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December 31, 2025

Best Star Wars games 2026: play in a galaxy far, far away

Star Wars has a rich history of licensed games, with a curated list of the finest titles available on PC in 2025 including: 1. Star Wars Outlaws - Players assume the role of Kay Vess in a narrative set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, focusing on heists and adventures. 2. Star Wars Bounty Hunter Remaster - A remaster of the original game following Jango Fett, featuring updated controls and graphics, rated 'Very Positive' on Steam. 3. Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga - Covers all nine mainline films in a Lego format, offering cooperative gameplay. 4. Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords - A sequel with a complex narrative exploring the light and dark sides of the Force. 5. Star Wars: Republic Commando - A tactical shooter from the perspective of a special ops clone trooper during the Clone Wars. 6. Star Wars: Empire at War - A real-time strategy game focusing on the conflict between the Empire and the Rebel Alliance. 7. Star Wars: The Old Republic - An MMO with single-player storytelling and various class narratives. 8. Star Wars: Episode 1 Racer - A racing game based on the pod race sequence from the film. 9. Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster - A remaster of the classic game featuring Kyle Katarn's first adventure. 10. Star Wars Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast - Continues Kyle Katarn's journey with a mix of shooting and lightsaber combat. 11. Star Wars: Rogue Squadron - Players pilot starfighters in space battles. 12. Star Wars: TIE Fighter - Players experience the conflict from the perspective of an Imperial pilot. 13. Star Wars Battlefront 2 (2017) - A multiplayer experience with stunning visuals and epic battles. 14. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor - A sequel featuring a more mature Cal Kestis with refined combat mechanics. 15. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed - Allows players to wield the dark side of the Force as Starkiller. 16. Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith - A game capturing the essence of the prequel trilogy with dynamic saber combat. Upcoming titles include a remake of Knights of the Old Republic and a new project titled Fate of the Old Republic, led by KOTOR director Casey Hudson.

AppWizard

December 21, 2025

Grab these ten great Steam Deck games for incredibly low prices during the Steam Winter Sale

The Steam Winter Sale offers discounts up to 90% on various games, particularly appealing to Steam Deck users. - Hollow Knight is discounted by 50%, priced at .99 / £6.39, while Hollow Knight: Silksong is available for .99 / £13.40 after a 20% discount. - Blue Prince is priced at .79 / £16.49, down from .99. - Baldur's Gate 3 is available for .99, reflecting a 25% discount from its usual price of .99. - Stardew Valley is priced at .99 / £6.59, a 40% reduction from .99. - Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition is available for .24 / £7.49, down from .99, a 75% discount. - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is now .99 / £21.99, down from .99, reflecting a 60% discount. - Slay the Spire is available for .49 / £1.99, thanks to a 90% discount. - Dave the Diver is priced at .99 / £9.34, a 45% discount from .99. - Hades 2 is available for .74 / £18.74 after a 25% discount. - Subnautica is priced at .49 / £6.49, down from .99, reflecting a 75% discount. - Dispatch is available for .99, a 10% discount from its original price of .99.

AppWizard

December 12, 2025

Everything announced at The Game Awards 2025 — Xbox, gaming handhelds, PC, and more

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won the Game of the Year award at The Game Awards 2025. Decrepit, an indie title from Frame Interactive, is set to launch on PS5 and Steam in 2027. Audiomech, a bullet hell shooter by Dylan Fitterer, will have a free demo available on Steam starting December 12. PRAGMATA, an action-packed sci-fi adventure from CAPCOM, is scheduled for release on April 24, 2026, with preorders open and a demo available on Steam. Solasta 2 will enter Early Access on Steam on March 12, 2026. TankRat, a vehicular action game, is set for a Spring 2026 release on Steam. Bradley the Badger, an action platformer, is available for wishlisting on Steam. Stupid Never Dies, a zombie-themed game, is planned for release in 2026 on Steam and PS5. Casey Hudson is developing a new Star Wars RPG set in the Old Republic era. Larian Studios announced Divinity, a project larger than Baldur's Gate 3. 4:LOOP, a co-op game from Bad Robot, will release on PC and PS5. Ontos, a spiritual successor to SOMA, is slated for a 2026 release on Steam and PS5. South of Midnight, winner of the Games for Impact award, will be available on PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2026. Order of the Sinking Star, a puzzle adventure game, is set to launch on Steam in 2026. Exodus, an RPG from Wizards of the Coast, is expected in Early 2027. WARLOCK, a dark fantasy action-adventure game, will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5. Control Resonant, a sequel to Control, will be available in 2026. Gang of Dragon is an upcoming action game from the developers of Yakuza. LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will release on May 29, 2026. Tomb Raider: Catalyst is expected in 2027, while a reimagining titled Legacy of Atlantis will launch in 2026. Forest 3 is in development with limited details. Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion will launch on April 28, 2026. Hogwarts Legacy is available for free on the Epic Games Store until December 18. No Law, an open-world shooter, is set for release on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5. Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is available for wishlist on Steam. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will launch in 2026. Star Wars: Galactic Racer is scheduled for release in 2026. The Wind Awakening is set for release on December 23 for multiple platforms. Phantom Blade Zero will launch on PC and PS5 on September 9, 2026. Mega Man: Dual Override is set to release in 2027. Highguard, a free-to-play multiplayer FPS, will launch on January 26, 2026.

BetaBeacon

December 4, 2025

Netflix Brings Red Dead Redemption to Android, iPhone, and iPad

Red Dead Redemption is now available on Android, iPhone, and iPad for the first time. The game can be downloaded for free by Netflix subscribers and offers enhanced versions on other gaming platforms. A Netflix account is required to play the game.

AppWizard

November 4, 2025

We need to commit—it’s time crunchy, complicated RPGs made their mainstream comeback for good

The Dragon Age series has transitioned from classic RPG mechanics to a third-person action experience with RPG elements. Industry veterans, including David Gaider, suggest that simplifying gameplay mechanics is necessary to appeal to a broader audience, but recent successes indicate a significant market for complex systems. Baldur's Gate 3 has gained popularity by offering depth and intricate mechanics, while Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 provides a rewarding sense of progression through granular systems. Even action-oriented titles like Borderlands 4 maintain complexity, suggesting an appetite for depth in gaming. Obsidian Entertainment's The Outer Worlds 2 has received mixed reactions regarding its character builds, highlighting player value in meaningful choices. There is a desire for more robust RPG foundations in games like Avowed, which primarily focus on combat. The success of titles like Baldur's Gate 3 challenges the assumption that simplicity is key to broader appeal, indicating that players are ready for rich, intricate RPG experiences. Developers are encouraged to embrace complexity and consider difficulty settings to cater to varying player preferences.

AppWizard

October 31, 2025

KCD2 publisher’s stunning, troubled Norse RPG gets a whole new version just two months after launch, and it changes everything

The original Baldur's Gate was released in 1998, with its enhanced edition launched in 2012, 14 years later. The remastered version of Neverwinter Nights came out in 2018, 16 years after the original, while Aspyr Media's sequel enhancement was released 19 years post-launch. Echoes of the End was launched on August 12, 2023, and is set to receive an enhanced edition after only two months, despite having only 425 lifetime reviews and a mixed reception on Steam, with 68% positive reviews. The game features a cinematic, third-person action-adventure format inspired by Iceland. The enhanced edition will include significant changes such as updated animations, a revamped combat system, a new equipment system with 13 outfits and over 20 relics, and reduced puzzle complexity. These enhancements will be available at no extra cost to existing owners of the game.

AppWizard

October 28, 2025

Best Outer Worlds 2 mods

The gaming community is looking forward to mods for The Outer Worlds 2, which will enhance gameplay without completely overhauling it. Players can explore console commands once certain mods are implemented, allowing for customization of their RPG experience. Notable mods include: - Optimized Tweaks: Improves performance issues related to Unreal Engine 5 and can significantly enhance frame rates on devices like the Steam Deck. - Character Editor (Respec): Allows players to modify skills, perks, and appearance at will. - Near Third Person Camera: Enhances the third-person camera experience, though minor issues may arise with some melee weapons. - Map Tweaks: Removes the fog of war effect and offers additional gameplay conveniences. - More Skill Points: Adjusts the number of skill points gained per level to enhance player capabilities. - Free Cam: Enables players to explore the game from various angles for photography. - Console Enabler: Unlocks console commands for various in-game adjustments, including respec options and item management. The modding community is actively developing new content to enhance the gaming experience.

AppWizard

October 16, 2025

Quantic Dream announces free-to-play team-based action strategy game Spellcasters Chronicles for PC

Quantic Dream has announced Spellcasters Chronicles, a free-to-play, team-based third-person action strategy game set to launch on PC via Steam, with closed beta registration now open. The game features a world where gods have vanished, and players, known as Spellcasters, harness an ancient energy called the Source. Players will take on the role of a mage commander, engaging in three-versus-three combat, dynamic aerial battles, and summoning a diverse army of creatures. The game allows for customization of spell decks with over 50 spells and summons, and players can influence the game's lore through community decisions. A teaser trailer has been released showcasing the game's vibrant world and gameplay.

AppWizard

September 5, 2025

Cronos: The New Dawn PC Performance Analysis

Bloober Team will release its third-person action horror game, Cronos: The New Dawn, using Unreal Engine 5. Benchmarking tests were conducted on a setup with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and various high-end graphics cards. The game offers customizable graphics settings and supports technologies like NVIDIA DLSS 4, AMD FSR 3.1, and Intel XeSS 2.0. At 1080p with Epic Settings, the top five graphics cards achieved over 60 FPS. At Native 1440p, only the NVIDIA RTX 4090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090 maintained fluid performance, while no GPU reached 60 FPS at Native 4K. Lowering settings from Epic to High can improve performance by 18–25%. The game features impressive visuals but has minor imperfections and fewer stutters without Hardware Lumen enabled. It outperforms Silent Hill 2 Remake in stability and aligns with typical Unreal Engine 5 performance expectations.

AppWizard

September 2, 2025

Echoes of the End PC Performance Analysis

Deep Silver unveiled its latest third-person action-adventure title, Echoes of the End, powered by Unreal Engine 5. The game was benchmarked on a setup with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 32GB of DDR5 RAM, testing various graphics cards including NVIDIA's RTX 4090 and RTX 5090. Echoes of the End lacks a built-in benchmark tool, leading to performance tests in demanding areas of the game. The RTX 5090 achieved framerates exceeding 60FPS at Native 4K in less demanding regions. At 1080p/Ultra Settings, only the RTX 4090 and RTX 5090 maintained framerates above 60FPS. At 1440p/Ultra, the RTX 5090 consistently delivered above 60FPS, while no GPU sustained 60FPS during Native 4K/Ultra stress tests. Performance scaling with graphics settings showed a 24-33% boost when switching to High Settings and an 8-13% increase with Medium Settings. Lowering to Low Settings did not yield significant benefits. Myrkur Games has addressed previous stuttering issues, with minor traversal stutters remaining. The game supports NVIDIA DLSS 4 and AMD FSR 3.1 for enhanced performance.