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December 28, 2024

Weekend PC Game Deals: Even more winter sales and daily freebies

The Epic Games Store is offering a free copy of Hot Wheels Unleashed, a racing game developed by Milestone, which features drifting mechanics and a customizable track builder. The giveaway ends at 8 AM PT on December 28. The Steam Winter Sale is ongoing, providing substantial discounts on thousands of titles. The GOG store is also running a winter sale, offering a free copy of The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav along with other discounted games.

TrendTechie

December 27, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard слили на торренты спустя 2 часа после выхода

Dragon Age: The Veilguard was globally released on October 31. Within hours of its launch, the game was available on torrent sites due to the absence of Denuvo DRM protection. The leaked version requires over 89 GB of free space and has subtitles in Russian, but voice acting is only in English, French, and German. The game is available for purchase on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series, with varying prices.

TrendTechie

December 26, 2024

Overclockers.ru: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle появилась на на торрентах за несколько дней до релиза

The game "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" experienced a piracy incident shortly before its official release, with early access owners inadvertently leaking a complete version. Although the developers did not use Denuvo DRM, the game was protected by an internal Steam mechanism that was eventually bypassed by hackers. The online performance on Steam has been disappointing, with a peak of just over 2,196 concurrent players. The game has received a 92% positive rating on Steam and an average score of 86 on Metacritic. The official launch is set for December 9, 2024.

TrendTechie

December 23, 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard сольют на торренты быстрее, чем многие ожидали

BioWare has announced that Dragon Age: The Veilguard will be released on October 31, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. The game will not include Denuvo or any other DRM systems, which may facilitate piracy. Xbox users can pre-download the game now, while PlayStation 5 preloading will begin on October 29 at 19:00 MSK.

TrendTechie

December 21, 2024

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 появится на торрентах в день релиза? В игре нет защиты Denuvo

On November 20, GSC Game World will release S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, which will not include Denuvo anti-piracy protection and will be available on the GOG digital store without DRM. It is expected that pirated versions of the game will appear on torrent sites within hours of its release. The minimum system requirements for the game are Windows 10, Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580, 8 GB RAM, and 150 GB disk space (SSD recommended). The recommended requirements are Windows 10/11, Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super or AMD RX 5700 XT, 16 GB RAM, and 150 GB disk space (SSD required). Initial impressions from major publications and gaming expos are positive, highlighting the game's visual fidelity, mechanics, NPC intelligence, nonlinear quests, and expansive map, though some concerns were raised about a lengthy introduction and technical glitches. Journalists were not allowed to record gameplay footage, which has led to apprehensions about the unfiltered gameplay experience.

AppWizard

December 21, 2024

Weekend PC Game Deals: Winter Sales 2024 Edition

Humble is offering the Silent Night Deadly Night Bundle, which includes seven DRM-free games. The first tier features Aragami, They Always Run, Kunai, and Sclash. For a higher price, players can unlock Aragami 2 and Furi, with Slave Zero X available at the final tier. The bundle provides DRM-free GOG keys. The Epic Games Store is hosting a holiday giveaway with daily free games. Today's game is Astrea: Six-Sided Oracles, a roguelike deckbuilder that uses dice. The final Steam sale of 2024 has started, featuring thousands of discounts on popular games without the need for coupons. The GOG store's winter sale includes over 6,000 DRM-free games, with a free game, Chicken Assassin: Reloaded, currently available. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

TrendTechie

December 18, 2024

Гейб умрёт, а ваши игры заберут: пришло время GOG

GOG is a digital platform that allows users to own their games without the constraints of DRM policies. Users can download game files directly to their hard drives, ensuring long-term access to their games. GOG promotes a DRM-free philosophy, allowing players to enjoy their games without restrictions. The platform celebrates gaming heritage by bridging the past and present, providing a safe space for gamers to maintain their collections.

AppWizard

December 14, 2024

Weekend PC Game Deals: Daily encore bundles, nominee discounts, and more

The Humble Store is offering encore events featuring popular bundles such as Sci-Fi Shooters, Disney Classics, Metroidvania Mania, and Deckbuilders for a limited time. The Epic Games Store has launched holiday promotions, including a free copy of The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, available until December 19. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is offering a week-long trial on Steam until December 20, focusing on multiplayer features. The GOG store's Winter Sale includes discounts on over 6,000 DRM-free titles and a giveaway for The Whispered World: Special Edition. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

AppWizard

December 14, 2024

GOG’s Winter Sale Is Now Live, Save On Over 6,500 PC Games

GOG has launched its annual Winter Sale, featuring discounts on over 6,500 games, running until January 3, 2025. Free games and downloadable content are available daily until December 31, with The Whispered World free until December 15. Classic games are available for under , including Dragon Age Origins and System Shock 2. Cyberpunk 2077 is discounted, and its expansion Phantom Liberty is also available at a reduced price. Other notable discounts include Batman: Arkham Knight’s Premium Edition, Hotline Miami, and Alien Isolation: The Collection. GOG offers DRM-free games and ensures older titles are compatible with modern systems.

AppWizard

December 14, 2024

Weekend PC Download Deals for Dec. 13: The Game Awards on Steam

The Game Awards have ended, but the Steam sale is ongoing, offering discounts on nominees and past winners, including 30% off the upcoming PC port of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. The Epic Holiday Sale features discounts on titles like Alan Wake 2 and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, while the GOG.com Winter Sale offers deals on thousands of DRM-free games. The Epic Games Store is giving away The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria for free until 12/19, and Prime Gaming has Destiny 2: The Final Shape for .99 (50% off). Gamers can use the coupon code DEC15 for a 15% discount on PC games at Green Man Gaming. Humble Choice subscribers can access a selection of games for .99 per month, including Bomb Rush Cyberfunk and Old World, and there are various pay-what-you-want offers for additional titles.