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AppWizard

November 23, 2025

This roguelike take on Geometry Wars is the best game I’ve played this month, and the latest to become a permanent fixture on my Steam Deck

November has seen the release of various notable games, including Sektori, developed by Kimmo Lahtinen, a former Housemarque developer. Sektori is a twin-stick shooter reminiscent of Geometry Wars, featuring a three-card upgrade system similar to Vampire Survivors. The gameplay involves controlling a ship shaped like an arrow in a dynamic arena filled with unique rogue polygon enemies. The game features vibrant visuals and an energetic soundtrack, demanding high focus from players due to its challenging mechanics. Players start with a shield that can withstand only three hits, and the arena's boundaries add to the difficulty. Collecting defeated enemies' triangles leads to blue upgrade tokens, which can be used to enhance the ship's abilities. Yellow "Evolve" tokens allow players to choose from three upgrades, adding strategic depth. The game includes eight card decks with unlockable abilities, and players can trigger "Rainbow Mode" by collecting letters to spell "MIRAGE." Boss encounters present significant challenges, with some balancing issues noted in the first boss fight. Overall, Sektori offers a rich and immersive gaming experience, quickly becoming a favorite among players.

AppWizard

November 22, 2025

Samsung is hosting a Black Friday sale on curved gaming monitors — With these top picks, you’ll never suffer input lag playing your favorite PC games again

Samsung has announced significant discounts on its premium PC gaming monitors for Black Friday, featuring high refresh rates, expansive field of views, and resolutions from HD to 4K. Curved monitors provide an immersive experience with enhanced visual fidelity, making them suitable for gaming and movie-watching. They offer high refresh rates and rapid response times, improving gameplay in fast-paced titles. While they require more desk space and may not be for everyone, they can elevate the visual experience for those who can accommodate them. Cyber Monday will start on December 1, 2025.

Winsage

November 22, 2025

Full screen experience expands to more Windows 11 PC form factors for Windows Insiders

Windows Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 is now available for the Dev and Beta Channels, expanding the Xbox full screen experience to laptops, desktops, and tablets. This feature provides an immersive gaming environment designed for console-style navigation. Users can access it via the Task View icon or by pressing Win + Tab, and it can be toggled on and off with Win + F11. The Xbox home screen will display a variety of games, and switching between applications is facilitated by a long press on the Xbox button. The rollout of this feature is phased, and it requires the Xbox app from the Microsoft Store. Feedback can be submitted through the Feedback Hub under Gaming and Xbox > Gaming Full Screen Experience.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

The PC Gamer 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

- Gaming Keyboard: Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 - Price: (originally ) - Music: The Music of Red Dead Redemption 2 - Price: Not specified - Gaming Headset: Razer BlackShark V2 X - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Gaming Mouse: Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless - Price: Not specified (originally 0) - Gaming Router: TP-Link Archer GE400 - Price: 0 - Board Game: Various Options - Price: Not specified - Art Book: The Art of Assassin's Creed Shadows - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Pins: Mini Stardew Valley Pins - Price: + - USB Hub: Acer USB Hub - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Cookbook: The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Mug: The Sims Custom Personality Traits Mug - Price: .49+ - Toy: Fidget Cube - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - RGB Lighting: LED Strip Lights - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Manga: Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Lamp: Assassin's Creed Infinity Light - Price: Not specified - Art: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Print - Price: + - Accessory: The Sims Plumbob Headphone Attachment - Price: .38 - Stickers: Elden Ring Stickers - Price: + - Speakers: Logitech Z313 - Price: Not specified - Mouse Pad: Razer Gigantus V2 XXL Gengar Edition - Price: Not specified - Controller: GameSir G7 Pro - Price: Not specified - Books: Assassin's Creed Book Collection - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Toy/Decor: Hollow Knight Building Set - Price: Not specified - Desk Accessory: Cloud Foot Rest - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - SSD: SSK Portable 1TB SSD - Price: Not specified - Wall Art: Displate: Lunar Princess Ranni - Price: + - Plush: Hollow Knight: Silksong Hornet Plush - Price: + - Lamp: Frostmourne Resin Lamp - Price: Not specified - Microphone: HyperX SoloCast - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Gaming Headset: Logitech G733 Lightspeed - Price: 5 (originally 0) - Gaming Monitor: LG UltraGear 27GS50F-B - Price: 7 - Gaming Chair: Secretlab Titan Evo - Price: 9 - PC Case: Pyramid Mini-ITX PC Case - Price: (originally ) - Gaming Headset: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 - Price: 0 (originally 0) - Soundtrack: World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Soundtrack - Price: Not specified - Music: Hero of Time: The Music of Ocarina of Time - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Music: Hollow Knight Original Soundtrack - Price: Not specified - Board Game: Munchkin Deluxe - Price: Not specified - Board Game: Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective - Bureau of Investigation: Investigations in Arkham & Elsewhere - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Card Game: Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - D&D: Hollow Metal D&D Dice Set - Price: Not specified - Board Game: Marvel X-Men Dice Throne - Price: Not specified

Winsage

November 13, 2025

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for Just $10 (MSRP $199)

Windows 10 support is ending, prompting users to consider upgrading to Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for .97, down from 9. Windows 11 Pro offers enhanced security features such as TPM 2.0, Smart App Control, and advanced encryption. It is designed for gaming with DirectX 12 Ultimate, improving graphics performance. Productivity is boosted with features like snap layouts and voice typing, while AI integration through Windows Copilot assists with tasks. The operating system supports up to 2 CPUs and 2 TB of RAM, providing high performance at a lower cost.

BetaBeacon

November 13, 2025

Based on the Horizon game, MMORPG for PC, iOS, and Android was announced (video)

NCSOFT has announced a new MMORPG called Horizon Steel Frontiers, set in collaboration with Sony and Guerrilla Games. The game will be available on PC, iOS, and Android, with a focus on mobile devices. It is set in the Deathlands region, inspired by Arizona and New Mexico landscapes, and will have a visually stunning aesthetic similar to Guerrilla Games' other titles. Players can join the "Zamin" channel on Telegram for updates and report any mistakes in the game by pressing Ctrl+Enter.

Winsage

November 8, 2025

Microphone Not Working On Windows 11? Here’s How To Fix It

A microphone is essential for PC users, particularly for work, gaming, or content creation, and its failure can disrupt communication during video calls and hinder the use of Windows 11 features like voice typing. Common issues with microphones, whether built-in or external, include improper connections, missing app permissions, and driver-related complications. An application malfunction may also create the impression of a Windows issue. If a Windows 11 microphone has low sound, distorted audio, or is not detected, there are practical tips available to restore its functionality.

BetaBeacon

October 28, 2025

Duet Night Abyss launches today for Android, iOS, and PC via Epic Games Store and standalone installer

- Duet Night Abyss is a free-to-play action RPG available on Android, iOS, PC, and Epic Games Store. - The game does not have gacha banners for characters and weapons, focusing instead on microtransactions for cosmetic items. - The game offers full language support in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and English. - Players can unlock characters and weapons for free by farming fragments and materials. - The game features interwoven destinies, multi-dimensional weapon combos, exhilarating combat, and customization options.

AppWizard

October 27, 2025

With the survival feel of Valheim and daunting dungeons, this medieval city builder finally has a release date

Dungeons and Kingdoms is a medieval city-building adventure game that combines settlement management with action RPG gameplay. Players manage a group of refugee settlers on a mysterious island, facing challenges such as predators and ancient ruins while building their settlement. The game features survival mechanics, including foraging, crafting, and resource harvesting, with over 500 unique building pieces available for creative expression. Players can terraform the environment and engage in combat reminiscent of soulslike games. The game has generated nearly 200,000 wishlists after its demo at Steam Next Fest and is set to launch in early access on November 17, priced at .99.

AppWizard

October 14, 2025

Rise of the Angry Earth Expansion is Now Free

Nighthaven has launched, and as part of the Season 10 celebration, the Rise of the Angry Earth expansion is now available for free to all PC players who have not previously purchased it. PC players who own the New World base game will automatically gain access to the expansion after installing the Season 10 update. Players who purchased the expansion within the last 30 days are eligible for an automatic refund through Steam. The Rise of the Angry Earth expansion is specifically for PC players who acquired the original New World base game on Steam before the release of New World: Aeternum in 2024, as all its content is integrated into New World: Aeternum.