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- Space Cadet Pinball is no longer available on Windows PCs due to compatibility errors caused by the internal switch from AXP to Itanium in Windows Vista.
- Fans have been clamoring for an English version of Mother 3 since its release in 2006
- Enthusiasts translated the game into English and released a patch in 2008
- Game Boy Advance emulation is easy on Android phones and TV boxes
- Super Robot Wars Alpha Gaiden was fan-translated for the PS1
- Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere had a different version in Japan with more content
- Policenauts, directed by Hideo Kojima, was fan-translated years after its release
- Tear Ring Saga, a spiritual successor to Fire Emblem, received an English translation patch in 2016
- King's Field, Monster Hunter, Namco x Capcom, and Marvelous are other Japan-only games that received fan translations.
This week, the Humble Store has released two bundles for PC gamers: a charity bundle for diabetes research featuring games like The Walking Dead and the Batman Telltale Series, and the Team17 Chains of Command collection with three tiers of games including Narita Boy and Hell Let Loose. The Epic Games Store is offering free games Dead Island 2 and Happy Game until May 22, along with a mystery freebie announcement on the same day. Steam is hosting three free events for House Flipper 2, Foundry, and Legacy: Steel & Sorcery. The GOG store has discounted DRM-free games, including pixel-art titles, tactics games, and simulations. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
DOOM: The Dark Ages, a prequel to DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal, is set to release on May 15. In Russia, the game will not be available for official purchase, with prices ranging from 6,000 to 10,000 rubles, leading some to consider waiting for pirated versions. The game uses Denuvo DRM, complicating hacking efforts. Historical data shows that hacking timelines for Denuvo-protected games vary, making it difficult to predict when DOOM: The Dark Ages will appear on torrent sites. Factors influencing hacking speed include the game's popularity, the complexity of Denuvo, technical features of the game, hacker activity, and potential updates. Three scenarios for when the game might be hacked are: optimistic (7–14 days post-release), realistic (1-3 months), and pessimistic (6–12 months). The realistic scenario is deemed most likely due to the game's popularity.
The author has been using a Microsoft MultiMedia Keyboard 1.0A since its introduction in 1997 and prefers it over modern mechanical keyboards. They have purchased six of these keyboards after learning they would cease production and are now down to their last one. The keyboard has been a constant in their computing experience, providing comfort and a reliable typing experience. The author has faced compatibility issues with newer operating systems and is contemplating the purchase of a new version, which they recently found for £32. They also experienced an issue with their PayPal account being flagged during the purchase process.
The Epic Games Store offers a free game every week, featuring indie titles and blockbuster games like GTA 5 and Death Stranding. Amazon Prime Gaming provides free games for subscribers, including titles like the Mafia trilogy and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Xbox users can access free games through Amazon Prime Gaming and occasional offers on the Xbox Store, with current availability of Minecraft Legends. Microsoft also provides older titles for free sporadically, while Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers a vast library of games for a monthly fee. On PlayStation, free games are primarily found through free-to-play titles like Fortnite, with PlayStation Plus offering access to a catalog of games, including The Last of Us Part I and Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut.
Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release Jared Hess’ The Minecraft Movie digitally on May 13, 2024, followed by physical formats on June 24, including a Limited Edition 4K Steelbook. The 4K disc will feature Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos audio, along with five featurettes. Kino Lorber Studio Classics will release Bob Giraldi’s Hiding Out (1987) on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray on July 29. Via Vision will release several Imprint Films Blu-ray titles on July 30, including a double feature of Blue (1968) and Fade In (1973), along with other classic films. Paramount will release Clue (1985) and Aeon Flux (2005) in 4K Ultra HD Steelbook format on October 7. The British Film Institute will release Women in Love (1969) in 4K Ultra HD and Bhaji on the Beach (1993) on Blu-ray on July 14, and Human Traffic (1999) in 4K Ultra HD on July 21. Eureka! will release The Tattooed Dragon (1973) on Blu-ray on July 21. Film Movement will screen Shanghai Blues (1984) in theaters on June 20, and the Academy Museum will screen Tron (1982) on July 3, with a physical 4K Ultra HD release expected later this year.
"A Minecraft Movie" is directed by Hess and features Jack Black as Steve, who explains the game's mechanics in a relatable way. The film is characterized as a quirky indie comedy with eccentric characters, avoiding a serious tone. It has gained popularity through audience participation, particularly during the Chicken Jockey scene, although this has raised concerns about potential damage to theater screens. Warner Bros. will release the film digitally on May 13, 2025, and on physical media on June 24, 2025, including formats like 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD, along with three 15-minute documentaries. The film's viewing experience has been compared to "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," with spontaneous audience interactions. The cast includes Sebastian Eugene Hansen, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge.
Devolver Digital announced a cryptic message on X regarding the release date of Grand Theft Auto 6, stating, "You can't escape us. May 26, 2026 it is then." The publisher is known for titles like Cult of the Lamb and Death's Door and is expected to unveil a game on the same day as GTA 6. Enter the Gungeon 2 is set for a 2026 release, while Hotline Miami 3 is speculated but not officially announced. If Rockstar Games delays GTA 6, Devolver may choose to release their game as planned or delay it. The timing may favor Devolver, as GTA 6 is unlikely to be available on PC at launch, potentially attracting PC gamers to an indie title.
Spring 2025 has seen the release of several notable PC games, including:
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: Released on April 24, 2025, by Sandfall Interactive, it sold over 1 million copies in three days and features a blend of French art nouveau aesthetics and JRPG combat mechanics.
- Monster Hunter Wilds: Released on February 28, 2025, by Capcom, it introduces full narrative integration and dynamic monster interactions.
- The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered: Released on April 22, 2025, by Bethesda Game Studios, it attracted over 4 million players shortly after launch and features enhanced visuals and gameplay updates.
Other early 2025 releases include:
- Blue Prince (April 10, 2025)
- Split Fiction (March 6, 2025)
- Atomfall (March 27, 2025)
- Assassin’s Creed Shadows (March 20, 2025)
- Two Point Museum (March 5, 2025)
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (January 23, 2025)
- Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist (January 22, 2025)
- Ninja Gaiden II Black (January 23, 2025)
- The Talos Principle: Reawakened (April 10, 2025)
Highly anticipated titles for later in 2025 include:
- Grand Theft Auto VI (Late 2025)
- Doom: The Dark Ages (May 15, 2025)
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (August 28, 2025)
- The Outer Worlds 2 (Expected 2025)
- Borderlands 4 (September 12, 2025)
- Marvel’s Blade (TBA 2025)
- Hades II (Full Release later 2025)
- Frostpunk 2 (Summer 2025)
- Slay the Spire 2 (Early Access Expected 2025)
- Anno 117: Pax Romana (Expected 2025)
- Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (October 2025)
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Expected 2025)
- Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Expected 2025)
In 2024, top-rated PC games included:
1. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
2. Metaphor: ReFantazio
3. UFO 50
4. Tekken 8
5. Caves of Qud
6. Animal Well
7. Satisfactory
8. Balatro
9. Thank Goodness You’re Here!
10. The Last of Us Part II Remastered
The PC gaming landscape in 2024 was characterized by significant hardware advancements, improved game integration and compatibility, and thriving online communities.
