PC release Archives

AppWizard

August 6, 2025

Ashes of the Singularity 2 announced for PC

Oxide Games and Stardock announced Ashes of the Singularity 2, set for a PC release in 2026. The sequel will introduce human factions into the storyline, featuring the United Earth Forces battling against AI and Post-Humans. It will include a single-player campaign, cooperative and multiplayer modes, and new gameplay mechanics. Stardock CEO Brad Wardell highlighted the community's request for a human faction, which was not feasible in the first game due to technical limitations.

AppWizard

July 15, 2025

Eat The Rich Confirms September PC Release Date

Indie game developer Maccima Games, in collaboration with publisher Monstronauts, has announced that their game Eat The Rich will be released on September 10 for PC on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The game features 6-10 players competing in a game show where billionaires battle for survival in a satirical setting. Players engage in mini-games to collect Pennies, form alliances, and vote each other out, with the last player standing winning the game. Console and mobile versions are planned, but details on a Nintendo Switch release are unconfirmed.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

Blue Archive Player Won’t Get Rewards After Event Canceled For Breaking Steam Rules

Nexon has terminated an in-game event for Blue Archive on Steam due to concerns that it may have breached Steam's policies by encouraging players to leave reviews. No rewards from the event will be distributed, and Nexon has committed to adhering to platform policies in future events. The game has achieved over 22,000 concurrent players and more than 10,000 reviews, maintaining a "very positive" rating. Additionally, Blue Archive will collaborate with World of Warships to introduce new content.

AppWizard

July 13, 2025

Rockstar support sites let slip that we might be getting current(ish) gen versions of GTA4 and Red Dead Redemption 2—but they probably won’t be anything to write home about on PC

Recent developments suggest potential re-releases of Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto 4. Evidence includes a screenshot from Rockstar's support website showing an "Online Migration" option for Red Dead Online, indicating a current-generation re-release of RDR2. Additionally, a screenshot from the support page listed PlayStation 4 as a platform option for GTA4, a title that has never been available on PS4, hinting at a possible revival similar to Red Dead Redemption's recent re-release on PS4 and Switch.

AppWizard

July 10, 2025

Blue Archive PC Release Appears To Break Steam Rules

Blue Archive launched on Steam after four years as a mobile exclusive, quickly gaining over 20,000 concurrent players and more than 10,000 reviews. A controversy arose when it was revealed that the developer organized an in-game event encouraging players to leave reviews on Steam, which violates Steamworks guidelines. Players were promised in-game rewards if the review count reached 10,000, but this event has since been removed. A user pointed out that developers are prohibited from manipulating the review system or soliciting reviews for rewards. Blue Archive is categorized as a tactical RPG with gacha elements, and following its release, Umamusume: Pretty Derby also achieved over 50,000 concurrent players on Steam.

BetaBeacon

July 10, 2025

The Best Roguelike Games: the best roguelites, deckbuilders, RPGs, auto-shooters, and more

- Rogue is a genre-defining RPG that introduced gameplay mechanics enjoyed in modern games. It has been released on different platforms over the years, including a recent remaster on PC and a retail version on Nintendo Switch. - Caves of Qud is a modern interpretation of the original ASCII style of roguelike games, offering a game world full of intrigue and adventure. It recently came out of Early Access after more than a decade of development, with character creation tools allowing for experimentation. - Dwarf Fortress, developed over more than 20 years, has a detailed tile-set and rich world simulation that has influenced other games. It offers both a sandbox fantasy simulator and an Adventure Mode for RPG fans. - Path of Achra is a stripped-down roguelike game set in a dark fantasy version of ancient Earth, where players face fearsome challenges while staying ahead of rising flood waters. Character creation allows for extensive build options and upgrades throughout the game.

AppWizard

July 2, 2025

Death Stranding 2 is too damn easy

The author reflects on their experience with emulation on the Steam Deck, specifically playing Death Stranding 2. They describe a delivery mission across Australia, highlighting the challenges of navigating bandit camps and BT zones while carrying a heavy load. The author notes the game's consistent difficulty level despite new gameplay enhancements and expresses hesitation about connecting to the Chiral Network, fearing it would diminish the thrill of exploration. They discuss the overwhelming assistance provided by other players, which reduces the challenge and makes them feel like a spectator. The introduction of powerful gadgets and upgrades, such as anti-grav generators and leg skeletons, is seen as diluting the core experience. The author wishes for a more challenging gameplay experience, suggesting the addition of a hardcore mode with limitations to enhance resource conservation and decision-making. They express a desire for a future Director’s Cut that could address these concerns.

AppWizard

June 28, 2025

Ex Hytale devs say the game looked “maximum 2 years away” from release in 2019 and “systems that were already far ahead of Minecraft” were changed under “unrealistic ambitions”

Simon Collins-Laflamme, founder of Hypixel Studios, expressed confidence in Hytale's potential and stated he would invest millions to complete the project. He suggested reducing the game's scope for a PC-only release and open-sourcing some components to expedite development. Collins-Laflamme reflected on his leadership from 2016 to 2019, claiming the game was two years away from release and that the team was highly productive. Former developers noted that an obsession with perfection and feature creep contributed to the game's cancellation. They suggested that an early version could have been launched, focusing on Hypixel-style minigames and a modding suite. Collins-Laflamme emphasized Hytale's unique qualities and the disappointment of its cancellation, urging fans to direct frustration towards internal issues at Hypixel Studios rather than Riot Games.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

Will Death Stranding 2 be released on PC, Xbox, or Game Pass? Everything we know about Kojima’s new game

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has launched as a PlayStation 5 exclusive, with no current plans for a PC or Xbox version, nor availability on Game Pass. A PC port may be possible several months after launch, similar to the original game's release timeline. An Xbox release at launch is not feasible, and while a future release on Xbox is possible, it is unlikely soon. Any potential inclusion on Game Pass would depend on third-party publishing agreements after the exclusivity period. Future licensing agreements, market demand, and technical adaptations could influence broader availability.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

System Shock 2’s remaster is delayed for everyone but you and me

Nightdive Studios has announced a delay for the remaster of System Shock 2, pushing the release date for console players from June 26 to "the first two weeks of July," while the PC release remains unchanged.