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AppWizard

November 30, 2025

Dynasty Warriors Origins has a huge Black Friday discount, bringing the underloved action game to its lowest price

Dynasty Warriors: Origins was launched at the beginning of the year and is currently available at its lowest price ever, with a Black Friday discount of 38%, bringing the price to .39 / £40.29. This offer is limited to one day and expires on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 8 am PT / 11 am ET / 4 pm GMT. The game serves as a prequel and alternative interpretation of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms narrative, allowing players to influence the story through their decisions. It features diverse weapon types and combines traditional musou gameplay with action RPG elements, particularly in boss battles.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

There’s a difference between hard games and hardcore ones, and the distinction matters

The launch of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection has renewed interest in classic fighting games on PC, but players face challenges with the AI, which often uses ruthless tactics that create an unfair experience. This can lead to frustration and the development of bad habits that do not apply to real player interactions. In contrast, Virtua Fighter 5 offers a remastered mode with over a thousand CPU challengers that encourages strategic play. Games like Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3 allow for creative freedom in gameplay, enabling players to craft unique builds and strategies. Terraria provides a randomly generated world for players to explore or build in, while Tetris The Grand Master 4 offers varying levels of engagement based on player choice. The term "SNK boss" refers to unfair CPU opponents that disrupt gameplay balance, similar to the AI in Mortal Kombat. True hardcore games invite players to explore challenges and skill in diverse ways, emphasizing personal expression in gaming.

AppWizard

November 12, 2025

Marvel Rivals is adding a ‘non-combat map’ where players can ‘hang out, dance, watch videos, read books, and let your imagination run wild’

Season 5 of Marvel Rivals will launch on November 14 and will introduce Gambit and Rogue. A new non-combat map inspired by Times Square will allow players to socialize without engaging in battles. Gambit, a support class character, will have abilities that include using Chronovium-enhanced cards for healing and damage, as well as enhancing allies' jump capabilities. Rogue's abilities have not yet been revealed. Additionally, a new mode called Annihilation, featuring 18 players on a Grand Garden map, will be available starting November 27.

BetaBeacon

October 28, 2025

Duet Night Abyss launches today for Android, iOS, and PC via Epic Games Store and standalone installer

- Duet Night Abyss is a free-to-play action RPG available on Android, iOS, PC, and Epic Games Store. - The game does not have gacha banners for characters and weapons, focusing instead on microtransactions for cosmetic items. - The game offers full language support in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and English. - Players can unlock characters and weapons for free by farming fragments and materials. - The game features interwoven destinies, multi-dimensional weapon combos, exhilarating combat, and customization options.

AppWizard

October 27, 2025

The GOAT of Elden Ring weapon mods made it so we can actually use the sick golden ghost weapons Margit killed us with so many times

Elden Ring, developed by FromSoftware, features a diverse array of weapons considered among the best in the studio's history. Modder cleverraptor6, known as Clever, has created a series of imaginative weapons, including the Sacred Arsenal, launched in 2024. This project enhances gameplay by introducing unique summoned arms for different weapon functions, reflecting the combat style of characters like Margit. To use the Sacred Arsenal, players must install katalash's Mod Engine 2, which allows for mod integration while maintaining game integrity. The installation involves unzipping mod files into a separate location on the PC to ensure compatibility with Easy Anticheat protocols.

AppWizard

October 5, 2025

Fight like a Witcher in Elden Ring thanks to this ingenious moveset mod

A new mod for Elden Ring allows players to play as Geralt of Rivia, created by modder therealsqueam. The Witcher—Moveset Mod features a dual sword moveset inspired by The Witcher 3, incorporating Geralt's combat techniques and allowing players to cast his signs. Key features include specialized techniques for running attacks, roll and backstep follow-ups, and jumping strikes. All five Witcher signs are included, each with unique mechanics, such as Aard's knockback and Igni's fire attacks. The mod maintains balance by limiting the effectiveness of certain signs, like Axii and Quen. It requires the installation of Elden Ring's expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, to function.

AppWizard

September 30, 2025

Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2 developer already knows you’ll hate the new Blood Angels skin

Developer Saber Interactive announced the Blood Angels Champion Pack for Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2, which will be exclusive to the Tactical class and include a customizable Jump Pack. This decision has sparked mixed reactions among fans, who expected representation of the Blood Angels' combat style through the Assault class. The game will also introduce a new Operations map set aboard a wrecked battle barge and will add more Heroic items and enhancements to the Siege mode. A free demo of Space Marine 2 will be available from October 16 to October 23 on Steam.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Legally distinct Final Fantasy 15, better known as the PlayStation-published anime action RPG Lost Soul Aside, has gone gold ahead of its PS5 and PC launch this month

Lost Soul Aside is an anime action RPG inspired by Final Fantasy 15, announced in early 2021 and has gone gold ahead of its launch on August 29. The game will be available on PS5 and PC, featuring an action-packed adventure set in beautifully crafted environments. Players will experience fast-paced combat with the ability to switch weapons, dodge and parry attacks, and customize their character with a magical dragon companion named Arena. The game includes a skill tree for unlocking new combos and skills. The recently released "Weapons Trailer" highlights the game's visual quality using Unreal Engine VFX, showcasing the protagonist's combat style with a massive metal glaive.

AppWizard

July 30, 2025

Co-Op Hack-and-Slash Game GODBREAKERS Announced for PS5 and PC

Thunderful Games and its subsidiary To The Sky are developing a four-player cooperative hack-and-slash action game titled GODBREAKERS, set to launch in 2025 on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features fast-paced combat, allowing players to absorb enemy powers and utilize them against foes. It includes multi-phase boss fights, customizable builds with unique Archetypes, and six distinct biomes filled with challenges. Players can engage in one to four-player online cooperative play, with gameplay designed for strategic depth and dynamic encounters. The narrative explores a world where AI has led to humanity's demise, and players must reignite the final spark of mankind. A reveal trailer showcasing the gameplay has been released.

AppWizard

July 28, 2025

Kung fu action game Phantom Blade Zero’s has my new favorite take on hard mode balance: Beating it ‘in a very beautiful manner’ is the true challenge

During a preview event in Beijing, gameplay in Phantom Blade Zero showcased a transition from novice to skilled player, successfully completing an hour-long demo on "Hellwalker" difficulty. The game emphasizes aesthetic elegance and engaging gameplay, offering a more forgiving experience compared to traditional Soulslike titles. It features fluid, dance-like combat and allows for success through straightforward tactics, while also presenting a challenge for those aiming for mastery. The AI adapts dynamically to player actions, incorporating a 'lucky draw' mechanic where boss attacks depend on previous hits, and can recognize its disadvantage in combat. The game includes diverse boss encounters, with some exhibiting intelligent behavior and others relying on brute force, requiring players to adapt their strategies accordingly.