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Megabonk developer withdraws from 'Best Debut Indie Game' nomination at The Game Awards for a pretty good reason: 'It's not my debut game'
AppWizard
November 19, 2025

Megabonk developer withdraws from ‘Best Debut Indie Game’ nomination at The Game Awards for a pretty good reason: ‘It’s not my debut game’

Megabonk has sold one million copies within two weeks of its release and received a nomination for Best Debut Indie Game at The Game Awards 2025. The developer, vedinad, withdrew the game from consideration, stating that it does not qualify as a debut game due to his previous experience creating games under different studio names. Geoff Keighley, host of The Game Awards, expressed gratitude for vedinad's transparency regarding the nomination.
PC Gaming Show @ TGS 2025 Coverage
AppWizard
September 29, 2025

PC Gaming Show @ TGS 2025 Coverage

The PC Gaming Show at TGS 2025 showcased over 30 upcoming PC games. Key announcements include: - Nightdive Studios is remaking "Blood," set to launch on December 4th. - "Earth Must Die," a point-and-click adventure, features a voice cast including Ben Starr and Tamsin Greig; release date TBA. - A demo for "Minos," where players build labyrinths, is available now. - "Moomintroll: Winter's Warmth," a sequel to Snufkin, is in development. - "Awaysis," a dungeon brawler, has playtest sign-ups available. - "Billie Bust Up," a 3D platformer, has a new gameplay trailer; release date TBA. - "Yakuza Kiwami 3" will launch on February 11th, 2026, featuring an alternative storyline. - "Gravebound," an online extraction shooter, has a free playtest available now. - "Kaiju Cleanup" has playtest signups available. - "HOTEL BARCELONA" is out now, blending horror and action. - "Mars Tactics" will release in May 2026. - "CLAWPUNK," a roguelite, is set to launch on November 14th. - "Killing Floor 3" will receive a major update on Halloween. - "Farmbotic," a co-op farming game, is launching in 2026. - "Denshattack!" is a train stunt game coming in 2026. - "Doomspire," a roguelike deckbuilder, is out now. - "MotionRec," a puzzle platformer, is coming later this year. - "Mind Diver," a mystery adventure, is out now. - "JOIN US," a cult simulation game, is set for 2026. - "Threads of Time," a visually stunning title, has no release date yet. - "Soulmask" will leave Early Access in Q4 2025. - "Outward 2" is set for a Summer 2026 release. - "House Flipper 2" will introduce a Pets DLC next year. - "OKU," a narrative-driven game, has no release date yet. - "Morbid Metal," a single-player hack and slash roguelite, will open playtests soon. - "Huntsman," a horror game featuring giant spiders, is set to release in November 2025. - "RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores" is coming in 2026. - "Absolum," a beat 'em up roguelite, launches on October 9th. - "Task Time," a competitive party game, has a playtest available now. - "BrokenLore: DON'T LIE," a psychological horror game, is in development.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (September 29, 2025)
AppWizard
September 29, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (September 29, 2025)

On an average day, Steam sees the release of approximately a dozen new games. Blippo+ - Release: September 24 - Developer: YACHT, Telefantasy Studios, Noble Robot - Description: A political simulation game where players retain the presidency of the United States amid historical events. Mind Diver - Release: September 28 - Developer: Indoor Sunglasses - Description: A first-person detective adventure focused on restoring lost memories to solve a missing persons case. Aethermancer - Release: September 23 - Developer: moi rai games - Description: A roguelite combining monster collection with strategic gameplay, currently in early access. Videonauts - Release: September 27 - Developer: resnijars - Description: A stylish top-down RPG where players escape a mansion filled with puzzles and quirky encounters.
How to watch PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct — PC Gamer's digital 2025 showcase
AppWizard
September 26, 2025

How to watch PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct — PC Gamer’s digital 2025 showcase

PC Gamer will debut its inaugural PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct on September 28, 2025, at 9 am PT, 12 noon ET, 5 pm BST (or September 29, 2025, at 1 am JST). The event will be hosted by Elle Osili Wood and Midas, featuring a showcase of several upcoming PC games. The show will be available on YouTube, Twitch, X, Facebook, GamesRadar+, Steam, and Bilibili. A total of 30 games will be featured, including confirmed titles like Huntsman, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, Killing Floor 3's latest updates, Morbid Metal, and Mars Tactics. Partners contributing to the showcase include Annapurna Interactive, Devolver Digital, Ubisoft, and others. The event coincides with the Tokyo Game Show 2025, which begins on September 25.
Stellar Blade PC Success is Indicative of Booming South Korean Gaming Industry
AppWizard
August 15, 2025

Stellar Blade PC Success is Indicative of Booming South Korean Gaming Industry

In its first three days of release on PC, Stellar Blade sold one million copies, contributing to a total of three million copies sold across PC and console platforms. A sequel is confirmed with a projected launch set for 2027. The game has received positive reviews for its combat mechanics and has benefited from the rising popularity of Korean culture. In 2023, Lies of P also gained acclaim, while Crimson Desert is generating hype despite a delay until 2026. The indie game Dave the Diver showcases the industry's expansion beyond traditional platforms. Additionally, Chinese developers have made significant progress, with Black Myth Wukong selling 20 million copies in its first month and boosting tourism to regions depicted in the game.
This freaky Lovecraftian horror FPS is coming to Xbox and PS5, with a demo on Steam now — the devs said "you never know" about Game Pass, too
AppWizard
July 31, 2025

This freaky Lovecraftian horror FPS is coming to Xbox and PS5, with a demo on Steam now — the devs said “you never know” about Game Pass, too

Beneath is an upcoming survival horror first-person shooter set to launch in 2025 on Xbox, PS5, and PC, developed by Camel 101 and published by Wired Productions. The game combines stealth mechanics and ammunition scarcity similar to Metro with intense combat and supernatural elements akin to F.E.A.R. It features Lovecraftian themes and is set primarily near, on, or beneath the ocean. Players will assume the role of Noah Quinn, an experienced diver facing nightmarish creatures and an ancient evil while trying to protect his daughter and humanity. The game includes adaptive AI enemies and limited ammunition, requiring players to strategize and use stealth. A free-to-play demo is available on Steam until August 4, 2025.
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