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AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Stellar Blade PC Preorders Are Discounted At Fanatical

The PC version of Stellar Blade, a highly anticipated title from the PS5 lineup of 2024, will be released on June 12. Preorders are available at a 10% discount on Fanatical, with the standard edition and Complete Edition priced lower than their regular prices. Preordering the standard edition grants exclusive in-game bonuses, while the Complete Edition includes additional content such as unique suits and in-game currency. The game is set in a future where humanity has retreated to the stars, and players control Eve, the sole survivor of an android expedition. It features a unique combat system and a flexible difficulty option. A sequel is already in development.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

Minecoins vs. Free Mods: Is Premium Minecraft Content Worth Paying For?

Minecraft allows players to create and explore a vast world using blocks. Players often seek new experiences after repetitive gameplay, leading to a choice between using Minecoins or free mods. Free mods offer infinite content at no cost but require effort to install and manage, particularly for those on consoles or mobile devices. Mods can introduce various features like dragons or minimaps but exist outside the official game framework. Minecoins are the official in-game currency that allows players to purchase vetted content such as worlds, texture packs, and skins, providing convenience and reliability. This option is appealing to casual gamers or those who prefer a hassle-free experience. Players can choose between Minecoins for a seamless experience or free mods for customization and experimentation. Many players use both, combining mods for extensive changes and Minecoins for quick enhancements. The choice depends on individual preferences and playstyles.

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.

AppWizard

May 26, 2025

A Roblox farming game made by a teenager ‘in like three days’ had 8.9 million players online at the same time—Steam peaked at 11.5 million across all games on the same day

In 2025, the Roblox game "Grow a Garden" experienced a peak of nearly 9 million concurrent players, surpassing the previous record held by Player Unknown's Battlegrounds on Steam by almost threefold. The game reached a peak of 5 million concurrent users just a weekend prior to this achievement. It was developed by a teenage creator in three days and has gained significant popularity, with a player count that surpassed the population of New York City. Despite initial skepticism about player counts, investigations confirmed the game's genuine popularity, driven by strong user retention and community engagement. A Roblox spokesperson noted that the growth is attributed to an authentic community rather than artificial inflation.

AppWizard

May 19, 2025

Cloud Imperium changes course on new Star Citizen ship upgrade

Developer Cloud Imperium Games announced a delay in the release of new flight blades for Star Citizen, which will now be available for in-game currency instead of requiring real-world money. Community director Tyler "Zyloh" Witkin emphasized the importance of gameplay accessibility and stated that everything players support through pledges will eventually be attainable through gameplay. The new flight blades will be available for aUEC in an upcoming patch scheduled for June. Star Citizen has raised over 0 million in funding, reflecting strong community support.

AppWizard

May 18, 2025

After raising over $800 million from its community, Star Citizen’s developer delays the release of a new ship upgrade as players baulk at having to pay for it

Cloud Imperium Games has raised over 0 million for Star Citizen through various funding methods over thirteen years. Recently, a new ship upgrade caused significant backlash from the community, with nearly 2,000 forum responses expressing discontent. Players criticized the introduction of purchasable flight blades, with some feeling disillusioned about investing further in the game. Despite the criticism, some players remain excited about the Greycat MTC, a planetary exploration vehicle priced at . In response to the uproar, Cloud Imperium Games announced that flight blades would be available for in-game currency in the upcoming June patch and acknowledged the need for better alignment between store items and in-game availability. The development of Star Citizen and its single-player counterpart, Squadron 42, continues, with Chris Roberts suggesting Squadron 42 may launch in 2026.

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

6 Best Anime Android Games To Play In 2025

ONE PIECE Bounty Rush is a free-to-play 3D multiplayer action game where players engage in 4v4 battles and collect the most "Berries" (in-game currency).

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

One Championship MMA Game on Sui Blockchain Hits iOS and Android

One Fight Arena is a new mobile game by One Championship that combines puzzle and fighting gameplay. It features One Championship fighters and offers SUI token rewards through blockchain integrations.

AppWizard

April 17, 2025

Epic Games Store Makes PC Game Free 13 Years Later

The Epic Games Store is offering the game Botanicula for free until April 24. Originally developed by Amanita Design in 2012, Botanicula has an 88 rating on Metacritic and a 95% approval rating on Steam. The game is a point-and-click adventure featuring five tree creatures on a quest to save their home tree from evil parasites. Players can keep the game permanently once downloaded. Additionally, players logging into the Epic Games Store between now and April 24 can receive an exclusive skin and in-game currency for the free-to-play game Firestone Online Idle RPG.

AppWizard

April 13, 2025

The Epic Store’s latest free games giveaway includes ‘over $100’ worth of stuff for the Forgotten Realms idle game

Epic Games is offering three free games this week: Arcadegeddon, a cooperative rogue-like shooter developed by IllFonic and launched in 2023, which includes in-game currency; River City Girls, a side-scrolling beat 'em up released in 2019; and Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms, a clicker game inspired by Dungeons and Dragons that includes additional content such as the Lobita the Guardian Familiar pack and 9,760 Platinum. Epic's strategy of giving away free games has reportedly led to increased sales of paid games on the Epic Game Store. Next week's free game will be Botanicula, a microorganism adventure game released in 2012.