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AppWizard

June 20, 2025

‘Monster Hunter Wilds’ Now Has Overwhelmingly Negative Reviews on Steam – How One of 2025’s Best Games Is Crashing on PC

Monster Hunter Wilds has received an "Overwhelmingly Negative" rating on Steam, despite being Capcom's fastest-selling title earlier this year. Players have expressed dissatisfaction primarily due to performance issues with the PC version, including frequent crashes, sluggish server response times, and high system requirements for smooth gameplay. Many negative reviews come from players with significant hours logged in the game, indicating that the discontent is not impulsive. While some players appreciate the gameplay, others criticize the narrative-driven approach and simplified mechanics, which have disappointed long-time fans.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

Minecraft PS5 Update 1.022 Released for Bedrock 1.21.92

Mojang released Bedrock version 1.21.92 for Minecraft on June 19, recognized as update 1022 for PS5. This update focuses on fixes rather than new features. Key fixes include: - Split-screen players on Xbox no longer appear as Guests. - Adjusted projectile tolerance margin based on total active time in the world. - Items less than 16 pixels in width or height now render correctly. - Custom skyboxes display properly on non-Vibrant Visuals settings. - Restored original behavior for null components in entity definition files.

BetaBeacon

June 19, 2025

Five free phone games you’ll actually play for hours – forget your PS5 and Xbox

- Wild Rift is a mobile version of the PC game League of Legends, a fantasy MOBA where two teams battle to dominate a battleground.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

The Stellar Blade PC release finally convinced me to try it out, but after its Steam Next Fest demo I’m going straight back to Elden Ring Nightreign

The Stellar Blade PC demo was released during the Steam Next Fest, attracting attention despite not topping the charts. It features an introductory cutscene, a tutorial, and a significant boss encounter, allowing players to explore its upgrade system. The demo showcases a visually appealing aesthetic but raises concerns about gameplay depth and performance issues, even on recommended settings. Design choices, such as surprise enemy ambushes and floaty physics puzzles, detract from the experience. The combat mechanics are criticized for feeling insubstantial, and comparisons to Elden Ring highlight Stellar Blade's lack of polish.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

Driveclub is almost fully playable on PC with 60FPS via shadPS4

The shadPS4 emulator has made significant progress in running the racing game Driveclub on PC, achieving nearly full playability and supporting 60 frames per second (FPS). A recent demonstration by YouTube content creator ‘talhaONE’ showcased the emulator's performance on a high-end setup, where it delivered a smooth 60FPS experience, a notable improvement from the previous 38FPS. The original PS4 version of Driveclub is capped at 30FPS, prompting gamers to seek emulation for enhanced performance. However, there are still minor visual issues, such as problematic rain effects in the cockpit camera. Optimism exists that Driveclub will be fully playable on shadPS4 by the end of summer 2025, ahead of initial predictions. Other PS4-exclusive titles like God of War III Remastered and The Order 1886 are also potential candidates for emulation enhancements.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

PlayStation is being ‘really thoughtful’ about picking which games to port to PC, says studios boss

Hermen Hulst, head of PlayStation studios, stated that Sony takes a careful and strategic approach to porting games to PC, typically delaying non-live service titles by at least a year after their console release to maintain the value of the PlayStation 5. Despite indications of a potential shift towards a more aggressive strategy, Hulst confirmed the company will continue its conservative approach to protect the unique value of the PS5. Hideaki Nishino, CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, emphasized the importance of monitoring player patterns and behaviors while expressing confidence in Sony's current strategy amidst competition in the industry.

AppWizard

June 14, 2025

Stellar Blade is one of the few games that benefits greatly from 8K

Stellar Blade has gained attention for its performance at 8K resolution with DLSS Quality settings, although players have reported significant specular aliasing issues, particularly on metallic surfaces in environments like the Hall of Records. This aliasing affects both PC and PS5 versions of the game, indicating a widespread graphical concern. The comparison between 4K with DLAA and 8K with DLSS Quality shows that 8K provides a more stable and refined image, enhancing clarity and detail in characters and environments. Enabling HDR can worsen specular aliasing, and players may need to increase internal resolution to alleviate these effects. High-end GPUs, such as the NVIDIA RTX 5090, allow Stellar Blade to run over 100 FPS at 8K with maximum settings and DLSS Quality.

AppWizard

June 13, 2025

Atelier Resleriana Switch, PS5, and PC Game Release Date Set

Koei Tecmo and Gust will release Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist and the White Guardian on September 26, 2025, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. Pre-orders are available, with a digital early purchase bonus for those who order by October 9, 2025. The game follows Rias Eidreise and Slade Clauslyter in the region of Hallfein, where they investigate the disappearance of its inhabitants. Rias is an alchemist, and Slade uses a Geist Core to navigate alternate dimensions. The early purchase bonus includes two costumes and an Adventuring Charm Set. This game is connected to Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, which was discontinued in March 2025. The game will also be available on PlayStation 4 in Japan.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

Here Are The Imminent ‘Stellar Blade’ PC Release Times In Your Region

Stellar Blade is transitioning from PlayStation exclusivity to launch on PC, scheduled for June 11-12, 2025, with specific release times for various locations. The game initially released on PS5 on April 26, 2024, and has sold over a million units in its first month. It features updates that enhance gameplay and introduce new costumes for the protagonist, Eve, who has sparked discussions about female representation in gaming. The game draws inspiration from titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta, offering a robust single-player campaign and a New Game Plus mode.

BetaBeacon

June 11, 2025

Capcom’s android apocalypse Pragmata is such a genius mix of shooters and puzzle games, both of which I normally hate, and I’m starting to rethink my entire existence

- Pragmata is a sci-fi shooter game by Capcom where players need to complete puzzles before firing their weapons. - In the game, the main character, Hugh, carries Diana on his back like a koala, creating a unique dynamic between them. - The game's visual style is similar to other sci-fi shooters, but it offers a twist that sets it apart. - Pragmata is set to be released in 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.