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November 8, 2024

Sony boss admits forcing PC gamers into PlayStation accounts can “invite pushback,” but insists they have to keep games safe – which doesn’t really track in single-player

Sony's president, Hiroki Totoki, discussed the company's strategy to promote PlayStation Network account linking among PC gamers during a financial call, acknowledging potential pushback. The requirement for account linking has faced criticism, particularly after the backlash from the Helldivers 2 community and the mandatory linking for the Horizon Zero Dawn remaster on PC. This approach raises concerns about user experience, especially for single-player titles, as many PC gamers prefer a straightforward gaming experience without additional hurdles. Sony's strategy appears aimed at increasing PlayStation Network user numbers, but it contrasts with the smoother integration offered by Xbox games. Despite the rationale for account management in multiplayer games, the necessity for single-player titles remains contentious, and Sony is likely to continue facing resistance from the PC gaming community. The company has recognized the need for improved user testing and evaluation based on past challenges.

AppWizard

November 6, 2024

Best Video Game Deals Today (November 2024)

Savvy shoppers are preparing for Black Friday with significant discounts on video games, hardware, and accessories. Amazon is offering a Buy One, Get One 50% off sale on select games, including titles like Metaphor: ReFantazio for Xbox Series X, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for PS5, and Balatro for Nintendo Switch. Woot has The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom on sale for .99, praised with a 9/10 review from IGN. The PS5 Pro is available for preorder with a release date of November 7. PC gamers can find discounts on titles such as SILENT HILL 2 and DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO. The Xbox Cloud Gaming Bundle, including a Sky Cipher controller and a Fire TV Stick 4K Max, is priced at .99. Best Buy has holiday bundles for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe available for both standard and OLED Nintendo Switch consoles. The Alienware Aurora R16 i9 RTX 4090 gaming PC is on sale as part of Dell's early Black Friday promotions.

AppWizard

November 4, 2024

Grand Theft Auto V Expanded And Enhanced Edition Is Finally Coming To PC In 2025

Rockstar Games announced that Grand Theft Auto V on PC will receive an update to the Expanded and Enhanced Edition. This update will bring new content, including features from the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions to PC, such as improved graphics, performance enhancements, and access to Hao’s Special Works customs auto shop. The update is expected to allow gameplay at up to 4K resolution and 60 FPS, with better load times and potential features like 3D audio and haptic feedback. The Expanded and Enhanced Edition was originally launched on March 15, 2022, for consoles. There is speculation that the update may coincide with the release of Grand Theft Auto 6, potentially in 2025.

AppWizard

November 2, 2024

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Now Available On PS5 And PC

Sony Interactive Entertainment has released Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered for PlayStation 5 and Windows PC, developed by Guerilla Games and Nixxes. The remaster features enhanced graphics, improved framerates, and unique functionalities for PS5. PC enhancements include ultra-wide resolution options, NVIDIA DLSS 3, and AMD FSR 3.1. PlayStation trophies are now available for PC players. The edition includes accessibility features from Horizon Forbidden West, such as remappable controls, haptic feedback, and assistive toggles. Previous save data from the original game is supported. Existing players can upgrade to the remastered version on PS5 for a fee, but those who accessed the game via PlayStation Plus are not eligible for the upgrade.

AppWizard

November 2, 2024

As Monster Hunter Wilds PC players fight horrible polygons and struggle to hit 60 FPS, Capcom says the game is “already in a more improved state compared to the beta”

The Monster Hunter Wilds beta is currently available on all platforms, but some PC players are experiencing performance issues, including graphical glitches and framerate struggles. These issues are attributed to bugs rather than fundamental performance problems, and Capcom has provided troubleshooting options for players. Recommendations include adding the game to anti-virus exceptions, granting administrative privileges, updating drivers, and verifying the game's Steam cache. Specific advice for stability issues includes deleting shader cache files and enabling 'GPU scheduling.' Players using NVIDIA DLSS should be cautious with changing the Upscaling Mode to avoid increased VRAM usage. Reports indicate that achieving or maintaining 60 FPS at 1080p or 1440p is challenging for users with outdated hardware, while stable performance is noted among those with RTX 3080 or 4070 GPUs. The game relies heavily on frame generation and upscaling, and CPU performance may also impact gameplay. Historical context shows that previous Monster Hunter titles faced similar performance challenges at launch but improved over time. A second beta test is expected in December or January, and players are encouraged to provide feedback and adjust graphics settings.

AppWizard

October 28, 2024

As if the $50 Red Dead Redemption PC port wasn’t enough of an insult, you can get Red Dead Redemption 2 for less than that on Steam right now

Red Dead Redemption is set to launch on PC tomorrow after a 14-year wait, but its price is higher than that of Red Dead Redemption 2, which is currently available for .99 on Steam until November 4. The sequel offers additional content through its Ultimate Edition, making the price difference more notable. Many consumers view the pricing strategy as greedy, especially since the original game lacks modern features like ultrawide support and DLSS. There are concerns about the value of older titles being sold at full price, particularly with the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6, which may follow a similar pattern of delayed PC releases and high pricing. This situation has left many PC gamers feeling disillusioned, as they are often reluctant to pay full price for games that may arrive with issues requiring patches.

AppWizard

October 25, 2024

Minecraft drops VR support across all platforms

Mojang announced that Minecraft will cease support for VR headsets starting in March. The developer stated that its ability to support VR/MR devices has ended, with a final update scheduled for that month. While PC players can still access the VR version post-update, it will lack virtual reality components. This decision follows complaints from Oculus users about performance issues and aligns with a survey indicating a decline in the VR market. Meta has closed its first-party VR developer, Ready at Dawn, while Canadian studio Archiact has also shut down. In contrast, Sony is expanding its VR presence with PC support for PSVR2 and new titles, experiencing a surge in sales after a price drop.

AppWizard

October 22, 2024

Superhero-Inspired PC Games

Sony has announced the PC launch of Marvel's Spider-Man 2, scheduled for January 30th, 2025, available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The release will feature two editions: the Standard Edition, which includes the complete game and 14 new suits, and the Ultimate Levels edition, which adds a symbiote suit and an action figure mode.

BetaBeacon

October 21, 2024

Here’s when you can preload Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 preload times begin on October 21 - PC players will need 102GB of available storage space at launch - Activision recommends at least 12GB of RAM, an Intel Core i7-6700K or AMD equivalent, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or the RTX 3060 or the AMD Radeon RX 6600XT for the GPU

AppWizard

October 19, 2024

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 arrives on PC January 2025

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 will be released on PC on January 30, 2025, available through Steam and the Epic Games Store. The PC version is being developed by Nixxes Software in collaboration with Insomniac Games, PlayStation, and Marvel Games. The game will be offered in two editions: Standard Edition and Digital Deluxe Edition (DDE). The Standard Edition includes the complete game and all updates since the PS5 launch, while the DDE includes additional exclusive suits, early unlocks, and extra skill points. The game continues the story of Peter Parker and Miles Morales, featuring new abilities, iconic adversaries, and an expanded Marvel’s New York. The Fly N’ Fresh Suit Pack will be available for both PS5 and PC players at no extra cost. The PC version will support keyboard and mouse controls, ultra widescreen, and various graphical options.