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AppWizard

March 4, 2026

Sorry, first-party Playstation games aren’t coming to PC anymore

Sony is shifting its gaming strategy to focus on a more exclusive model for its first-party PS5 titles, moving away from its recent trend of releasing major games on PC. This change follows a series of successful PC releases starting with Horizon Zero Dawn in 2020, including titles like The Last of Us Part I and God of War Ragnarök. Upcoming games such as Ghost of Yotei and Saros will be PS5 exclusives, while some online games like Marvel Tokon and Marathon will still be multi-platform. Death Stranding 2 is expected to release on PC in 2026. The shift may be influenced by poor sales of PS5 games on PC and concerns that releasing games on PC could harm the PlayStation brand and console sales. Sony's strategy resembles Nintendo's approach to maintaining exclusivity for its flagship franchises.

BetaBeacon

December 15, 2025

Fortnite Returns to the Google Play Store in the United States

Fortnite has officially returned to the Google Play Store in the United States after being absent for more than five years. This change eliminates the need for Android users to sideload the game and comes as a result of legal battles between Epic Games and Google over app store policies and in-app billing rules. The return of Fortnite to the Play Store is a result of a settlement that required Google to adjust its policies to allow for greater competition and alternative payment methods. This victory for Epic highlights their argument against Google's alleged monopoly over app distribution and billing on Android.

AppWizard

December 14, 2025

Bargain Balatro-like deckbuilder launches to 91% Steam rating, and bundles with some of the best fake-gambling games

This Ain't Even Poker, Ya Joker, developed by Mash, launched on Steam last Thursday and has received a 91% positive rating from users. The game is priced at .99 or £3.99 and is marketed as an idle deckbuilding clicker game where players flip cards to earn money, expand their hand, purchase new decks, unlock upgrades, and aim to defeat the Jester. It offers a lighthearted alternative to traditional poker and is designed to be engaging and entertaining. The game is available at an introductory price until December 25, after which the price will increase by a dollar.

AppWizard

June 13, 2025

Sony removes regional restrictions on four of its biggest games on Steam

Sony has lifted regional restrictions on four major games on Steam, allowing players in various countries to access them freely. The games affected are God of War Ragnarok, The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, Spider-Man 2, and Helldivers 2. Initially, Helldivers 2 required a PlayStation Network (PSN) sign-in, leading to its removal from sale in 177 countries without PSN access. In contrast, the upcoming Spider-Man 2 and The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered, along with God of War Ragnarok and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, will not require a PSN account, although regional restrictions still apply in countries without PSN services. PlayStation Studios head Hermen Hulst emphasized the importance of a careful approach to releasing PlayStation games on other platforms and the significance of single-player titles for showcasing console performance.

Winsage

May 17, 2025

Windows 11 Home vs Pro for Gaming: Which One Should You Choose?

Upgrading from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro does not yield significant benefits in gaming performance, compatibility, or features for most gamers. Both editions provide identical gaming performance, supporting the same core gaming technologies such as DirectStorage, Auto HDR, and Game Mode. Windows 11 Home supports up to 128 GB of RAM and one CPU socket with 64 cores, while Windows 11 Pro supports up to 2 TB of RAM and two CPU sockets with 128 cores. Pro includes additional features like BitLocker encryption, Remote Desktop hosting, Hyper-V virtualization, and Group Policy management, which are not typically utilized by gamers. The price of Windows 11 Home is lower than that of Pro, making it a more cost-effective choice for gaming. Both editions meet the hardware requirements for modern gaming, and compatibility with major games and platforms is consistent across both versions.

AppWizard

February 5, 2025

Report: 94% of devs say AI is going to play “critical role” in QA’s future

An overwhelming majority of game developers believe that artificial intelligence will play a “critical role” in the future of quality assurance, according to The State of Games QA report from Modl.ai, which surveyed over 300 developers. Currently, 94 percent of developers use non-AI automation in their workflow, with 39 percent describing their departments as “highly automated” or “entirely automated.” Only 29.7 percent of respondents have worked on a project released without bugs, and 50 percent express concern that QA budgets are not rising fast enough to keep pace with increasing game complexity. Despite advancements, 77 percent of developers admit they did not complete all necessary quality assurance for their most recent release. Looking ahead, 94 percent agree that AI will play a role in video game quality assurance, with 41 percent deeming it “very important” and 30 percent “extremely important.” Additionally, 87 percent believe their studios are prepared to integrate AI technology, though only 18 percent feel fully ready. Modl.ai focuses on revolutionizing game development through AI, including enhancing game testing and modeling player behavior.

AppWizard

September 26, 2024

PC Gamer at Tokyo Game Show 2024 Day 1 report: PC gaming on the rise and a strong indie game showing

The Tokyo Game Show (TGS) is celebrating its 28th anniversary at the Makuhari Messe exhibition center in Tokyo. TGS has successfully expanded its influence post-Covid, showcasing major game developers and indie studios. There is a notable increase in interest in PC gaming, with major Japanese developers like Konami, Capcom, Sega, and Bandai Namco prioritizing PC releases. The trend of simultaneous releases across platforms is growing, as seen with Capcom's "Monster Hunter Wilds." However, the AAA landscape from Japanese studios is contracting, focusing more on remasters rather than new titles. Sega's "Metaphor: ReFantazio" is now featured on Steam, reflecting this shift. Sony is also pivoting towards PC and remasters, with titles like "Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut" and "Horizon: Zero Dawn Remaster" making their way to PC. TGS 2024 highlights several standout titles, including "Sonic X Shadow Generations" and "Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero." In contrast, indie studios are thriving with shorter development cycles and a dedicated Indie Game show at TGS 2024, featuring titles like "Nightmare Operator" and "Platform 8." The visibility of PC gaming at TGS 2024 marks a significant turning point in the gaming narrative.

BetaBeacon

September 20, 2024

Two major games join GeForce NOW this week, including Frostpunk 2

GeForce NOW has added new games this week, including Frostpunk 2 and Final Fantasy XVI. Frostpunk 2 will be released on September 20 for PC, Xbox, and Xbox Game Pass. The demo for Final Fantasy XVI can be streamed for free on GeForce NOW and progress can be transferred to the full game. Other games available this week on GeForce NOW include The Plucky Squire, Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak, and REKA. Consider upgrading to the GeForce NOW Ultimate membership for the best experience with demanding games.

AppWizard

August 8, 2024

PC gamers can save big with massive price drop on two games including new launch

Epic Games is offering a promotion where players can save up to £66 by claiming two free games for a limited time. The first game is DNF Duel, a fighting game developed by Arc System Works, typically priced at £41, available for free for the next seven days. The second game is Cygni: All Guns Blazing, a bullet-hell shoot 'em up that normally costs £25, also available for free for the next week. Both titles will be accessible until August 15, 2024. Players need an Epic Games account and the Epic Games Launcher to participate in the promotion.

AppWizard

June 13, 2024

Epic Games Leak Apparently Reveals PC Port Dates For GTA 6, The Last Of Us 2, And More

An unofficial database known as EpicDB leaked possible upcoming PC ports of major games, including The Last Of Us Part 2 and Red Dead Redemption. The leak also revealed information about other unreleased games, such as a remake of Final Fantasy IX and a PC port of Final Fantasy XVI. Epic Games has taken steps to prevent similar leaks in the future.