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January 12, 2026

Hytale launch times and release date

Hytale will unlock at 7 am PST on Tuesday, January 13, with simultaneous launch across all regions and no advanced access. Early access will be exclusive to Windows PCs, with Mac and Linux support coming later. Players can download the Hytale Launcher in advance and are encouraged to create an account to prepare for launch. Hytale offers three editions for pre-order: Standard (.99), Supporter (.99), and Cursebreaker Founder's Edition (.99), each with unique bonus items. Preloading is not available, but players should download the launcher beforehand. The recommended hardware requirements suggest having at least 20 GB of free space. Simon Collins-Laflamme anticipates over 1 million players on the early access release day.

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November 24, 2025

Escape from Tarkov director says the launch week’s wobbles were ‘actual stress testing not only of our servers but also our mind and nerves’

On November 15, Escape From Tarkov launched on Steam after an eight-year beta phase. The launch faced login issues due to high demand, leading to server difficulties acknowledged by developer Battlestate Games. This resulted in review bombing from frustrated players. Nikita Buyanov, the director and COO of Battlestate, commented on the situation, expressing gratitude for player enjoyment despite the challenges. The game's intense gameplay and immersive environments continue to attract players, highlighting its enduring appeal.

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November 20, 2025

Panda Mouse Pro For Android

Panda Mouse Pro is a keymapper developed by Panda Gaming Studio for mobile gaming, designed to enhance the gaming experience by allowing users to play with a keyboard and mouse setup. Key features include direct game launch, secure Google Play login, ban-proof gaming technology, universal compatibility with various keyboard and mouse brands, extensive game support across multiple genres, and hassle-free activation methods for different Android versions. The app has a user rating of 4.3 stars, over 100,000 downloads, and is priced at USD 5.99. It is categorized under Tools and is suitable for users of all ages. Video tutorials and an activation guide are available on Panda Gaming's YouTube channel and website, respectively.

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November 16, 2025

Escape from Tarkov launch times and release date for 1.0

Escape from Tarkov 1.0 is set to launch on November 15 after an eight-year beta phase. It will be available through Battlestate Games' client and on Steam, but players wanting full Valve integrations will need to make a new purchase. The game will launch at different times across various time zones: - 3 am PST (Los Angeles) - 6 am EST (New York) - 8 am BRT (São Paulo) - 11 am GMT (London) - 12 pm CET (Berlin) - 10 pm AEDT (Sydney) - 12 am NZDT (Auckland) A countdown timer and a special Tarkov TV broadcast will start at 12 am PST on November 15, with broadcasts available on Twitch. Preloading for the game is currently available via Steam, with an initial preload size of approximately 33 GB, though additional downloads may be needed once the servers go live.

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October 31, 2025

Arc Raiders breaks 100,000 concurrent players in the first 30 minutes of going live and rising, soaring to the top of Steam’s best sellers

Arc Raiders has reached 202,498 concurrent players on Steam. The game officially launched at 5:30 AM EDT, achieving an all-time high of 103,975 players at launch. It has also topped Steam's best-sellers list, surpassing titles like Battlefield 6 and The Outer Worlds 2. During the beta weekend, over 185,000 players participated, and the game was ranked as the 89th most popular by concurrent players. Current numbers have already exceeded 150,000 concurrent players and are continuing to rise.

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October 29, 2025

Arc Raiders launch times and release date

Arc Raiders, an extraction shooter, is set to launch on October 30. It has risen to the third position on Steam's most-wishlisted games list following a successful public playtest in April. The game will be available for purchase, moving away from its initial free-to-play model, with a deluxe version also offered. Pre-order bonuses are available for early supporters.

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October 16, 2025

Is Arc Raiders down? Server status explained

The Arc Raiders Server Slam will start on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST, and will end on Sunday, October 19, at 8am PDT / 11am EDT / 4pm BST. The servers are currently offline in preparation for the event and are expected to come online at the start time. Players can download and experience Arc Raiders for free during this period while helping to stress test the servers. Updates on server status will be provided throughout the event.

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October 12, 2025

Battlefield 6 has an epic launch bug where it fails to recognize that the game is already installed — EA boss suggests one affected user to ‘refund and buy on Steam’

Battlefield 6 faced technical difficulties on launch day, particularly for users of the EA App, who experienced a glitch indicating that the multiplayer and single-player campaigns were not installed. EA took three hours to acknowledge the issue and an additional three hours to implement a fix. Vince Zampella, head of Battlefield, expressed frustration over the situation. Steam users also encountered problems, receiving a “Game not released” notification, which was addressed with a workaround. Most launch-day issues have been resolved, and affected EA App users will receive compensation, including 12 Hardware and 12 Career 60-Minute Boosters and full access to a seasonal Battle Pass. Phantom Edition purchasers will receive Season 2’s complete Battle Pass.

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October 11, 2025

Battlefield 6 players hit server queues as it rockets to over 500k Steam concurrents just 25 minutes after launch

Battlefield 6 has become the 20th most-played game in SteamDB's history just 25 minutes after its launch, reaching a peak of 521,000 concurrent players. Many players are experiencing queues, with comments indicating high demand. FPS expert Morgan Park views the game as a positive return for the franchise, which could attract players from other major franchises like Call of Duty that are facing challenges.

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October 2, 2025

KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME Launches Highly Anticipated PC Version on Steam®!

KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME has launched its PC version on Steam®, featuring Main Story Chapter 4: London Defense Operation and introducing two new ★5 characters: Chester Lochburn and Kikoru Shinomiya. Players can link their accounts from the mobile version for continuity. Chapter 4's narrative involves characters Kafka, Kikoru, and Sagan teaming up with Chester Lochburn to combat Kaiju in London. A login bonus offers up to 10 Pick Up Gacha Tickets, and the Gacha Fes will include the new characters, with a promotion for complimentary pulls. Chester Lochburn is a strategic CLOZER member with a new weapon, the AR-Anollococ, while Kikoru Shinomiya uses the Dimensional Numbers Weapon 2 and has a new weapon, the Fs-Magni. The game is co-produced by Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G, and is available on multiple platforms, including the App Store and Google Play Store, supporting various languages. It is free-to-play with in-app purchases.