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August 16, 2025

Crossfire: Rainbow is a New Horror Game Coming to PC, iOS and Android

Smilegate Entertainment is expanding the Crossfire series with Crossfire: Rainbow, a horror genre game set to launch on PC, iOS, and Android platforms. The game features cutting-edge graphics, a variety of weapons, and a mechanic where the player character's sanity can be affected by supernatural threats.

AppWizard

August 12, 2025

CHARTS: Mafia The Old Country debuts at No.3 on Steam

Mafia: The Old Country debuted on August 7th and became the third highest-grossing title on Steam despite mixed reviews. Counter-Strike 2 remained the top title, followed by Battlefield 6 in second place. The Steam Deck was fourth, and Cyberpunk 2077 returned to the Top Ten in fifth place due to a strategic discount. Marvel Rivals rose to sixth place, while Peak climbed to seventh. Apex Legends moved up to eighth place with a new season, Rust surged to ninth place after a 50 percent price reduction, and Street Fighter 6 rounded out the Top Ten with a 25 percent discount. The Steam Top Ten for the week ending August 12th includes: 1. Counter-Strike 2, Valve 2. Battlefield 6, EA (P) 3. Mafia: The Old Country, 2K Games 4. Steam Deck, Valve 5. Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt 6. Marvel Rivals, NetEase 7. Peak, Aggro Crab 8. Apex Legends, EA 9. Rust, Facepunch 10. Street Fighter 6, Capcom

AppWizard

August 1, 2025

Battlefield 6: All the key details on EA’s ‘most ambitious’ Battlefield yet

Battlefield 6 is set to launch on October 10, 2025. The first open beta begins on August 7, with three testing periods: August 7-8 (Battlefield Labs members only), August 9-10 (open to everyone), and August 14-17 (open to everyone). Key features of Battlefield 6 include nine maps at launch, standard 64-player lobbies, a reintroduced single-player campaign, removal of Specialists in favor of traditional classes, a new playlist with class restrictions, the return of Battlefield Portal's custom game modes, and hints at a battle royale mode. The minimum system requirements are a 64-bit processor and operating system, Windows 10, Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600, 16 GB RAM, Nvidia RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT 6GB, DirectX Version 12, broadband internet connection, and 55 GB available storage. The recommended specifications include Windows 11, Intel Core i7-10700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, 16 GB RAM, Nvidia RTX 3060Ti or AMD Radeon RX 6700-XT, DirectX Version 12, broadband internet connection, and 80 GB available storage.

AppWizard

July 24, 2025

Action Roguelike ‘The Player Who Can’t Level Up’ Heads for PC & Consoles in 2026

Developer Tripearl Games is set to launch their 3D action roguelike game, The Player Who Can’t Level Up, in 2026 on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series consoles. The game is inspired by a popular webtoon series and features high-impact combat, a new storyline, and collaboration with the original creators. Players control Kim Kigyu, who cannot level up but can master various combat styles and evolve through battles using roguelite mechanics. The game introduces Ego Shards and Blessings for strategic enhancements instead of traditional experience points. Key features include stylish combat, progression through play, stunning visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5, and high replayability with randomized skill combinations. A trailer showcasing gameplay has been released.

AppWizard

July 21, 2025

Alabaster Dawn receives a new gameplay trailer and will be getting a playable demo this September on PC

Radical Fish Games has released a new trailer for their upcoming action RPG, Alabaster Dawn, featuring gameplay footage. Players will control Juno, the Outcast Chosen, on a quest to restore a world affected by the shadow of Nyx, with gods and their followers absent. The game includes real-time combat mechanics influenced by classics like Devil May Cry and Kingdom Hearts, particularly in the design of the life-bar. A playable demo will be available on PC via Steam in September 2025.

AppWizard

July 11, 2025

Zero Caliber 2 Highlights PC VR Upgrades And Launch Window

XREAL Games unveiled new gameplay footage for Zero Caliber 2 during the UploadVR Summer Showcase and announced a projected release window for its PC VR version on Steam, set for Q3 2025. The game, initially launched on Quest, is being adapted for PC VR with enhancements including advanced enemy AI, improved ragdoll physics, dynamic shadows, enhanced explosion and weapon effects, refined environments and lighting, and smoother vehicle animations. Several missions are being rebuilt, and character models are receiving further refinement. Additionally, Zero Caliber 1 is targeting a Q3 2025 launch on PlayStation VR2, with plans for Zero Caliber 2 on the same platform contingent on the performance of Zero Caliber VR. Currently, Zero Caliber 2 is available on Quest.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

Driveclub is almost fully playable on PC with 60FPS via shadPS4

The shadPS4 emulator has made significant progress in running the racing game Driveclub on PC, achieving nearly full playability and supporting 60 frames per second (FPS). A recent demonstration by YouTube content creator ‘talhaONE’ showcased the emulator's performance on a high-end setup, where it delivered a smooth 60FPS experience, a notable improvement from the previous 38FPS. The original PS4 version of Driveclub is capped at 30FPS, prompting gamers to seek emulation for enhanced performance. However, there are still minor visual issues, such as problematic rain effects in the cockpit camera. Optimism exists that Driveclub will be fully playable on shadPS4 by the end of summer 2025, ahead of initial predictions. Other PS4-exclusive titles like God of War III Remastered and The Order 1886 are also potential candidates for emulation enhancements.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Launches Sept 25 With Hatsune Miku, Joker, Ichiban & Minecraft’s Steve

Sega has announced that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be released on September 25, 2025. Playable characters include Hatsune Miku, Ichiban Kasuga, and Joker from Persona 5, along with Minecraft characters Steve, Alex, and the Creeper. The game will feature character packs inspired by Sonic Prime and Sonic Unleashed, with Minecraft content in a Season Pass. Pre-orders grant three days of early access starting September 22, 2025. The game will have several editions: - Physical Standard Edition: .99 for Nintendo Switch and .99 for other platforms, includes a pre-order bonus of Sonic Unleashed Sonic the Werehog character + vehicle + decal. - Digital Standard Edition: .99 for Nintendo Switch and .99 for other platforms, includes the same pre-order bonus. - Digital Deluxe Edition: .99 for all platforms, includes a Season Pass, early access (not for Nintendo Switch), characters from Sonic Prime, and the same pre-order bonus. - Physical Collector’s Edition: .99 for consoles and 9.99 for PC, includes a Season Pass, pre-order bonus, collector’s box, statue, SteelBook, art book, soundtrack, comic, keychain, trading cards, and car emblem. The game features a unique racing mechanic with land, air, and sea terrains, and the Travel Rings feature that transports racers to new CrossWorlds. It will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

AppWizard

June 4, 2025

Massive Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Leak Reveals TMNT, SpongeBob, Avatar, and Minecraft Crossovers With Full Gameplay Footage

A leak regarding Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has revealed crossover content featuring franchises such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), Avatar: The Last Airbender, SpongeBob SquarePants, and Minecraft. The TMNT content includes a "Pizza Van" in four color variants and a themed race track set in New York City. Avatar content features Aang on a hoverboard and a "Bending Gates" mechanic for elemental powers. Minecraft is represented with a character selection menu hinting at a Minecraft-style character and themed vehicles. SpongeBob SquarePants will also be a playable racer with a unique vehicle and track. The leaks confirm the presence of TMNT, Avatar, and Minecraft, with potential for more franchises to be announced. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is expected to launch later this year.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

Rematch: All the key details on the 5v5 football game from the masterminds behind Sifu

Sloclap, known for the game Absolver, is developing a new sports game titled Rematch, which is a five-a-side football game. It will be released on Steam, with the release date to be announced. The game features dynamic online multiplayer gameplay where players control a single character, and there are no fixed positions or complex statistics. The base game will cost £21, while the Pro Edition and Elite Edition will cost £30 and £39, respectively, offering early access and additional cosmetic items. The Captain Pass will function as a battle pass with seasonal content, focusing on cosmetics and in-game currency. Rematch does not include fighting elements, as it aims to be a football simulator. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10/11, an AMD Ryzen 5 3400G or Intel Core i5-9400 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a graphics card like the AMD Radeon RX 5500 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 1060. Recommended specs include an AMD Ryzen 3700x or Intel Core 11600k processor, 8 GB RAM, and a graphics card like the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050.