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May 6, 2025

GTA 6’s preposterously-gorgeous second trailer has me thinking ‘no-one does it like Rockstar’ isn’t just a compliment, but an omen

The trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 has been released, showcasing impressive graphics and attention to detail. The game is set for release in 2026 and is expected to be one of the most successful video games in history. Rockstar Games is in a strong position, with GTA Online generating significant revenue, allowing for a lengthy development period. Despite challenges in the gaming industry, including layoffs and the struggles of several studios, major projects like GTA 6 and others from prominent developers are underway. The development of Red Dead Redemption 2 faced issues related to crunch periods, but Rockstar has committed to improving working conditions.

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May 3, 2025

Grand Theft Auto 6’s delay makes me think we won’t be playing this thing on PC until 2027, or god forbid even 2028

Rockstar has announced a delay for Grand Theft Auto 6, now set for release in May 2026, extending the timeline by approximately six months. The game is currently confirmed only for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with no announcement regarding a PC version. Take-Two's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, noted the growing importance of PC gaming. Historical patterns suggest that previous Rockstar titles have had significant delays for PC releases, potentially pushing the PC version of GTA 6 into early 2028.

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April 22, 2025

Hot damn: The Oblivion Remaster is 125 GB, 2600% heavier than the original game from 2006

Bethesda has remastered The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion using Unreal Engine 5, available for £50, including horse armor but not the deluxe edition. The remaster requires 125 GB of storage, with a download size of 115 GB due to Steam's compression, marking a 2600% increase from the original game's 4.6 GB. The remaster combines Unreal Engine 5's graphics with Gamebryo's logic, maintaining Bethesda's signature quirks.

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April 19, 2025

The Best PC Games Right Now (2025)

PC gaming in 2025 features a mix of innovative remasters, indie titles, and new intellectual properties, providing a wide range of experiences for gamers. The most played games on Steam include Counter-Strike 2, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, and Dota 2, with Counter-Strike 2 leading in player engagement due to its esports scene. Notable new releases include Blue Prince, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, and Promise Mascot Agency. Other popular games outside Steam are Minecraft, Fortnite, and Valorant. Genre-specific leaders include South of Midnight for action, Myst (Remastered) for adventure, and Street Fighter 6 for fighting. Upcoming anticipated titles include Grand Theft Auto 6 and Elden Ring: Nightreign. Trends in 2025 highlight esports engagement, indie innovation, purposeful remakes, and cinematic storytelling. Last Epoch's Season 2 update has revitalized player interest with new content and enhancements. The year 2019 was significant for PC gaming, with acclaimed titles like Resident Evil 2, Control, and Disco Elysium, and marked by the influence of digital distribution platforms.

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April 18, 2025

PC is the definitive way to play The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered

Sony's exclusives on PlayStation hardware are known for their seamless performance, but PC ports can vary in quality. The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered has been released on PC, offering a polished experience and various customizable graphics settings, including level of detail, texture quality, shadow quality, NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency, AMD Anti-Lag 2, and upscaling technologies like NVIDIA DLSS, AMD FSR, and Intel XeSS. While the gameplay experience is generally smooth, some minor graphical glitches may occur. The game has received patches since launch to improve performance. It retains a stunning aesthetic, enhanced by modern PC capabilities, making it a worthwhile investment for both newcomers and those who have played it on PS4 or PS5. Players are encouraged to check their system's specifications to ensure compatibility for an optimal experience.

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April 17, 2025

CHARTS: New content brings Marvel Rivals back to Steam Top Ten

Marvel Rivals returned to the Top Ten on Steam, reaching the third highest grossing title after the launch of its second season on April 8th, which introduced a new character, Emma Frost. The Steam Top Ten for the week ending April 15th includes: 1. Counter-Strike 2, Valve 2. Schedule 1, TVGS 3. Marvel Rivals, NetEase 4. Steam Deck, Valve 5. PUBG: Battlegrounds, Krafton 6. REPO, Semiwork 7. Red Dead Redemption 2, Rockstar 8. Path of Exile 2, Grinding Gear 9. Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios 10. Monster Hunter Wilds, Capcom

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April 16, 2025

Best Single-Player PC Games to Play in 2025

Single-player PC games are thriving in 2025, featuring captivating narratives, intricate gameplay, and stunning visuals. Notable titles include: 1. Blue Prince - An indie roguelike puzzle game with a Metacritic score of 93, set in a shifting manor where players solve interconnected puzzles. 2. Assassin’s Creed Shadows - Set in feudal Japan, this game features two protagonists with distinct playstyles and has been praised for its narrative pacing and environmental design. 3. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - A cinematic first-person adventure focusing on exploration and puzzle-solving, released on PC in late 2024. 4. South of Midnight - A magical adventure following a girl with weaving abilities, notable for its claymation art style and emotional depth. 5. Avowed - A first-person fantasy RPG with choice-driven storytelling, set in the same universe as Pillars of Eternity. Upcoming games include: - Blades of Fire (May 22, 2025) - A Soulslike combat game with a focus on cinematic storytelling. - Cairn (TBA 2025) - A survival climbing simulator emphasizing precision control mechanics. - Hell Is Us (September 4, 2025) - A narrative-driven action game that eschews traditional open-world design. - Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream (Late 2025) - A stealth-adventure game featuring orphans uncovering a conspiracy. The PC platform remains the best for single-player games due to mod support, performance flexibility, a vast library, and indie innovation. The evolution of gaming technology has led to cutting-edge graphics, immersive storytelling, and innovative exploration mechanics, enhancing player engagement.

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April 8, 2025

Jared Hess’ ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Proves Again that Failing Upwards Is a Hollywood Superpower

The film A Minecraft Movie has received a 48 percent rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, while audiences have given it an 88 percent score. It has achieved significant box-office success, earning 2 million domestically and over 0 million globally, making it the largest opening for any video-game adaptation, surpassing The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Director Jared Hess, despite a history of underwhelming projects, was given a budget of 0 million for this film, which benefited from established intellectual property and the star power of Jack Black and Jason Momoa.

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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.

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April 5, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: New choices, fresh indie bundles, cat freebie, and more

Humble has released its April Choice bundle featuring eight games: Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, Dredge, Aliens Dark Descent, 1000XResist, Nova Lands, Diplomacy is Not an Option, Distant Worlds 2, and Nomad Survival, available until May 6. The Epic Games Store is offering Cat Quest II for free until April 10, after which River City Girls will be available. Humble also has standard bundles from indie publishers, including the Fellow Traveler collection and the Armor Games bundle. This weekend features sales on the Devil May Cry franchise and Red Dead Redemption titles, along with various offers on UK-developed games. The GOG store has resumed regular discounts following spring sales.