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BetaBeacon

December 2, 2025

Where Winds Meet Comes to iOS and Android Next Week

The mobile version of Where Winds Meet has been released by Everstone studio, following its successful launch on PC and PS5. Players from around the world can now download the game on the App Store and Google Play. The global servers are set to open on December 12, 2025.

BetaBeacon

November 20, 2025

Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked is the perfect evolution of one of my favorite strategy games of all time, and now this expansive sequel redefines what I thought was possible

- Demeo x D&D: Battlemarked is a VR game that combines the turn-based strategy card battler Demeo with the universe of Dungeons & Dragons. - The game is available on Meta Quest, Steam, and PlayStation platforms in VR and non-VR versions, allowing cross-platform play. - Players can use a co-location feature to play the game together in the same room, creating a virtual board game experience. - The game features stat-based random encounters, environmental hazards, enemies, and dialog choices that players can vote on. - Demeo x D&D has two full campaigns, three "one-shot" campaigns, and maintains the Demeo style of combat and movement while incorporating elements of D&D. - The game has received praise for its visuals, dialogue, voice acting, and gameplay, making it a favorite VR game of the year.

AppWizard

November 2, 2025

Promising Genshin Impact rival makes huge changes for new beta, but the photo mode excites me more than its extra region

Arknights Endfield will adopt a more dynamic action-oriented gameplay style, inspired by games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. A second beta phase, called Best Test 2, will feature a reworked storyline, new cutscenes, and a new region named Wuling. The beta will introduce nine new characters, including three six-star characters: Ardelia, Late Rite, and Pogranichnik. The game will support cross-platform play and include a Photo Mode. The beta starts on November 28, and there will be a server wipe, meaning no progress will carry over to the final release. Players can participate by completing a survey to demonstrate their interest. An updated voice cast list and in-game bonus codes will also be available.

AppWizard

October 15, 2025

SolrynMC Redefines Minecraft Survival Servers with Unique Player Abilities and Crossplay Support

SolrynMC is a Minecraft server that offers a custom survival mode featuring innovative gameplay mechanics, including player mutations and abilities that enhance gameplay. It has a player-driven economy allowing participants to create shops and trade goods, fostering interaction and competition. The server emphasizes community engagement through daily events and challenges, supported by an active management team. SolrynMC supports cross-platform play for both Java and Bedrock editions of Minecraft, enabling a larger player base. Future game modes are in development, indicating ongoing expansion and content updates. Players can connect to the server at play.solrynmc.net.

BetaBeacon

September 25, 2025

Google’s New Gaming Upgrade Wants You to Stop Losing

Gemini Live is a feature designed to assist gamers in real time by offering tips, guidance, and answers to in-game questions without leaving the game.

BetaBeacon

September 23, 2025

Google Launches Gemini AI Leagues for Play Games on Android

- 87% of video game developers are already employing AI agents to automate tasks and cut costs amid industry layoffs. - Google's AI agents facilitate matchmaking and simulate matches when users are offline. - Google's cloud infrastructure scales AI computations for on-device performance. - AI in gaming opens new revenue streams through in-app purchases tied to AI enhancements. - AI is positioned as a differentiator against rivals in the saturated mobile gaming market. - The industry could see widespread AI leagues by 2026, potentially generating billions in additional revenue.

AppWizard

August 28, 2025

Xbox Game Pass tiers get better

Members of the Xbox Insider Program who subscribe to Xbox Game Pass Core or Xbox Game Pass Standard can now stream select games through Xbox Cloud Gaming and access PC versions of certain titles. This feature was previously exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. Xbox Cloud Gaming is available on various devices, including Xbox consoles, select Smart TVs, Meta Quest 3 headsets, and web browsers. The Xbox Game Pass tier structure includes Xbox Game Pass Core, Xbox Game Pass Standard, PC Game Pass, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, each offering different features and libraries. The Xbox Ally devices, which run PC versions of games, are set to launch on October 16, 2025, with anticipated pricing of 9 for the higher-end model and 9 for the lower-end variant.

AppWizard

August 27, 2025

Microsoft expands Xbox Cloud Gaming to Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers

Microsoft is enhancing Xbox Game Pass offerings by allowing Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers to access a selection of PC games and stream cloud games included in their subscriptions. Previously, cloud gaming was exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. This change is part of an Xbox Insider test aimed at making cloud gaming more accessible. Additionally, Game Pass Core and Standard subscribers will gain access to PC versions of select titles, providing more flexibility for cross-platform play. Users must join the Xbox Insiders program to access these new features.

AppWizard

August 21, 2025

How to download Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.110.25 beta version | Esports News

The Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.110.25 beta version allows players to test new features and provide feedback. To download it, players must enroll in Mojang's official testing program and avoid unauthorized sources. For Windows 10/11 and Xbox, players need to install Minecraft via the Microsoft Store, download the Xbox Insider Hub, sign in, navigate to Insider Content, opt into the beta program, and update Minecraft. For Android, players should open the Google Play Store, find Minecraft, join the beta program, and update the app. It is recommended to back up current worlds before installation, as beta versions may cause instability. Realms and cross-platform play may have limited functionality. To exit the beta, players can select Leave Beta in the enrollment menu and reinstall the stable version.

AppWizard

August 16, 2025

How crossplay works (or rather, doesn’t) in GTA 5 Enhanced

The inability to play Grand Theft Auto Online with friends across different platforms persists as of 2025. Rockstar Games has released an Enhanced version of Grand Theft Auto 5, which includes improvements to both the single-player and GTA Online. The original version of GTA 5 will continue to be supported, but it will operate separately from the upgraded version, preventing players on different versions from joining the same sessions. A convoluted workaround for cross-platform play exists, requiring a jailbroken PS4, a developer copy of GTA 5, and access to a private server called Los Santos Online. Rockstar has not confirmed whether GTA 6 will feature crossplay capabilities, and given that Red Dead Online lacks this functionality, it is uncertain if GTA 6 will include it.