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November 27, 2025

‘Death Stranding 2: On the Beach’ May Come To PC Sooner Than You Think

Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is anticipated to transition to PC soon, as suggested by a now-removed ESRB listing. This marks a significant shift for a first-party PlayStation exclusive, indicating a potential change in strategy for PlayStation regarding PC releases. The game has received seven nominations at this year's Game Awards and has been praised by critics. It is currently available on PlayStation 5.

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November 26, 2025

Opinion: No, The Novelty of PlayStation Games on PC Has Not Worn Off

Alinea Analytics analyzed the performance of PlayStation games on PC, suggesting that the novelty of these titles has faded and that all major franchises have already been released on the platform. However, several significant titles, including Gran Turismo 7, Demon’s Souls, Bloodborne, The Last of Us Part II, and The Order: 1886, are still not available on PC. Many PC gamers also own PlayStation consoles and prefer to buy games for immediate access rather than waiting for PC ports. The quality of PC ports has been inconsistent, with some titles facing backlash due to technical issues, while others have been successful. The requirement for a PSN account to access certain games created barriers for players in regions without PSN, affecting sales. Long wait times for PC releases and the temptation of piracy also impact game performance on Steam. Despite misconceptions, single-player games can succeed on PC, as evidenced by titles like Baldur’s Gate 3 and Hades. The discussion around PlayStation games on PC is more about strategic release decisions and quality rather than a decline in novelty.

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November 17, 2025

PlayStation May ‘Pull Back’ on Massive Games Releasing on PC—What Does This Mean?

PlayStation is reportedly reconsidering its strategy regarding the release of major titles on PC, potentially tightening exclusivity for future game releases. This shift may be influenced by the resurgence of Valve's Steam Machine, which targets the console market and has increased the popularity of the Steam Deck. Speculation suggests that Sony may keep first-party games exclusive to its consoles, similar to Nintendo's approach, which encourages investment in their hardware. PlayStation has historically delayed PC ports of its titles, such as God of War and Marvel's Spider-Man, while Microsoft favors simultaneous releases on consoles and PCs.

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November 16, 2025

‘Very Vague’ Rumour Claims Sony May Scale Back PC Ports of PS5 Games

Sony announced two new titles, Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble and Horizon Steel Frontiers, which will not be available on the PS5. The company is exploring the mobile gaming space and has previously released major titles on PC. However, Windows Central reporter Jez Corden suggested that Sony might be reconsidering its approach to PC releases, possibly pulling back from them, particularly for single-player titles. Recent data indicates that off-console sales are not a priority for PlayStation, with multiformat game sales accounting for only 2% of the division's overall income. Sony is expected to continue porting select titles while focusing on live service initiatives across viable platforms.

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November 10, 2025

GTA 6 PC release could take years, might not arrive until 2028

Rockstar Games has announced that the console versions of GTA 6 will be released on November 19, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. There is currently no confirmed release date for the PC version, which may not arrive until as late as 2028. Historical patterns suggest that previous games like GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2 experienced significant delays before their PC releases, leading analysts to predict a potential 2028 launch for GTA 6 on PC, with some hoping for late 2027. The delay is attributed to the complexities of PC development and a strategic decision to maximize revenue from console sales first.

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November 1, 2025

Can you name every Warhammer PC game in five minutes? No, you definitely can’t, and frankly I’ll be amazed if you can even get half

PC Gamer offers a variety of gaming trivia quizzes, including a challenging one specifically for Warhammer fans. This quiz focuses on core Warhammer games, excluding mobile ports, card games, and remasters, while including some VR titles. All games are PC releases, and players only need to enter core names rather than full titles. Participants have five minutes to name as many games as possible, with a score over 20 being commendable and a perfect score of 76 potentially earning recognition. Feedback from players is encouraged regarding the quiz content.

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October 23, 2025

Jurassic World Evolution 3 quickly becomes the the series’ best-rated entry, and not just because of the cute baby dinos

Jurassic World Evolution 3 has launched and is receiving positive feedback, being rated the highest in the series on Steam with a 92% 'very positive' rating in its first 24 hours. The game introduces a comprehensive breeding system for dinosaurs, allowing players to witness the birth of baby dinosaurs and manage their unique needs. It also features an enhanced terrain tool for park design and a campaign set in various global locations. Review aggregators like Metacritic and OpenCritic show higher average scores than previous entries, with scores of 82 and 83, respectively. The game is available on Steam.

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October 15, 2025

Capcom execs were bewildered that people might want to play original Resident Evil when GOG approached them about it: ‘We have all of those remakes. It’s already the superior experience’

The original PC releases of Resident Evil 1, 2, and 3 were brought to GOG after considerable effort to persuade Capcom, which initially struggled to understand the demand for the originals over their remakes. GOG's Paczynski emphasized that there is a dedicated audience with nostalgic ties to these games who wish to experience them in their original form. Despite the industry's skepticism, the intrinsic value of original games remains significant, highlighting the importance of preserving classic titles.

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September 24, 2025

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 dethroned as 2025’s highest-rated game by your new favorite roguelike

Hades 2 is set to launch its version 1.0 on September 25 and has received an average score of 94 on Metacritic, surpassing its predecessor and ranking first on the 2025 PC games chart. The game has a score of 96 for PC reviews and has outperformed other notable releases this year. On OpenCritic, it holds an average score of 93, while the indie JRPG Shujinkou leads with a score of 94. Hades 2 has achieved a 96% 'overwhelmingly positive' user score on Steam from its early access period.

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September 20, 2025

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter has a great PC port, but it is a small step back from PH3 releases

GungHo and Falcom have released Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter worldwide, marking Falcom's first multi-platform release globally and its first internal PC port in several years. The PC version includes various display settings, such as fullscreen and windowed modes, resolutions from 320x200 to 4K, and support for different aspect ratios. Graphics options allow players to adjust draw distance, level of detail, light and shadow maps, and more. New features include a "resume from latest save" option. However, some features from previous Trails games are missing, such as arbitrary resolution support and comprehensive ultrawide support. Recommended settings for the Steam Deck target 45fps, while the ROG Ally can achieve a locked 60fps with specific adjustments. Despite its strengths, the port reflects some shortcomings compared to earlier releases.