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Cloud Imperium changes course on new Star Citizen ship upgrade
AppWizard
May 19, 2025

Cloud Imperium changes course on new Star Citizen ship upgrade

Developer Cloud Imperium Games announced a delay in the release of new flight blades for Star Citizen, which will now be available for in-game currency instead of requiring real-world money. Community director Tyler "Zyloh" Witkin emphasized the importance of gameplay accessibility and stated that everything players support through pledges will eventually be attainable through gameplay. The new flight blades will be available for aUEC in an upcoming patch scheduled for June. Star Citizen has raised over 0 million in funding, reflecting strong community support.
After raising over $800 million from its community, Star Citizen's developer delays the release of a new ship upgrade as players baulk at having to pay for it
AppWizard
May 18, 2025

After raising over $800 million from its community, Star Citizen’s developer delays the release of a new ship upgrade as players baulk at having to pay for it

Cloud Imperium Games has raised over 0 million for Star Citizen through various funding methods over thirteen years. Recently, a new ship upgrade caused significant backlash from the community, with nearly 2,000 forum responses expressing discontent. Players criticized the introduction of purchasable flight blades, with some feeling disillusioned about investing further in the game. Despite the criticism, some players remain excited about the Greycat MTC, a planetary exploration vehicle priced at . In response to the uproar, Cloud Imperium Games announced that flight blades would be available for in-game currency in the upcoming June patch and acknowledged the need for better alignment between store items and in-game availability. The development of Star Citizen and its single-player counterpart, Squadron 42, continues, with Chris Roberts suggesting Squadron 42 may launch in 2026.
PC gaming can't stop getting Ws, as Microsoft shares it's being weighed down by console and hardware revenue woes
AppWizard
May 1, 2025

PC gaming can’t stop getting Ws, as Microsoft shares it’s being weighed down by console and hardware revenue woes

Gaming revenue increased by 5% (6% when adjusted for currency), while Xbox content and services revenue grew by 8%. However, Xbox hardware revenue declined by 6% (5% CC) and experienced a 30% drop between early 2024 and early 2023. Microsoft has acquired game studios, including Blizzard and Bethesda, but faces challenges such as layoffs and a lack of compelling console exclusives. Current standout titles on Xbox Game Pass do not require an Xbox purchase, reflecting a trend where console exclusivity is becoming less relevant, except for Nintendo.
Epic Games Store Makes PC Game Free 13 Years Later
AppWizard
April 17, 2025

Epic Games Store Makes PC Game Free 13 Years Later

The Epic Games Store is offering the game Botanicula for free until April 24. Originally developed by Amanita Design in 2012, Botanicula has an 88 rating on Metacritic and a 95% approval rating on Steam. The game is a point-and-click adventure featuring five tree creatures on a quest to save their home tree from evil parasites. Players can keep the game permanently once downloaded. Additionally, players logging into the Epic Games Store between now and April 24 can receive an exclusive skin and in-game currency for the free-to-play game Firestone Online Idle RPG.
The Epic Store's latest free games giveaway includes 'over $100' worth of stuff for the Forgotten Realms idle game
AppWizard
April 13, 2025

The Epic Store’s latest free games giveaway includes ‘over $100’ worth of stuff for the Forgotten Realms idle game

Epic Games is offering three free games this week: Arcadegeddon, a cooperative rogue-like shooter developed by IllFonic and launched in 2023, which includes in-game currency; River City Girls, a side-scrolling beat 'em up released in 2019; and Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms, a clicker game inspired by Dungeons and Dragons that includes additional content such as the Lobita the Guardian Familiar pack and 9,760 Platinum. Epic's strategy of giving away free games has reportedly led to increased sales of paid games on the Epic Game Store. Next week's free game will be Botanicula, a microorganism adventure game released in 2012.
Ubisoft lawyers say players never owned The Crew
AppWizard
April 11, 2025

Ubisoft lawyers say players never owned The Crew

Ubisoft's lawyers have filed a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit from California gamers, arguing that players do not have an inherent expectation of ownership after purchasing a game. This lawsuit follows the retirement of the online game The Crew in 2024, ten years after its release. Ubisoft's legal team stated that the game's closure was communicated on the product packaging and noted that the plaintiffs' claims include violations of California’s False Advertising Law, Unfair Competition Law, and the Consumer Legal Remedies Act, as well as accusations of common law fraud and breach of warranty. The plaintiffs have amended their complaint to include a claim regarding unspent in-game currency, suggesting it may violate state law requiring gift cards to retain validity indefinitely.
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