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AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has sold half a million copies

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has sold over 500,000 copies within three days of its launch. The game was released on multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch. It became the second highest grossing title on Steam, following Counter-Strike 2. Developer Level 5 expressed gratitude for the support and released a new illustration to celebrate the achievement.

BetaBeacon

May 28, 2025

RedMagic 10S Pro joins growing Android trend of PC game emulation

Chinese manufacturers are developing Windows emulators for Android gaming, with RedMagic set to launch a gaming-focused Android smartphone with a pre-installed Windows emulator for playing PC games. Xiaomi is also developing a Windows-to-Android emulator called WinPlay Engine, which supports Steam and minimizes GPU performance loss. These emulators could potentially compete with WinLator and support controllers, mice, and keyboards for gameplay.

AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Can Your PC Run Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater?

Hideo Kojima's latest project, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, is upcoming, while Konami will release a remake of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, titled Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, on August 28, 2025. The retail price will be .99, and it will be available on PC (via Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. A Deluxe Edition with additional content will cost .99. Minimum system requirements for PC include Windows 10 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i5-8600 CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 Super GPU, and 100GB SSD storage. Recommended specs include Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i7-8700K CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce GTX 3080 GPU, and 100GB SSD storage. The game will support DualShock and Xbox controllers, and will include Steam features like achievements and cloud support. Compatibility with Steam Deck is uncertain.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

Games Inbox: Are video games too expensive on console and PC?

Bethesda's latest game, Doom: The Dark Ages, is priced at £70 for both PC and console and can be completed in about 13 hours. This pricing strategy has raised concerns among gamers, especially since PC games typically have lower price points. Some gamers believe this may be an attempt by Microsoft to promote its subscription service, Game Pass, while others plan to wait for sales. Additionally, there are concerns about Bungie's management following its acquisition by Sony, with critics questioning the effectiveness of such corporate acquisitions in revitalizing franchises. In contrast, Nintendo is innovating with its upcoming Mario Kart World for the Switch 2, moving the series to an open-world format, which has generated excitement among fans. The gaming community remains engaged in discussions about pricing, management, and innovation as the industry evolves.

AppWizard

May 18, 2025

Hogwarts Legacy first-person mode looks like a whole new game

The director's cut and DLC expansion for Hogwarts Legacy were scrapped despite the game's success as the best-selling new release of 2023. A sequel is in development, and a recent update has introduced mod support for PC players. One notable mod, called ‘First Person,’ created by user Sh4ii, allows players to experience the game from a first-person perspective. Additionally, Hogwarts Legacy will receive a new-gen upgrade for the Nintendo Switch 2, with current Switch owners able to upgrade for £10. This upgrade will involve a comprehensive rebuild of the game using new-gen assets.

AppWizard

May 16, 2025

DMM Games and Too Kyo Games announce Shuten Order for Switch, PC

Publisher DMM Games and developer Too Kyo Games are collaborating on a new project titled Shuten Order, led by Kazutaka Kodaka, known for the Danganronpa series. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam, with Spike Chunsoft publishing it in Western markets. Details about the genre and release date are not yet available. A teaser trailer has been released in both English and Japanese versions.

AppWizard

May 16, 2025

DMM Games and Too Kyo Games announce Shuten Kyodan for Switch, PC

Publisher DMM Games and developer Too Kyo Games have announced a new project titled Shuten Order, led by Kazutaka Kodaka, known for the Danganronpa series. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam, with Spike Chunsoft managing its release in Western markets. Specific details about the genre and release date have not been disclosed. A teaser trailer has been released in both English and Japanese.

AppWizard

May 14, 2025

D3 Publisher’s Next Otome PC Game Is Despera Drops

D3 Publisher has announced the release of the otome visual novel Despera Drops on Steam, scheduled for May 27, 2025. The game was originally launched in Japan in 2023 and later released globally on the Nintendo Switch, with Aksys Games handling the English version for the console. The PC version is developed by Wizardsoft Corporation, with Red Entertainment responsible for the console adaptation. The story follows Mika Amamine, a college student who can perceive thoughts through touch, as she navigates a conspiracy after touching a murder victim. The PC version will feature the main storyline, seven After Stories, compatibility with keyboard and mouse or controller, Steam Cloud save support, and achievements and trading cards.

AppWizard

May 12, 2025

How to get free games on PlayStation, PC and Xbox

The Epic Games Store offers a free game every week, featuring indie titles and blockbuster games like GTA 5 and Death Stranding. Amazon Prime Gaming provides free games for subscribers, including titles like the Mafia trilogy and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Xbox users can access free games through Amazon Prime Gaming and occasional offers on the Xbox Store, with current availability of Minecraft Legends. Microsoft also provides older titles for free sporadically, while Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers a vast library of games for a monthly fee. On PlayStation, free games are primarily found through free-to-play titles like Fortnite, with PlayStation Plus offering access to a catalog of games, including The Last of Us Part I and Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

PC gaming remains undefeated: Nintendo now says it has the right to brick your Switch if it thinks you’re pirating games or modifying the console

Nintendo has updated its online user agreement, allowing the company to make a console "permanently unusable" if a user violates the agreement. The revised End User License Agreement (EULA) includes extensive restrictions on actions such as publishing, modifying, or distributing Nintendo Account Services, as well as using unauthorized copies. The EULA also places responsibility on legal guardians for minors and emphasizes that users do not own their games outright but merely license them. Concerns about backward compatibility and potential service discontinuation for the upcoming Switch 2 have emerged, alongside a growing preference among gamers for more control over their gaming experiences.