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June 1, 2026

Download It Now! Steam Offers Two Free PC Games For A Highly Limited Time

Valve has launched a limited-time promotional event on Steam, offering two free games: IQ Under Construction and Moonrise Fall. IQ Under Construction is a cooperative climbing game requiring teamwork and communication, with a redemption window of six hours from the announcement. Minimum system specifications include a 3.2 GHz Dual-Core CPU, 4 GB of RAM, Intel HD Graphics, DirectX 11, and 2 GB of available storage on Windows 10. Moonrise Fall is an atmospheric exploration and puzzle adventure about a boy lost in a supernatural forest after a car accident. The redemption window for this game closes on June 2. Minimum hardware requirements are a 64-bit compatible Intel Dual-Core CPU, 4 GB of RAM, a DX9-compatible graphics card, and 600 MB of storage on Windows Vista or newer.

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June 1, 2026

Steam Week in Review: 4 Backrooms games released on Steam last week, joining a list of over 500 cash-ins, parodies and legitimate contenders

A24's adaptation of The Backrooms has led to the release of only four new Backrooms-themed video games on Steam, despite over 500 results for "Backrooms" on the platform. Among the released titles, 225 are available, with an estimated 150 being legitimate playable games. Recent adaptations include Backrooms Cats and Lava, Backroom Warfare II, Chained in the Backrooms, Backrooms Santa, and Skibidi Gyatrooms. Escape the Backrooms and Inside the Backrooms are highlighted as quality co-op options, while The Complex: Expedition and Within the Backrooms are recommended for single-player experiences. Additionally, a Backrooms-themed event by publisher Secret Mode aims to help players find quality titles amidst the clutter. The Sims 4 is receiving favorable early access reviews on Steam, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is currently discounted by 70%.

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January 5, 2026

This week in PC games: Pathologic 3, a fresh Pokémon rival, a mind-bending FPS and some crablike base building

A hiatus in coverage occurred last December due to seasonal content preparation and personal challenges. New game releases include: - Dunecrawl: A cooperative game allowing up to four players to traverse a desert landscape on weaponized crabs. - Feed The Reactor: An incremental clicker game where players feed fuels into a cosmic vortex, unlocking narratives in a bizarre galaxy. - StarRupture: An early access title where players construct outposts on alien planets while fending off crab-like monsters. - Death Machine: A pixel-art metroidvania featuring 19 bosses, including at least one eight-legged invertebrate. - Oddcore: A first-person shooter set in a theme park with bizarre spaces and corporate satire, lacking crab references. - EvoCreo: A creature-collecting game with over 170 creatures, reminiscent of classic Game Boy Advance titles. - Ancient Farm: A farming game set in ancient Egypt, featuring historical landscapes and the Acanthothelphusa niloticus. - Pathologic 3: A narrative-driven game where players have 12 days to save a town from disease, involving quarantines. The CES hardware tradeshow is currently taking place in Las Vegas, focusing on GPU and RAM prices, new screen technologies, and novelty gadgets.

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December 25, 2025

Twisted Voxel Presents Best Of 2025 PC Games

The team at Twisted Voxel has highlighted five remarkable PC titles of 2025: 5. Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Remake - A remake of a classic RPG that enhances visuals and mechanics while maintaining the original's narrative depth. 4. Hades II - A sequel that builds on its predecessor with new combat styles and a darker narrative, featuring the character Melinoe. 3. Silent Hill f - Set in 1960s Japan, this installment evolves the franchise with a focus on psychological trauma and environmental storytelling, along with a modernized combat system. 2. Split Fiction - A cooperative game that features imaginative realms and inventive puzzles, emphasizing teamwork and heartfelt storytelling. 1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - The top game of 2025, known for its painterly art style, intricate worldbuilding, and a dynamic turn-based combat system, exploring themes of mortality and purpose.

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December 15, 2025

The Best PC Games Of 2025

Peak is a low-budget cooperative multiplayer game categorized as "friendslop." It features chaotic gameplay where players navigate unpredictable events like tornadoes and geysers while climbing a mountain. The game emphasizes decision-making regarding stamina, routes, and risk versus reward when collecting supplies. It offers a procedurally generated mountain that changes daily, ensuring unique experiences. Players can collaborate and face challenges, including the extreme option of cannibalism for survival. The game is designed to be engaging through its mechanics and the variety of challenges presented.

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November 21, 2025

One of the best horde shooters of all time is free to keep on Steam this weekend

Warhammer Vermintide 2 is currently available for free on Steam until November 24, including the base game, while its downloadable content is offered at a discount. The game recently introduced a new free level and continues to attract several thousand concurrent players daily, indicating its ongoing popularity. Recognized as one of the best co-op games of 2018, it has received praise for its gameplay, with a review describing it as "gleefully gory" and highlighting its combat mechanics and level design.

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October 22, 2025

Fanatical’s Scream Sale 2025 Includes Some Of The Year’s Best PC Games

Fanatical has launched its Scream Sale, offering significant discounts on various PC games, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Borderlands 4, and Silent Hill f. Customers spending over a certain amount will receive a bonus game or coupon code, which can be stacked up to three times. Among the ten free games available, themed for Halloween, are Don't Knock Twice and In Sound Mind. Notable discounts include Absolum for .49 (down from .99), Fellowship for .24 (originally .99), and Cult of the Lamb for .49 (previously .99). Other discounted titles include Fallout 76 for .19, Dune: Awakening for .49, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 for .99, and Persona 5 Royal for .19. Preorders for Football Manager 26 are available for .49 (originally .99) ahead of its November 4 release.

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March 23, 2025

The best games to play in 2025, so far

In 2025, the gaming landscape features a mix of innovative titles and new iterations of beloved franchises. The standout games, each rated four stars or higher, include: - WWE 2K25: Offers an immersive wrestling experience with a talented roster and innovative modes, though it has monetization strategies that may frustrate fans. - Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii: Revitalizes the Yakuza series with engaging mechanics and a captivating pirate adventure narrative. - Sniper Elite: Resistance: Set in World War II France, it enhances the sniping experience with multiplayer modes and a strategic narrative. - Dynasty Warriors Origins: Features epic battles and refined combat mechanics, creating a thrilling atmosphere. - Wanderstop: A simulation game about a former champion fighter running a tea shop, blending whimsical gameplay with a narrative about personal growth. - Civilization 7: Enhances the 4X formula with stunning visuals and new mechanics, making it accessible for newcomers and rewarding for veterans. - Avowed: Set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, it emphasizes rich storytelling and exploration. - Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector: Enhances narrative depth and introduces new gameplay mechanics, creating a thrilling experience. - Assassin's Creed Shadows: Combines stealth and RPG elements in a beautifully crafted Sengoku-era Japan setting. - Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: Features a detailed open world and engaging quests, rewarding players for overcoming challenges. - Two Point Museum: A humorous simulation game where players build and manage a quirky museum, adding layers of strategy. - Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape One: Introduces a dual timeline for enriched storytelling and innovative mechanics. - Split Fiction: A cooperative game with a blend of genres and gameplay styles, promoting teamwork in a visually stunning world. - Monster Hunter Wilds: Refines the series' core loop with thrilling hunts and gear crafting, emphasizing dynamic combat and immersive environments.

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March 4, 2025

Split Fiction review

It Takes Two is a cooperative game set for release on March 6, 2025, priced at £40. Developed by Hazelight Studios and published by EA, it features two aspiring authors, Mio and Zoe, who must navigate challenges in a vibrant world to escape their own stories. The game has been reviewed on high-performance hardware, specifically an RTX 4090 with an Intel i9-13900k and 32GB RAM, and has received Steam Deck Verified status for portable gaming. Players can find updates on the official site.

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December 6, 2024

Everything Revealed During PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2024

The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2024 featured a livestream showcasing upcoming game titles. Highlights included: - Moonlighter 2: Players join Will and friends in the village of Tresna to restore their shop while exploring a mysterious dimension. - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown: A tactical adventure where players control each Turtle in turn-based battles against the Foot Clan. - Sol Mates: A cooperative game focused on navigating space missions with narrative decision-making. - Mohrta: A slow-paced FPS emphasizing exploration and weapon customization in bizarre dimensions. - Killing Floor 3: A co-op action/horror FPS set in a dystopian future against bioengineered monsters. - Perfect Dark: Players assume the role of Joanna Dark, an elite agent uncovering a global conspiracy. - Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater: Set during the Cold War, players undertake a mission to rescue a scientist while dealing with themes of betrayal and loyalty. The livestream lasted two hours and included world premieres and updates on various genres.