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December 1, 2025

I wish Arc Raiders would steal the best feature from this rival extraction shooter, which now lets you be a sci-fi bartender to boot

The latest update for The Forever Winter introduces a bar that players can craft within their home base, allowing them to engage with patrons and complete quests to build their reputation and unlock rewards. The game features a darker, post-apocalyptic atmosphere with mechanical foes and various enemy types. The November update includes a new Front-Liner weapon designed to slow down heavy infantry enemies, streamlines the revival process for allies, and introduces a hardcore mode that removes the HUD for a more immersive experience.

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November 20, 2025

YouTube Tests Direct Messaging Feature: Users Will Soon Share Videos and Chat Inside the App

YouTube is testing a new direct messaging feature that allows users aged 18 and older in Ireland and Poland to share videos and engage in conversations within the platform. The feature supports sharing long-form videos, Shorts, and live streams through the YouTube mobile app, enabling discussions without leaving the platform. Messages will adhere to YouTube’s Community Guidelines, with monitoring for compliance and safety. Users can still share videos via other platforms, and YouTube is collecting feedback to evaluate potential broader rollout.

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November 16, 2025

Move fast if you want to snag this excellent Cities Skylines rival with a Minecraft twist for less than $4

Urbek: City Builder is a city-building game that emphasizes tangible resource management instead of traditional monetary systems. Players manage finite materials like wood, coal, and iron, making strategic choices that affect their city's dynamics. The game features no straightforward upgrade path for buildings, requiring players to balance living standards with resource demand. It allows for industrial growth at the expense of environmental quality and encourages strategic placement of buildings to optimize resource flow. Currently, Urbek is available for under during a limited-time Steam sale, with an 80% discount until November 17, priced at .79 / £3.25, and has a 90% approval rating on Steam.

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October 22, 2025

Steam’s latest ‘experiment’ is a new way of discovering games that’s actually really convenient and useful

Steam Labs has introduced the "Personal Calendar," a feature that provides tailored recommendations for new and upcoming games based on users' gaming habits. It uses algorithms to analyze playtime and wishlist data from similar users to predict interests. The system receives daily updates to refine suggestions, focusing on a two-month projection window for upcoming games. Additionally, Steam has launched Experiment 16, a discussion forum for users to share feedback and experiences related to the Personal Calendar.

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September 11, 2025

Global Xiaomi HyperOS 3 beta rollout starts ahead of rumored September 24 stable release

Xiaomi is actively engaging with its audience on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to showcase its latest innovations and products. The company utilizes captivating posts, product launch announcements, interactive polls, and behind-the-scenes insights to foster community participation and build trust. Xiaomi also responds to customer feedback, demonstrating its commitment to consumer satisfaction. Additionally, the brand employs innovative marketing strategies, including multimedia content and collaborations with influencers and tech reviewers, to enhance brand visibility and reach wider audiences.

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July 18, 2025

Epic Games Store: New free PC game now available to download and keep forever

The Epic Games Store has introduced a new selection of rotating free games to enhance user experience and expand its catalog. The current lineup includes both indie games and blockbuster titles. The store is also focusing on exclusive titles available only on its platform, partnering with renowned developers to provide unique gaming experiences. Additionally, it has rolled out a more intuitive user interface, integrated new social features for community interaction, and committed to regular updates and patches for games. The store is exploring cross-platform play to improve the multiplayer experience.

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July 14, 2025

Why the Golden Age of PC Gaming Is Just Beginning

The traditional metric of success in marketing has shifted from securing shelf space to earning attention space, particularly on platforms like Twitch, TikTok, Reddit, and Discord. Marketing strategies now focus on creating engaging, interactive, and immersive experiences rather than just visibility. This includes using playable teasers and innovative Discord bots to foster community interaction and cultural contagion. The current marketing landscape prioritizes fan-building and genuine connections over hype-building. On the PC platform, the moddable nature of games allows brands to enhance user engagement through customization and community-driven initiatives, transforming marketing into collaborative experiences.

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June 30, 2025

If you’re curious about the crazy-ambitious space survival game from the makers of EVE Online, it’s got a free trial running through the next week and change

CCP Games is offering a free trial of its space survival MMO, EVE Frontier, from June 27 to July 7. Players can participate by creating an account on the EVE Frontier website and downloading the game client. EVE Frontier serves as a testing ground for new features and concepts that may not fit into the original EVE Online. The game incorporates blockchain technology and offers ambitious modding support, appealing to gamers interested in innovation.

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June 20, 2025

Mythra Network Launches New Cross-Play Minecraft Server, Seeks Ambitious Builders and Fierce PVPers

Mythra Network is a newly launched cross-play Minecraft server that supports both Java and Bedrock Editions. Players can access the server at play.mythranetwork.net, with Bedrock players using port 25565. It features two game modes: a competitive 1.8 KitPVP mode with custom-coded plugins and unique combat abilities, and a 1.21.5 Survival mode that offers a "semi-vanilla" experience with land-claiming mechanisms, a player-driven economy, custom enchantments, and community activities. The server plans to expand with new game modes such as Skyblock, Prison, and Factions. Mythra Network invites all Minecraft players to join its community and influence its culture.

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May 24, 2025

‘Son, you did a good job:’ Doom grandaddy John Romero streamed hit indie FPS Dusk and absolutely loved it

John Romero has launched a new streaming series titled "FPS Fridays" on Twitch, starting with a gameplay session of New Blood's 2018 title, Dusk. During the stream, Romero showcased his gameplay skills, contrasting his performance with that of average players. The stream fostered community interaction, with studio head Dave Oshry sharing memorable moments and the New Blood account responding playfully to Romero. Future episodes will feature games chosen by viewer votes. Romero also explored the Doom WAD MyHouse and released Sigil 2, a free hardcore WAD available alongside its predecessor for players with a copy of Doom, both accessible from Nightdive's recent remaster.