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Newzoo: Top Games of 2025 on PC & Console
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February 23, 2026

Newzoo: Top Games of 2025 on PC & Console

PC and Nintendo Switch are more welcoming to new intellectual properties (IPs) compared to PlayStation and Xbox. The top-selling PC game of 2025 is Battlefield 6, followed by ARC Raiders and Schedule I. New IPs like R.E.P.O. and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are also performing well on PC. In the console market, sports games dominate revenue rankings for PlayStation and Xbox, while first-party titles excel on Nintendo Switch. Indie and AA games such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hades II, Fantasy Life i, and Tiny Bookshop are achieving impressive sales on the Switch. The top games by Monthly Active Users (MAU) include Counter-Strike 2, Roblox, and Fortnite.
Best PC Sports Games for 2026
AppWizard
December 30, 2025

Best PC Sports Games for 2026

Sports games on PC in 2026 showcase a diverse array of titles that blend arcade excitement, intricate simulations, and innovative concepts. Modern PC hardware enhances the gaming experience, allowing titles that once required specialized setups to run seamlessly on contemporary devices. Arcade-style sports games benefit from lower system requirements and simplified controls, while simulation-heavy titles are better suited for desktops. Standout games include Baseball Stars 2, which maintains its charm with engaging mechanics, and RetroMania Wrestling, which focuses on recognizable gameplay rather than realism. Fire Pro Wrestling World offers extensive customization and online play, appealing to players who enjoy fine-tuning their matches. Mutant Football League reimagines American football with fictional teams and exaggerated violence, while Super Mega Baseball 3 combines stylized visuals with intricate statistical systems. Rocket League remains popular for its skill-based multiplayer, and Windjammers 2 emphasizes strategic gameplay. Turbo Golf Racing merges golf with kart racing, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 & 2 remasters classic skateboarding titles. The PC platform thrives on variety, offering arcade-style action, intricate simulations, and experimental hybrids. Notable sports games in 2026 include Rocket League, Super Mega Baseball 3, Fire Pro Wrestling World, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 & 2, and Windjammers 2. Many sports games are suitable for the Steam Deck, especially arcade-style titles. While there are fewer officially licensed simulations on PC, some titles cater to simulation-focused players. Current trends include hybrid designs, enhanced community tools, and growing interest in customization systems.
Google is working on bringing Contextual Suggestions to every Android smartphone
AppWizard
December 23, 2025

Google is working on bringing Contextual Suggestions to every Android smartphone

Google is set to extend the Magic Cue feature from the Pixel 10 family to all Android smartphones under the name Contextual Suggestions. This feature provides tailored recommendations based on user habits and locations, such as suggesting a specific playlist for workouts or reminding users to cast sports games to their TV. Contextual Suggestions prioritizes user privacy by operating within an encrypted space on the device, ensuring that data used for suggestions remains confidential and is not shared with apps or Google. Users can delete their data at any time, with a default setting that purges it after 60 days. The feature uses AI to analyze stored device activity and location data to generate predictions. Currently, Contextual Suggestions is being rolled out to select users in a beta version of the Google Play Services app, but it is not yet available to all beta participants.
Think what you will about Roblox, but PC players are still hooked on its hardcore soulslike RPG
AppWizard
December 21, 2025

Think what you will about Roblox, but PC players are still hooked on its hardcore soulslike RPG

Roblox is experiencing a surge in popularity, with games like Grow a Garden and Steal a Brainrot attracting tens of millions of concurrent players. These games have surpassed 20 million concurrent players, significantly exceeding previous records. The 2025 Roblox Replay highlights the platform's continued dominance on PC, with distinct gameplay preferences emerging across different devices. Mobile players favor social roleplay games and simpler mechanics, while console players enjoy complex titles like Sonic Speed Simulator. On PC, the term 'RPG' is prominent, with Deepwoken leading as a popular hardcore RPG, boasting approximately 1.5 billion plays. Despite a 30% drop in search interest this year, Deepwoken remains the top choice for PC players, reflecting its design and community appeal.
The guy responsible for the whole battle engine in Total War since Rome 1 had 'never worked writing game code' when he got the assignment
AppWizard
December 5, 2025

The guy responsible for the whole battle engine in Total War since Rome 1 had ‘never worked writing game code’ when he got the assignment

Scott Pitkethly started at Creative Assembly in 1999, initially working on sports games, which he had little passion for. He faced challenges transitioning to the Total War series, a genre he was excited about, despite having never written game code before. He eventually contributed to the Total War franchise, which received accolades and a remaster in 2021. The engine developed for Total War was used in the BBC's Time Commanders, which was based on a deceptive premise. Pitkethly has worked on every project at Creative Assembly since his arrival, except for Medieval 2, which is considered a favorite among fans.
Multi-sport arcade game Sportia announced for consoles, PC
AppWizard
October 8, 2025

Multi-sport arcade game Sportia announced for consoles, PC

Brazilian developer Hermit Crab Game Studio, in collaboration with Ubisoft, is developing a multi-sport arcade game titled Sportia for various consoles and PC via Steam. The game features a diverse cast of characters with unique skills, allowing players to assemble teams for competition. Key features include multiple sports such as football, rugby, tennis, parkour, and rock climbing; unique athletes with special powers; competitive online leagues; dynamic events; and fast-paced arcade-style gameplay. The release date has not yet been announced.
I would enjoy Everybody's Golf Hot Shots a lot more if everyone stopped YELLING AT ME
AppWizard
September 5, 2025

I would enjoy Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots a lot more if everyone stopped YELLING AT ME

Seven years ago, the author discovered Clap Hanz's Everybody's Golf series, starting with the 2017 edition. The franchise has been a PlayStation exclusive since 1997, with only one mobile version released in Japan. The announcement of Everybody's Golf Hot Shots for PC excited the author, but the game features relentless dialogue from characters, which became overwhelming. In Challenge Mode, the author chose Alie as a starting character and experienced excessive encouragement from her caddy. The introduction of German caddy Hugh added to the frustration with repetitive phrases. The author expressed concerns about the impact of the voice lines on their enjoyment of the game and hopes for improvements.
10 years later, no one has replicated Rocket League's mojo
AppWizard
June 19, 2025

10 years later, no one has replicated Rocket League’s mojo

Rocket League, launched on July 7, 2015, is approaching its 10th anniversary, prompting Psyonix to celebrate with a dedicated season. The game combines soccer with rocket-powered vehicles and has influenced the gaming landscape. While other titles like Hockey? and Slapshot offer similar physics-based mechanics, they do not capture the essence of Rocket League. A new game, Rematch, is in advanced access on Steam and allows players to control individual characters but lacks the defining elements of Rocket League, such as rockets and cars. The impact of Rocket League is evident in how it shapes perceptions of sports in gaming.
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