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June 15, 2026

New The Witcher multiplayer game leaks, as a free-to-play PC and mobile RPG

MP1st has launched an official account on X (formerly Twitter) to enhance audience engagement and provide real-time updates on gaming news, reviews, and insights. The account aims to foster interaction with followers, share timely information on game releases and industry events, and diversify content offerings, including polls and Q&A sessions.

AppWizard

June 14, 2026

Sony pulling back from PC also means it’s pulling back from China

Sony has shifted away from porting singleplayer PlayStation titles to PC, raising concerns about competition with Valve. Alinea Insights reported that 42% of Death Stranding 2's PC sales came from China, its largest market on Steam. Approximately 39.48% of Steam users have their language set to English, while 21.85% prefer Simplified Chinese, representing over 30 million players. Shift Up, developer of Stellar Blade, announced they will not partner with Sony for the sequel, focusing on a global market strategy. Alinea's analysis shows that releasing games on PC does not harm PlayStation sales; Death Stranding 2 saw increased PS sales following its PC launch, and Stellar Blade also experienced a rise in PS5 sales despite not being discounted. Launching games on PC broadens the player base and enhances marketing opportunities.

AppWizard

June 14, 2026

Gears of War: E-Day Demands just 12GB RAM and an RTX 2060, Defying PC Players’ Worst Fears

The Coalition is a leading developer of Unreal Engine and is set to release Gears of War: E-Day on October 6, 2026. They have showcased two Unreal Engine 5 demos: Alpha Point in 2021 and The Cavern in 2022. The minimum system requirements for the game include Windows 10 64-bit, AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel i7-6850K, 12 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 or AMD Radeon RX 6600, DirectX Version 12, a broadband internet connection, and 130 GB of SSD storage. The recommended specifications are Windows 11 64-bit, AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or Intel i5-11600K, 16 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, DirectX Version 12, a broadband internet connection, and 130 GB of SSD storage. The game will feature borderless/exclusive/windowed display modes, uncapped frame rates, ultrawide support, keyboard and mouse/controller remapping, 4K Ultra HD with HDR10, hardware ray-traced lighting, and full optimization for handheld play. The game will not be available on PlayStation 5.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

$130 Worth of Steam Games Now 100% Free

Steam currently offers eight games for free download, the highest number of complimentary titles released this year. These games are playable on PC and many are verified for the Steam Deck. The free games include: 1. The Red Lantern - A narrative-driven dog sledding adventure from 2021, available until June 18, with an 84% approval rating from 888 user reviews. 2. Happy’s Humble Burger Farm - A horror adventure cooking simulation from 2021, available until June 15, with a 93% approval rating from 1,654 user reviews. 3. Gravity Circuit - A 2D action platformer released in 2023, available until June 14, with a 95% approval rating from 2,127 user reviews. 4. Tell Me Why - A narrative adventure game from Dontnod Entertainment and Xbox Game Studios, available until July 1, with an 80% approval rating from 7,952 user reviews. Additionally, four other free games are available: - Wild Terra 2: New Lands - Free until June 15 - Eets - Free until June 15 - Linebound - Free until July 1 - PICO Park: Classic Edition - Free until June 14

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Get Bethesda games for cheap with this mystery bundle on Fanatical

The VIP Mystery Bundle - Bethesda Edition is available for £5.59 and includes three games, one of which is a mystery title. The primary option features one Bethesda game and two indie games with a Steam rating of Very Positive or higher. There is also a Bethesda AAA VIP Pack option that includes five AAA Bethesda games: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Starfield, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Deathloop.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Anno 117, Final Fantasy VII, Rematch, and more

The Epic Games Store is offering free copies of Warhammer 40K Speed Freeks and The Ouroboros King until June 11. Speed Freeks is a multiplayer racing game featuring Ork vehicles, while Ouroboros King combines chess with tactical roguelike elements. The Humble Store has launched The Complete Inkle Library charity bundle, which includes Heaven's Vault and other titles, available for nearly three weeks. The GOG store is also featuring DRM-free discounts on various games, with offers for members and limited-time promotions. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

AppWizard

June 12, 2026

Google VP John Maletis confirms Googlebooks will run Android apps far better than Chromebooks

Chrome Unboxed offers a membership called Chrome Unboxed Plus, which provides an ad-free experience, access to a private Discord, and additional perks. Google is developing the Googlebook category directly on the Android tech stack, allowing apps to run natively without an emulation layer, significantly improving performance. This change enables applications to utilize hardware capabilities fully, resulting in a smoother user experience. The unified foundation of Googlebooks encourages developers to optimize their apps for various devices, facilitating a "Build Once, Deploy Anywhere" approach. This shift has led to increased enthusiasm among developers, with many creating integrations specifically for Googlebooks. The success of Googlebooks will depend on effective software execution, as it aims to provide high-speed performance without the limitations of traditional operating systems.

BetaBeacon

June 12, 2026

Arm is bringing Android its own version of DLSS – game with Unreal MegaLights will show it off

Arm has announced that advanced rendering features like ray tracing, Unreal MegaLights, and neural supersampling will soon be available on new Android mobile devices. A tech demo called Neural Dawn by Sumo Digital showcases ray tracing at playable framerates with AI-based upscaling, exclusive to devices equipped with an upcoming successor to Arm's Mali G1 GPU. This will be the first mobile game to support Unreal Engine 5's MegaLights, previously exclusive to high-end console and PC games. The next generation of Mali G1 will introduce support for neural upscaling features similar to Nvidia's DLSS technology.

AppWizard

June 12, 2026

‘Minecraft’ pop-up event coming to Alton Towers this summer

Merlin Entertainments is enhancing its partnership with Minecraft by launching the 'Minecraft Meet the Mobs' pop-up experience at Alton Towers from July 18 to August 28. This event allows guests to interact with baby mobs in six Minecraft-themed scenes and includes activities like a mob trail for exclusive in-game rewards. Guests can also take photos with characters such as Iron Golem and Creeper, and enjoy themed snacks and merchandise. The experience is included with standard park admission. Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time, with over 350 million copies sold, and is set to become the first-ever theme park land at Chessington World of Adventures in a £50 million project opening in 2027. Merlin's collaboration with Mojang Studios was announced in 2024, with plans to invest over £85 million in new attractions in the UK and US.

AppWizard

June 12, 2026

Save Big and Play Bigger: GeForce NOW Summer Sale Brings Major Membership Savings

The GeForce NOW summer sale offers discounts on 12-month memberships, with significant savings on both Performance and Ultimate plans. The Performance membership supports streaming up to 1080p at 60 fps, while the Ultimate membership provides RTX 4080 or 5080-class performance, enabling up to 4K resolution and 120 fps. The service simplifies gaming by managing installations and updates in the cloud, allowing access to a vast library of games without the need for expensive hardware. Upcoming titles include Guild Wars 3, which is set to launch soon, and players can currently enjoy Guild Wars 2 and Guild Wars Reforged with exclusive rewards. New releases on GeForce NOW include NBA THE RUN, Witchspire, SpaceCraft, Duet Night Abyss, DOOM Eternal, and The Elder Scrolls Online. Pro Cycling Manager 26 is set to launch on June 15, and Denshattack! is expected on July 15.