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AppWizard

October 27, 2025

Minecraft Story Mode : 10 Years of Nostalgia

In the mid-2010s, Minecraft Story Mode became a cultural phenomenon, featuring a narrative-driven game with the character Jesse, whose gender could be chosen. Season One consists of eight episodes divided into two arcs, where Jesse and friends confront the "Wither Storm" and seek the "Order of the Stone," ultimately becoming the "New Order of the Stone." Season Two includes five episodes where Jesse is chosen by the "Admin" and must escape imprisonment while the Admin causes chaos. Despite its acclaim, Telltale Games faced bankruptcy in 2018, halting any continuation of the series, and digital sales have ceased. Criticism has been directed at the game's pacing and the balance between narrative and gameplay. A fan-driven remake is in progress as the series approaches its 10th anniversary.

AppWizard

August 31, 2025

Report shows 90% of European gaming revenue in 2024 was digital purchases, but only 15% was on PC

Recent findings indicate that digital purchases dominate the gaming market in Europe, with 90% of overall gaming revenue in 2024 coming from digital sales, marking a 5% increase from the previous year. Physical game purchases have decreased to 10% of total revenue, down from 20% in 2020, representing a 50% decline over four years. Overall gaming revenue grew by 4% in 2024. The reasons for the decline in physical sales remain unclear, whether due to consumer preference for digital formats or fewer physical game releases.

AppWizard

July 29, 2025

7 in 10 German game purchases are now digital downloads

Digital downloads represent 70% of all video game purchases in the German market, according to a report from the German Games Industry Association (game) released on July 29. The share of digital downloads increased by 8% in 2024, rising from 60% to 68%, while physical media accounts for 32% of purchases. Nearly all PC games (99%) were acquired digitally in 2024, and digital purchases of console games increased from 40% in 2023 to 44% in 2024. Physical media still holds 56% of the console market. Individuals aged 20 to 29 purchase 77% of their games as downloads, while those aged 50 and above account for 47% of all physical purchases. The German games industry is facing a downturn, with a 4% decline in the number of game companies in 2025 and a 6% decrease in total sales revenue from 2023 to 2024. There was a 17% decrease in purchases across mobile, PC, and console games, and a 10% drop in hardware sales, although revenue from online gaming services increased by 12% since 2023.

AppWizard

June 2, 2025

Games Inbox: Will Nintendo games ever come to PC?

Nintendo is being speculated to potentially embrace PC gaming, partly due to an incident where an Xbox website mistakenly listed Xenoblade Chronicles X, leading to discussions about a possible collaboration with Microsoft. Historically, Microsoft has attempted to acquire Nintendo twice, which could influence Nintendo's decisions on PC support. This relationship might allow Nintendo to utilize Microsoft's server capabilities for game streaming or share development costs for new titles. Meanwhile, Sony appears to be losing influence in the gaming market despite strong PlayStation 5 sales. The gaming community has mixed feelings about recent releases, with some expressing disappointment over the quality of titles like Elden Ring Nightreign. Players are also finding enjoyment in games like Horizon Zero Dawn, and there is a growing trend for gamers to seek affordable physical copies of games through platforms like Vinted. The anticipation for the Switch 2's midnight launch reflects a nostalgic aspect of gaming culture, while consumers are navigating the balance between supporting brands like Nintendo and managing personal finances amidst rising costs.

AppWizard

May 27, 2025

More than 60% of Capcom’s digital game sales last year were on PC

Capcom's strategic shift towards the PC gaming market has been successful, particularly after the release of Monster Hunter World on PC, which was initially delayed but received a positive response. The company aimed for 50% of its sales to come from PC by 2022 or 2023. Capcom has reported eight consecutive years of record profits, with 60% of its digital game sales in the last fiscal year coming from PC, contributing to over 54% of total game sales. Despite initial performance issues, Monster Hunter Wilds has performed well on Steam, with over half of its sales in February 2025 originating from this platform. Capcom is committed to releasing titles simultaneously on PC and consoles, indicating a promising outlook for future releases.

AppWizard

May 27, 2025

Capcom reveals its PC game sales overshadow console, and it’s only growing

Capcom's fiscal results for 2024 show that digital sales on PC have surpassed those on consoles, with PC sales at 60% and console sales at 40%. Capcom sold approximately 28.2 million games on PC and 19.5 million on consoles, marking an increase from the previous year when PC sales were 52%. The success of titles like Monster Hunter Wilds contributed to this growth. Additionally, the Resident Evil series has sold 170 million units, and the Monster Hunter series has reached 120 million units. Capcom aims for a 10% growth in operating profit for fiscal year 2026, focusing on digital sales and PC platforms.