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BetaBeacon

May 30, 2025

Thank the Meta Quest for resurrecting another Peter Molyneux classic

Peter Molyneux is known for games like Dungeon Keeper, Theme Park, Populous, Fable, and Black & White. A new VR game called "How to God" combines virtual pet training mechanics, village building, strategy, and an alchemy system. The game is set to launch as a single-player experience with the potential for multiplayer in the future.

AppWizard

May 26, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (May 26, 2025)

On an average day, Steam unveils around a dozen new games. "Two Strikes," a first-person paranormal investigation game, was released on May 23 by Retro Reactor. "Snacko," a life simulation and town-building game featuring a feline protagonist, was released on May 26 by Bluecurse Studios. "Tinkerlands," a resource-gathering game with survival and combat elements, was released on May 24 by CodeManu and Endless Coffee. "Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer," a sequel to the original game, was released on May 20 by Clifftop Games.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Iron Marines 2 Invasion, Dune Imperium, more

Amazon is currently holding a Memorial Day sale with various deals, while Best Buy is also offering promotions. Notable discounts include Google Find My Device trackers starting at .50, a 0 discount on Bose’s SoundLink Max Portable Speaker, and upcoming offers on the OnePlus Pad 3. The GoPro HERO13 Black action camera is available at a significant discount, and the Google Pixel 9a is highlighted as a smartphone upgrade option. Discounted apps include Iron Marines 2 – Invasion, Dune: Imperium, Tokaido, Munchkin, and Raiders of the North Sea.

AppWizard

May 19, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (May 19, 2025)

Steam introduces approximately a dozen new games daily. Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo: - Release: May 17 - Developer: Galla The Precinct: - Release: May 14 - Developer: Fallen Tree Games Ltd - Features a cop drama set in a fictional 1980s American city with a top-down perspective and cop simulation elements. Neon Hearts City: - Release: May 14 - Developer: Cosmic Void - A retro-styled point-and-click adventure featuring a private investigator in a cyberpunk setting. The Slormancer: - Release: May 14 - Developer: Slormite Studios - A pixelated action RPG with intricate skill trees and over 150 elemental skills and passives. Manivore: - Release: May 13 - Developer: Farkas Interactive - A horror game where players investigate sinister activities using a camera, solving puzzles and engaging in stealth sequences.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

I pride myself on keeping up with Steam’s under-the-radar gems, but April was packed with enough new games to keep me busy for the rest of 2025

In April 2025, over 100 games launched, with notable titles including Blue Prince and Clair Obscur, the latter receiving significant attention. Clair Obscur was released on April 22nd and has a 94% rating from 39 reviews. Maliki: Poison Of The Past, inspired by a French comic, was released on April 20th. Mythical Concept Starnaut, a narrative-driven game, was released on April 28th with a 97% rating from 45 reviews. Bionic Bay, a stylish platformer, was released on April 17th and has a 90% rating from 264 reviews. Asura The Striker, released on April 23rd, has a 93% rating from 49 reviews. Traveler's Refrain, an action RPG, was released on April 11th with a 92% rating from 26 reviews. Voidborn, a low-fi shooter, was released on April 7th with a 90% rating from 262 reviews. I, Robot, a reimagining of an arcade classic, was released on April 17th and has a 95% rating from 20 reviews. Lab Rat, a dystopian comedy, was released on April 15th with a 97% rating from 188 reviews. Peppered: An Existential Platformer, released on April 7th, has a 95% rating from 266 reviews. Repose, a workplace horror game, was released on April 14th and has a 90% rating from 74 reviews.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

GeForce NOW to Get DOOM: The Dark Ages, Blades of Fire and More in May

NVIDIA's GeForce NOW platform is set to release several new PC games in May, including: - Survival Machine - May 7 - Revenge of the Savage Planet - May 8 - Spirit of the North 2 - May 8 - The Precinct - May 13 - DOOM: The Dark Ages - May 15 - Blacksmith Master - May 15 - 9 Kings - May 19 - RoadCraft - May 20 - Monster Train 2 - May 21 - Survive the Fall - May 21 - Blades of Fire - May 22 - Tokyo Xtreme Racer - Available on Steam - The Last Spell - Available on Steam - War Robots: Frontiers - Available on Steam - Torque Drift 2 - Available on Epic Games Store Recent additions to the library include: - Deadzone: Rogue - April 29 - Haunted House Renovator - April 30 - Far Cry 4 - April 30 - Anno 1800 - May 1 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered - May 1 - Blood Strike - Available on Steam - DREDGE - Available on Xbox - LONESTAR - Available on Steam - Soulstone Survivors - Available on Steam DOOM: The Dark Ages will feature path tracing and NVIDIA DLSS, with path tracing available shortly after launch.

BetaBeacon

April 30, 2025

One of the most satisfying roguelikes is now free on the Epic Games Store mobile app

Two new free games, Loop Hero and Chuchel, are available on the Epic Games Store mobile app until May 1.

AppWizard

April 28, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (April 28, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, creating a diverse gaming landscape. Navicula Meatus - Release Date: April 25 - Developer: Torgomind - Description: A game focused on immersive discomfort, lacking traditional fun but featuring dark humor. Replicube - Release Date: April 24 - Developers: Walaber Entertainment LLC - Description: A programming game where players replicate voxel-based objects using code, featuring a 3D voxel editor and a 2D image editor. GeckoShop - Release Date: April 25 - Developer: Reptoid - Description: A retail simulator where players sell geckos in an open world filled with quirky NPCs and quests. Dishventory - Release Date: April 25 - Developer: Final Offer - Description: A strategy card game centered on doing dishes, where players use cards to manage dishwashing tasks; it is free to play.

AppWizard

April 26, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for Apr. 25: Steam Golden Week sales begin

The gaming community is experiencing excitement during Golden Week with sales and discounts across various platforms. Steam has launched its Golden Week sales, featuring discounts on titles from Capcom and Sega, including a debut discount on Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Valve's storefront is highlighting box-pushing games such as Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure and Lab Rat. Although Xbox is not officially part of Golden Week, Xbox Game Studios is offering a sale with a first-time price reduction on Avowed. Blizzard is hosting its annual Spring Sale with discounts on Avowed, the Diablo 4 Expansion Bundle, and World of Warcraft: The War Within, which includes a 30-day subscription. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is also gaining attention with launch week discounts from various retailers. Humble Bundle is offering a subscription service for .99 per month, providing access to several games including Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered and Dredge, along with additional savings for members. Various tiers of deals are available for games like Doom 64, Doom 3, and Wolfenstein titles.

BetaBeacon

April 24, 2025

VR brought out the kid in me again

Plastic Battlegrounds is a sandbox toy-based battle simulator game that allows players to embody a plastic soldier and engage in battles and scenarios in different parts of a house. The game focuses on creativity and imagination rather than advanced AI or cutting-edge graphics.