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June 6, 2025

Xbox Games Showcase 2025 preview: The big games and developers to expect on Sunday’s livestream

The Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled for Sunday, June 8, at 10 AM Pacific. Anticipated titles include Gears of War: E-Day, Perfect Dark, Clockwork Revolution, Fable, Everwild, and State of Decay 3. The Outer Worlds 2 will have its own dedicated stream following the main showcase. Expected announcements include Forza Horizon 6 or a new Forza Motorsport, and a new Call of Duty game, likely Modern Warfare 4. There may be updates on Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 from Blizzard, and a look at upcoming DLC for Starfield from Bethesda Game Studios. Other studios like Ninja Theory and Double Fine are also expected to provide insights into their projects.

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June 3, 2025

The Edge of Fate will be the biggest change to Destiny 2 since it launched—an injection of fresh ideas, but also of ARPG grind

Bungie's upcoming expansion for Destiny 2, The Edge of Fate, introduces a tiered loot system categorizing new gear from one to five, with higher tiers offering enhanced perks and stat increases. The expansion features new weapon archetypes, including rocket sidearms and healing auto rifles, and introduces a Portal feature for selecting activities and customizing difficulty. Daily rotating guaranteed rewards for specific playlists aim to streamline the acquisition of tier 5 weapons and introduce set bonuses for armor. The expansion is set to launch on July 15.

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May 31, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for May 30: Steam Zombies vs. Vampires Fest

Steam has launched its Zombies vs. Vampires Fest, featuring popular titles from both genres, including DayZ and Vampire Survivors. Other sales on Steam include the Cerebral Puzzle Showcase and the Cozy & Family-Friendly Games Celebration, along with discounts on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Diablo 4, and Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. A limited-time sale on Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake is also available. The Epic Games Store is concluding its MEGA Sale, while Humble Bundle is starting a new bundle for Pride Month. Gamebillet is offering the lowest price on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Ubisoft has reduced prices on Tom Clancy's The Division 2. Fanatical is offering customizable bundles, and various other platforms like Gamersgate, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, and Green Man Gaming are providing deals and discounts. Humble Bundle offers a subscription service for .99 monthly with a lineup of games.

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May 2, 2025

App Developer Magazine may 2025

Google's Play Store has undergone a significant overhaul, resulting in a 47% reduction in app listings due to stricter enforcement, enhanced developer verification, and AI-driven moderation. This change aligns Google more closely with Apple's curated ecosystem. New tools in the Play Console Insights are designed to improve app performance for developers. Apple has achieved a milestone in emissions reduction and is preparing for WWDC 2025 on June 9. Blizzard's Diablo 4 has introduced a new mechanic called Piranhado, and SEMO has launched a game development degree program. Nutrient is expanding its cloud services, and student-led initiatives are addressing cybersecurity threats in universities. AI developments include a smart builder for converting spreadsheets into applications and AutonomyAI's autonomous agent platform.

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April 26, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for Apr. 25: Steam Golden Week sales begin

The gaming community is experiencing excitement during Golden Week with sales and discounts across various platforms. Steam has launched its Golden Week sales, featuring discounts on titles from Capcom and Sega, including a debut discount on Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Valve's storefront is highlighting box-pushing games such as Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure and Lab Rat. Although Xbox is not officially part of Golden Week, Xbox Game Studios is offering a sale with a first-time price reduction on Avowed. Blizzard is hosting its annual Spring Sale with discounts on Avowed, the Diablo 4 Expansion Bundle, and World of Warcraft: The War Within, which includes a 30-day subscription. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is also gaining attention with launch week discounts from various retailers. Humble Bundle is offering a subscription service for .99 per month, providing access to several games including Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered and Dredge, along with additional savings for members. Various tiers of deals are available for games like Doom 64, Doom 3, and Wolfenstein titles.

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April 10, 2025

58% Of PC Gaming Revenue Came From Microtransactions In 2024

In 2024, 58% of total PC gaming revenue, amounting to .4 billion, came from microtransactions, reflecting a 1.4% year-over-year growth. Key titles contributing to this growth include Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Roblox, and Fortnite. Downloadable content (DLC) revenue rose by 0.8% to .3 billion, accounting for 14% of overall revenue, supported by titles like Diablo 4, Elden Ring, and World of Warcraft. The premium games sector declined to .7 billion, a decrease of 2.6%, contributing 28% of total revenue. Overall PC gaming revenue increased by 0.1% to .3 billion in 2024. Since a dip between 2021 and 2022, PC gaming revenue has risen by 5.4%. Newzoo forecasts revenue will reach .9 billion in 2025 and potentially billion by 2027.

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March 31, 2025

Elon Musk’s estranged daughter weighs in on his pro gamer claims: ‘He was a Bronze Torbjörn main. He was f*ing dogsht’

Vivian Jenna Wilson, the estranged daughter of Elon Musk, discussed her father's gaming skills on Hasan Piker's Twitch channel, recalling that when she was 12, Musk was Bronze in Overwatch while she and her twin were not. She suggested he wanted them to play ranked with him to help him win. Musk has admitted to using paid account boosting in games like Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2, which has raised questions about his gaming credibility. Wilson has criticized Musk's political views, particularly his support for anti-trans extremism, and described him as "cold" and "narcissistic," alleging he pressured her to appear more masculine. Musk has referred to Wilson, who is transgender, as "dead" and continues to use her birth name, complicating their relationship.

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March 13, 2025

Today’s Steam Spring Sale features my absolute favorite game of all time – here’s when the sale starts and all the key info

The Steam Spring Sale 2025 will feature discounts on a variety of games, including confirmed titles such as The Long Dark, Sifu, Ballionaire, Balatro, Witchfire, Helldivers 2, Escape Simulator, The Isle, Earth Defense Force 6, ATLYSS, Unrailed 2: Back on Track, Nine Sols, Outer Wilds, Airborne Empire, Animal Well, and Life Is Strange: Double Exposure. The event will conclude on Thursday, March 20 at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT / 5 PM GMT. Steam typically has its largest sales during the Summer and Winter events.

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March 13, 2025

Steam Spring Sale start time confirmed: Here’s when you can save on latest PC games today

Steam has launched its Spring Sale 2025, starting on March 13 at 6 PM GMT and lasting for one week. The sale features discounts on a variety of games, including AAA titles and indie games. Notable past discounts included games like Baldur's Gate 3, Starfield, Diablo 4, and Resident Evil 4 Remake. The sale may include titles such as The Long Dark, Sifu, Witchfire, and many others, with discounts potentially reaching up to 95%. Steam Deck owners will also find compatible games on sale.

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December 24, 2024

PC Gamer’s highest review scores of 2024

Concerns about "score inflation" in gaming reviews have been raised, with a score of 90% expected to represent an exceptional game. PC Gamer has not awarded a score higher than 98%, with Baldur's Gate 3 receiving the highest score of 97% in its UK edition. The 2024 Game of the Year Award winners are not included, but the year featured quality titles. Scores and their corresponding games include: - 89%: - Persona 3 Reload - Tekken 8 - Dragon's Dogma 2 - V Rising - Little Kitty, Big City - Lorelai and the Laser Eyes - 90%: - Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 - Shogun Showdown - Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred - Satisfactory - Riven - Animal Well - Granblue Fantasy: Relink - 91%: - Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake - Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance - Wild Bastards - Balatro - 92%: - Destiny 2: The Final Shape - Factorio: Space Age - 94%: - Caves of Qud - 95%: - Not specified in the provided text.