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March 8, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Strategies to try, fighters to claim, Choices to make

The Humble Store has launched its March Choice bundle featuring eight games, including Pacific Drive, Homeworld 3, Wild Hearts, Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, Gravity Circuit, Sir Whoopass: Immortal Death, Racine, and Cavern of Dreams. Wild Hearts and Tales of Kenzera are available as EA Play keys, while the others can be claimed on Steam. Subscribers have until April 1 to choose. The Epic Games Store is offering Them's Fightin' Herds for free until March 13, after which Mortal Shell will be available. This weekend, Steam is hosting a free event for Company of Heroes 3, and Ubisoft Connect is offering a free event for Rainbow Six Siege until March 10. Current promotions include sales from Plaion, Paradox, and a visual novel festival, along with significant deals on titles like Sekiro and RoboCop. The GOG store is also running a Plaion publisher promotion with various DRM-free games. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

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October 15, 2024

RPGs are king, and 6 other things the PC Gamer Top 100 tells us about the state of PC gaming

The PC Gamer Top 100 selection process combines analytical rigor and editorial passion, utilizing votes from over 30 editors and contributors to create a curated list based on Quality, Importance, Hotness, and Playability. Despite challenges like the pandemic and the decline of E3, PC gaming has thrived in the 2020s, with notable titles such as Elden Ring emerging. Only three games from the '90s made the list, indicating a shift away from older titles. However, many influential developers from that era, like Valve and Capcom, still have multiple entries in the Top 100. The list shows a heavy siloing in PC gaming, with esports titles underrepresented compared to narrative-driven experiences. RPGs dominate the list, with the top three games being Baldur's Gate 3, Disco Elysium, and Elden Ring. The CRPG renaissance appears to be growing, with foundational titles suggesting a lasting impact on the genre. Game collections like Mass Effect Legendary Edition have also made the list, raising questions about inclusion criteria.

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September 30, 2024

9 minutes of gameplay from the PC version of Phantom Blade Zero

At the Tokyo Game Show 2024, S-Game showcased a playable demo of its action RPG, Phantom Blade Zero, specifically for PC gamers. The game features fast-paced combat influenced by Chinese martial arts and steampunk aesthetics, with a unique combat system that includes various combos and stagger mechanics, similar to those in Sekiro. The demo was powered by Unreal Engine 5 and performed well on high-end PC systems, although specific hardware details were not provided. There is no confirmed release date for Phantom Blade Zero, but anticipation is high, with comparisons being made to the successful title "Black Myth: Wukong."

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August 24, 2024

Sekiro was so influential, even the next big BioWare and Obsidian RPGs are adding parries and stagger meters

FromSoftware's Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has influenced various titles by introducing innovative combat mechanics, particularly its parrying system. BioWare and Obsidian are incorporating elements inspired by Sekiro into their upcoming projects. BioWare's Dragon Age: The Veilguard will feature a parry system that leads to counterattacks and allows for character class-specific experiences, while Obsidian's Avowed will include a stagger mechanic. This marks a shift in both studios' approaches to action RPGs, moving away from previous sluggish gameplay styles. The integration of Sekiro's mechanics is expected to shape the future of action RPGs.

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August 24, 2024

Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed conquer ‘Hardcore Minecraft’

Renowned livestreamers Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed completed a five-day marathon of “Hardcore Minecraft,” logging over 105 hours of gameplay and facing 42 deaths. They began their journey on August 17, following a successful collaboration in July. Streaming from Kai's New York mansion, they encountered various challenges, including technical issues and humorous moments. The duo achieved victory on August 22 after defeating the Ender Dragon, with Cenat delivering the final blow. Cenat plans to play “Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice” next, while fans hope for a collaboration on “Overcooked.”

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August 23, 2024

Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed conquer ‘Hardcore Minecraft’

Renowned livestreamers Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed completed a marathon of "Hardcore Minecraft" over five days, logging more than 105 hours of gameplay and encountering 42 deaths. Their adventure began on August 14, with gameplay starting on August 17. They streamed simultaneously from Kai's New York mansion, facing challenges like technical difficulties and arguments, including an incident where Speed punched a hole in Cenat's wall. A therapist was brought in to help maintain their spirits. The duo finally defeated the Ender Dragon on August 22 after a 15-minute showdown, with Cenat delivering the final blow. Cenat plans to tackle "Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice" next, while fans hope for a lighter collaboration with "Overcooked."

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August 22, 2024

Kai Cenat And IShowSpeed Finally Beat ‘Minecraft’ After Five Days

Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed completed Hardcore Minecraft after a five-day marathon of over 105 hours of gameplay, resulting in 42 in-game deaths. Their journey began on August 17, following a previous collaboration in July. They faced numerous challenges, including internet issues and physical altercations, and even brought in a therapist to help manage tensions. On August 22, they defeated the Ender Dragon after a 15-minute battle, with Kai delivering the final blow. Following their victory, they celebrated by destroying their gaming setup. Kai plans to play Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice next.

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August 22, 2024

Here’s The Top 10 best PC Games You Should Definitely Try Out!

Minecraft allows players to create and explore in a block-based world with Creative and Survival modes, featuring cross-platform play in the Bedrock Edition. Fortnite is a battle royale game with 100 players competing, boasting an estimated 125 million players. Apex Legends features squad-based gameplay with unique characters called "Legends" and offers modes for solo and duo play. League of Legends is a MOBA with over 160 champions, emphasizing strategic battles. Call of Duty: Warzone provides a large-scale battleground experience with over 67,000 active players. Valorant, a tactical hero shooter, began development in 2014 and expanded to Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 in June 2024. Roblox is an online platform with over 164 million active users, allowing users to create and play games. Destiny 2 is a free-to-play first-person shooter that evolved from a pay-to-play model since its 2017 release. Elden Ring is a third-person action RPG inspired by FromSoftware's previous titles. Counter-Strike 2, released in September 2023, is a free-to-play tactical shooter that builds on Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.

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August 15, 2024

Kai Cenat reveals IShowSpeed joining him in NYC for hardcore Minecraft marathon – Dexerto

Kai Cenat is collaborating with fellow streamer IShowSpeed for a Minecraft hardcore mode stream, which they plan to keep live until they complete their gaming challenge. Cenat recently completed a 30-hour marathon streaming session of Bloodborne and is known for his dedication to diverse gaming content. He hinted that the Minecraft stream is coming soon, generating excitement among fans on social media. Their previous collaboration involved a 12-hour Chained Together broadcast, showcasing their dynamic as a duo.

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July 19, 2024

Microsoft Store Ultimate Game Sale Begins Today on Xbox and PC

The Microsoft Store Ultimate Game Sale offers discounts on hundreds of Xbox games, over 200 PC games, select DLC expansions, consoles, and accessories. Discounts of up to 80% are available on games like Forza Horizon 5, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, and LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. The sale runs from July 18 to July 31.