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BetaBeacon

August 21, 2025

Google’s silence on the Pixel 10 GPU is concerning for gamers

Google has not provided much information about the graphics processing unit (GPU) of the Pixel 10, raising concerns that it may not have an improved GPU or that its graphics hardware could be worse than the Pixel 9. This lack of transparency is worrying for consumers, especially for mobile gamers who may face compatibility issues with demanding games.

AppWizard

August 12, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds’ PC performance patches will keep coming, if almost as slowly as the game still runs

Capcom is facing ongoing challenges with the PC performance of Monster Hunter Wilds, despite multiple patches aimed at improving framerate stability. The company has committed to providing performance and stability updates until at least Winter 2025, with significant improvements expected by then. Game director Yuya Tokuda announced that the upcoming version 1.021 update will not include major performance enhancements, while the Title Update 4, scheduled between November and January, will focus on reducing CPU load. This is part of a two-phase optimization plan that will also address GPU load in future patches. Despite minor improvements, the game still struggles to perform well on high-end graphics cards, and previous solutions have been seen as ineffective. Tokuda suggested that players may need to adjust their graphics settings to better manage frame rates based on their hardware capabilities.

AppWizard

August 11, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country PC Performance Analysis

2K Games unveiled Mafia: The Old Country, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. A performance analysis was conducted on PC with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor and 32GB of DDR5 RAM. Various GPUs were tested, including AMD Radeon RX 6900XT, RX 7900XTX, RX 9070XT, and NVIDIA RTX 2080Ti, RTX 3080, RTX 4090, and RTX 5080, on Windows 10 64-bit. The game features adjustable graphics settings for PC gamers and supports technologies like NVIDIA DLSS 4, Intel XeSS 2.0, and AMD FSR 4.0. Global Illumination has only High and Epic settings. Mafia: The Old Country lacks a built-in benchmark tool, so testing was done in a demanding area. At 1080p with Epic Settings, only the NVIDIA RTX 4090 exceeded 60FPS. No GPU achieved consistent 60FPS at Native 1440p and 4K on Epic Settings. The RTX 4090 had a minimum of 42FPS and an average of 51FPS at 4K. Adjusting settings to High improved performance by 28-48% at 4K on the RTX 4090. AMD FSR 4.0 performed well, with the RX 9070XT exceeding 60FPS at 4K on High Settings. The game features dynamic shadows and minor pop-in issues. It performs comparably to other Unreal Engine 5 titles on High Settings, requiring a powerful PC for optimal 4K gaming.

AppWizard

August 5, 2025

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Start Date, How To Get Codes, PC Specs, Rewards, And Everything Else To Know

An open beta for Battlefield 6 is confirmed to start on August 7, with access periods as follows: - August 7-8: Limited access for players with a code obtained by watching select streamers or being part of Battlefield Labs. - August 9-10: Open to everyone. - August 14-17: Open to everyone. Preloading begins on August 4. The minimum PC requirements include a GPU of Nvidia RTX 2060 or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 CPU, and 16GB of RAM. Recommended specs include a GPU of Nvidia RTX 3060Ti or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, an Intel Core i7-10700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X CPU, and 16GB of RAM. The beta will feature maps such as Siege of Cairo, Liberation Peak, and Iberian Offensive, with modes including Conquest, Breakthrough, and Domination. The second weekend will introduce the Empire State map and modes like Rush and Squad Deathmatch. Progress made during the beta will not transfer to the full game, but players will receive rewards that carry over. The game is expected to launch on October 10.

AppWizard

August 2, 2025

Titan Quest 2 uses Unreal Engine 5, gets official PC requirements

THQ Nordic has released Titan Quest 2 in Early Access, an action RPG featuring a narrative and visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5. Players will explore various locations inspired by ancient mythology, encountering creatures such as Ichthians, Centaurs, Satyrs, Harpies, Sirens, and Gryphons. Titan Quest 2 PC Requirements: Minimum: - 64-bit processor and operating system - OS: Windows 10 64bit / Windows 11 64bit - Processor: Intel Core i5-8600K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600X - Memory: 16 GB RAM - Graphics: 8 GB VRAM, AMD RX 6700 XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 50 GB available space - Sound Card: DirectX compatible - Additional Notes: SSD required Recommended: - 64-bit processor and operating system - OS: Windows 10 64bit / Windows 11 64bit - Processor: Intel Core i5-12400 / Ryzen 5 5600X - Memory: 32 GB RAM - Graphics: 12 GB VRAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 50 GB available space - Sound Card: DirectX compatible - Additional Notes: SSD required The developers have not yet provided specific graphics settings, resolution, or framerate targets.

AppWizard

July 29, 2025

Grounded 2, even in early access, is one of the best survival games I’ve ever played

Grounded 2, developed by Obsidian in collaboration with Eidos Montreal, launched in early access on July 29. The game features a vast first area comparable in size to the original game, but it has performance issues, with limited graphics settings and frame rate challenges even on high-end systems. The game retains a colorful cartoon aesthetic while improving lighting and textures. New mechanics include the ability to befriend bugs that serve as mounts and allies, enhancing exploration and combat dynamics. The introduction of the Omni-Tool simplifies resource gathering. Grounded 2 encourages exploration and adventure, with quests from human characters and a mysterious hacker element. The combat system has evolved with new mechanics and a variety of new creatures, while familiar foes have revamped designs. Despite some bugs during gameplay, the overall experience is enjoyable.

AppWizard

July 28, 2025

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers’ latest patch accused of faking internal render resolution to boost FPS — game runs at ‘Quality’ upscaling even when the render scale is set to 100% native

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has experienced performance issues since its launch, leading to player frustration despite positive reviews. Publisher 505 Games has released patches to improve performance, but these updates may have misled players about the game's graphics settings. Hardware analyst Daniel Owen found that the internal rendering resolution is capped below native levels, even when the resolution scaling slider is set to 100%. The patch notes for version 1.3 included vague references to adjustments in super sampling resolution limits, which some believe obscured the true nature of the changes. Instead of providing a real performance boost, the update seems to have implemented a forced upscaling mechanism that inflates frame rates while reducing visual quality. This has resulted in a softer or more pixelated appearance for players, despite maxed-out settings. The optimization patch has only yielded a modest 2-3 FPS improvement at non-native scaling. The lack of clear communication from 505 Games regarding these changes may provoke further backlash from the gaming community.

AppWizard

July 27, 2025

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Is One of the Best-Looking PC Games, but Patch 1.4 Breaks Resolution Scaling

The gaming community has had mixed reactions to the release of Fallen Feathers, with some players criticizing the game's performance and graphics, while others praise its visual quality. WUCHANG is noted for its impressive graphics, achieving stunning visuals at 4K/Extreme settings on high-end PCs, particularly with DLSS 4 Balanced Mode. The NVIDIA RTX 4090 yields a minimum of 36 FPS and an average of 41 FPS when running WUCHANG, similar to its performance with Black Myth: Wukong. A recent Patch 1.4 aimed to improve performance but introduced issues, such as low resolution defaults and problems with the Frame Generation feature. Suggestions for improvement include refining graphics settings and potentially transitioning to Unreal Engine 5.6.

AppWizard

July 27, 2025

Almost an hour of pre-alpha PC gameplay from Battlefield 6

YouTube user xLokord has released a nearly hour-long gameplay video of the pre-alpha multiplayer build of Battlefield 6. The gameplay was recorded on a PC with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, and while the video is in 4K, specific graphics settings were not disclosed. The footage may contain placeholders as it is pre-alpha material. The destruction mechanics in the game appear enhanced compared to previous titles, and Battlefield 6 may not be available on older console platforms. The game is expected to launch in October, featuring both single-player and multiplayer modes, with an official multiplayer reveal set for July 31st.

AppWizard

July 23, 2025

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Benchmarks & PC Performance Analysis

505 Games has removed the review embargo for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, which is developed by Leenzee. The game supports NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi-Frame Generation but lacks compatibility with AMD FSR 3.0 and Intel XeSS. Benchmarking was conducted on a PC setup featuring an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and various graphics cards. At 1080p with Max Settings, the AMD RX 7900XTX was the minimum requirement for over 60FPS, while the NVIDIA RTX 3080 and AMD Radeon RX 6900XT struggled. At 1440p with Max Settings, only the NVIDIA RTX 4090 and RTX 5090 provided a smooth experience. No GPU achieved stable 60FPS at Native 4K with Max Settings, with the NVIDIA RTX 5090 averaging around 54FPS. The game has performance issues, particularly with frame rates dropping significantly during in-game events. Adjusting graphics settings had limited impact on performance, and visual quality suffered at lower settings. The game features impressive graphics with Lumen GI and high-resolution textures, despite some low-resolution textures and minor shadow pop-ins.