game experience Archives

AppWizard

February 11, 2025

5 PC games to play in 2025: From Warframe, and Baldur’s Gate 3 to Black Myth: Wukong and more

PC gaming in 2025 features advanced hardware technology and a diverse library of games, providing enhanced visuals and immersive gameplay. Warframe is a free-to-play MMO where players act as space ninjas, engaging in fast-paced combat and side activities like fishing and resource gathering, with ongoing updates expanding the game. Baldur's Gate 3 is a party-based RPG set in the Dungeons & Dragons universe, featuring turn-based combat, a deep narrative, and developed by Larian Studios. Valorant is a tactical shooter that combines elements of Counter-Strike and hero-based gameplay, emphasizing team coordination and unique agent abilities. Cassette Beasts is a turn-based monster-taming game where players capture and fuse creatures, featuring an engaging narrative and diverse exploration. Black Myth: Wukong is an action-adventure game based on Journey to the West, featuring an open world, intense battles, and strategic gameplay, appealing to fans of challenging action RPGs.

AppWizard

February 5, 2025

EA reverses course on Apex Legends sequel

Electronic Arts (EA) plans a significant update for Apex Legends, potentially called 'Apex 2.0', as hinted by CEO Andrew Wilson during an investor discussion. This announcement follows a decline in net bookings for the game, which has over 200 million players since its 2019 launch. Wilson emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing player experience and indicated that the update will likely occur after the launch of Battlefield Labs, expected before April 2026. The game is set to transition to a more modern engine, moving away from the current modified version of Valve's Source engine, and aims to improve server tick rates. EA also plans to expand the Apex franchise to support both competitive players and new communities.

AppWizard

December 19, 2024

Steam Replay shows how your gaming habits compare to the average user

Steam has launched the 2024 Steam Replay, allowing users to view their gaming statistics, including achievements unlocked, total games played, and longest gaming streak. Users can access their personalized recap by clicking a button at the top of the store upon logging in. The Replay includes a genre spider graph that visually represents users' gaming preferences. One user noted that their gaming time was primarily spent on virtual lottery tickets rather than fishing games, with the MOBA category being influenced by the game Deadlock and the roguelike deckbuilder category highlighted by Balatro. Voting for the 2024 Steam Awards has also begun, encouraging community engagement and discussions about gaming habits.

AppWizard

November 22, 2024

Stalker 2’s survival systems haven’t changed since the last game 15 years ago, and I’m not sure if I’m happy or disappointed

In 2007, Stalker: Shadow of Chernobyl introduced a survival game experience that emphasized vulnerability and realism, contrasting with the power fantasies of its time. Players faced dangers like bleeding, radiation, and hunger, with no fast travel, requiring careful planning for resource management. Stalker 2, set for release in 2024, appears to maintain a simpler approach to survival mechanics, offering familiar gameplay elements such as a straightforward food system and easy weapon maintenance through NPCs. While this simplicity is comforting for many players, some survival enthusiasts express a desire for more depth, such as crafting systems and enhanced resource management, which could enrich the gameplay experience.

BetaBeacon

November 15, 2024

Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit review – “More Spirits to Help!”

Players take on the role of a Spirit Scout in Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit, helping bear creatures find peace and comfort in their surroundings.

BetaBeacon

November 13, 2024

Monster Hunter Outlanders game announced for Android and iOS

Monster Hunter Outlanders is a new mobile game spinoff of the Monster Hunter series developed by TiMi Studio Group. It offers an open-world survival experience with solo and co-op gameplay for up to four players. The game features multiple biomes, a crafting system, and a unique battle system optimized for mobile devices. It will be available on both iOS and Android platforms, with beta tests conducted in select regions before the official launch.

AppWizard

November 12, 2024

Minecraft gains Moana 2 DLC

Minecraft is releasing a downloadable content (DLC) pack inspired by Disney's upcoming film, Moana 2, featuring locations like Te Fiti and Lalotai. Players can interact with characters such as Chief Tui and Moana’s sister, Simea. The DLC includes activities like battling Kakamora, canoe navigation, and exploring islands. A free Flower Crown will be available for a limited time. Key highlights include exploring Wayfinders’ Cavern, battling Kakamora, retrieving Maui’s hook, and participating in canoe races. A trailer for the Moana 2 DLC is available, and Minecraft is currently available on Nintendo Switch worldwide.

AppWizard

September 20, 2024

Healing Through Play: Seattle Children’s debuts special Minecraft world for patients

Seattle Children's Hospital has launched a therapeutic gaming initiative that recreates its physical space in the game Minecraft, making it the first pediatric hospital to do so. This project includes the Seattle Children's Minecraft Server, a secure multiplayer environment for pediatric patients, allowing them to explore the hospital virtually. Dr. Henry Ou dedicated over 500 hours to designing the hospital in Minecraft to help reduce fear and isolation for young patients. The server features survival elements and mini-games, is accessible in over 10 languages, and is part of a broader therapeutic gaming strategy aimed at improving patient care. The initiative was developed in collaboration with Mojang Studios and Hive Games.

BetaBeacon

September 18, 2024

Codenames review – “Connecting the words”

Codenames is a board game that has been adapted into a mobile version. Players must find specific cards based on code names while avoiding bystanders and an assassin. The game involves giving and receiving hints to select the correct cards. Players can also solve daily case files for additional challenges. By completing levels and quests, players can earn points to level up and unlock rewards.

AppWizard

September 4, 2024

Android game and app price drops: PixelTerra, Ticket to Ride, Galaxy Genome, more

A variety of Android game and app deals are available, providing significant price reductions on titles for smartphones and tablets. Samsung's Galaxy Buds FE are offered at a reduced price, while the Galaxy Tab S9 FE has dropped by 0. Google’s Nest Cam is also discounted. The new Crimson Shadow OnePlus Open comes with a complimentary OnePlus Watch 2 valued at 0. Notable app highlights include PixelTerra, Ticket to Ride, Galaxy Genome, Klocki, and Residual.