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November 7, 2025

Frostpunk 2 just hit its cheapest price ever, ahead of the city-building game’s first DLC

Frostpunk 2 is set to release its first DLC, Fractured Utopias, next month. The game takes place 30 years after a catastrophic blizzard, where players govern New London, balancing survival and leadership. It retains mechanics from the original while introducing a citizen council for political dynamics. The game is currently available for .39 / £19.75 on Fanatical, with a 48% discount, the lowest price ever. This offer is valid until 4pm PST / 7pm EST on November 17, 2025, or by 12am GMT / 1am CEST on November 18, 2025.

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November 6, 2025

PC gamers finally get iconic franchise on Xbox Game Pass

Baldur's Gate and Baldur's Gate II: Enhanced Editions are now available on Xbox Game Pass for PC, expanding their accessibility beyond traditional consoles. They were initially scheduled to launch in October but faced a delay. The games, originally released in 1998 and 2000, feature upgraded visuals and a modernized user interface in their Enhanced Editions from 2019. Unlocking all achievements in these games may take between 150 to 200 hours. Additionally, five games are set to leave the Game Pass on November 11, including Football Manager 2024 and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is scheduled to launch on November 14.

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November 4, 2025

Game Pass is about to lose its most immersive, hardcore survival game, so play it while you can

Stalker 2 and Frostpunk are set to exit Microsoft’s Game Pass subscription service on Saturday, November 15. Stalker 2, known for its FPS combat and narrative set in the Chernobyl exclusion zone, has improved since its initial release. Frostpunk challenges players to build a city in a post-disaster world and will be succeeded by Frostpunk 2, which remains available on Game Pass. Other titles leaving on the same date include Blacksmith Master, Football Manager 2024, and Spirittea.

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November 1, 2025

The first Frostpunk 2 DLC makes factions matter way more, and you can sign up to try it early if you’re fast

The Frostpunk 2 Fractured Utopias DLC is the first paid content patch for the city-building game, enhancing gameplay with new features and faction dynamics. Players can explore various skill trees, engage in over 100 narrative events, and choose from eight distinct factions, including the Technocrats and Legionnaires, each with unique survival and governance strategies. The expansion introduces new challenges, such as the Plague and Doomsayers scenarios. A playtest is currently ongoing until November 3, with the DLC set to launch on December 8, 2025. Frostpunk 2 is currently available at a discount.

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October 30, 2025

Frostpunk 2 dev shares emergency crash fix as master city builders reach settlement sizes previously thought impossible

Frostpunk 2 is set three decades after a catastrophic blizzard, where players manage resources in a community facing severe winter challenges. The game allows for unprecedented settlement sizes due to a new sandbox mode, surprising the developers at 11 bit studios. However, players have encountered issues with save files not loading and game crashes due to exceeding the maximum number of manageable objects. The studio has provided guidance for players to manually adjust the object limit but warns it should be a last resort. The latest patch, hotfix 1.4.2, also includes enhancements such as fixes for unresponsive economy overlays, missing tooltips, and startup problems related to chapter five. Instructions for adjusting the object limit are available in the patch notes.

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October 15, 2025

RPG developer Owlcat launches free game dev learning resource: ‘A rising tide truly lifts all ships’

Cyprus-based Owlcat Games has launched the GameDev Learning Drop, a free directory of resources for game developers, in collaboration with several game studios and publishers, including Midwest Games, Fireshine Games, Gaijin Entertainment, and 11 Bit Studios. The initiative features over 350 curated learning resources covering topics like game design, programming, narrative design, and project management. The project originated from Owlcat's internal practice of sharing valuable resources among team members. The GameDev Learning Drop is intended to be a continuously updated resource, allowing other developers and publishers to contribute materials for review and inclusion.

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October 2, 2025

Microsoft Just Added Over 45 New Games to Xbox Game Pass, Including Hogwarts Legacy and Ubisoft’s Back Catalog — Here’s the Full List

Microsoft has increased the monthly subscription fee for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tier from .99 to .99. The Ultimate tier now includes Ubisoft+ Classics and offers access to Hogwarts Legacy, which is also available in the new Premium tier but not in the Essential tier. The Premium tier has added over 40 new games, including Diablo IV and Hogwarts Legacy, and will provide new Xbox-published games within a year of their release, excluding Call of Duty titles. The Essential tier features over 50 games, including Hades and Cities: Skylines – Remastered.

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August 27, 2025

Over 7,000 PC Games Are On Sale Right Now On GOG

GOG is hosting a Back-To-School Sale from August 26 to September 10, featuring approximately 7,480 discounted video game titles. The sale includes popular games such as Cyberpunk 2077, Fallout 4: GOTY Edition, Divinity: Original Sin 2, and The Witcher series, among others. Gamers are encouraged to share their discoveries and discuss their finds in the community.

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August 25, 2025

All games releasing in September 2025 on PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC | Esports News

In September 2025, several major game releases are scheduled, including: - Hollow Knight: Silksong (September 4) - Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion (September 5) - Cronos: The New Dawn (September 5) - Frostpunk 2 (September 18) - Silent Hill f (September 25) - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (September 25) - Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac (September 26) - Atelier Resleriana (September 26) - EA Sports FC 26 (September 26) - Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (September 30) - Lego Party (September 30) Additional notable releases include: - Baby Steps (September 8) - Bubsy: The Purrfect Collection (September 9) - Borderlands 4 (September 12) - LEGO Voyagers (September 15) - Dying Light: The Beast (September 19) - Slime Rancher 2 (September 23)

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August 6, 2025

Save Up To 96% And Get Free Games In Fanatical’s Summer Sale

Fanatical has launched its Summer Sale 2025, offering discounts on PC games, including a Bonus Drop deal with random prizes. The sale features daily Flash Deals with steep discounts, such as Frostpunk 2 for .49, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered for .59, and Monster Hunter Wilds for .49 on August 5. Other notable discounts include Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Elden Ring Nightreign for .19, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for .49, and Age of Mythology: Retold Premium Edition. Capcom's Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition is available for .39, and the Year 3 Fighters Pass can be purchased for .50 using the promo code FANATICAL15. The Year 3 Ultimate Pass is available for .80 with the same code. All purchases come with official game keys, primarily for Steam.