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July 20, 2025

Epic Games Store Users Can Now Get Viral Horror Game for Free

Prime Gaming is offering a bonus free game for subscribers of Amazon Prime, which is Amnesia: The Dark Descent, a classic horror title released in 2010. To redeem the free Epic Games Store code, users must have an Amazon Prime subscription, and the redemption window is open until August 11. Amnesia: The Dark Descent is the first entry in a series by Frictional Games and has received an 85 score on Metacritic and an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam. The game offers an immersive first-person survival horror experience, with gameplay lasting around 8 to 12 hours.

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July 16, 2025

Grounded 2 and These Other Games Are Coming to Xbox Game Pass Soon

Grounded, an award-winning survival game, will have its sequel, Grounded 2, available for Xbox Game Pass subscribers on July 29. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers a large library of games for a monthly fee, including online multiplayer and discounts. Upcoming additions to Game Pass include: - RoboCop: Rogue City on July 17 - My Friendly Neighborhood on July 17 - Back to the Dawn on July 18 - Abiotic Factor on July 22 - Wheel World on July 23 - Wuchang: Fallen Feathers on July 24 - Grounded 2 on July 29 - Farming Simulator 25 on August 1 Three games will leave Game Pass on July 31: Gigantic: Rampage Edition, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, and Turnip Boy Robs a Bank.

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July 14, 2025

This week in PC games: Stronghold, Destiny and Neverwinter Nights lead a host of drifters, necromancers and Pac-Monsters

The latest PC game releases include factory-themed titles such as "Kaizen: A Factory Story," an automation puzzle game by former Zachtronics developers, and "MoteMancer," which features real-time factory construction across dimensions with generative AI-inspired art. For those preferring different genres, "Arashi Gaiden" offers a turn-based ninja adventure. Notable revivals include "Dungeons & Dragons Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition" and "Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition." "Destiny 2" has released the Year Of Prophecy edition with new content. New games also feature "Becoming Saint," a real-time tactics roguelite, "Worship," which explores occult tactics, and "The Necromancer's Tale," an open-world RPG. Other titles include "Fill Up The Hole," a 2D landfill simulator, "Shadow Labyrinth," a horror twist on Pac-Man, and "The Drifter," a pulp adventure game. "Phantom Squad" promises action-packed gameplay.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (July 14, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, which can make it difficult for players to find new favorites. Recent notable PC game releases include: - Everdeep Aurora: Released on July 10, developed by Nautilus Games. - Dread Flats: A first-person horror game set in a "murder building" in 1990s China. - Last Report: Released on July 12, developed by Moonpixel Games, this point-and-click adventure follows a park ranger uncovering disturbing events through CCTV footage. - Occlude: Released on July 11, developed by Tributary Games, this occult card game features a "reality-bending" narrative. - Azrael's Tear: Released on July 12, developed by Intelligent Games Ltd., this retro game originally from 1996 involves a quest for the Holy Grail in a futuristic setting, focusing on puzzles and exploration.

BetaBeacon

July 13, 2025

Bullet Heavens: auto-shooters, reverse bullet hells, and games like Vampire Survivors

- Vampire Survivors is a game that has taken the gaming world by storm, with Xbox's Phil Spencer confessing his obsession with it. - Picayune Dreams is a surreal space shooter that offers a unique twist on the genre with toggleable auto-shooter elements and boss battles that descend into bullet hell. - Brotato offers a fun and lighthearted take on the auto-shooter genre with tightly controlled arenas and a focus on quick, nimble gameplay.

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July 12, 2025

The 5 rarest PC games you’ll never own

PC gaming is a significant part of the video game industry, with both digital and physical releases appealing to gamers and collectors. - Dark Souls III (Prestige Edition): Released in 2016, this edition includes an art book, a metal case, and a 40cm Lord of Cinder figure. Loose versions can sell for around , while complete editions can exceed ,000. - Garage Bad Dream Adventure: A point-and-click horror game released in 1999 with only 3,000 copies produced. Complete copies are valued between ,500 and over ,200. - Rockford: An arcade game from 1988 adapted for home computers. Loose copies are valued over ,000, while complete-in-box versions can reach upwards of ,500, and sometimes exceed ,000 at auction. - Wolfenstein 3D: Released in 1992, this first-person shooter has loose copies valued around 0 and complete editions averaging around ,200, often fetching higher at auction. - Nora Princess And Stray Cat Heart: A 2016 adult visual novel with limited physical release. Loose versions exceed ,000, and complete-in-box editions can reach prices as high as ,000 at auctions. Physical releases in PC gaming are increasingly rare and valuable, often requiring significant financial investment to acquire.

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July 12, 2025

Steam Makes Zombie Game Free for Everyone for Limited Time

Ultimate Zombie Defense is a zombie survival game developed by Terror Dog Studio, available for free on Steam until July 15. It is compatible with the Steam Deck but categorized as "Playable." The game was originally launched in 2020 and has received several downloadable content packs. It has a typical price tag of .99 and holds a "Very Positive" rating on Steam with an 86% approval rate from 1,361 user reviews. The game is set in a quarantined city in continental Europe, where players, as elite military members, must locate and destroy the source of an infection. User feedback praises its engaging gameplay and smooth mechanics. After July 15, the game will return to its standard price.

BetaBeacon

July 11, 2025

Capcom Announces Real-Time Strategy Title ‘Resident Evil: Survival Unit’ for iOS, Android

Resident Evil: Survival Unit is a new mobile game developed by Aniplex Inc. and JOYCITY Corporation in collaboration with Capcom. The game will offer a real-time strategy experience tailored for iOS and Android platforms.

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July 11, 2025

10 best indie games you can play on PC for less than $10

The 2025 Steam Summer Sale has concluded, but budget-friendly indie games remain popular among gamers. Notable titles include: - Terraria: A sandbox platformer released in 2011, featuring digging, fighting, exploring, and building, with a rewarding progression system and multiplayer options. - R.E.P.O.: A co-op horror game where players act as repo agents reclaiming items from alien entities, offering humor and teamwork. - PEAK: A co-op game where players scale a mountain while tethered, featuring four biomes and a map that refreshes every 24 hours. - Undertale: An RPG known for its clever writing, engaging gameplay, and unique mechanics, created by Toby Fox. - Limbo: A puzzle-platformer that combines psychological thriller elements with a striking visual aesthetic. - Look Outside: A Lovecraftian survival horror RPG with pixel art, focusing on resource management and immersive storytelling. Indie games provide accessible and creative experiences for players.

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July 9, 2025

Amazon offers four more free games for Prime Day, including Marvel’s Midnight Suns

The 2025 edition of Prime Day has introduced four new games for Prime Gaming subscribers: Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, and Football Manager 2024. Most games can be redeemed through the Epic Games Store, except for Dark Forces II, which is available via GOG. Dark Forces II follows Kyle Katarn's journey as he infiltrates the Empire. Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a notable survival horror game known for its "sanity" gameplay feature. Marvel’s Midnight Suns is a tactical RPG praised for its strategic gameplay and storytelling. Football Manager 2024 is available for free to Prime members until July 11, while the other titles will be accessible throughout the month. Additionally, Amazon is offering significant discounts on the Luna Controller in various regions, with a 43% price reduction in the US and bundled offers available for Prime members.