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AppWizard

April 8, 2025

Sonic Rumble Announces May Launch Date For PC & Mobile

SEGA has announced that Sonic Rumble will launch globally on PC and mobile via Steam on May 8, 2025. The game will support up to 32 players in multiplayer competitions and features unique character skills, customizable playstyles, and the ability to form crews for strategic play. Players can choose from characters like Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, Shadow, and Dr. Eggman, with various customization options available. The gameplay includes multiple modes such as racing and survival, designed for quick matches across diverse stages.

BetaBeacon

April 7, 2025

My seven most anticipated Meta Quest games from the 2025 Ruff Talk VR showcase

- Vestiges: Fallen Tribes is a new interactive board game set in a unique sci-fi universe blending tribal desert style with card-battling minifigure concepts. - The game is playable in VR and on desktop PC via Steam, allowing for a wide range of players and styles. - It features several units controlled at a time with powers given by cards, supports PvP and PvE modes, and offers a solo campaign with diverse objectives and playable tribes. - The game is set to launch on April 24 on the Meta Quest platform.

AppWizard

March 9, 2025

Company of Heroes 3 is free to try and 50% off, so it’s the best time to check out the beefy 2.0 overhaul

Company of Heroes 3, a World War II real-time strategy game by Relic, is free to play until Monday. The game features an Italian campaign where players command troops against the Wehrmacht. A significant 2.0 anniversary update has been released, enhancing gameplay with reworked companies, increased skirmish variety, adjusted unit costs and abilities, and expanded map selection. The community has responded positively, with recent Steam reviews rating it 'Mostly Positive.' The base game is currently 50% off until Thursday.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

Fanatical Spring Game Sale – Get Capcom, Sega, And More AAA Games For Cheap

The Fanatical Spring Sale 2025 has started, offering many PC games at reduced prices, primarily as Steam keys. Customers spending over a certain amount will receive a Spring Bonus Drop, which includes a free game or discount voucher. Key discounts include Dragon's Dogma 2 at .99 (originally .99), Devil May Cry HD Collection for .54 (down from .99), and Ace Attorney Anthology for .59 (previously .99). Resident Evil titles are heavily discounted, with Village at .99 (was .99), Resident Evil 4 for .19 (was .99), and Resident Evil HD for .29 (was .99). Dead Island 2 is priced at .49 (down from .99). Street Fighter 6 is over 50% off, Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection is .79 (was .99), and Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective is .89 (was .99). Monster Hunter Wilds is .39 (was .99). Sega RPGs include Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance for .39 and Persona 3 remake for .49 (was .99). Like a Dragon titles have discounts, with Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth at .49 and Like a Dragon: Ishin at .49. Metaphor: ReFantazio is available for .89 (was .99). The sale runs until March 16, with daily flash deals available for 24 hours starting at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET.

AppWizard

March 3, 2025

This New Unofficial PC Port Of Sonic Unleashed Could Be The Best Version Of The Game Yet

Fans have created an unofficial PC port of Sonic Unleashed called Unleashed Recompiled, enhancing the original game and adding features for modding and performance. The project was developed by a team led by Skyth and Sajid, utilizing tools named XenonRecomp and XenosRecomp to convert Xbox 360 executables into a PC-compatible format. The port includes support for ultrawide monitors, high-resolution graphics, increased framerates, and expanded modding opportunities. To avoid legal issues with Sega, the developers did not include original game assets, advising users to source them from their legally acquired copies. Sonic Unleashed originally released in 2008 on Xbox 360, Wii, and PS3, featuring both high-speed daytime levels and combat-focused nighttime segments. The PC port is available for download on the project's GitHub page, which also offers instructions for extracting game files from the Xbox 360 version.

AppWizard

March 3, 2025

Sumo sells Secret Mode to Emona Capital

UK-based gaming company Sumo Group has divested its publishing label, Secret Mode, to Emona Capital, with the leadership team continuing to guide the label's creative direction. The financial details of the transaction are undisclosed, and Secret Mode will remain an independent publisher. Ed Blincoe and James Schall expressed enthusiasm about the partnership and the opportunity to focus on indie game publishing. Emona Capital's managing partner, Dominik Dolenec, noted the potential for supporting Secret Mode's mission in the independent games sector. Secret Mode was founded in 2020 by Sumo Group, which is shifting towards a work-for-hire business model.

AppWizard

March 1, 2025

The new Terminator 2D already looks like the best Terminator game since the Mega Drive, and I’m not kidding

"Terminator 2: Judgement Day" is regarded as a classic Hollywood blockbuster, known for its pacing and action sequences. The Sega Mega Drive 2D adaptation of the film captures key moments such as Arnie's arrival, Sarah Connor's escape, and John Connor's dirtbike chase. The upcoming game "Terminator 2D: No Fate" will launch on September 5, 2025, on the Epic Games Store and Steam, featuring a blend of gameplay styles and a unique narrative that includes original scenarios and multiple endings. A 'making of' featurette is available, showcasing the development team's passion for the project.

AppWizard

February 23, 2025

This week’s hot PC gaming Steam deals Feb. 16-22

Steam is currently offering a variety of deals on PC games, including a sale on SEGA's Sonic franchise with discounts of up to 75% on titles such as Sonic Mania, Team Sonic Racing, and Sonic Frontiers. The Sonic sale ends on February 27, 2025. Additional indie games on sale include Tape to Tape, Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition, and Untitled Goose Game, with discounts ranging from 10% to 85%. Other notable games available at discounted prices include Noita, Hitman: World of Assassination, and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, with discounts up to 85%.

AppWizard

February 22, 2025

5 best racing games to play on PC (2025) | Esports News – The Times of India

Forza Horizon 5 features diverse gameplay modes, breathtaking visuals, and a vibrant Mexican backdrop, with an innovative EventLab for custom tracks. Dirt 5 offers a fun racing experience reminiscent of 90s games, focusing on high-speed escapism rather than realism. Need for Speed: Heat includes solid racing mechanics, police chases, and extensive car customization, featuring a unique day-and-night cycle in Palm City. Assetto Corsa EVO, launching on January 16th, 2025, provides photorealistic graphics, an expanded roster of tracks and cars, and the open-world Nürburgring region. Ridge Racer Unbounded introduces chaotic gameplay with vehicular and environmental destruction in the fictional Shatter Bay, focusing on accumulating collateral damage points for progression.

BetaBeacon

February 20, 2025

I tried the new PS3 emulator on Android and it technically works, but it has a long way to go

- The aPS3e PS3 emulator on Android has no settings menu and requires manually moving .rap files to a specific directory for most games to work. - Only four out of 17 games tested were playable on the emulator, with some crashing at launch and others failing to install. - The emulator may vary in performance depending on the device used, and the developer's track record is questionable. - The breakthrough with aPS3e may inspire other developers to work on similar projects for Android emulation.