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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.

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February 14, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds is already having a discount ahead of launch – Here’s where you can hunt for Capcom’s biggest game of 2025 at a cheaper price

Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on February 28, 2025, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam, with a retail price of .99. The PC version is available at a discounted price of .79 at GreenManGaming. Players will take on the role of a monster hunter tasked with exploring the Forbidden Lands and reuniting a lost boy named Nata with his tribe. The game features expansive hunting environments, a diverse array of monsters, and introduces new gameplay mechanics, including a mount called Seikret and support for cross-play online multiplayer. Preorders for the PC version are currently available at a discounted price, and players are encouraged to check the PC Benchmark program to ensure their systems meet the requirements.

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February 7, 2025

The Monster Hunter Wilds beta is now live

The beta test for Monster Hunter Wilds is available on Steam, PC, PS5, and Xbox. It started on February 6th at 7 PM Pacific and ends on February 9th at the same time. A repeat session will occur from February 13th to 16th, also starting at 7 PM Pacific. Participants can request access on Steam without any cap on the number of players. The beta requires approximately 24GB of disk space and includes a shader compilation process that may take several minutes. The official launch of the game is scheduled for February 27th.

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February 7, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds: Can Your PC Run This Supernatural Safari Scuffle?

Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on PC (Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on February 28, 2025, with a retail price of .99. The Deluxe Edition costs .99 and includes gestures and cosmetic armor, while the Premium Deluxe Edition is priced at .99 and offers additional cosmetic DLC. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i5-10400 CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 GPU, and 75GB of available storage on an SSD. The recommended system requirements are similar, with the GPU upgraded to AMD Radeon RX 6600 or Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 Super. Capcom will provide a benchmark tool for players to assess their gaming PCs and will host two open beta sessions on February 6-9 and February 13-16, 2025. The game supports both controller and keyboard/mouse configurations, and a broadband internet connection is recommended for online multiplayer. Cross-platform play will be available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S players.

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December 28, 2024

Here are DSOGaming’s Games of the Year 2024

The gaming community is anticipating the Game of the Year (GOTY) list as 2024 approaches. Contributors from DSOGaming have shared their top picks: - pirovashMX chose Penny’s Big Breakaway, a platformer inspired by Sega’s 90s classics, featuring fluid movement and a new whip mechanic. - Spencer selected Virtua Fighter 5 REVO, an Open Beta version of a classic fighting game from 2006, praised for its combat mechanics and graphics, with an official release scheduled for January. - Nick McCaskey highlighted Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, a JRPG that encouraged multiple playthroughs, alongside a mention of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. - John Papadopoulos picked Silent Hill 2 Remake, commending its atmosphere, narrative, visuals, and satisfying conclusion, despite minor traversal issues.