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AppWizard

February 21, 2025

Former Sony exec finally says the quiet part out loud: putting PlayStation games on PC is ‘almost like printing money’

Console manufacturers have historically neglected the PC platform as a revenue source. Microsoft has shifted its strategy by releasing games on PC and PlayStation, while Sony has begun to release more PS4 and PS5 titles on Steam, including the successful simultaneous launch of Helldivers 2 on both PS5 and PC. Shuhei Yoshida, a former Sony executive, indicated that he had envisioned bringing Sony games to PC earlier but faced resistance within the company. He noted that releasing games on PC could attract players to buy PlayStations in the future and highlighted the financial benefits of porting games to PC, which is cheaper than creating new titles. Yoshida also emphasized the importance of the Chinese PC gaming market, citing the success of titles like Black Myth: Wukong. He speculated on the absence of Bloodborne on PC and expressed that he would have resisted Sony's shift towards live-service games if possible.

AppWizard

February 15, 2025

Epic gave away nearly 600 million games in 2024, and it’s ‘not slowing down’ for 2025

The Epic Games Store's total user base reached 295 million in 2024, an increase of 25 million from the previous year. The Epic ecosystem expanded to 898 million cross-platform accounts, a rise of 94 million from 2023. In 2024, 1,100 new games were released, bringing the total number of titles to over 4,000. Users claimed more than 595 million free games, averaging a total value of 9 per player. The Epic Games Store launcher improved loading times to a third of what they were in early 2023 for 95% of users. Upcoming features include a download manager, gifting options, preloading capabilities, and enhanced social features.

AppWizard

February 14, 2025

Epic Games Store has more PC players than ever – 295 million, in fact

Epic Games Store attracted 295 million PC players over the past year, an increase of 25 million since 2023. The platform has 898 million Epic cross-platform accounts, up by 94 million, with a collective playtime of 2.68 billion hours. The game catalog expanded by 1,100 new titles, supported by Self-Publishing Tools allowing developers to retain 100 percent of their revenue. The Free Games Program has provided over ,000 worth of premium PC titles through 89 giveaways, continuing into 2025. Daily Active Users (DAU) peaked at 37.2 million, while Monthly Active Users (MAU) declined slightly from 75 million to 74 million. DAU increased by 6 percent to 31.5 million, and MAU grew by 6 percent to 67.2 million. Popular titles include Genshin Impact, Rocket League, Honkai Star Rail, GTA 5, and Fortnite. The Now on Epic program will extend until January 31, 2026, including mobile games. Third-party gametime rose from 2.41 billion hours in 2023 to 2.68 billion in 2024, an 11 percent year-over-year growth. The Walt Disney Company acquired a .5 billion stake in Epic Games, initiating a multi-year partnership for a games and entertainment universe linked to Fortnite.

BetaBeacon

December 22, 2024

Netflix Mobile Games: Everything You Need To Know

Netflix offers free mobile games through its service that can be played on smartphones or tablets. The games are available in the Netflix mobile app and are included with a Netflix membership. Currently, the games are only available on Android, with iOS support coming soon. The games are downloadable and not streamed, and some may require an internet connection to play. The games are compatible with most current Android devices, but specific device requirements are not listed by Netflix.

AppWizard

December 17, 2024

It’s begun! Epic is giving away 16 free PC games this holiday season

The Epic Games Store has launched its annual winter sale, offering a total of 16 free PC games throughout the event. The first free game is The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, available until 8 AM on December 19. The winter sale will last until 11 AM on January 9, 2025, and includes a ten percent reward on all purchases, up from the usual five percent.

AppWizard

November 15, 2024

Epic Games Store Has 9 Free Games This Week in Biggest Giveaway Yet

The Epic Games Store is offering nine free games for download this week, including the Castlevania Anniversary Collection and the standalone game Snakebird. The promotion runs until November 21, and once redeemed, the games remain permanently in the user's library without any costs. The Castlevania Anniversary Collection includes eight classic titles: Castlevania, Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest, Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, Super Castlevania IV, Castlevania: The Adventure, Castlevania II: Belmont’s Revenge, Castlevania: Bloodlines, and Kid Dracula, along with a unique eBook about the franchise. Completing all titles in the Castlevania collection takes approximately 20 to 30 hours, while Snakebird takes about 3 to 10 hours to finish. A free Epic Games Store account is required to access the games.

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

October 23, 2024

Four years after PS5’s launch, Minecraft finally gets a native version

The PlayStation 5 is about to celebrate its fourth anniversary, and a native version of Minecraft has been released on the platform. Players who own the PS4 version can upgrade for free via the PlayStation Store. The PS5 version is part of the Bedrock edition, allowing cross-platform play with PC, mobile devices, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox. It features graphical enhancements, offering 4K visuals and 60 frames per second. Additionally, the Minecraft Bedrock edition has introduced a Hardcore mode and the ability to bundle items in the inventory. Minecraft is owned by Microsoft, which is expanding its game offerings on PlayStation, including the upcoming release of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle next year. Other titles like Sea of Thieves, Grounded, Hi-Fi Rush, and Pentiment have also been released on additional platforms, with Sea of Thieves topping the PS5 download charts.

BetaBeacon

October 16, 2024

Microsoft Strikes Back After Google Antitrust Ruling, Bringing Xbox Game Purchases to Mobile

Google was found guilty of maintaining an illegal monopoly on the distribution of applications, forcing them to open up PlayStore to market competition for the next three years. This ruling will allow Xbox games to be purchased easier and directly from within the app on Android devices, improving the gaming experience on the go. Microsoft is also developing a browser-based Xbox mobile store for first-party mobile games and promotional offers.