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AppWizard

April 23, 2025

How to unlock diving in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Players can unlock the diving ability with Esquie in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by reaching relationship level 6 in act three. This level is achieved through hangout sessions at camp, which coincide with key story developments. During the final hangout, players learn that Esquie's neighbor, Francois, has been hiding the rock that grants the diving ability. Diving spots contain five Colour of Lumina, and one specific location in the final area leads to a special endgame zone.

AppWizard

April 23, 2025

10 tips to conquer the continent in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a French JRPG-style game featuring real-time combat mechanics similar to rhythm games. Players engage in exploration, which reveals lore, powerful items, optional bosses, and quests. The game includes a lumina mechanic that enhances combat effectiveness by activating additional pictos. Combat features an elemental weakness system, requiring players to adapt their strategies based on enemy vulnerabilities. Quicktime dodging, jumping, and parrying are essential skills, and Gustave's gun offers versatile combat options, including targeting weak points and dismantling enemy shields. Many exploration upgrades are optional and require engaging in side quests. Building relationships with expedition team members unlocks new abilities, and managing action points effectively is crucial for maximizing damage output. Each character has a unique playstyle, encouraging players to experiment with combinations for optimal effectiveness in battles.

AppWizard

April 19, 2025

The Best PC Games Right Now (2025)

PC gaming in 2025 features a mix of innovative remasters, indie titles, and new intellectual properties, providing a wide range of experiences for gamers. The most played games on Steam include Counter-Strike 2, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, and Dota 2, with Counter-Strike 2 leading in player engagement due to its esports scene. Notable new releases include Blue Prince, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, and Promise Mascot Agency. Other popular games outside Steam are Minecraft, Fortnite, and Valorant. Genre-specific leaders include South of Midnight for action, Myst (Remastered) for adventure, and Street Fighter 6 for fighting. Upcoming anticipated titles include Grand Theft Auto 6 and Elden Ring: Nightreign. Trends in 2025 highlight esports engagement, indie innovation, purposeful remakes, and cinematic storytelling. Last Epoch's Season 2 update has revitalized player interest with new content and enhancements. The year 2019 was significant for PC gaming, with acclaimed titles like Resident Evil 2, Control, and Disco Elysium, and marked by the influence of digital distribution platforms.

BetaBeacon

April 18, 2025

The AYANEO Pocket Micro Classic is everything I wanted the Game Boy Micro to be

The AYANEO Pocket Micro Classic is a modern handheld device inspired by the Game Boy Micro, featuring a premium metal body, large shoulder buttons, and a 3.5-inch IPS display perfect for GBA emulation. It runs on Android 13 and is powered by a Helio G99 SoC, allowing it to emulate some PS2 titles. The device is designed for discerning gamers and is priced starting at 9.

AppWizard

April 10, 2025

Review: Riding high on memes: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ brings silly, blocky chaos

The author reflects on their childhood connection to Minecraft and their recent experience watching "A Minecraft Movie." The film features animation that showcases the game's elements, although it has some minor issues. The storyline is somewhat disjointed but introduces characters in a way that mirrors a novice player's experience. Jack Black voices a character, and the film includes humorous moments and nostalgic references, such as iconic music and cameos. The author enjoyed the film despite mixed reviews and regrets not attending the opening night screening.

AppWizard

April 8, 2025

Jared Hess’ ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Proves Again that Failing Upwards Is a Hollywood Superpower

The film A Minecraft Movie has received a 48 percent rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, while audiences have given it an 88 percent score. It has achieved significant box-office success, earning 2 million domestically and over 0 million globally, making it the largest opening for any video-game adaptation, surpassing The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Director Jared Hess, despite a history of underwhelming projects, was given a budget of 0 million for this film, which benefited from established intellectual property and the star power of Jack Black and Jason Momoa.

BetaBeacon

April 7, 2025

Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – April 2025 round-up

- Songs Of Conquest Mobile is available on iOS & Android for £11.99 - The game was originally released on PC last year - The game features turn-based interactions and pixel art - It involves warring fantasy characters and Final Fantasy Tactics-style battles - The game is challenging and requires players to gather power-ups - The game has a score of 7/10

AppWizard

February 23, 2025

This New PC Game is Essentially Roguelike Star Fox

Indie developers have launched Whisker Squadron: Survivor, a roguelite shooter inspired by the Star Fox series, after a long hiatus since the last official release in 2017. The game, created by Flippfly, features on-rail shooting combined with roguelite elements, allowing players to choose ships and weapons to fight robotic enemies called The Swarm. It includes three acts with boss fights, voiced dialogues, and accessibility options. Whisker Squadron: Survivor is available on PC via Steam for .99, with a promotional price of .99 until February 28th. A Deluxe Edition is also available for .87, currently priced at .29. The recent 1.0.0 update introduced new features, improvements, and bug fixes, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

AppWizard

December 10, 2024

Fellow Diablo 2 snobs: Path of Exile 2 is the game we’ve been waiting for

Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2) entered early access on December 6, allowing players to engage with the game during a significant snowstorm. The game is an action role-playing game (ARPG) that combines elements of hacking, slashing, looting, leveling, crafting, and questing. Players can tackle challenges solo or cooperatively, with the initial act presenting a high level of difficulty. Enemy levels do not scale with the player's character, making strategy and skill essential for survival. Each boss encounter is designed to test player skill, and the game features a support gem system for creative playstyles and a customizable passive skill tree. Grinding Gear Games is addressing player feedback with hotfixes to improve gameplay, including adjustments to loot and currency drops, map systems, and dodge mechanics. PoE 2 runs smoothly on PC and is compatible with gaming handhelds, offering a visually stunning experience. It will be free-to-play after the early access phase.

AppWizard

December 2, 2024

5 biggest new games launching in December 2024 for PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, VR and PC

December 2024 will feature several high-profile game releases across various platforms. 1. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: Developed by MachineGames and published by Bethesda Softworks, this action-adventure game is set in 1937 and follows Indiana Jones on a quest to uncover the mysteries of the "Great Circle." It includes first-person exploration, puzzles, and combat in locations like Egypt and the Himalayas. 2. Marvel Rivals: A team-based PvP third-person shooter developed by NetEase Games, featuring 6v6 matches with characters from the Marvel Universe. The game focuses on hero synergies and a storyline involving Doctor Doom and his future counterpart, set in destructible environments like Asgard and Tokyo 2099. 3. Path of Exile 2: Launching on December 6, this sequel to the action RPG is set two decades after the original and features enhanced character customization and a focus on endgame content. Players will face the Count of Ogham and the Seed of Corruption. 4. Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 and 2 Remastered: Releasing on December 10, this remaster enhances graphics and gameplay of the classic series, following Raziel's quest for revenge against Kain, with improved visuals and modernized controls. 5. Alien: Rogue Incursion: Set to launch on December 19, this single-player action-horror VR game places players in the role of Zula Hendricks, investigating a distress signal on the planet Purdan while battling Xenomorphs in a research facility.