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June 3, 2025

Splitgate 2’s official launch is just days away as devs tease ‘a massive surprise’ which will be unveiled at Summer Game Fest

Splitgate 2 has entered its open beta phase, launched in early May, with the official release of version 1.0 scheduled for June 6. 1047 Games has released a new trailer that explores the emotional complexities of a character from the Sabrask faction dealing with perpetual resurrection. The character learns to reconcile with their fate, improving their performance and teamwork. The trailer concludes with the message “Get up,” emphasizing resilience in competitive gaming. The open beta remains active until the official launch, allowing players to explore the game and purchase exclusive cosmetics. A significant announcement related to Splitgate 2 is expected during the Summer Game Fest livestream.

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May 24, 2025

‘We’re gonna do right by you’: Splitgate 2 CEO apologizes for server meltdown after the open beta goes live

The open beta for Splitgate 2 was launched on May 22 but faced significant challenges, leading developer 1047 Games to take the servers offline shortly after. CEO Ian Proulx expressed disappointment over the situation and acknowledged that the team had hoped for a smoother rollout. Technical difficulties include slow matchmaking and delays in experience points and progress gains, with player experiences varying widely. The in-game shop is active, but players have faced delays in receiving purchased items, which will be honored upon the game's return. Proulx assured that all transactions have been recorded. The team is addressing various bugs during the downtime, but a timeline for the game's return has not been established. A more comprehensive update is expected later today.

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May 19, 2025

NVIDIA DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation and Other RTX Updates Shown Off for Upcoming and Existing PC Games

NVIDIA's DLSS 4 technology is integrated into over 125 games and applications. Portal with RTX has upgraded from DLSS 3.5 to DLSS 4, improving performance with the GeForce RTX 5090 achieving an average of 277 frames per second. Roadcraft will launch with DLSS Frame Generation, DLSS Super Resolution, and DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, running at over 250 frames per second on the RTX 5090. SplitGate 2 will fully integrate DLSS 4 technologies in its Open Beta, while NARAKA: Bladepoint will receive a path tracing update, showcasing approximately 350 frames per second. F1 25 will launch on May 24 with DLSS 4 technologies, and Dune: Awakening will feature these technologies in early June. MindsEye will launch on June 10 with full DLSS 4 support, followed by Remedy's FBC: Firebreak on June 17. Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will launch on July 24 with complete DLSS technologies but without ray tracing. inZOI will receive a DLSS 4 update in August. Horizon 'clone' Light of Motiram runs at over 400 frames per second with DLSS 4 technologies. Crimson Desert will incorporate DLSS 4 technologies and ray-traced effects, aiming for high-quality graphics and smooth gameplay.

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May 5, 2025

The first big REPO update is available to test

REPO's update 0.1.2.21_beta is currently available for players through an open beta on Steam. To access it, players can right-click on the game's title, select properties, and then betas. The update includes a new level and a random matchmaking feature. Semiwork has confirmed that REPO will not become free-to-play and will not include microtransactions, but players can earn cosmetics through gameplay.

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April 30, 2025

The Best PC Games of 2025 So Far (Spring Edition)

Spring 2025 has seen the release of several notable PC games, including: - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: Released on April 24, 2025, by Sandfall Interactive, it sold over 1 million copies in three days and features a blend of French art nouveau aesthetics and JRPG combat mechanics. - Monster Hunter Wilds: Released on February 28, 2025, by Capcom, it introduces full narrative integration and dynamic monster interactions. - The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered: Released on April 22, 2025, by Bethesda Game Studios, it attracted over 4 million players shortly after launch and features enhanced visuals and gameplay updates. Other early 2025 releases include: - Blue Prince (April 10, 2025) - Split Fiction (March 6, 2025) - Atomfall (March 27, 2025) - Assassin’s Creed Shadows (March 20, 2025) - Two Point Museum (March 5, 2025) - Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (January 23, 2025) - Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist (January 22, 2025) - Ninja Gaiden II Black (January 23, 2025) - The Talos Principle: Reawakened (April 10, 2025) Highly anticipated titles for later in 2025 include: - Grand Theft Auto VI (Late 2025) - Doom: The Dark Ages (May 15, 2025) - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (August 28, 2025) - The Outer Worlds 2 (Expected 2025) - Borderlands 4 (September 12, 2025) - Marvel’s Blade (TBA 2025) - Hades II (Full Release later 2025) - Frostpunk 2 (Summer 2025) - Slay the Spire 2 (Early Access Expected 2025) - Anno 117: Pax Romana (Expected 2025) - Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 (October 2025) - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Expected 2025) - Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Expected 2025) In 2024, top-rated PC games included: 1. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 2. Metaphor: ReFantazio 3. UFO 50 4. Tekken 8 5. Caves of Qud 6. Animal Well 7. Satisfactory 8. Balatro 9. Thank Goodness You’re Here! 10. The Last of Us Part II Remastered The PC gaming landscape in 2024 was characterized by significant hardware advancements, improved game integration and compatibility, and thriving online communities.

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April 19, 2025

Rematch passes 100K Steam concurrents in open beta as ‘Rocket League but with feet’ turns out to be a winning idea

Rematch, a newly unveiled multiplayer soccer game, is hosting an open beta on Steam this weekend and has attracted over 100,000 concurrent players. The game focuses on traditional sports mechanics rather than physics-based gameplay, distinguishing it from Rocket League. Developed by Sloclap, known for martial arts games like Absolver and Sifu, Rematch represents a shift in the studio's focus. Creative director Pierre Tarno has opted for a paid model instead of free-to-play, emphasizing the importance of quality in game development. The full launch of Rematch is scheduled for June 19.

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April 18, 2025

Rematch, the soccer game from the maker of Sifu and Absolver, is holding an open beta this weekend

Sloclap has announced a multiplayer soccer game titled Rematch, set to begin an open beta on April 18, 2024. Players will control a single athlete, emphasizing teamwork and coordination, while the game eliminates traditional elements like offsides and fouls to enhance pace. The beta will allow players to experience the game for free, with access granted gradually based on server capacity. The full release is scheduled for June 19, 2024.

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March 23, 2025

A beta of backyard FPS Neighbors: Suburban Warfare is out now, and the balance discussion is hysterical: nerf trash can lids and children

Neighbors: Suburban Warfare is a new game that combines character shooter mechanics with whimsical suburban themes, reminiscent of Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare. It features eccentric characters and humorous gameplay, transforming suburban life into a battleground. An open beta is currently available on Steam, allowing players to experience its quirky mechanics. Community feedback includes humorous comments about character balance, such as a request to nerf a character named Kevin and criticism of using trash can lids as shields. The developer is Invisible Walls, and the game fosters a sense of community among players.

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March 4, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds sold 8m copies in there days

Monster Hunter Wilds sold over eight million copies within three days of its launch, making it the fastest title in Capcom's history to reach such sales figures. The game was launched on February 28th for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. Capcom's marketing efforts, including showcasing the game at global events and organizing an online open beta test, contributed to its success. The franchise has now surpassed 116 million copies sold across all titles.

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February 28, 2025

Dungeonborne, the game that once threatened to steal Dark and Darker’s crown, is closing in May

Dungeonborne, developed by Mithril Interactive, will officially close, with new account registrations and in-game purchases ending on February 28 and the game going offline on May 28. The game was first revealed in February 2024 but received mixed feedback and struggled to gain traction, peaking at only 22 concurrent players recently. The lack of consistent updates contributed to its decline. In contrast, Dark and Darker, a similar game, has thrived, peaking at nearly 12,000 concurrent players after returning to Steam in June 2024.