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AppWizard

April 30, 2025

The Best PC Games of 2025 So Far (Spring Edition)

Spring 2025 has seen the release of several notable PC games, including: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: Released on April 24, 2025, by Sandfall Interactive, it sold over 1 million copies in three days and features a blend of French art nouveau aesthetics and JRPG combat mechanics. - Monster Hunter Wilds: Released on February 28, 2025, by Capcom, it introduces full narrative integration and dynamic monster interactions. - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered: Released on April 22, 2025, by Bethesda Game Studios, it attracted over 4 million players shortly after launch and features enhanced visuals and gameplay updates. Other early 2025 releases include: - Blue Prince (April 10, 2025) - Split Fiction (March 6, 2025) - Atomfall (March 27, 2025) - Assassin’s Creed Shadows (March 20, 2025) - Two Point Museum (March 5, 2025) - Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (January 23, 2025) - Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist (January 22, 2025) - Ninja Gaiden II Black (January 23, 2025) - The Talos Principle: Reawakened (April 10, 2025) Highly anticipated titles for later in 2025 include: - Grand Theft Auto VI (Late 2025) - Doom: The Dark Ages (May 15, 2025) - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (August 28, 2025) - The Outer Worlds 2 (Expected 2025) - Borderlands 4 (September 12, 2025) - Marvel’s Blade (TBA 2025) - Hades II (Full Release later 2025) - Frostpunk 2 (Summer 2025) - Slay the Spire 2 (Early Access Expected 2025) - Anno 117: Pax Romana (Expected 2025) - Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (October 2025) - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Expected 2025) - Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Expected 2025) In 2024, top-rated PC games included: 1. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 2. Metaphor: ReFantazio 3. UFO 50 4. Tekken 8 5. Caves of Qud 6. Animal Well 7. Satisfactory 8. Balatro 9. Thank Goodness You’re Here! 10. The Last of Us Part II Remastered The PC gaming landscape in 2024 was characterized by significant hardware advancements, improved game integration and compatibility, and thriving online communities.

Winsage

April 1, 2025

The next-gen ROG Ally looks to be Xbox’s first steps toward handheld gaming

On April 1, 2023, Asus announced the ROG Ally, a handheld gaming PC powered by AMD's Ryzen Z1 APU, which received a four out of five stars rating. In 2024, Asus released the ROG Ally X, rated four-and-a-half stars. A teaser for a redesigned successor to the ROG Ally suggests enhanced performance and the possibility of being the first Xbox-branded handheld. The new device may feature AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, which includes significant improvements over its predecessor. There are indications of collaboration between Microsoft and Asus for an Xbox-branded handheld, potentially linked to a new generation of consoles in 2027. Pricing and availability details for the new handheld have not yet been disclosed.

Winsage

April 1, 2025

Asus’ latest video teases a possible Xbox gaming handheld

Microsoft has not confirmed plans for an Xbox-branded handheld gaming device, but unverified leaks suggest an announcement could occur this year. Asus is positioning itself as a potential partner, having launched devices like the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X. A recent promotional video from Asus hints at a new handheld device that may incorporate Xbox elements, featuring a silhouette resembling an Xbox configuration. Speculation exists that this device could be a modified version of the ROG Ally X, potentially running Windows 11 and supporting Game Pass streaming. The promotional video included phrases suggesting hardware enhancements, but the reality of the project remains uncertain. There is skepticism about the feasibility of a dedicated handheld Xbox, given that many Xbox titles are already available on PC. The video was shared on March 31st, adding to the speculation surrounding its authenticity.

Winsage

February 7, 2025

Google Chrome’s Incognito mode is now more private in Windows 11 – and it’s all thanks to Microsoft

Microsoft has enhanced the incognito browsing experience on Google Chrome by implementing key privacy features. The clipboard history is no longer saved on Cloud Clipboard while in incognito mode, and media previews of content viewed in incognito are hidden. These changes were made to align with the privacy goals of incognito mode, addressing user concerns particularly related to Windows 11.

Winsage

February 4, 2025

Windows 11 may have just kickstarted 2025’s biggest comeback story

Windows 11 has reached a market share of 36.65% among Windows desktop users, the highest since its launch on October 5, 2021. In contrast, Windows 10 holds a 60.33% share. The increase in Windows 11 adoption is attributed to new purchases during the holiday season, with historical data showing growth from 16.97% to 18.12% between December 2022 and January 2023, and from 26.54% to 27.83% between December 2023 and January 2024. Despite fluctuations in user numbers throughout 2024, it is expected that Windows 11's market share will continue to rise, especially with the end-of-support for Windows 10 approaching on October 14. Windows 10 users will lose access to critical security updates and technical support after October 2025 unless they pay for Microsoft's Extended Security Updates. Additionally, potential increases in hardware prices may prompt users to upgrade to meet Windows 11's requirements.

AppWizard

February 2, 2025

Game of the Year 2024

PC gaming has evolved from a niche market for mouse and keyboard enthusiasts to a diverse platform that includes a variety of genres and styles, welcoming indie developers and enhancing controller support. The Best PC Game award highlights this transformation, with UFO 50 recognized as a standout title for packaging 51 NES-like games into one collection, offering challenges and a nostalgic experience. Hollowbody is noted as a runner-up for its modern take on survival horror, featuring fixed camera angles and environmental puzzles, while Ara: History Untold stands out in the historical 4X genre by focusing on empire building and cultural development rather than warfare. Other honorable mentions include Frostpunk 2, Mouthwashing, and Satisfactory.

AppWizard

November 17, 2024

The best device for playing PC games is finally coming to Australia

Valve's Steam Deck is set to launch in Australia on November 19 and has already sold millions of units internationally. It is a handheld gaming device that functions as a Linux PC, offering extensive customization options. The Steam Deck measures nearly 30 centimeters wide and 12 centimeters tall, weighs 640 grams, and features a 7.4-inch HDR OLED display with a refresh rate of up to 90Hz and a native resolution of 1280x800. It supports a wide range of games, including high-profile titles and indie games, with battery life varying from two to eight hours depending on the game's demands. Control options include a d-pad, face buttons, analog sticks, touch-sensitive pads, and customizable settings. The Steam Deck runs on a customized Linux operating system, SteamOS, which facilitates the use of Windows games through an emulation layer called Proton. Valve rates games for performance and compatibility, with a starting price of 9 for the Steam Deck OLED and various models available at different price points.

Winsage

November 4, 2024

Windows 11’s feature to allow typing with your Xbox controller has vanished in a blow for owners of handheld gaming PCs

Windows 11 users will not receive the new gamepad keyboard layout for the on-screen keyboard as it has been temporarily shelved. Microsoft announced this pause in rollout due to unresolved issues, which was communicated through a recent Beta channel preview build. The feature had been in testing since early September 2024 and was expected to be available with the Windows 11 24H2 update at the end of October. The gamepad on-screen keyboard was designed to enhance typing convenience using an Xbox controller, incorporating shortcuts for functions like backspace and spacebar.

AppWizard

October 29, 2024

Red Dead Redemption may still look like a 14-year-old game, but it’s absolutely brilliant on handheld gaming PCs

Rockstar's Red Dead Redemption has been successfully ported to PC by developers Double Eleven. The game runs smoothly on various setups, achieving just under 50 fps on lower settings and hitting a 144 fps cap on high-end rigs, with Frame Generation boosting it to 200 fps. While the performance is commendable, some animations and textures are considered dated, and the absence of certain upscaling technologies is noted. Despite criticisms regarding the price, launcher, and the need for a Rockstar account, the port is generally well-received, allowing players to enjoy the game on modern devices.

BetaBeacon

October 16, 2024

Hey Android users! Xbox games on Android are coming Soon!

Google's Android app store has been accused of being a monopoly and has been ordered to allow competition in the Play Store within the next 3 years. This will include allowing third-party app stores in Google Play, which is seen as great news for mobile gaming.