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April 11, 2025

Microtransactions Made Up 58% of PC Video Game Revenue in 2024, Research Shows

Microtransactions account for 58% of total revenue for game companies, with a 1.4% increase in 2024, contributing .4 billion to overall PC gaming sales of .3 billion. Downloadable content (DLC) generated .8 billion in revenue last year, while microtransactions represent 32% of console revenue, amounting to .9 billion out of .8 billion in console sales. Subscription services have risen by 14.1%. PC gaming sales grew by 0.1%, but console gaming revenue declined by 3.9%. Major franchises like Fortnite, Roblox, and Call of Duty exemplify the popularity of microtransactions. The report also notes the trend of "recursive nostalgia," where established franchises reintroduce vintage content to engage players.

AppWizard

March 22, 2025

Everything Revealed During The Minecraft Live 2025 Event

Mojang's Minecraft Live event announced new content for 2025, including two major updates. The first update, titled Spring to Life, will launch on March 25 and introduce new mob variants, ambient sounds, new flora, and gameplay enhancements. Players will find warm and cold variants of pigs, cows, and chickens, sheep that adapt their colors to their environment, wolves with distinct personalities, and new crafting opportunities with wildflowers and cactus flowers. The second content drop will allow players to revive dried ghasts to unlock a flying mount called a ghastling, which grows into a happy ghast. Additionally, the Minecraft: Bedrock Edition will receive a visual enhancement called Vibrant Visuals, improving lighting and fog effects. Future plans include expanding these enhancements to Minecraft: Java Edition. The event also featured a clip from A Minecraft Movie, announced by actress Emma Myers, along with a multiplayer event where players can earn a Yearn cape by completing challenges.

AppWizard

March 7, 2025

Horror puzzle action adventure game Ao Oni: The Horror of Blueberry Onsen announced for Switch, PC

Game Studio has announced Ao Oni: The Horror of Blueberry Onsen, set to launch in spring on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The game will support multiple languages including English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Indonesian. The narrative follows four friends—Hiroshi, Takeshi, Mika, and Takuro—who explore an abandoned hot spring inn rumored to be haunted. New features include engaging character interactions, cooperative play, a chat function, new blue demon species, a high-speed gameplay mode, and an online ranking system. A teaser trailer has been released showcasing the game's atmosphere and mechanics.

AppWizard

March 6, 2025

Minecraft Live 2025 Announced – Date, News, Updates & More

Minecraft Live 2025 is confirmed for March 22 at 1:00 P.M. Eastern Time, to be streamed live. The event will include updates on Minecraft split screen functionality, new content for Minecraft Dungeons, and patch notes. A teaser video has been released, hinting at climate-related changes and the introduction of flowering cactuses. Players are hoping for improvements to split screen on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch, as well as updates for PlayStation 4 and Minecraft Dungeons multiplayer. The event will also cover custom world creation tools, community discussions, and updates on Minecraft vote mechanics. The Minecraft Movie is set to premiere on April 4, shortly after the event. Speculation includes exclusive items or limited-time content being unveiled during Minecraft Live 2025, with a focus on biome updates, particularly for the Desert biome and various animals.

AppWizard

February 25, 2025

The mad lads at New Blood have remastered Ultrakill before actually releasing Ultrakill in the first place

Ultrakill has undergone a significant visual overhaul, enhancing nearly every level except the recently added four-level layer of Violence from 2023. Lead developer Arsi "Hakita" Patala showcased the revamped aesthetics of level 1-1, Heart of the Sunrise, and confirmed that while some functional changes may occur, the core geometry and layouts will remain largely intact. A comparison video highlights improvements, including a newly overhauled skybox in layer 2, Lust, which now features a fully rendered 3D city instead of a flat texture. The grotesque atmosphere of Gluttony has been enhanced with new assets, and level 4-3 Ship of Fools has received detailed upgrades. The update also includes two remixed "encore" levels with significantly increased difficulty. Ultrakill is currently available at a 33% discount as part of New Blood's 11th anniversary sale on Steam.

AppWizard

February 4, 2025

Minecraft modder creates a weird portal mob with the ability to teleport the player

Minecraft features a diverse ecosystem of mobs that enhance gameplay, ranging from helpful to hostile creatures. A player named u/InfiniteSwimming861 introduced a new mob resembling a portal that allows players to enter it, similar to traditional portals. The community engaged with this concept, discussing scenarios and strategies related to the mob. User u/DarylHimself raised concerns about novice players accidentally entering the portal and ending up in the end dimension with minimal resources. Other users suggested enhancements to the mob, such as incorporating a spawner for silverfish. The creator also developed another mob called "enderchester," which collects broken blocks for players. Recent updates from developers have introduced new cow variants and adjustments to their update strategy, aligning with community desires for more frequent updates.

AppWizard

December 13, 2024

The Last of Us Part II Remastered PC Announcement: Release Date In April 2025

Naughty Dog has announced that The Last of Us Part II Remastered will be released on PC on April 3, 2025. The remastered version will feature enhanced graphics, optimized performance, and additional content from the PS5 release. It will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Key enhancements include higher resolution textures, uncapped frame rates, support for ultrawide monitors, and a new roguelike mode called 'No Return' with randomized encounters. The remastered edition will also include 'Lost Levels' and developer commentary. Pre-orders are expected to open in early 2025, with more details on system requirements and features to be shared later.

AppWizard

December 3, 2024

The Last of Us Part 1 Firefly Edition welcomes rare 50% discount

The Last of Us, released in 2013, is a highly acclaimed video game known for its emotional narrative and character depth, particularly the relationship between Joel and Ellie. In 2022, Naughty Dog released a PS5 remake that enhances graphics, animations, and gameplay. The Last of Us Part I: Firefly Edition is currently available for £44.99 on the PlayStation Store, down from £99.99, and includes the main game, the Left Behind expansion, a limited edition steelbook case, and the first four issues of The Last of Us: American Dreams comics. The Firefly Edition features gameplay enhancements such as boosts to health, crafting speed, and listening distance. The PS5 version has an Amazon listing price of £32.99 and holds a rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews. The Last of Us Part II Remastered is available for £29.99, and Red Dead Redemption for PC is priced at £39.99.

BetaBeacon

November 14, 2024

AG Mod APK Releases Latest Versions Of Popular Android Games With Enhanced Features

AG Mod APK has launched the latest versions of popular Android games, offering players new features and enhanced gameplay experiences. One standout update is the "Unlimited Gems" feature in Miraibo GO Mod APK, allowing players to unlock exclusive items and level up faster. Dragon Mania Legends Mod APK offers players the chance to earn diamonds for in-game purchases. AG Mod APK prioritizes security and performance, providing a user-friendly platform with detailed installation guides.

AppWizard

October 19, 2024

Skyrim 2024 remaster proves we’ll be playing this game forever

Skyrim, released in 2011 for PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360, is considered one of the best role-playing games ever made and has been re-released across multiple console generations. The game was developed by Bethesda, following the successes of Morrowind and Oblivion. A vibrant modding community has enhanced the game with new missions, bug fixes, and visual upgrades, primarily available on PC. Skyrim is also included in Xbox Game Pass at no additional cost, making it accessible on nearly every platform.