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BetaBeacon

June 11, 2026

Dave The Diver Swims Onto iOS And Android This August

- Dave the Diver, one of the best games of 2023, will be available for mobile gamers in the US in August. - The game combines underwater exploration, roguelite gameplay, and restaurant management. - Players dive for resources during the day and manage their restaurant at night. - The game features interconnected gameplay elements and a captivating story. - Demanding controls may require the use of a Bluetooth controller for a smoother gaming experience.

BetaBeacon

June 10, 2026

Struggling to find PC games that run well on your phone? GameNative has a cool solution.

GameNative is introducing new filtering options for its PC game library app, allowing users to filter games based on compatibility ratings, playability, and GPU compatibility. Users can rate their game experience and provide feedback on crashes and performance, which will be used to create optimal settings for different devices. The goal is to streamline the process of finding compatible games for Android devices.

AppWizard

May 30, 2026

Blizzard just dropped a game-changing Starcraft 2 update, a decade after its last expansion

The Starcraft 2 patch 5.0.16 introduces significant changes, including a reduction of starting workers from 12 to eight, which aims to extend early and mid-game experiences and encourage aggressive strategies. The default Mineral and Vespene Gas counts at each base have been recalibrated, allowing for more feasible one-base or two-base strategies. The unit supply count provided by all factions' bases has been lowered by two. For Protoss, Warpgate research has been moved to the Gateway, increasing unit production speed by 35% but requiring additional resources for transformation. Zerg will experience slower Creep spread, more affordable Carapace upgrades, and changes to Overlords and Vipers. Terran Ghost units have increased supply costs, with adjustments to attack range and damage. Quality-of-life improvements have also been implemented. The patch is currently live on the PTR, and community feedback has been positive.

AppWizard

May 29, 2026

StarCraft 2 development ended 6 years ago, but Blizzard still won’t stop messing with it

Blizzard has released a new update for StarCraft 2, focusing on enhancing the early and mid-game experience. The update introduces changes to allow players to maintain competitiveness on one to three bases longer and makes non-warped Gateway play a more viable strategy. Key economic adjustments include reducing starting workers from 12 to 8 and modifying mineral and gas resource counts. Specific changes for Zerg, Terran, and Protoss include adjustments to unit supplies, costs, and abilities. Bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements have also been implemented, addressing various gameplay issues.

AppWizard

May 22, 2026

Friday’s Android app deals and freebies: Balatro, Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Botanicula, more

A new lineup of game and app deals for Android includes Balatro, Samurai of Hyuga 5, Samorost 3, CHUCHEL, Botanicula, and Dawncaster: Deckbuilding RPG. Significant discounts on tech products include the Galaxy Fold 7 with a discount of up to , Microsoft's Surface Laptop 7 with a discount, and LG's 77-inch B5 OLED TV now priced 0 off with a 0 Best Buy gift card.

AppWizard

May 19, 2026

I’m not sure who the PUBG x Payday collab is for, or why it exists

Developers of PUBG are introducing a map selection feature despite concerns that it could lead to longer wait times and more bot players. They believe this will enhance the game experience. PUBG has also collaborated with the game Payday, introducing a new game mode with monetary incentives for players. The gameplay in this mode has been described as unremarkable and feels more like a marketing strategy than a genuine enhancement. The developers expressed concerns about dividing the matchmaking pool and affecting overall quality in a letter regarding the new feature. The Payday heist mode incentivizes participation through in-game rewards but lacks the tension that has contributed to PUBG's longevity. Additionally, a 0,000 prize pool for streamers based on viewer numbers aims to draw attention to the new mode but feels inorganic. There seems to be a conflict within the development team between preserving player experience and diversifying the game, which could risk alienating the player base.

AppWizard

May 16, 2026

Ancient MMO Final Fantasy 11 still has new things on the horizon 24 years after launch

Final Fantasy 11, launched in 2002, continues to have a dedicated player base despite being overshadowed by newer titles like Final Fantasy 14 and Guild Wars 2. Square Enix has updated the game's website to modernize its appearance and announced new features, including the ability to replay story missions. A recent update allows players to progress to level 75 without a time limit in the previously time-limited 14-day free trial, although access to certain areas remains restricted. This update underscores the game's ongoing relevance and support from Square Enix.

AppWizard

May 16, 2026

Overwatch’s lackluster 10th anniversary event will have its rewards improved next week, with more free stuff planned for later this year

Players expressed disappointment with Overwatch's 10th anniversary event, which featured loot boxes primarily containing recolored skins and a few sprays, falling short of expectations for a significant milestone. Historically, previous anniversary events included a wider selection of items, leading players to hope for a similar experience this time. The Chinese version of the event offered exclusive skins from past seasonal battle passes, further highlighting the disparity. Blizzard's Keller acknowledged player feedback and announced upcoming improvements to the reward system, including a new event with more rewards and additional free cosmetics later in the year. While initial reactions to these announcements were mostly positive, some players remained dissatisfied, advocating for more premium skins. The community's sentiment indicated that a more substantial array of cosmetics would have better honored the game's decade-long impact.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

A PvE-only mode is coming to Marathon as Bungie lays out plans for seasons 3, 4 and 5

Marathon director Joe Ziegler discussed Bungie's plans for upcoming seasons of Marathon, highlighting the introduction of a new map featuring "alien elements and mind-warping debuffs" and the next Runner shell, Sentinel, which will offer a defensive kit. Two new PvE-focused modes will debut in Season 2: one experimental mode at the beginning of the season that combines PvE with a light touch of PvP, and a second PvE-only mode focused on crew objectives. Ziegler emphasized that while PvE options are being introduced, PvP will remain a core aspect of the game. Further details on Season 2 changes, including faction progression enhancements and new runner stat boosts, will be revealed the week of May 25.

AppWizard

April 24, 2026

New Slay the Spire 2 update reworks Ironclad’s most unpopular card and makes lower Ascensions easier

Developer Megacrit has released beta patch notes for Slay the Spire 2, focusing on refining the Ascension difficulty scaling. Changes include reduced HP for Scrolls of Biting, Owl Magistrate, and Slimed Berserker at lower Ascensions, while making them stronger at higher levels. The Vantom Act 1 boss has been nerfed, and the Waterfall Giant elite heals less in low-difficulty encounters. The team is monitoring the performance of the Act 3 boss, Doormaker, but is hesitant to make further changes. Card updates feature new artwork and significant reworks for Conflagration and Drum of Battle for Ironclad, with Conflagration now dealing two damage to all enemies four times at base. Regent's Parry has been adjusted to align better with Dexterity and Frail mechanics. Neow's blessings have seen some improvements, with Booming Conch providing additional energy and Neow's Fury allowing players to choose cards from the discard pile. Tezcatara's Nutritious Soup relic has been buffed to grant Strikes additional damage and cost nothing. The patch also includes various smaller balance changes, user interface enhancements, and bug fixes.