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AppWizard

July 23, 2025

2XKO adds Vi, PC closed beta begins September 9

Vi, the Piltover Enforcer, will be a playable character in the upcoming free-to-play tag fighting game, 2XKO, inspired by League of Legends. A closed beta test for PC users will start on September 9, with sign-ups available through a designated link. The game is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC in 2025.

AppWizard

July 22, 2025

Newzoo: Top 20 PC/Console Games of June 2025 by Revenue and MAU

Newzoo's market analysis indicates a significant shift in the gaming landscape across the US, UK, Spain, Germany, Italy, and France, with an increase in new titles in revenue rankings and monthly active users (MAU). In June, notable revenue rankings included: - Dune: Awakening at 5th place - Rematch at 9th - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach at 15th - SCUM at 17th - Deltarune at 20th - Valorant climbed to 7th place due to its 5th anniversary. - A collaboration between Dead by Daylight and Five Nights at Freddy's achieved the highest monthly revenue growth since April 2020. - Rematch and SCUM are independent IPs, while others are based on established franchises. Platform-specific revenue rankings showed: - MindsEye entered PlayStation's top sales at 18th despite a 2.3 out of 5 rating. - Lies of P rose to 20th due to its prequel release. - On PC, newcomers included Dune: Awakening (#1), SCUM (#7), Rematch (#8), Deltarune (#13), PEAK (#10), Stellar Blade (#14), and Date Everything! (#17). - Nintendo platforms featured Mario Kart World at 2nd, Deltarune (9th), Cyberpunk 2077 (14th), and Date Everything! (15th). In MAU rankings: - Elden Ring Nightreign and Splitgate 2 were among late-May releases. - Rematch was included, likely counting its closed beta audience. - PEAK ranked 5th on PC, surpassing games like Marvel Rivals, Valorant, and Overwatch. - For Nintendo Switch 2, new titles included Mario Kart World (1st), Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour (8th), and Deltarune (20th).

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Square Enix announces multiplayer murder mystery action game KILLER INN for PC

Square Enix and Tactic Studios have announced KILLER INN, a multiplayer murder mystery action game. A closed beta test for PC users via Steam will be launched, with dates to be announced. Players can request access on the game's Steam page. The game features 24 players, where some act as wolves trying to blend in while others are lambs aiming to survive. Players collect clues from crime scenes to identify the killer and can use various items for combat and strategy. The game includes a focus mode for enhanced awareness and a 3D audio voice chat for communication. Character customization allows players to choose unique characters with distinct abilities. Players can engage solo or form teams, and trailers and gameplay videos are available for viewing.

AppWizard

June 1, 2025

My top 5 must-play PC games for the second half of 2025 — Will they live up to the hype?

PC gamers are looking forward to several upcoming titles in 2025. - The Outer Worlds 2 is anticipated to launch in 2025 on PC, Xbox, and PS5, featuring a new colony and an Earth Directorate agent unraveling a mystery. - Hades II is in Early Access and is expected to be fully released by late 2025. - ARC Raiders, a PvPvE extraction shooter, is rumored to launch in 2025 on PC, Xbox, and PS5. - Escape from Tarkov has been in closed beta since 2017 and aims for a version 1.0 release in 2025. - Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition is set to launch on July 15, 2025, with enhancements including new units and larger maps. - Path of Exile 2 entered Early Access on December 6, 2024, and will be free to play upon its full release, though a specific date has not been announced.

AppWizard

April 25, 2025

Dune: Awakening will host a massive beta weekend in just a couple of weeks: ‘Tens of thousands of beta keys will be unleashed’

Dune: Awakening is set for official release on June 10. An extensive beta weekend will take place from May 9 to May 12, featuring the largest beta test to date. A Global Dune: Awakening LAN Party Broadcast will occur on May 10 from London and PAX East, where tens of thousands of beta keys will be distributed.

AppWizard

April 16, 2025

Funcom bumps Dune: Awakening launch following beta feedback

Developer Funcom has delayed the release of Dune: Awakening by one month, moving the launch date from May 15th to June 10th, due to feedback from closed beta testing. The company emphasized the importance of player input in refining the game and plans to implement significant improvements based on this feedback. Funcom also announced a large-scale beta weekend next month to allow more players to experience the game and provide feedback before the revised launch date.

AppWizard

April 7, 2025

La Quimera, the new shooter from former 4A Games Ukraine studio Reburn, will be out later this month

La Quimera, a sci-fi shooter from Reburn, will launch on April 25. A closed beta test will take place on April 12 from 7 am PT/10 am ET for 24 hours. The game is set in a fictional Latin American megalopolis called Nuevo Caracas, featuring a narrative about a private military company involved in conflicts with rival factions and corporations. Players can engage in solo or cooperative gameplay with up to three friends, using high-tech exosuits. A gameplay trailer has been released, highlighting immersive action and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of the Crysis series. Interested players can visit the game's Steam page for beta participation.

AppWizard

March 21, 2025

Our all time top rated board game, Frosthaven, is coming to PC – and it looks magical

Frosthaven, a digital adaptation of the board game, will be available on PC in early access by the end of 2025, with a closed beta launching sooner. It is being developed by Snapshot Games, which has inherited part of the code from the Gloomhaven PC game. The adaptation aims to be 95% accurate to the original board game, featuring both single-player and cooperative online multiplayer gameplay for up to four players. The game will introduce new complexities, including changing seasons and multiple biomes, while maintaining a vibrant aesthetic. Currently, it is about 80% complete, with a team expansion from 20 to 55 staff members. Players can apply for the closed beta starting March 27, which will include six core starter classes and a structured tutorial.

BetaBeacon

March 20, 2025

Free-to-play online card game Digimon Alysion announced for iOS, Android

Bandai Namco has announced a new free-to-play online card game called Digimon Alysion, set to be available on iOS and Android platforms. The game will feature new game-original cards, Digimon, and characters, with plans for a closed beta test in the near future.

Winsage

February 19, 2025

You can finally try one of the best File Explorer alternatives

File Pilot is a lightweight file manager that has transitioned from a closed beta to public availability as a free public beta. It features multiple tabs for multitasking, the ability to open two folders side by side, an Inspector feature for previewing file contents, batch renaming capabilities, and a GoTo navigation system for quicker access to paths. Users can customize font sizes, disable animations, and change the color scheme. The app includes a unique context menu for integrating third-party app actions and custom commands. After the beta phase, File Pilot will adopt a paid model with two subscription options: the Essential plan and the Pro plan, which offers additional benefits.