuring unique characters and stunning environments. 13. Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth - An enhanced PC version of the classic narrative with improved gameplay mechanics. 14. Monster Hunter Wilds - An RPG with beautifully designed biomes and thrilling hunts. 15. Lumines Arise - A puzzle game that combines simple mechanics with complex gameplay loops. 16. Battlefield 6 - A visually impressive shooter with refined multiplayer mechanics. 17. The Alters - A creative title allowing players to create alternate versions of themselves. 18. The First Berserker: Khazan - A revenge-driven narrative complemented by stylish combat. 19. Bionic Bay - An atmospheric game that rewards creativity and patience. 20. Jurassic World Evolution 3 - A management game featuring dinosaurs and the return of Jeff Goldblum. The winner of the best PC game in 2025 is Clair Obscur: Expedition, praised for its blend of realism and artistic expression, compelling characters, and immersive soundtrack.

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December 20, 2025

My top 12 handheld games I played in 2025 — Indies and AAA titles I recommend for Steam Deck, Xbox Ally X, Legion Go 2, and more

- Little Kitty, Big City: A whimsical game where players navigate city streets as a cat, runs well on handhelds and is Steam Deck verified. - Amber Isle: A cozy game allowing players to create a dinosaur character and craft, marked as Playable for Steam Deck, though some text is small. - Kingdom of Night: An engaging game with 80s-inspired pixel art and combat, set in Miami, Arizona, Steam Deck verified. - PowerWash Simulator: An addictive game about cleaning surfaces, Steam Deck verified. - The Plucky Squire: A game where players leap from book pages into the real world, runs beautifully on Steam Deck and is Steam Deck verified. - My Little Puppy: A heartfelt game about a dog searching for its owner in the afterlife, Steam Deck verified. - Blue Prince: A roguelike puzzle game set in a mansion, marked as Playable for Steam Deck, though some text can be hard to read. - Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo: An adventure puzzle game featuring a snake assisting souls, Steam Deck verified. - Baldur's Gate 3: Acclaimed as 2023's Game of the Year, runs beautifully on handheld devices and is Steam Deck verified. - Dave the Diver: A game combining underwater exploration with sushi restaurant management, Steam Deck verified. - Minecraft: Runs well on handhelds with adjustments, but is not Steam Deck verified. - Immortals Fenyx Rising: An open-world RPG inspired by The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, marked as Playable on Steam Deck. - Horizon Zero Dawn: A favorite game with a captivating story, Steam Deck verified. - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: An award-winning game with improved performance after an update, Steam Deck verified. - Xbox Game Pass: Offers a vast library of titles perfect for handhelds.

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December 2, 2025

New Android features keep you focused on what matters most

Android's Expressive Captions feature generates real-time captions that transcribe spoken words and capture the emotional nuances of the speaker's tone. It includes emotion tags such as [joyful] or [sad] to enhance understanding, especially when audio is muted. The feature also recognizes ambient sounds like [cheers and applause], providing a richer viewing experience and fostering inclusivity.

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October 24, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Subnautica, Wind Peaks, and more

A selection of Android games and apps is currently on sale, featuring titles like Subnautica, Wind Peaks, Dragon Sinker, and Alvastia Chronicles. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has discounts of up to 0 for open-box units, bringing the price down to ,000. The Samsung 2025 43-inch 4K UHD M7 Smart Monitor is also at a new low price, and Pebblebee Google Find Hub trackers are available for a reduced price.

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October 21, 2025

Here are the Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 unlock times for your region

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is scheduled to launch on October 21. Preloading is available on Steam, allowing players to download the game ahead of its release. The game will include the Toreador and Lasombra clans in the base version, rather than as exclusive pre-order bonuses.

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September 29, 2025

If you’re sad that Ghost of Yotei isn’t on PC yet, you should grab this underrated samurai RPG at its lowest ever price

Rise of the Ronin is a game that features engaging combat mechanics similar to Nioh and offers a rich narrative set in a tumultuous period of Japanese history. Players assume the role of a customizable character who interacts with historical figures like Ryoma Sakamoto and navigates a world filled with political intrigue. The game includes diverse combat options with various weapons and tools for exploration, such as gliders and grappling hooks. Currently, it is available at its lowest price ever, .99, on Humble Bundle.

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June 21, 2025

One of the best RPGs of all time is coming to Android on August 5

Disco Elysium, a critically acclaimed RPG, is coming to Android on August 5 with full voice acting in English. The mobile version has been redesigned for shorter gameplay sessions on smartphones. The game follows the story of a detective solving a murder mystery. The first two chapters will be free, with the full game priced at .99.

BetaBeacon

December 26, 2024

Top 25 best text-based games for Android phones and tablets

- Unmemory is a thrilling text-based game where players track down the man who murdered their girlfriend while dealing with memory loss.

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December 22, 2024

Metacritic’s list of top 10 PC games of 2024

2024 saw a significant rise in PC gaming, with major support from Sony and Microsoft. The top 10 PC games recognized by Gamespot’s Metacritic include: 1. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree - An expansion featuring a new area, adversaries, and deeper lore. 2. Tekken 8 - A continuation of the fighting game series with stunning graphics and dynamic gameplay. 3. God of War Ragnarok - A sequel with an engaging story and new mechanics, continuing the legacy of the franchise. 4. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth - A sequel with an emotional narrative and polished gameplay, featuring Danny Trejo. 5. Destiny 2: The Final Shape - A milestone in the Destiny saga, enhancing RPG elements and concluding the Light and Darkness Saga. 6. Horizon Forbidden West: Complete Edition - The PC release of the sequel with stunning visuals and an engaging narrative. 7. Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut - An enhanced PC version of the samurai game with improved graphics and additional content. 8. Silent Hill 2 - A remake that honors the original while enriching its lore. 9. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - A game that celebrates Indiana Jones with cinematic flair and engaging puzzles. 10. Crusader Kings III: Roads to Power - An expansion adding new mechanics and features to the strategy game.

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December 5, 2024

Infinity Nikki Preload and Global Release Times on PlayStation 5, PC, iOS, and Android

The global release times for the game Infinity Nikki are as follows: - Los Angeles: 6pm on December 4 - New York: 9pm on December 4 - Rio De Janeiro: 10pm on December 4 - London: 2am on December 5 - Amsterdam: 3am on December 5 - Cape Town: 4am on December 5 - Kuala Lumpur: 10am on December 5 - Tokyo: 11am on December 5 - Sydney: 12noon on December 5.