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July 14, 2025

Why the Golden Age of PC Gaming Is Just Beginning

The traditional metric of success in marketing has shifted from securing shelf space to earning attention space, particularly on platforms like Twitch, TikTok, Reddit, and Discord. Marketing strategies now focus on creating engaging, interactive, and immersive experiences rather than just visibility. This includes using playable teasers and innovative Discord bots to foster community interaction and cultural contagion. The current marketing landscape prioritizes fan-building and genuine connections over hype-building. On the PC platform, the moddable nature of games allows brands to enhance user engagement through customization and community-driven initiatives, transforming marketing into collaborative experiences.

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July 14, 2025

This week in PC games: Stronghold, Destiny and Neverwinter Nights lead a host of drifters, necromancers and Pac-Monsters

The latest PC game releases include factory-themed titles such as "Kaizen: A Factory Story," an automation puzzle game by former Zachtronics developers, and "MoteMancer," which features real-time factory construction across dimensions with generative AI-inspired art. For those preferring different genres, "Arashi Gaiden" offers a turn-based ninja adventure. Notable revivals include "Dungeons & Dragons Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition" and "Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Edition." "Destiny 2" has released the Year Of Prophecy edition with new content. New games also feature "Becoming Saint," a real-time tactics roguelite, "Worship," which explores occult tactics, and "The Necromancer's Tale," an open-world RPG. Other titles include "Fill Up The Hole," a 2D landfill simulator, "Shadow Labyrinth," a horror twist on Pac-Man, and "The Drifter," a pulp adventure game. "Phantom Squad" promises action-packed gameplay.

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July 14, 2025

Nvidia’s free speed boost for all PC games is no longer exclusive to its newest GPUs – here’s which older cards are about to get it

Nvidia will make its Smooth Motion technology available for all RTX 4000 graphics cards, a feature previously exclusive to the RTX 5000 series. Currently in beta through Nvidia's latest driver update, Smooth Motion enhances frame rates by inserting additional frames, functioning at the driver level and supporting any DirectX 11 or DirectX 12 game. This technology offers benefits for older PC games that may not receive updates for frame generation. Users have reported issues with the beta version, including crashes and system lock-ups, and enabling Smooth Motion requires the Nvidia Profile Inspector tool. An official release for RTX 4000 graphics card owners is anticipated soon.

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July 14, 2025

Think you know gaming? Test your knowledge with PC Gamer’s fiendish quizzes

PC Gamer offers weekly quizzes to test knowledge of PC gaming. The quizzes cover various topics, including: 1. Weird currencies in games, such as Mucus-Slick Eggs in Diablo 4 and Delirious Scouting Reports in Path of Exile. 2. Identifying health bars from different games through screenshots. 3. Recalling names of 15 PC games that are no longer available, based on screenshots.

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July 14, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (July 14, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, which can make it difficult for players to find new favorites. Recent notable PC game releases include: - Everdeep Aurora: Released on July 10, developed by Nautilus Games. - Dread Flats: A first-person horror game set in a "murder building" in 1990s China. - Last Report: Released on July 12, developed by Moonpixel Games, this point-and-click adventure follows a park ranger uncovering disturbing events through CCTV footage. - Occlude: Released on July 11, developed by Tributary Games, this occult card game features a "reality-bending" narrative. - Azrael's Tear: Released on July 12, developed by Intelligent Games Ltd., this retro game originally from 1996 involves a quest for the Holy Grail in a futuristic setting, focusing on puzzles and exploration.

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July 12, 2025

The 5 rarest PC games you’ll never own

PC gaming is a significant part of the video game industry, with both digital and physical releases appealing to gamers and collectors. - Dark Souls III (Prestige Edition): Released in 2016, this edition includes an art book, a metal case, and a 40cm Lord of Cinder figure. Loose versions can sell for around , while complete editions can exceed ,000. - Garage Bad Dream Adventure: A point-and-click horror game released in 1999 with only 3,000 copies produced. Complete copies are valued between ,500 and over ,200. - Rockford: An arcade game from 1988 adapted for home computers. Loose copies are valued over ,000, while complete-in-box versions can reach upwards of ,500, and sometimes exceed ,000 at auction. - Wolfenstein 3D: Released in 1992, this first-person shooter has loose copies valued around 0 and complete editions averaging around ,200, often fetching higher at auction. - Nora Princess And Stray Cat Heart: A 2016 adult visual novel with limited physical release. Loose versions exceed ,000, and complete-in-box editions can reach prices as high as ,000 at auctions. Physical releases in PC gaming are increasingly rare and valuable, often requiring significant financial investment to acquire.

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July 12, 2025

These 15 PC games died for our sins—can you even remember their names?

Numerous video games fade into obscurity as servers are decommissioned and digital storefronts remove their listings. Some games never reach the launch stage, while others fail shortly after launch or during open beta or Early Access, leading to the downfall of their developing studios. These games were briefly available on PC and span various genres, including multiplayer shooters, MOBAs, and MMOs.

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July 10, 2025

Wish your Nintendo DS could run modern PC games? You need to see this new gaming handheld

AYANEO has introduced the AYANEO Flip 1S, a clamshell handheld gaming device available for pre-order. It features two designs: one with dual screens and another with a built-in keyboard. Both models have a 7-inch 144Hz OLED main display, with the dual-screen version including a 4.5-inch LCD panel and the keyboard variant featuring a compact RGB keyboard. The device is powered by either a Ryzen 7 8840U or a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 chipset, with RAM options of 16GB or 32GB for the former and 32GB or 64GB for the latter. Storage ranges from 1TB to 2TB, expandable via a microSD card slot. The AYANEO Flip 1S has a 45Wh battery and supports 65W PD charging. It is capable of emulating classic systems like the Nintendo DS, 3DS, and Wii U. Pre-orders start at 9 during the crowdfunding campaign, with the top-tier model priced at 9 and shipping expected to begin in August.

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July 10, 2025

New Epic Games Store Free Games Save PC Gamers $40

The Epic Games Store is offering two free PC games until July 17, which can be claimed and kept permanently without any subscription requirements. The first game, Figment 2: Creed Valley, is an action-adventure puzzle game released in 2023, with a Metacritic score of 76 and a 94% approval rating on Steam. The game is set in the human mind, where players navigate a world disrupted by nightmares, solving puzzles and engaging in musical boss battles. The second game, Sky Racket, is a 2019 release that combines shoot 'em up and block breaker genres, with a Metacritic score of 72 and a 92% approval rating on Steam. Players use a racket to return projectiles while navigating a vibrant world filled with enemies.

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July 9, 2025

Steam Users Buy Games They’re Never Going to Play, Says Analyst

Steam remains the largest online gaming store for PC users, despite Epic Games' efforts to compete. Valve takes a 30% revenue cut from developers, while Epic takes only 12% after the first million in revenue. Steam's popularity is attributed to its large community of gamers who often buy games they do not play. Analysts note that Valve has successfully marketed to individuals overwhelmed by entertainment options, creating a scenario where gamers feel they might eventually play the games they purchase. A survey indicated that many players add games to their wishlist without trying them. An example is Chris Wray, who owns 6,062 games on Steam but has only played about 20% of them. Steam frequently offers significant discounts, especially during sales events.