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April 17, 2025

Marathon Alpha Requirements And Minimum PC Specs Revealed

Bungie will conduct a closed alpha test for its shooter game, Marathon, from April 23 to May 4 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in North America. Players must join the official Marathon Discord channel to receive invitations and must be at least 18 years old, located in North America, and have a Bungie.net account in good standing. The alpha test does not require a PlayStation Plus or Xbox Live account, but one will be needed at the official launch. The test will require approximately 6GB of storage and will only support the English language. Progress made during the alpha will be wiped after the test. Minimum PC specifications for the alpha include: - Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 - Memory: 8GB RAM - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8GB) - Video Memory (VRAM): 4GB - DirectX: DirectX 12 with Feature Level 12_1 support - Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack) Marathon is scheduled for launch on September 23 and will feature cross-play and cross-save capabilities. It is expected to have a premium price point but will not be a full-price game. Early previews suggest that while the gameplay may be engaging, there are areas that could be improved.

AppWizard

December 24, 2024

Best FPS 2024: STRAFTAT

STRAFTAT is a first-person shooter game that features frenetic 1v1 battles, reminiscent of classic arcade-style duels. The gameplay is hypercompetitive, with a mantra of "two players enter, one player leaves," and includes a variety of whimsical level designs, such as navigating mazes or sliding down icy slopes. The game incorporates satisfying weapon mechanics and a quirky art style, creating a unique atmosphere that balances absurdity with skillful gameplay. It offers over 70 diverse maps, fostering a social environment akin to a modern LAN party. The game's slapstick humor and chaotic moments enhance the experience, although the competitive nature may pose a challenge for new players. STRAFTAT emphasizes immediate fun over traditional progression systems, appealing to both nostalgic fans and new players in the FPS genre.

BetaBeacon

December 18, 2024

Hurry Up! These iOS and Android Apps Are Free for a Limited Time

The Type Freely app is a straightforward way to write your lyrics freely and professionally and share them as HD images on social media.

AppWizard

December 17, 2024

In survival game Rust, Santa Claus doesn’t care if you’ve been good or bad or really, really bad, he still has gifts for you

The Christmas event in the survival shooter game Rust has begun and will run until January 2. Players can enjoy seasonal features such as festive hats, presents, and the "lickable candy cane club." They can hang stockings in their bases and will receive gifts from Santa regardless of their in-game behavior. Players can hear jingle bells signaling the arrival of Santa's sleigh, which drops presents within a 40-meter radius. Upon finding a present, players can open it for resources, weapons, and festive treats, and they can trade smaller gifts for larger ones. The event includes "Rustmas" Twitch drops and a base decorating contest with exclusive rewards. Ice sculptures have been delayed but are expected to be released before Christmas. Full details of the event and a celebratory video marking the game's 11-year anniversary are available.

AppWizard

November 29, 2024

The ultra-violent time-bending horror FPS that always leaves my palms sweaty and heart racing is now less than a buck

F.E.A.R. is a classic first-person shooter game where players take on the role of a member of the First Encounter Assault Recon unit, tasked with confronting the rogue psychic operative, Paxton Fettel. It has been re-released on GOG with compatibility for Windows 10 and 11, and the Platinum Edition includes digital extras like wallpapers and behind-the-scenes videos. The game runs well on high-performance rigs, such as those with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, and has minimal system requirements, making it accessible for most gaming PCs. It has a storage requirement of 7.2 GB and is available for under a dollar.

AppWizard

November 7, 2024

PC Gamer magazine’s new issue is on sale now: Path of Exile 2

PC Gamer provides an exclusive look at Path of Exile 2, an upcoming action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, after visiting their headquarters in Auckland, New Zealand. The magazine includes hands-on gameplay impressions and developer interviews, highlighting features set to debut in Early Access later this year. Additionally, the issue features a discussion with Gunfire Games about Remnant 2, marking its one-year anniversary, and includes previews of various games such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Reviews of new releases like Frostpunk 2 and Final Fantasy XVI are also included, along with a group test of gaming mini PCs and features on gaming mods and guides. Issue 403 is available in stores and on digital platforms.

BetaBeacon

October 30, 2024

Autogun Heroes now available on PC thanks to a collaboration between CrazyGames, Nitro Games and Pley

Autogun Heroes, an action-packed shooter game, is now available on CrazyGames thanks to a collaboration between developer Nitro Games and game distribution platform Pley. The game tasks players with reclaiming the planet from extraterrestrial invaders and offers increasingly powerful weapons and equipment as players advance.

AppWizard

October 25, 2024

The recent ultra-violent RoboCop FPS that lets you atomise the skulls of criminal scum is going for a fraction of full price

RoboCop: Rogue City is a first-person shooter game developed using Unreal Engine 5, known for its graphic and intense combat sequences. A review described the combat as 'straight up murder,' highlighting a moment where RoboCop delivers a punch with the force of a particle accelerator, leading to an instant defeat of an enemy. The game performs well on high-end setups, running smoothly at 4K resolution and 60fps with DLSS set to 'Quality' on an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X and 32GB of DDR4 RAM. PC Gamer provides a comprehensive review for those seeking more insights.

BetaBeacon

October 2, 2024

The 45 best free Android games for your phone or tablet | Stuff

- Vampire Survivors is a devilishly simple roguelike shoot 'em up game available on mobile for over a year. - Super Cat Tales: PAWS is a platform game where players control a band of cats through various levels. - Swordigo is a 2D adventure-platformer game with monsters to fight and treasures to find. - Dadish 3 is a platform game where players control a radish bouncing through levels to rescue his kids. - Bean Dreams is a platform game that emphasizes learning levels, timing, and exploration. - Sad But Ded is a platform game with a leapy protagonist trying to reach the flag without dying. - It's full of Sparks is a game where players direct a jumping firecracker to water to prevent it from exploding. - Alto's Odyssey is an endless runner game set in a desert with new gameplay elements like bouncing off hot-air balloons. - Saily Seas is a survival game where players try to avoid drowning and being eaten by a whale. - Will Hero is a platforming game with a square hero who bounces forward to defeat enemies. - Super Fowlst 2 is a game where players control a chicken saving the world from a demon invasion using its rear. - Knight Brawl is a hack 'em up game with a sword-wielding protagonist battling enemies in various scenarios. - Beat Street is a scrolling retro game where players fight enemies using only a single digit. - PinOut! is a pinball game with a single massive table challenging players to hit ramps against the clock. - Spaceteam is a multiplayer game where players give orders to prevent their ship from exploding. - Shadowgun Legends is a mobile FPS game where players aim to become a legendary warrior by completing missions. - Time Locker is a vertical shooter game where everything moves only when the player does. - PewPew Live is a twin-stick shooty game reminiscent of classic arcade games like Robotron: 2084. - Shooty Quest is a game where players shoot enemies with arrows using specific weapons for each enemy. - Missile Command: Recharged is a redesigned version of the classic Missile Command game where players defend against nuclear missile attacks. - Please, Touch the Artwork 2 is a puzzle game based on the work of Belgian modern artist James Ensor.

AppWizard

September 2, 2024

Report: Concord has sold just 10k copies on Steam

In its debut week, the hero shooter Concord sold approximately 25,000 units, with around 10,000 on Steam and 15,000 on PlayStation. Currently, only 53 players are active on Steam, with a peak of 697 simultaneous users since its release on August 23rd. The game's lukewarm reception is attributed to intense competition in the market, particularly from free-to-play titles like Overwatch 2. Rhys Elliott from Midia Research notes that launching Concord as a premium game has limited its audience and user acquisition. He suggests that a free-to-play model or inclusion in PlayStation Plus could have improved its chances of success.