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AppWizard

June 9, 2025

PC Gaming Show: Morbid Metal

Players in Morbid Metal control a sophisticated AI navigating a challenging simulation, managing multiple subroutines and switching between three distinct characters, each with unique abilities. The game features dynamic gameplay where players enhance their skills and unlock new abilities, allowing for creative character combinations and powerful attack synergies. A single mistake can result in defeat, sending players back to the start. Morbid Metal was showcased at the PC Gaming Show and is set for Steam Early Access launch on August 21, 2025, with a demo available during the Steam Next Fest.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Includes Guest Drivers from Minecraft, Like a Dragon, More

SEGA has released a new trailer for its racing game, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, showcasing vibrant graphics and gameplay. The game features a lineup of special guest characters, including Ichiban Kasuga from Like a Dragon, Joker from Persona 5, Hatsune Miku, and characters from Minecraft. The game is set to be released on September 25, 2025.

TrendTechie

May 30, 2025

Релиз Elden Ring Nightreign: высокий онлайн, много критики и появление на торрентах

FromSoftware has released Elden Ring Nightreign, a game featuring roguelike elements and cooperative action set in the universe of Elden Ring. Players explore the lands of Limvelda, engaging in battles against bosses and navigating procedurally generated environments. The game offers a solo mode and allows players to choose from eight unique characters. At launch, it achieved a peak of 313,593 concurrent players on Steam, but only 68% of players recommend it. Critics noted the absence of a two-player mode, excessive pace for solo players, lack of gameplay variety, and insufficient support for ultra-wide monitors. The game received a score of 80 on OpenCritic and a 78% recommendation rate. FromSoftware released patch 1.01 to address player concerns and Bandai Namco promoted the game with a trailer featuring a new character and a music video for Evanescence's "Bring Me to Life."

AppWizard

May 26, 2025

3D platformer action adventure game Big Hops announced for PC

Big Hops is a 3D platformer where players control Hop, a young frog kidnapped by a spirit named Diss. The objective is to reunite with Hop's family by gathering Airship Parts while navigating challenges such as infiltrating the Gulley Gang’s Hideout, rescuing workers from DrillCO, and sneaking past cultists. The game features self-contained narratives in each world, with dynamic gameplay mechanics centered on movement and frog-tongue interactions. Players can use various Veggies for creative problem-solving, and collectibles enhance gameplay and customization options. The game includes four main worlds—Forest, Desert, Ocean, and Mountain—offering diverse environments and challenges. Chris Wade, the creator, aimed to modernize the 3D platformer genre, drawing inspiration from various games and shows.

AppWizard

May 22, 2025

Warhammer 40K: Boltgun 2 is coming to PC in 2026

Big Fan Games has announced the sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, titled Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2, set to launch on PC in 2026. The game features a branching single-player campaign with new locations, explosive combat mechanics, and a Navigation Guide system for improved maneuverability. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10, an AMD Phenom II X4 965 or Intel Core i3-2120 processor, 8 GB RAM, 1 GB VRAM (AMD Radeon HD 7770 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560), DirectX 11, and 5 GB of available storage. Recommended specifications include an AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or Intel Core i5-8400 processor, 8 GB RAM, 3 GB VRAM (AMD Radeon RX 580 or NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti), DirectX 11, and 5 GB of available storage. An exact release date has not been confirmed.

AppWizard

May 11, 2025

The best FPS of 2024 simply cannot stop adding new maps, introducing 37 new arenas, 4 new weapons, and a ‘Horrible Smelly Head’ in its latest update

Straftat is a micro-first-person shooter developed by the Lemaitre brothers, featuring a fast-paced 1v1 duel format. The game includes dozens of unique weapons, 150 creatively designed maps, and a variety of hats, all available for free, with an optional £4.29 DLC that nearly doubles the map count and adds features. Continuous updates have introduced new maps, a training area inspired by their previous game Babbdi, an optional weapon randomizer, and exclusive DLC cosmetics. Future features teased by the developers include a 4-player free-for-all mode and a 2v2 Team Deathmatch, with some new maps designed for larger player counts.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Hazelight’s Split Fiction sells over 4 million copies in 2 months

Hazelight's Split Fiction sold over a million copies within two days of its release. The game is being considered for a film adaptation in collaboration with Story Kitchen, but co-founder Josef Fares is skeptical about its progress. The studio plans to continue creating original co-op experiences and has no intention of developing live service games.

AppWizard

April 30, 2025

Top Explosive Upcoming PC Games You Can’t Miss in 2025

- Game of Thrones: Kingsroad (TBA) will blend strategic gameplay with narrative depth in the lore of Westeros. - The Last Voyage is set to launch in Q4 2023, featuring a mysterious journey across uncharted waters. - Echoes of the Past is scheduled for early 2024 and will include a gripping narrative with intricate puzzles. - Cybernetic Dawn (TBA) offers a mix of action and strategy in a technology-dominated future. - Whispering Shadows is set for mid-2024 and is a horror adventure with atmospheric graphics. - Legends of the Forgotten Realm (TBA) is a fantasy RPG featuring vast landscapes and mythical creatures. - Galactic Conquest will launch in late 2023, focusing on empire-building and diplomacy in an interstellar setting. - The Enigma Files is set for release in Q1 2024, where players will act as detectives unraveling mysteries. - Realm of Shadows (TBA) features a dark fantasy setting with unique art style and engaging combat mechanics. - Timekeeper’s Legacy is set to debut in late 2023, combining time manipulation with puzzle-solving.

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

Medieval strategy sim Manor Lords is getting proper AI village-building, an upkeep system and fancier castles

In Manor Lords, a medieval strategy city builder by Slavic Magic and Hooded Horse, developers have announced updates as the game nears its first anniversary. Key updates include: - New buildings such as a quarry for stone mining and a lime kiln for construction. - Visual enhancements to the user interface and map resource nodes, along with improved castle components. - AI improvements allowing it to construct and manage small villages with new features like burgage plots. - Introduction of a new upkeep system requiring consistent resource flow for buildings like smithies and mines. - Modifications to the Record View for regional production and consumption tracking. - A rewritten pathfinding system for multi-story castles to improve unit navigation. The team has expanded since the game's early access debut and is focused on enhancing gameplay and AI capabilities.

AppWizard

April 12, 2025

Narrative puzzle game Causal Loop announced for PC

Publisher Headup and developer Mirebound Interactive have announced the narrative puzzle game Causal Loop, which features a science-fiction storyline focused on time, consequence, and survival. The game will be available on PC platforms such as Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, but a release date has not been provided. Causal Loop includes a unique "echo" mechanic that allows players to record, replay, and interact with up to three versions of their past selves. The narrative follows exo-archaeologist Bale and exo-linguist Jen as they explore the remnants of the lost Tor civilization on the planet Tor Ulsat. Bale activates the Chronolith, an ancient alien device, causing Jen to disappear and trapping him in a reality where time loops and echoes converge. Key features of the game include: - Mind-bending puzzles utilizing the ‘Echo Branching’ mechanic. - A mysterious alien world with fifteen chapters filled with secrets. - An emotional narrative that complements the gameplay. - Fully-voiced characters with a talented cast. - Accessibility options for inclusivity, including features for motion sickness prevention and color blindness mode.