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AppWizard

June 27, 2025

20 indie games we saw at Pocket Gamer Connects Barcelona that you’ve got to check out

The Very Big Indie Pitch (VBIP) at PG Connects Barcelona 2025 showcased a variety of PC and console games, marking a significant milestone for the VBIP format and highlighting the indie game development scene in the city. Indie developers had five minutes to present their games to rotating panels of judges from publishing, development, and media sectors, receiving valuable feedback. The event featured dedicated pitches for PC, console, and mobile games, fostering networking opportunities among developers at different project stages. The pitching sessions are a key feature of PG Connects conferences, providing insights into global development scenes. A curated list of games presented during the event was available, with details for future participation on the Big Indie Pitch website.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

Newzoo: Top 20 PC/Console Games of May 2025 by Revenue and MAU

In May, three new titles entered the revenue rankings: Elden Ring Nightreign (4th place), DOOM: The Dark Ages (9th), and FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time (20th). Elden Ring Nightreign sold over 3.5 million copies across six markets. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 returned to the top 10, while Destiny 2 jumped 30 positions to 11th place due to pre-orders for its expansion. On PlayStation, F1 25 debuted at 15th place, and on Xbox, RoadCraft entered at 18th. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was not listed on Xbox due to Game Pass availability. On PC, Helldivers II returned to the top 20 at 19th place after an update. For Nintendo Switch, FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time was the only newcomer, with ten Nintendo titles remaining in the top 20. In MAU rankings, DOOM: The Dark Ages reached 16th place, and Elden Ring Nightreign appeared in the top 20 on PC. Star Wars: Battlefront II re-entered the top 20 due to promotional discounts, and Helldivers II climbed to 14th place in MAU rankings.

BetaBeacon

June 18, 2025

Don’t hesitate and download: Legendary SEGA Android games are free, they will disappear for good soon

SEGA is offering 9 games for free on Google Play, without ads, and with permanent access. These games will soon be removed from the app stores, so users are encouraged to download them now.

Winsage

June 16, 2025

Windows Server update may disrupt IP refreshes

Microsoft has acknowledged that the June security update has caused complications for users of Windows Server systems, specifically affecting the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) service, which is failing and leading to improper functioning of IP refreshes. The issue impacts multiple versions of Windows Server, including 2016 (KB5061010), 2019 (KB5060531), 2022 (KB5060526), and 2025 (KB5060842). Users have reported that the DHCP service may stop responding after installing the update, with one administrator noting their 2016 server crashed shortly after the update was applied. Microsoft is working on a solution and advises affected users to uninstall the update to restore functionality. The company has a history of DHCP-related issues dating back over a decade and has faced other problems with Windows Server updates in the past year, including issues with keyboard and mouse inputs and authentication challenges.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

‘Minecraft,’ ‘Clash of Clans,’ ‘Magic the Gathering’ and ‘Ghostbusters’ Series Teased at Netflix Annecy Studio Focus

Netflix showcased a variety of animated projects at Annecy’s Imperial Palace, including adaptations from franchises like “Minecraft,” “Clash of Clans,” “Magic the Gathering,” and “Ghostbusters,” as well as the return of “Blue Eye Samurai.” Highlights included three new preschool shows based on Dr. Seuss, an adaptation of the French comic “Samuel,” and several adult-oriented series such as “Long Story Short,” “Haunted Hotel,” and “Mating Season.” “Samuel” is an acclaimed French animated series set for a wider audience release later this year. The Dr. Seuss adaptations consist of “Red Fish Blue Fish,” “Horton!,” and “The Sneetches,” with “Red Fish Blue Fish” aimed at children aged four to seven. “Long Story Short” is a family comedy from Raphael Bob-Waksberg, while “Haunted Hotel” is a horror-comedy produced by Dan Harmon. “Mating Season” is an adult animated comedy about dating in the animal kingdom. “Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85” aims to create animated series with cinematic quality, while “Splinter Cell: Deathwatch” is the first animated adaptation of the Ubisoft game. “Magic the Gathering” is described as an ambitious epic fantasy saga, and “Blue Eye Samurai” promises intense storytelling in its new season. A new “Ghostbusters” series is being developed with Sony Pictures Animation, and the “Minecraft” series is being crafted in collaboration with Mojang Studios. The “Clash of Clans” series will transform the mobile game's fantasy world into a workplace comedy.

BetaBeacon

June 9, 2025

Skich Store Launches Android Version, Pioneers Alternative App Store for Mobile Games

- Skich Store uses an intelligent algorithm to recommend games based on user preferences, gameplay habits, and niche genres. - Users can browse game cards in a swipe-based interface inspired by dating apps. - Users can follow friends, influencers, and community-curated gamelists for social game discovery. - Skich Store offers a lower 15% commission rate for developers and is expanding to the UK, Brazil, Japan, and Australia by 2026. - The platform is free to use and offers features such as pre-registration, launch notifications, and tailored updates. - Skich Store has over 120,000 organic monthly visitors and engagement levels 3-5x higher than conventional stores. - Skich Store is backed by GEM Capital and positioning itself as the go-to platform for indie games and transparent discovery.

AppWizard

June 6, 2025

A long-lost Duke Nukem prototype resurfaces after 24 years

The Duke Nukem franchise has seen a resurgence with the release of a prototype for the unreleased PlayStation 2 game, Duke Nukem: D-Day, developed by n-Space. This prototype, dating back to 2001, features twelve playable levels and has been made available on the Internet Archive. The game is described as "90% complete," though it lacks cutscenes and voicework. Players start in a strip club and engage in a time-traveling mission against the Third Reich and aliens. The controls are reminiscent of older gaming systems, and while the game framework is present, it lacks polish. To play the prototype, users need a PlayStation 2 with third-party software or an emulator like PCSX2. The game was in development until 2003, indicating that a more refined version may still exist.

AppWizard

June 4, 2025

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in June

June 2025 will feature several significant gaming events and PC game releases. Key dates include: - June 4: PlayStation's 40-minute State of Play showcase. - June 6: Summer Game Fest main showcase. - June 7: Latin American Games Showcase and Future Game Show. - June 8: Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct, along with the PC Gaming Show. - June 9: Black Voices in Gaming showcase. - June 9-16: Steam Next Fest, leading into the Steam Summer Sale starting June 26. Notable game releases in June include: - June 5: Deltarune Chapters 3 & 4 and Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. - June 10: MindsEye. - June 11: Stellar Blade. - June 13: Five Nights At Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic. - June 16: Gex Trilogy. - June 17: FBC: Firebreak, Date Everything!, and Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond. - June 19: Broken Arrow. - June 20: BitCraft Online and Gold Gold Adventure Gold. - June 26: Persona 5: The Phantom X. - Dates TBD: Cast n Chill and Hell Clock.

BetaBeacon

May 29, 2025

AI Dating Game ‘Pick Me Pick Me’ Now In Free Early Access On Steam And Android

- Game mode called Pick Me Pick Me where the goal is to get picked in a game-show-like structure - Players can play solo in PvE or compete against friends in PvP rounds - Workshop Mode allows custom character creation for dateable contenders - Players use skill cards for interactions and sabotage tactics - Crossplay enabled between mobile and PC, supports multiple languages - Global leaderboard available for competitive players

AppWizard

May 27, 2025

This week in PC games: Elden Ring Nightreign and a giantess dating sim

The author woke up at 6 AM on a bank holiday and observed a squirrel in a treehouse. A wave of new PC games is set to launch this week, including: - May 27: - Sol Cesto: A caffeinated roguelike in Steam early access with a unique art style. - Small Spaces: An interior design toolkit for small apartments. - May 28: - To A T: An adventure game featuring a boy in a T-pose and a sandwich-making giraffe. - Kabuto Park: A creature collector inspired by beetle battles. - May 29: - Islands & Trains: A sandbox city builder. - May 30: - Debugging Hero: An ARPG with a magical sword that allows players to manipulate enemy stats. - Deadly Quiet: An immersive sim and 4-player co-op horror game. - Doodle Empires: A strategy game where players draw their own territories. The author also mentioned needing to attend to a squirrel funeral and clean up a mess caused by the Snickers bar.