demo version Archives

BetaBeacon

February 15, 2026

Black Border 3 Border Guard Simulator Released on Android

- Bitzooma Game Studio has released Black Border 3 on Google Play for Android users. - The game focuses solely on night shifts and tasks players with document verification, data matching, and decision-making in the dark. - Players use a tactical flashlight and other tools like UV lamps to aid in their tasks. - Players can earn credits to purchase items from the supply store. - A demo version is available on the App Store, but the full release is only on Android for now. - Developers plan to launch a PC version in the summer of 2026.

BetaBeacon

January 22, 2026

Mindcop Detective Adventure with 95% Positive Reviews on Steam Released on iOS and Android

Plug In Digital has launched the mobile version of Mindcop, a detective adventure game created by developer André Gareys. The game combines investigation elements with match-three puzzles and was initially released on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam for PC.

BetaBeacon

January 8, 2026

Try Before You Buy: Google Play May Soon Introduce Free Trials For Paid Android Games

A new "Try before you buy" feature may be coming to the Google Play Store for Android users, allowing them to try out paid video games for free before making a purchase.

AppWizard

December 26, 2025

2D ARPG ‘Fantasy Journey’ Slated For 2026 Steam Release

Developer XiangziArtStudio will release their 2D action role-playing game, ‘Fantasy Journey,’ on PC via Steam in June 2026. The game features a combat system that allows for various playstyles, including parrying, dodging, and blocking. Playtests and a demo version are currently available for players to provide feedback. Visual materials, including images and a video, have been released to showcase the game's world and mechanics.

AppWizard

October 14, 2025

My favorite DnD style board game has finally got a digital demo version and I’m begging you to try it

Set a Watch is a tabletop game by Todd Walsh that has been adapted into a digital version. The game involves players taking on the roles of heroes defending their camp from monsters each night. Players roll three dice for each hero, with one hero remaining at camp while the others engage in combat. The game features a random encounter deck from which monsters are drawn, but the demo has a fixed deck that may limit the experience. The digital edition is set to launch on Steam on November 27, and the demo is available until October 20.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

This Indie Developer Bought a $100 PC to Optimize Their Game

Indie game developer gitpullorigin is addressing player feedback for their upcoming chess roguelike title, Yes, My Queen, by purchasing a low-cost PC for performance testing. They acquired an Intel DC3217IYE Mini PC NUC Kit for €89, which features a 1.80 GHz Intel Core i3-3217U processor, 4GB of RAM, and a 120GB SSD. This approach has helped identify performance issues, such as text becoming invisible when using Vulkan on the integrated GPU and noticeable lag when using a custom cursor in Software mode.

AppWizard

October 3, 2025

Destiny Code Demo appears on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store

aNCHOR has released a complimentary demo version of Destiny Code for PC, available for download on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Players can provide feedback through a dedicated support form to help improve the demo and the upcoming full release, which will initially launch through Early Access. The demo supports Japanese, English, and Chinese (Traditional and Simplified). The game follows Hart Grancer, an agent infiltrating an academy, who must teach a group of girls while uncovering a conspiracy related to the "Grimforge."