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November 6, 2025

Free Epic games this week November 2025

Each week in 2025, the Epic Games Store offers complimentary games that players can claim and keep forever, with a limited window of one week to secure them. As of November 6, 2025, the free games available are "Felix the Reaper" and "Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms." Upcoming free games include "Scourgebringer" and "Songs of Silence," starting November 13, 2025. Throughout 2025, various games have been offered for free, including: - Bendy and the Ink Machine (October 30 - November 6) - Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit (October 30 - November 6) - Fear the Spotlight (October 23 - 30) - Amnesia The Bunker (October 16 - 23) - Samorost 3 (October 16 - 23) - Gravity Circuit (October 9 - 16) - Albion Online Rogue Journeyman Bundle (October 9 - 16) - Firestone (October 2 - 9) - Nightingale Realms Rebuilt (October 2 - 9) - Eastern Exorcist (September 25 - October 2) - Jorel's Brother and The Most Important Game of the Galaxy (September 25 - October 2) - Project Winter (September 18 - 25) - Samorost 2 (September 18 - 25) - Ghostrunner 2 (September 11 - 18) - Monument Valley 2 (September 11 - 18) - The Battle of Polytopia (September 11 - 18) - Monument Valley (September 4 - 11) - Machinarium (August 28 - September 4) - Make Way (August 28 - September 4) - Kamaeru (August 21 - 28) - Strange Horticulture (August 21 - 28) - Hidden Folks (August 14 - 21) - Totally Reliable Delivery Service (August 14 - 21) - 112 Operator (August 7 - 14) - Road Redemption (August 7 - 14) - Keylocker (July 31 - August 7) - Pilgrims (July 31 - August 7) - Legion TD2 (July 17 - 24) - Sky Racket (July 10 - 17) - Figment 2 (July 10 - 17) - Backpack Hero (July 3 - 10) - Figment (July 3 - 10) - The Operator (June 19 - 26) - Two Point Hospital (June 12 - 19) - Deathloop (June 5 - 12) - Ogu and the Secret Forest (June 5 - 12) - Tiny Tina's Wonderland (May 29 - June 5) - Inside (May 29 - June 5) - Sifu (May 22 - 29) - Gigapocalypse (May 22 - 29) - Deliver At All Costs (May 22 - 29) - Dead Island 2 (May 15 - 22) - Happy Game (May 15 - 22) - Deadtime Defenders (May 8 - 15) - Touch Type Tale (May 8 - 15) - Super Space Club (May 1 - 8) - Chuchel (April 24 - May 1) - Albion Online Welcome Gift (April 24 - May 1) - Botanicula (April 17 - 24) - Firestone Free Offer (April 17 - 24) - River City Girls (April 10 - 17) - Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms (April 10 - 17) - Arcadegeddon (April 10 - 17) - Cat Quest II (April 3 - 10) - Neko Ghost, Jump! (March 27 - April 3) - Cat Quest (March 27 - April 3) - Jurassic World Evolution 2 (March 20 - 27) - World of Warships: Anniversary Party Favor (March 13 - 20) - Mortal Shell (March 13 - 20) - Them's Fightin' Herds (March 6 - 13) - Mages of Mystralia (February 27 - March 6) - World War Z: Aftermath (February 20 - 27) - Garden Story (February 20 - 27) - F1 Manager 2024 (February 13 - 20) - Apex Legends: Loba Free Unlock Bundle (February 13 - 20) - Humankind Standard Edition (February 6 - 13) - Beyond Blue (February 6 - 13) - Undying (January 1 - February 6) - Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery (January 23 - 30) - Escape Academy (January 16 - 23) - Turmoil (January 9 - 16) - Hell Let Loose (January 2 - 9) - Kingdom Come: Deliverance (January 1 - 2)

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

The Best Minecraft Seeds for Exploration and Specific Biomes

Minecraft seeds are unique codes that influence the game's terrain, structures, and biomes. Choosing the right seed enhances gameplay in survival mode, mods, or creative builds. Notable seeds include: 1. A mountain range with stunning views and hidden caves. 2. An expansive village near a lush forest for resource gathering. 3. A unique ocean monument for exploration. 4. A rare biome combination of a desert next to a snowy tundra. 5. A sprawling ravine filled with valuable ores and breathtaking scenery.

AppWizard

October 12, 2025

Battlefield 6: This is what a well-optimised game looks like in 2025

Battlefield 6 prioritizes optimization over cutting-edge graphics, using traditional baked-in lighting instead of ray tracing. The minimum specifications require an RTX 2060 or RX 5600 XT for 1080p gameplay at 30 fps. Initial testing shows strong performance on mid-to-upper-mid range GPUs like the RTX 4070 and RTX 5070 Ti, with frame rates improving significantly during gameplay compared to scripted cutscenes. At 4K Ultra settings, the RTX 5070 Ti averages around 56 fps, while at 1440p, it can reach 251 fps with upscaling. The RTX 4070 achieves 56 fps at 4K Native and over 100 fps at 1440p and 1080p. The updated Frostbite engine ensures stable performance even during intense action, and the sound design enhances the immersive experience. Overall, Battlefield 6 is designed for smooth frame rates, making it accessible for systems that can handle modern games.

AppWizard

October 6, 2025

Streamer Kurt J. Mac Reached Edge of Minecraft World After 14 Years

Kurt J. Mac, a prominent figure in the Minecraft streaming community, completed a 14.5-year journey to reach the Far Lands, a glitch in the game where world generation falters. He began this quest in March 2011, inspired by Minecraft's creator, Markus Persson, who noted the game's limitations at extreme distances. Mac used the beta 1.7.3 build of the game to explore these uncharted territories. On October 4, he reached the edge of the Minecraft universe, sharing the experience live with his audience. He also provided screenshots of the scenery at the world’s edge.

AppWizard

October 2, 2025

One of my most anticipated shooters, which looks like Demon’s Souls in the Doom engine, finally has a release date right around the corner

Mohrta is a first-person shooter developed by Scumhead and Osiol, set to release on Steam on October 14. Players assume the role of an interdimensional assassin in a vibrant bazaar within an interdimensional metropolis, drawing inspiration from sources like Planescape and Morrowind. The game features a reimagined Green Hill Zone with Greco-Roman ruins and skeletal foes. Other worlds include a Beksiński-inspired wasteland and a desert with uniquely designed sand worms. A demo is available on Steam for players to explore.

AppWizard

September 22, 2025

3 Gorgeous Games That Run on Potato PCs (One Still Looks Like a Work of Art)

Early Access titles on platforms like Steam have increased the necessity of owning a gaming PC for enthusiasts, but not all gamers can afford high-end hardware. There is a demand for well-optimized games that run well on lower-end "potato PCs." Terraria is a pixel art open-world sandbox survival game that requires only 4GB of RAM (2.5GB minimum) and can run on Windows Vista. It has an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam and has been popular for 14 years. A Short Hike features a watercolor art style and requires just 2GB of RAM and 500MB of storage, running smoothly on Windows 7. Released in 2019, it offers a beautiful experience on lower-end systems. Cuphead has a hand-drawn cartoon aesthetic and requires 3GB of RAM, running on older processors like the Intel Core2 Duo. It is a challenging platformer that can be played on modest hardware.

AppWizard

September 19, 2025

Dying Light: The Beast: Review – Best Open World Game Of 2025

Techland's Dying Light: The Beast is a standalone title set in the Swiss Alps, following the original protagonist Kyle Crane, who has transformed into a half-human, half-zombie entity. The game features first-person melee combat and parkour-inspired exploration, with a new map comparable in size to the original Dying Light world. Players can enhance their gameplay by crafting weapons and utilizing Crane's ability to transform into a powerful beast mode through "beast juice" accumulated in combat. Unique infected bosses present challenges, and players earn Beast Points to enhance their powers. The game emphasizes enjoyable mechanics and stunning visuals, despite some narrative shortcomings, making it a strong contender for Game of the Year.

Winsage

August 24, 2025

Sorry, Bill Gates: I haven’t used Windows for years, and I don’t miss it one bit

The author transitioned from Windows to Linux nearly two decades ago, prompted by frustrations with Windows Vista. They appreciate Linux for its diverse distributions catering to various user needs, with user-friendly options like Ubuntu and Linux Mint for beginners and more customizable options like Arch Linux for experienced users. The author enjoys experimenting with different distros, particularly Fedora and Arch Linux. Gaming on Linux has improved significantly, with Valve's Proton enabling seamless play of Windows games, including titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and X4: Foundations. The installation process for Linux is simpler and less intrusive than Windows, which requires a Microsoft account and involves privacy-related choices. Linux also supports older hardware better than Windows and Apple, promoting sustainability. The author does not miss Windows and views Linux as the superior operating system.

AppWizard

August 18, 2025

Sword of the Sea review

Giant Squid will release their surfing game, Sword of the Sea, on August 19, 2025. The game features fluid movement across diverse landscapes, allowing players to surf while solving light puzzles. It includes enhanced haptic feedback for DualSense controller users, adding immersion to the gameplay. Players embody a warrior who awakens in an ancient kingdom to restore the flow of life, transforming barren areas into vibrant ecosystems. The main storyline takes approximately 3.8 hours to complete, and while the puzzles may be simplistic, the game focuses on exploration and visual beauty.

AppWizard

July 2, 2025

I tried Minecraft’s Vibrant Visuals — Here’s what it gets right and where it falls short

The Vibrant Visuals upgrade is Mojang Studios' first effort to enhance Minecraft's graphics, introducing features similar to community-created shaders and texture packs. It aims to refresh the game's visual appeal while keeping its signature aesthetic, incorporating richer lighting, realistic volumetric fog, and other enhancements. The new shaders are activated by default and exclusive to the Bedrock Edition, creating a more immersive atmosphere with improved lighting and reflections. However, the upgrade has some inconsistencies, including lighting and shadow glitches, and can only be toggled from the main menu, unlike the Java Edition. On the Xbox Series X, gameplay runs smoothly at 60FPS, while the Series S requires "favor performance" mode for stability. The upgrade shows Mojang's commitment to modernizing Minecraft's aesthetics while addressing minor issues could enhance the experience for players.