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June 23, 2025

This week in PC games: System Shock 2 remastered, multiple Warhammer 40,000 dogs, and an unexpected continuation of toilet theming

The text discusses various new PC game releases for the week, including: - Rentlord: A real estate roguelike game focused on maximizing rent while avoiding taxes. - Shuffle Tactics: A tactical RPG with deckbuilding mechanics inspired by classic games. - Lex Imperialis: A story expansion for Rogue Trader that continues exploring the Arbites theme. - Nanomon Virtual Pet: A light-hearted virtual pet game. - Condo: A free walking simulator set in an apartment complex during insomnia. - Dungeon Mori: A dungeon crawler that may not appeal to everyone. - Antro: A rhythmic 2.5D platformer about a courier aiming to overthrow a regime. - Untitled Shoes Game: A playful game showcasing creative design.

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June 21, 2025

Dustwind: Resistance Has Launched For PC & Consoles

Indie game developer Dustwind Studios, in collaboration with publisher Z-Software, has released Dustwind: Resistance, a tactical squad game available on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. Players lead a tactical squad with a canine companion named Diesel in real-time combat against raider forces. The game features a new single-player campaign, enhanced mechanics, a rebalanced arsenal, and various combat strategies such as stealth and heavy weaponry. It includes a refined user interface, improved gameplay experience, and significant updates to skills, character systems, environments, and weapon systems. Players can utilize tactical pauses to strategize and issue commands during gameplay.

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June 20, 2025

18 Minecraft secrets that will help you beat the game

- Minecraft has 204.33 million monthly players. - Llamas can be used as pack mules, with inventory capacity varying from three to fifteen slots based on strength. - Breaking a block reveals a pattern on its north side, aiding navigation. - Lava is a more durable fuel than wood and coal in furnaces. - Diamonds are commonly found between levels 15 and 63, with deeper mining increasing discovery chances. - Players can change a blue sheep to red by bringing it near an Evoker. - Torches can be used to farm sand and gravel blocks by placing them right after block removal. - Mushroom biomes provide safety from hostile mobs at night. - Wearing a carved pumpkin prevents Endermen from attacking. - Players can create Iron Golems for protection by arranging iron blocks and a carved pumpkin. - Cats deter Creepers, making them useful companions. - Doors can create air pockets underwater for breathing. - Snowballs can be used against Blazes in combat. - Placing torches around mob spawners can stop enemy production without destroying them. - The Swift Sneak enchantment allows faster movement while crouching. - Mooshrooms can be milked for mushroom stew. - Players can dye their dogs' collars for customization. - Glass panes can protect pixel art designs on maps from modifications. - Zombies are attracted to turtle eggs, providing a distraction tactic for players.

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June 17, 2025

How to destroy sticky notes in FBC: Firebreak

FBC: Firebreak features a challenge where players must eliminate 15,000 sticky notes. Effective strategies for destroying sticky notes include: - Utilizing water to make them vulnerable and prevent regeneration. - Employing the Splash Kit to soak the notes and the Jump Kit for the final blow. - Engaging with environmental elements, such as ceiling sprinklers, to drench nearby notes. - Coordinating with teammates using the Crisis Kit to enhance capabilities. In the second level, players face sticky note monsters, applying the same wetting strategy. In the third level, players confront the boss Sticky Ricky by: 1. Repairing devices at the arena icons. 2. Wetting Sticky Ricky by pulling the right lever. 3. Shocking him with the left lever. 4. Attacking while he is stunned, repeating the sequence to reduce his health.

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June 17, 2025

What’s the best Crisis Kit to pick in FBC: Firebreak?

The game FBC: Firebreak allows players to choose from three Crisis Kits at the start, which can be switched in the loadout menu for strategic flexibility. Players engage in tasks within the Federal Bureau of Control, using the unique abilities of each kit: the Fix Kit for repairs, the Jump Kit for energizing devices, and the Splash Kit for extinguishing fires. The Fix Kit is identified as the most versatile, particularly effective during the Hot Fix job, featuring a wrench that expedites tasks, a Swivel Cannon for damage, and an ultimate upgrade that creates a whirlwind effect. The Splash Kit provides healing and fire extinguishing capabilities but is limited in job scenarios. The Jump Kit is considered less effective, with abilities that often fail to perform as intended, despite having a powerful ultimate augment.

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June 15, 2025

Hardcore World War 2 shooter Hell Let Loose is free to play all weekend, and on a 50% discount for the next two weeks

Hell Let Loose is a large-scale multiplayer shooter released by Team17 in 2021, featuring two teams of 50 players on expansive World War II-inspired maps. The game emphasizes hardcore, tactical gameplay, requiring teamwork and communication. It received positive reviews for balancing challenging combat with accessible logistics, allowing players to efficiently construct Garrison buildings for team respawns. The game is available to play for free until Monday, with a 50% discount offered until June 26 following the free weekend.

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June 15, 2025

Still Wakes the Deep is getting an expansion where you investigate the events of the base game ten years later, and it’s out next week

The Chinese Room has announced an expansion for the game Still Wakes the Deep, titled Siren's Rest, set to launch on Wednesday, June 18, priced at £10, with a 15% launch discount available. The expansion will introduce deep-sea wreck diving. The original game is currently offered at a 50% discount, priced at £15. Additionally, The Chinese Room's Vampire: The Masquerade—Bloodlines 2 is set to debut this October, with positive early impressions regarding its combat and dialogue.

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June 8, 2025

Thunder Lotus Games announces side-scrolling action adventure game At Fate’s End for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC

Thunder Lotus Games has announced a new project titled At Fate’s End, a side-scrolling action adventure game set for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. Players will take on the role of Shan, a young heiress wielding the God Sword Aesus, as she confronts her estranged siblings in emotionally charged duels. The game features a dual combat system, a narrative skill tree, and multiple endings influenced by player decisions. The game emphasizes themes of familial strife and reconciliation, contrasting with the farewell-focused narrative of the studio's previous title, Spiritfarer. An announcement trailer and screenshots are available for viewing.

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June 4, 2025

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in June

June 2025 will feature several significant gaming events and PC game releases. Key dates include: - June 4: PlayStation's 40-minute State of Play showcase. - June 6: Summer Game Fest main showcase. - June 7: Latin American Games Showcase and Future Game Show. - June 8: Xbox Games Showcase and The Outer Worlds 2 Direct, along with the PC Gaming Show. - June 9: Black Voices in Gaming showcase. - June 9-16: Steam Next Fest, leading into the Steam Summer Sale starting June 26. Notable game releases in June include: - June 5: Deltarune Chapters 3 & 4 and Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma. - June 10: MindsEye. - June 11: Stellar Blade. - June 13: Five Nights At Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic. - June 16: Gex Trilogy. - June 17: FBC: Firebreak, Date Everything!, and Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond. - June 19: Broken Arrow. - June 20: BitCraft Online and Gold Gold Adventure Gold. - June 26: Persona 5: The Phantom X. - Dates TBD: Cast n Chill and Hell Clock.

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May 30, 2025

Stellar Blade PC demo to be released on May 31st

A PC demo for Stellar Blade will launch on May 31st, allowing players to experience the game before purchasing. Players will assume the role of Eve, who is on a mission to salvage Earth, encountering various characters and facing challenges. The game features fast-paced combat with impressive attack combos, unlockable moves, and boss battles requiring strategic thinking. The PC version will include an HD Texture Pack, 4K option, support for ultra-wide monitors, and will be powered by Unreal Engine 4 with uncapped framerates. It will also support NVIDIA DLSS 4 and AMD FSR 3.0, but will not have new PC-exclusive Ray Tracing effects. Visual fidelity may be slightly improved over the PS5 version. Stellar Blade will use Denuvo anti-tamper technology, which may lead to performance issues. The full game is set to release on PC on June 11th.