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AppWizard

February 25, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds review

Monster Hunter Wilds is an action game developed and published by Capcom, focusing on battling colossal creatures and crafting gear from their remains. It is priced at £60 and features multiplayer capabilities. The game introduces a streamlined quest structure and a cinematic narrative within a seamless world, enhancing immersion. It offers 14 weapon types with new mechanics, such as Focus Strike finishers and Offset Attacks, improving combat dynamics. Notable monsters include Rey Dau and Arkveld, and the game features a seasonal system affecting monster behavior and resource availability. Players can set up portable camps for convenience, but there are concerns about losing the franchise's identity due to automation in travel and technical issues like crashes during loading screens. The game was reviewed on an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super with an Intel Core i7 14700KF and 32 GB RAM.

AppWizard

February 11, 2025

This long-running cozy tavern life sim on Steam just added online multiplayer, so now you can design and run a medieval pub with your pals

Travellers Rest is a life simulation game that allows players to manage their own tavern, brewing beverages, serving meals, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for travelers. It has gained popularity among fans of farming sims and cozy gameplay, often being discussed as an alternative to Stardew Valley. The game features engaging mechanics and fosters a sense of community. A recent multiplayer beta has increased interest, allowing players to share their tavern experiences with friends. Players have been given instructions to back up their saved games to preserve their progress.

BetaBeacon

February 3, 2025

The best multiplayer games on Android

Mobile gaming has become a serious platform for gamers, allowing players to enjoy top PS5 titles on Android devices. One key advantage is the ability to engage in multiplayer battles with other players, offering a competitive edge to the gaming experience.

AppWizard

February 3, 2025

Sony Finally Gets Rid of Pesky PlayStation Network Login Requirement for Its Biggest PC Games

Sony has announced that linking a PlayStation Network (PSN) account will now be optional for select single-player titles on PC, effective immediately before the release of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. This decision has been positively received by the PC gaming community, especially in regions without PSN access, such as the Dominican Republic. Previously, players used mods to bypass the PSN login requirement, which posed risks. The issue gained attention during the release of Helldivers 2 in 2024, leading to a backlash that prompted Sony to change its policy. Players can now enjoy titles like God of War Ragnarok, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and Last of Us Part II Remastered without needing a PSN account, although some games, like Ghost of Tsushima, still require it for online multiplayer. Linking accounts offers exclusive content, including cosmetics and in-game currency.

BetaBeacon

December 27, 2024

Top 25 best tower defence games for Android phones and tablets

Kingdom Rush is a tower defense game available on iOS and Android, considered the pinnacle of the genre with tight unit balance, intuitive controls, inventive level design, and a comic book aesthetic.

AppWizard

December 18, 2024

Exciting PC Games to Watch Out for in the First Quarter of 2025

2025 will feature several highly anticipated PC games, including: - Spider-Man 2: A sequel with dual protagonists, Peter Parker and Miles Morales, featuring ray-tracing capabilities, fast load times, and refined combat mechanics. - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: A role-playing game set in 15th-century Europe with enhanced combat and a larger map for exploration. - Sid Meier’s Civilization VII: A turn-based strategy game with dynamic ecosystems and advanced AI, focusing on player choices impacting the world. - Like a Dragon – Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii: A spinoff featuring Goro Majima in Hawaii, known for its brawls and humor, with improved visuals on PC. - Monster Hunter Wilds: A game that allows players to influence the ecosystem while hunting monsters, featuring AI-driven creatures and dynamic weather systems. Digital marketplaces like Eneba will offer deals on these upcoming titles.

AppWizard

December 14, 2024

Weekend PC Game Deals: Daily encore bundles, nominee discounts, and more

The Humble Store is offering encore events featuring popular bundles such as Sci-Fi Shooters, Disney Classics, Metroidvania Mania, and Deckbuilders for a limited time. The Epic Games Store has launched holiday promotions, including a free copy of The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, available until December 19. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is offering a week-long trial on Steam until December 20, focusing on multiplayer features. The GOG store's Winter Sale includes discounts on over 6,000 DRM-free titles and a giveaway for The Whispered World: Special Edition. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

AppWizard

November 16, 2024

Unreal Gold and Unreal Tournament are now free on the Internet Archive, and Epic says that’s a-okay

The Internet Archive has made the classic 1998 shooter Unreal and its multiplayer successor Unreal Tournament available for free, with the endorsement of Epic Games. This announcement was first shared on the OldUnreal Discord and later gained traction on Resetera. An Epic spokesperson confirmed that the games are hosted on archive.org, allowing players to link to and play these versions. Players can download and install the games from the Internet Archive or use new installers available at oldunreal.com. The games may have quirks due to their age, such as a default resolution of 640x480 and inverted mouse controls. Epic had previously removed these titles from sale, and their decision to make them freely accessible is seen as a positive step for game preservation.

AppWizard

October 10, 2024

PC gamers in shock as hugely popular strategy game disappears from online stores

Concerns are rising among gamers about the preservation of video games as several popular titles have been removed from online platforms. The Crew was taken offline earlier this year, and LittleBigPlanet 3 is also going offline. Age of Empires 3 was delisted from online storefronts on October 10, 2024, and Microsoft will cease support for its online multiplayer features by October 30, 2024, citing unsupported technology. Players who own Age of Empires 3 can still access offline modes, and it remains retrievable from their library. The Age of Empires 3: Definitive Edition is still available for purchase, and players can try it for free on Steam. The Definitive Edition features enhanced visuals and additional content. Age of Empires 2 also has a well-received Definitive Edition, and both games utilize the same engine as Age of Mythology: Retold. Age of Empires 3 has gained appreciation over time for its focus on gunpowder combat.

AppWizard

October 4, 2024

My Time at Evershine has passed $1.7M in crowdfunding and its developer wants it to become ‘a must play series in the cozy/simulation RPG space’

The developers of My Time at Portia and My Time at Sandrock are launching a new game titled My Time at Evershine, which has successfully raised 6,201 in pledges on Kickstarter, surpassing its goal of 0,000 with 19 days left in the campaign. Players will take on the role of the governor of a new settlement, gathering resources and interacting with locals. Evershine features a comprehensive building system and fully voiced characters, enhancing the gameplay experience. The game achieved its funding goal in just 35 minutes, indicating strong interest compared to its predecessors, which raised 4,770 and had a more challenging crowdfunding process. Evershine showcases a new art style with more realistically proportioned characters and aims to deliver high-quality assets. The developers have shared that My Time at Sandrock cost approximately million and anticipate similar expenses for Evershine. They are also addressing feedback from Sandrock to improve multiplayer features, building mechanics, and romance options. A Steam page for Evershine has been created, but the release date is still pending.