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AppWizard

May 12, 2025

How to get free games on PlayStation, PC and Xbox

The Epic Games Store offers a free game every week, featuring indie titles and blockbuster games like GTA 5 and Death Stranding. Amazon Prime Gaming provides free games for subscribers, including titles like the Mafia trilogy and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Xbox users can access free games through Amazon Prime Gaming and occasional offers on the Xbox Store, with current availability of Minecraft Legends. Microsoft also provides older titles for free sporadically, while Xbox Game Pass Ultimate offers a vast library of games for a monthly fee. On PlayStation, free games are primarily found through free-to-play titles like Fortnite, with PlayStation Plus offering access to a catalog of games, including The Last of Us Part I and Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut.

BetaBeacon

May 10, 2025

Everything you need to turn your phone into the ultimate gaming handheld

Various phone controllers are available to enhance mobile gaming experiences, such as the GameSir G8 Plus, ASUS ROG Tessen, and Backbone One. Additionally, options like Xbox Cloud Gaming, PlayStation Plus Premium, and Amazon Luna allow console and PC gamers to play from anywhere. Emulators like RetroArch can handle games up to PS2, and launchers like ES-DE and Console Launcher can enhance the gaming experience on phones. Ultimately, phones are capable of playing a wide range of games, including emulation, making them versatile gaming devices.

AppWizard

April 17, 2025

Marathon Alpha Requirements And Minimum PC Specs Revealed

Bungie will conduct a closed alpha test for its shooter game, Marathon, from April 23 to May 4 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in North America. Players must join the official Marathon Discord channel to receive invitations and must be at least 18 years old, located in North America, and have a Bungie.net account in good standing. The alpha test does not require a PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live account, but one will be needed at the official launch. The test will require approximately 6GB of storage and will only support the English language. Progress made during the alpha will be wiped after the test. Minimum PC specifications for the alpha include: - Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 - Memory: 8GB RAM - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8GB) - Video Memory (VRAM): 4GB - DirectX: DirectX 12 with Feature Level 12_1 support - Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack) Marathon is scheduled for launch on September 23 and will feature cross-play and cross-save capabilities. It is expected to have a premium price point but will not be a full-price game. Early previews suggest that while the gameplay may be engaging, there are areas that could be improved.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Microtransactions Made Up 58% of PC Video Game Revenue in 2024, Research Shows

Microtransactions account for 58% of total revenue for game companies, with a 1.4% increase in 2024, contributing .4 billion to overall PC gaming sales of .3 billion. Downloadable content (DLC) generated .8 billion in revenue last year, while microtransactions represent 32% of console revenue, amounting to .9 billion out of .8 billion in console sales. Subscription services have risen by 14.1%. PC gaming sales grew by 0.1%, but console gaming revenue declined by 3.9%. Major franchises like Fortnite, Roblox, and Call of Duty exemplify the popularity of microtransactions. The report also notes the trend of "recursive nostalgia," where established franchises reintroduce vintage content to engage players.

AppWizard

April 7, 2025

Grand Theft Auto V comes to Game Pass for PC and console

Grand Theft Auto V has sold over 200 million copies since its release in September 2013. It will return to Xbox Game Pass on April 15th, offering the Expanded & Enhanced edition with advanced ray-traced graphics for both console and PC users. The game will not be a permanent addition to Game Pass, typically available for three to six months before being rotated out.

AppWizard

April 6, 2025

GTA V joins Xbox and PC Game Pass this April with both Legacy and Enhanced versions | Esports News – The Times of India

Grand Theft Auto V will return to Xbox Game Pass on April 15, available on all Xbox consoles, cloud services, and for the first time on PC Game Pass. Both Legacy and Enhanced versions will be included, allowing for optimized gameplay across platforms. The game will support cross-platform play among players on Steam, Epic Games Store, and the Rockstar Games Launcher. No official end date for its availability on Game Pass has been provided, but it is expected to remain for approximately six months based on historical patterns.

AppWizard

April 4, 2025

Cyberpunk 2077 publisher offering multiple free games through April

Gamers can claim free games through Prime Gaming in April 2025. The available titles include: - Mafia III: Definitive Edition (available now) - God’s Trigger (10 April 2025) - The Last Spell (17 April 2025) - Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain (17 April 2025) - Beserk Boy (17 April 2025) - Wild Country (17 April 2025) - Thief Gold (24 April 2025) These games can be retained even after the Amazon Prime subscription ends.

AppWizard

March 23, 2025

BioWare makes a return to Dragon Age: The Veilguard with a surprise PC update, months after layoffs and a seemingly final patch

BioWare has released a new weapon pack for the PC version of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, which is currently available at a 50% discount on Steam for £25. The weapon pack can only be claimed by players who own the game or purchase it before April 8. There has been no announcement regarding the availability of this content for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S users. The game had previously fallen short of sales expectations by 50%, leading to layoffs at BioWare and a shift in focus to Mass Effect 5. Additionally, Dragon Age: The Veilguard is being offered for free to PlayStation Plus subscribers.

AppWizard

March 4, 2025

PlayStation Announces a New Beta Program to Let Players Test Upcoming PS5 and PC Games and More

Sony has launched the Beta Program within the PlayStation ecosystem, allowing players to test upcoming PS5 and PC games. Registration for the program will begin globally, requiring players to complete a single registration to express interest in various beta opportunities, including new PS5 features and functionalities in the PlayStation App. Joining the program is free, but registration does not guarantee access to every beta. Eligibility requires a valid PlayStation Network account, residency in an accessible region, and being of legal age.

BetaBeacon

February 28, 2025

PlayStation Plus March free games includes Dragon Age: The Veilguard

PlayStation Plus Essential subscribers will receive Dragon Age: The Veilguard for free in March 2025, along with two other games. The game was officially released on October 31, 2024, making it only four months old. This is surprising as AAA games are not typically offered for free so soon after release. The game's early inclusion in PlayStation Plus may indicate poor sales, but it is still worth playing.