The Game Awards Archives

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Xbox Games Showcase returns in June with first-party studios, third-party partners, and a deep dive into The Outer Worlds 2

The Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled for June 8, featuring new titles from first-party and third-party studios, including an in-depth look at Obsidian's The Outer Worlds 2, projected for release in 2025. Other anticipated projects include Clockwork Revolution, Gears of War: E-Day, State of Decay 3, a Perfect Dark reboot, and Arkane's interpretation of Blade. The showcase will be streamed on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook.

BetaBeacon

March 30, 2025

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Coming to Mobile Devices on April 14

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is set to debut on Android and iOS devices on April 14. Players take on the role of Sargon, a warrior on a mission to rescue Prince Ghassan. The game features fast-paced combat, parkour moves, and puzzles, with time-manipulating abilities. Developed by Ubisoft Da Nang, the game runs at 60 frames per second and offers touch screen or external controller options. The mobile version includes features like auto-potion, auto-parry, and slow time options, as well as accessibility features that won an award. Pre-registration is now open on the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

‘The point is to be generous’: This $20 FPS releasing next month is trying something new—giving away a full version of the game

Midnight Murder Club is a multiplayer party shooter developed by Velan Studios, known for Knockout City. The game features six players in a dark mansion, focusing on fun and memorable moments rather than competitive rankings. Players earn unlocks through gameplay without seasonal updates or battle passes. The game includes a Guest Pass Edition, allowing non-purchasing friends to join games hosted by owners of the full version. Midnight Murder Club is scheduled for early access on March 13, available on Steam and PS5.

AppWizard

February 13, 2025

Jiggle-powered, apparently decent action game Stellar Blade confirmed for PC release in June

Stellar Blade, an anime action game developed by South Korean studio Shift Up and published by Sony, will be released on PC in June 2025. The game features a post-apocalyptic Earth setting where players battle monstrous foes using various combat techniques. The protagonist, Eve, modeled after influencer Shin Jae-Eun, has sparked discussions about representation and aesthetic appeal. A controversial decision to introduce a downloadable outfit for Eve, which included a modest undershirt for the international release, led to backlash and a petition under the hashtag #freestellarblade. Despite this, the gaming community appears to have moved on, with discussions about the game not being nominated for the Game Awards 2024. The PC version will be optimized and include updates from the console version, launching alongside the Goddess of Nikke DLC.

BetaBeacon

February 6, 2025

Steel Paws, the upcoming Netflix Games exclusive from Yu Suzuki, is now in pre-registration

Steel Paws is a new third-person beat 'em up game from Yu Suzuki set to arrive exclusively on Netflix Games. Players will ascend a mysterious tower, battling enemy robots with mechanical buddies and encountering random elements on each level. Despite recent issues with the Netflix Games catalogue, Steel Paws has the potential to be a great exclusive release.

AppWizard

December 28, 2024

Here are DSOGaming’s Games of the Year 2024

The gaming community is anticipating the Game of the Year (GOTY) list as 2024 approaches. Contributors from DSOGaming have shared their top picks: - pirovashMX chose Penny’s Big Breakaway, a platformer inspired by Sega’s 90s classics, featuring fluid movement and a new whip mechanic. - Spencer selected Virtua Fighter 5 REVO, an Open Beta version of a classic fighting game from 2006, praised for its combat mechanics and graphics, with an official release scheduled for January. - Nick McCaskey highlighted Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, a JRPG that encouraged multiple playthroughs, alongside a mention of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. - John Papadopoulos picked Silent Hill 2 Remake, commending its atmosphere, narrative, visuals, and satisfying conclusion, despite minor traversal issues.

AppWizard

December 24, 2024

33 Games Under $10 in the Steam Winter Sale

The Steam Winter Sale is currently offering discounts on a wide variety of games, including older titles that provide good value. Notable deals include The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition for .99, Stardew Valley at 40% off, DOOM Eternal for under , Hollow Knight for .99, Sid Meier’s Civilization VI for .99, and Overcooked 2 at 75% off. Other games mentioned include Disco Elysium, Fallout 4, Fallout: New Vegas, Skyrim, Divinity: Original Sin, Cozy Grove, Unpacking, The Master Chief Collection, and various Total War games.

AppWizard

December 17, 2024

Casual and cute exploration in Revenge of the Savage Planet

Revenge of the Savage Planet, developed by Raccoon Logic, is set to launch in May 2025 for PC and consoles. It is a sequel to Journey to the Savage Planet, originally released in 2020. The game features Martin Tweed, CEO of Kindred Aerospace, and introduces a new antagonist, Gunther Harrison, CEO of Alta Interglobal. Players will explore and colonize multiple planets, facing challenges and engaging in resource gathering and crafting. The game is designed for approximately 15 to 20 hours of gameplay, with solo and co-op options. It will feature three distinct endings and has been developed by a team of around 30 with a budget of under a million.

AppWizard

December 16, 2024

Capcom might be reviving dormant franchises

Capcom has announced a revival of classic franchises, including a sequel to the 2006 game Okami and a new installment in the Onimusha series titled Way of the Sword. The company is focusing on reactivating dormant intellectual properties while continuing to release major new titles each year, aiming to enhance corporate value through these revivals.

AppWizard

December 15, 2024

Final Fantasy 7 Remake patch levels everyone up and lets you speed up cutscenes to help you replay it before Rebirth comes to PC

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be released on PC on January 23, available on both Steam and the Epic Games Store. The recent 1.004 update for Final Fantasy 7 Remake introduces a "head start" option for new playthroughs, elevating characters to level 45, providing max-level materia, gear, accessories, extra items, and 50,000 gil. The update also allows players to fast-forward through "event scenes" at 1.5x or 2.0x speed.