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AppWizard

July 21, 2025

Linux is the best thing to happen to PC gaming in years

PC gaming has experienced a notable shift due to the rise of Linux, particularly with the introduction of Valve's Steam Deck in mid-2021. The Steam Deck, built on a Linux foundation and utilizing Valve's Proton compatibility layer, has broadened the compatibility of games on Linux, allowing users to enjoy titles without dual-booting systems. This device has popularized handheld PC gaming, prompting other manufacturers to create similar devices. The Steam Deck's modest hardware has led to a trend of optimization among developers, resulting in better performance on lower-end systems. Valve's SteamOS has improved the user interface for both Linux and Windows users, making PC gaming more accessible. However, a significant challenge remains with anti-cheat software, which is difficult to implement across various Linux distributions. Despite this, the state of Linux gaming is strong for single-player experiences, and Valve is exploring solutions to enhance competitive gaming on Linux.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

My most-played game of the last 5 years is 30% off on Steam right now, alongside a ton of other factory games that can absolutely devour your life

The latest Steam sale offers a 30% discount on the game Satisfactory, which won the 2024 Best Sandbox award from PC Gamer. The game emphasizes creativity and engineering, allowing players to build factories and optimize assembly lines. The recent 1.1 update introduced new features like controller support and a conveyor throughput monitor. The Steam Automation Fest showcases various factory-building games, including Dyson Sphere Program, Shapez 2, and Kaizen: A Factory Story. Additionally, Opus Magnum is available at half price during the sale.

BetaBeacon

June 30, 2025

Surrealist Documentary Game about Climate Crisis Atuel Lands on Android

Atuel is a free game that explores the relationship between people and the environment in western Argentina's Cuyo desert region.

BetaBeacon

June 23, 2025

How to Run PlayStation 3 Games on Android With aPS3e

aPS3e is an open-source PS3 emulator for Android based on RPCS3. It requires a powerful device for smooth performance and does not support all PS3 games. It supports decrypted PKG and ISO files for games. Controls can be configured using touch controls or a controller. Performance settings can be adjusted to improve gameplay. Custom drivers can be installed for a performance boost.

BetaBeacon

June 23, 2025

Our Favorite Picks for the Best Android TV Games

- Machinarium is an indie adventure game with hand-drawn visuals and logic puzzles. - This War of Mine is a survival-themed strategy game inspired by the Siege of Sarajevo. - Double Dragon Trilogy includes all three installments of the beat-em-up action game. - Death Road to Canada is a randomly-generated road trip action-RPG with lots of replay value. - Crossy Road is an endless road-crossing game with over 200 characters to unlock. - The Wolf Among Us is an episodic adventure game based on the Fables comic series. - Goat Simulator is a chaotic game where you play as a goat causing mayhem. - Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic is considered one of the best RPGs of all time, set in the Star Wars universe.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

Steam Deck and SteamOS hit 20,000 playable games

Valve's rating system for the Steam Deck and SteamOS has reached 20,000 games rated as at least playable, an increase from 19,000 in May, 18,000 in March, and 17,000 in November 2024. The criteria for rating on SteamOS focus on whether a game can load and be played, while Steam Deck ratings include performance metrics, full controller support, and resolution capabilities. Recently rated verified games include titles such as Stellar Blade, FBC: Firebreak, and Myst: Masterpiece Edition. Games recently rated as playable include The Alters, Dune: Awakening, and Slayaway Camp. The ratings system aims to provide users with a clear indication of playable games, although perceptions of "playable" can vary among users. The current count reflects only games that have undergone testing, with many more titles likely to be playable.

Winsage

June 9, 2025

Full-screen Xbox handheld UI is coming to all Windows PCs “starting next year”

Valve's Steam Deck and SteamOS primarily support Windows games compatible with the Proton compatibility layer and some native Linux titles. Microsoft and Asus have collaborated on the ROG Xbox Ally, which features a new Xbox-branded interface designed to improve compatibility for PC gamers while resembling SteamOS. This interface will debut on the ROG Xbox Ally and is planned for broader release on other handheld devices next year. Microsoft has been developing a handheld-optimized user interface for Windows since at least 2022, identified during an internal hackathon. The proposed "Windows Handheld Mode" includes a tile-based UI similar to the Xbox interface and aims to enhance touch screen usability. The ROG Xbox Ally's full-screen interface replaces the traditional Windows desktop, conserving RAM and optimizing energy consumption compared to standard Windows devices like the regular ROG Ally, which require additional software to function similarly to SteamOS.

BetaBeacon

May 28, 2025

Subnautica Is Coming to Android: Time to Dive into the World Beneath the Blue

Subnautica, a survival game from 2018, is being released on Android and iOS as a premium game without ads or in-app purchases. The developers have rebuilt the interface for touchscreens and ensured that players can enjoy the full game experience, including exploring an alien underwater world, surviving in different modes, and encountering terrifying creatures. The game officially launches on July 8, and interested players can pre-register on Google Play and the App Store for early access.

AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Can Your PC Run Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater?

Hideo Kojima's latest project, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, is upcoming, while Konami will release a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, titled Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, on August 28, 2025. The retail price will be .99, and it will be available on PC (via Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. A Deluxe Edition with additional content will cost .99. Minimum system requirements for PC include Windows 10 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i5-8600 CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 Super GPU, and 100GB SSD storage. Recommended specs include Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i7-8700K CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce GTX 3080 GPU, and 100GB SSD storage. The game will support DualShock and Xbox controllers, and will include Steam features like achievements and cloud support. Compatibility with Steam Deck is uncertain.

AppWizard

May 21, 2025

UnderDog reveals gameplay trailer for PS5/PC adventure game Mukti

Indian independent game developer UnderDogs Studio has unveiled the gameplay for its upcoming PS5 and PC title, Mukti, through a new gameplay trailer. Mukti is a first-person narrative adventure set in mid-2000s India, where players control Arya, a young woman searching for her grandfather in a museum while uncovering mysteries related to human trafficking. The game is part of Sony’s India Hero Project, with UnderDogs Studio collaborating with Sony for over a year. Players can wishlist Mukti on the PS Store for PS5 and on Steam for PC. The game is designed to utilize PS5 capabilities, offering immersive environments and 4K resolution, with optimized haptics and adaptive triggers for the DualSense controller. The tentative PC specifications include minimum requirements of Windows 10, Intel Core i5-9400F or AMD Ryzen 5 3500, 8 GB RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 or AMD Radeon RX 570, while recommended requirements include Windows 11, Intel Core i7-12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 7700, 16 GB RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT. The Steam version will feature achievements, family sharing, and full controller support. UnderDogs Studio was founded in 2011 by Vaibhav Chavan and has developed over 250 games across various platforms.