Marvel Rivals Archives

AppWizard

March 23, 2025

Don’t expect Minecraft to go free-to-play anytime soon, as Mojang says “It doesn’t really work with the way we built it”

Minecraft is the best-selling game of all time, maintaining its popularity since its launch in 2011. It has remained a paid title while other games have shifted to a free-to-play model. Minecraft has consistently been on the Nintendo Switch eShop's best-selling list since its 2017 release. Mojang producer Ingela Garneij stated that the game's design and monetization strategy were intended as a one-time purchase, calling it "the best deal in the world." A Minecraft movie featuring Jack Black is in development. The name Minecraft: Pocket Edition was inspired by the Nintendo Game Boy Pocket.

Winsage

March 13, 2025

AMD’s most powerful processor ever actually runs better on Windows 10 than Windows 11

Recent benchmarks indicate that AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D performs better on Windows 10 than on Windows 11. In gaming tests, it achieved 729 fps on Windows 10 compared to 710 fps on Windows 11, with a further decline when virtualization-based security (VBS) was enabled. For example, in Fortnite, it recorded 591 fps on Windows 10 and 541 fps on Windows 11, with VBS causing a 9.2% performance drop. Other games also showed similar discrepancies between the two operating systems. A custom-tuned version of Windows 11 24H2 did not outperform a standard installation of Windows 10. The Ryzen 9 9950X3D was released on March 12, 2025, and is priced at 9/£699/AU,349. It features 16 cores, but only eight access the 3D V-cache, which may affect its performance compared to the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

AppWizard

March 11, 2025

CHARTS: Monster Hunter Wilds drops to No.2 in second week

Counter-Strike 2 is currently the top game on the Steam charts, followed by Monster Hunter Wilds in second place. Split Fiction debuted in third place after selling one million copies within 48 hours of its release. REPO is in fourth place, while the Steam Deck has fallen to fifth. PUBG: Battlegrounds dropped to sixth, and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege rose to seventh. Throne and Liberty re-entered the charts at eighth place, while Fragpunk debuted at ninth. Marvel Rivals is in tenth place after slipping four spots. The Steam Top Ten for the week ending March 11th is as follows: Counter-Strike 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, Split Fiction, REPO, Steam Deck, PUBG: Battlegrounds, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege, Throne and Liberty, Fragpunk, and Marvel Rivals.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

CHARTS: Monster Hunter Wilds debuts at No.1 on Steam

Monster Hunter Wilds is the highest-grossing game on Steam for the week ending March 4th, having launched on February 28th and achieving a peak of 1.4 million concurrent players. It has sold over eight million copies. The Steam Top Ten for the week includes: 1. Monster Hunter Wilds, Capcom 2. Counter-Strike 2, Valve 3. Steam Deck, Valve 4. PUBG: Battlegrounds, Krafton 5. REPO, Semiwork 6. Marvel Rivals, NetEase 7. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, Plaion 8. Apex Legends, EA 9. PGA Tour 2K25, 2K Games 10. EA Sports FC 25, EA

AppWizard

March 1, 2025

5 best free-to-play action games on PC in 2025 | Esports News – The Times of India

Path of Exile 2 is in a paid early-access phase with a full free launch expected in 2025, featuring improved visuals and new characters. Marvel Rivals is a team-based action shooter allowing players to embody Marvel characters, reminiscent of Overwatch. Genshin Impact offers exploration and combat with a diverse cast of characters and regular updates. Call of Duty: Warzone 2 dominates the battle royale genre with intense combat and regular updates. Fortnite remains a top-rated action game in 2025, known for its building mechanics and evolving content.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

Deadlock Adds NVIDIA Reflex, Reducing PC Latency By Up To 45% On GeForce RTX GPUs

NVIDIA Reflex, introduced in September 2020, has reduced PC latency in over 130 titles, with 90% of GeForce gamers adopting the technology. It is supported by nine of the top ten competitive shooters, including Call of Duty: Warzone, Counter-Strike 2, and Fortnite, as well as critically acclaimed games like Cyberpunk 2077 and God of War. In 2024, GeForce gamers have enjoyed over 10 billion hours of gameplay using Reflex. Recently, Reflex expanded to Deadlock and received updates for games like World of Warcraft and Apex Legends, integrating into an additional 11 games and further reducing latency for GeForce RTX gamers.

AppWizard

February 27, 2025

A Selection of New PC Games Worth Playing in 2025

In 2025, the PC gaming landscape features several must-play titles, including: - Call of Duty: Black Ops 6: A highly anticipated installment with impressive gunplay, a return of zombies, and new weapons and features. - Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl: A sequel set in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, focusing on survival and resourcefulness. - WoW The War Within: An update to World of Warcraft introducing a new Story Mode feature, attracting returning players. - Marvel Rivals: A game featuring superhero battles that has gained popularity for its exhilarating gameplay. - Civilization VII: Released in February, it has received positive reviews for enhancements, including new Ages and expanded resources. Other notable games include Age of Mythology Retold, Fallout London, Black Myth Wukong, Frostpunk 2, Ara History Untold, Metaphor ReFantazio, and Dragon Ball Sparking Zero.

AppWizard

February 25, 2025

CHARTS: Monster Hunter Wilds pre-orders rise to second place on Steam

Pre-orders for Monster Hunter Wilds have surged, making it the second highest grossing item on Steam as of the week ending February 25th. Counter-Strike 2 remains the top performer, while the Steam Deck has risen three spots. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is steady at No. 4, and PUBG: Battlegrounds has climbed to No. 5. Avowed debuted at No. 6, Marvel Rivals is at No. 7, and Civilization 7 dropped to No. 8. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii debuted at No. 9, and Apex Legends rounds out the Top Ten.

AppWizard

February 24, 2025

NetEase Games reportedly cutting non-Chinese studios

NetEase is reevaluating its international gaming ventures and considering the sale of several foreign studios. This decision follows a 3.3 percent decline in gross profits year-on-year and a reassessment of financing projects with uncertain returns. The company has withdrawn support for certain projects and laid off staff at its Swedish studio, Liquid Swords. Studios in Europe, America, and Japan are being given time to find new investors. NetEase aims to adopt a more cautious approach while continuing to invest in its global business and nurturing talent. The company has been in the gaming industry for over two decades and is still exploring single-player game development. During an earnings call, Mr. Ding emphasized the importance of evaluating the progress and viability of their studios and products.

AppWizard

February 19, 2025

‘Just couldn’t dodge that big boot I guess, no matter how big the success of the gig’: Marvel Rivals developers in the US say NetEase just laid off their whole team

NetEase has confirmed layoffs affecting the development team behind Marvel Rivals, specifically reducing the design team based in Seattle for organizational reasons. The company emphasized its commitment to treating impacted employees with confidentiality and respect. Despite the layoffs, NetEase stated that the core development team in China remains dedicated to enhancing the game, which has over 200,000 active players on Steam and reportedly generated an estimated million in its first month. Currently, there are no Seattle-based developers working on Marvel Rivals. The layoffs have raised questions given the game's financial success, and industry observers speculate this may be part of a broader strategy to streamline the development team. NetEase has also been scaling back its U.S. operations recently.