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March 21, 2025

Wield a brinerevolver as a brinehunter in Abyssus, the briniest ‘brinepunk’ shooter this side of the Mariana Trench

Abyssus is a co-op first-person shooter developed by DoubleMoose, featuring customizable firearms that can be modified during gameplay. The game draws inspiration from titles like Deep Rock Galactic, Warhammer 2: Vermintide, and Gunfire Reborn, and is characterized as a co-op roguelite FPS with a deep-sea aesthetic. A recent trailer showcased its underwater world and rich visuals, enhancing immersion. The game combines elements of magic and firearms, promising an engaging experience for players.

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March 14, 2025

The PC Gaming Show returns this June

The PC Gaming Show will take place on June 8, 2025, and will be broadcast on Twitch, YouTube, X, and Steam. It will feature over 50 games and is the first of two showcases planned for the year, with a Most Wanted segment returning later in 2025. A press kit with visual assets for streaming will be provided for participants, along with information for content creators to enhance their experience.

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March 14, 2025

Get ready for a bounty of PC games on June 8, as the PC Gaming show is back

The PC Gaming Show will take place on June 8, celebrating its tenth anniversary and showcasing over 50 games for various platforms, including Steam Deck, Linux, macOS, and Windows. The event will be broadcast on Twitch, YouTube, X, and Steam, with opportunities for content creators to co-stream. Jake Tucker, the Editorial Director, highlighted the show's growth and commitment to a player-focused approach since its inception in 2015.

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March 1, 2025

I did not expect the most promising turn-based tactics game of Steam Next Fest to star the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, but here we are

TMNT: Tactical Takedown is a new turn-based tactics game featuring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, showcased during the Steam Next Fest. The game presents battles against the Foot Clan in a board game-like format on a dynamic battlefield grid, where players allocate action points and utilize various abilities. Each turtle has unique gameplay styles, but the demo reveals balance issues, particularly with Michelangelo being more challenging than Leonardo and Donatello. Some ability tooltips can be misleading, affecting gameplay clarity. The game features a one-versus-many setup against simplistic AI, allowing for strategic maneuvers. The demo lasts about an hour and is currently available for free until March 3, after which it will be removed from the store. The release date is marked as "TBA."

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February 6, 2025

Journey to the Industrial Era with our custom-modded Civilization VII PC

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII, developed by Firaxis Games, is the #1 Most Wanted game from December's PC Gaming Show and is set to launch on February 11. To celebrate, a sweepstakes was organized, offering a chance to win a custom-modded PC inspired by the game's Ages, created in collaboration with Blue Horse Studios. Participants voted for their preferred Age, and a winner was announced to receive the gaming rig. A video showcasing the results of the partnership is available for viewing.

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December 26, 2024

Best Sandbox 2024: Satisfactory

Satisfactory is a 2024 game that allows players to creatively construct factories and supply chains. Wes Fenlon, a Senior Editor, experienced a transition from focusing on efficiency to enjoying the freedom of creation, achieving a production rate of 21 frames per minute. Players explore the game without strict objectives, fostering creativity and experimentation. Jake Tucker, Editorial Director of the PC Gaming Show, shifted from production efficiency to transforming the entire planet into a playground. Nick Evanson, a hardware writer, noted the similarities between Satisfactory and Factorio, highlighting the added dimension of 3D space and the balance between functionality and aesthetics. Phil Savage, Global Editor-in-Chief, pointed out that the game’s infinite resource nodes encourage spatial organization and the construction of multiple tailored factories. The game emphasizes creativity and optimization, inviting players to explore its vast possibilities.

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December 25, 2024

Zelda meets Stardew Valley in gorgeous new 2025 game

In 2025, several highly anticipated video game releases are expected, including Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, Grand Theft Auto VI, Ghost of Yōtei, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. Among these, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, a sequel to the 2018 game Moonlighter developed by Digital Sun, is set to launch in 2025. The game features a new 3D aesthetic and invites players to balance the roles of an adventurer and a merchant, exploring vibrant dimensions while managing a treasure shop. The gameplay includes battling enemies in roguelite-style arenas and collaborating with other business owners to upgrade equipment.

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December 24, 2024

Best FPS 2024: STRAFTAT

STRAFTAT is a first-person shooter game that features frenetic 1v1 battles, reminiscent of classic arcade-style duels. The gameplay is hypercompetitive, with a mantra of "two players enter, one player leaves," and includes a variety of whimsical level designs, such as navigating mazes or sliding down icy slopes. The game incorporates satisfying weapon mechanics and a quirky art style, creating a unique atmosphere that balances absurdity with skillful gameplay. It offers over 70 diverse maps, fostering a social environment akin to a modern LAN party. The game's slapstick humor and chaotic moments enhance the experience, although the competitive nature may pose a challenge for new players. STRAFTAT emphasizes immediate fun over traditional progression systems, appealing to both nostalgic fans and new players in the FPS genre.

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December 17, 2024

Casual and cute exploration in Revenge of the Savage Planet

Revenge of the Savage Planet, developed by Raccoon Logic, is set to launch in May 2025 for PC and consoles. It is a sequel to Journey to the Savage Planet, originally released in 2020. The game features Martin Tweed, CEO of Kindred Aerospace, and introduces a new antagonist, Gunther Harrison, CEO of Alta Interglobal. Players will explore and colonize multiple planets, facing challenges and engaging in resource gathering and crafting. The game is designed for approximately 15 to 20 hours of gameplay, with solo and co-op options. It will feature three distinct endings and has been developed by a team of around 30 with a budget of under a million.

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December 6, 2024

The 25 Most Wanted PC Games Of 2025–And Beyond–Revealed

The PC Gaming Show revealed the Most Wanted PC games for 2025 and beyond, determined by over 80 industry experts. Grand Theft Auto VI ranked fifth, below the top three spots. The list includes 25 titles, with varying release dates, including eight marked as “TBD” and seven promising a release in “2025.” The Thing: Remastered was already released prior to the event. Notable titles and their details include: - 25) Judas - TBD, narrative-driven first-person shooter. - 24) Killing Floor 3 - Early 2025, co-op horde shooter. - 23) Control 2 - TBD, sequel to the original Control. - 22) Crescent County - TBD, life simulation game. - 21) Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector - January 2025, narrative-driven sci-fi adventure. - 20) Perfect Dark - TBD, reimagining of the classic game. - 19) Menace - 2025, tactical sci-fi gameplay. - 18) Mafia: The Old Country - 2025, prequel to the Mafia series. - 17) Dune: Awakening - Early 2025, open-world survival MMO. - 16) Witchbrook - TBD, 2D pixel art game. - 15) Skate. - 2025, free-to-play skating game. - 14) Project 007 - TBD, James Bond game. - 13) Atomfall - March 27, 2025, alternate timeline exploration game. - 12) Light No Fire - TBD, survival game. - 11) Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - TBD, remake of Snake Eater. - 10) The Thing: Remastered - Out now, revitalized horror game. - 9) Wanderstop - March 2025, indie game with complex narrative. - 8) Avowed - February 18, 2025, first-person fantasy RPG. - 7) Kingdom Come: Deliverance II - February 4, 2025, sequel to medieval RPG. - 6) Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - 2025, sequel to Death Stranding. - 5) Grand Theft Auto VI - 2025, anticipated next installment in the series. - 4) Slay the Spire 2 - 2025, sequel to the deck-building roguelike. - 3) Monster Hunter Wilds - February 28, 2025, new entry in the monster-slaying genre. - 2) DOOM: The Dark Ages - 2025, prequel exploring the origins of the Doom Slayer. - 1) Sid Meier’s Civilization VII - February 11, 2025, return of the 4X strategy game.