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AppWizard

May 19, 2025

PlayStation vet Yoshida reckons $70/80 games are a “steal”

Shuhei Yoshida, a former Sony executive, discussed the evolving pricing landscape in the gaming industry, suggesting that a price increase for games is justified and perhaps overdue. He argued against a uniform pricing model, stating that the value of a game should reflect its unique offerings and production costs. Yoshida believes that high-quality games could be worth higher prices, asserting that they provide significant entertainment value compared to other forms of entertainment. He encouraged consumers to make informed spending choices, emphasizing that value is subjective and should be assessed individually.

AppWizard

April 15, 2025

The Best Steam Deck Games To Play In 2025

The Steam Deck is a popular portable gaming device that allows users to access a wide range of games from their existing Steam library. It features a curated selection of standout games, including major AAA titles, under-the-radar indie games, and Deck Verified games that ensure compatibility. The device also supports the installation of the Epic Games Store, expanding the library of available titles. Recommendations for accessories tailored to the Steam Deck are also provided, and the list of compatible games is regularly updated.

AppWizard

April 1, 2025

Get Classic Tomb Raider Adventures And Seven More Games For Just $12 At Humble This Month

The April 2025 lineup of Humble Choice includes the following PC games: 1000xResist, Aliens: Dark Descent, Distant Worlds 2, Diplomacy Is Not An Option, Dredge, Nomad Survival, Nova Lands, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. The Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection features enhancements such as a camera lock-on option, achievements, health bars for bosses, and the ability to switch between classic and modern graphics. Dredge is noted for its Lovecraftian horror elements, while 1000xResist is recognized as a top game of 2024. Aliens: Dark Descent combines squad-based tactics with real-time gameplay. Humble Choice members can access these games at no extra cost, and new subscribers can sign up to gain immediate access. Membership also includes access to the Humble Vault and discounts at the Humble Store, with 5% of membership fees donated to charity, specifically to the organization Care. Additionally, there are other Humble Bundle PC game collections available for purchase.

BetaBeacon

March 31, 2025

Eight of the best Android games available to play on your cellphone

Among Us is a game set aboard an abandoned spaceship where players are part of a crew with some impostors among them. The goal is for the crew to successfully eject the impostors.

BetaBeacon

March 31, 2025

Eight of the best cell phone games available for you to play on Android

- Among Us is a multiplayer game set on a deserted spaceship where players are part of a crew and some are impostors trying to sabotage the mission or kill off crewmates. Players must vote to eject suspected impostors.

AppWizard

March 30, 2025

You may act like Walter White and look like Rick & Morty, but this drug-dealer sim blowing up on Steam isn’t just a goofy meme game

Schedule I is an early access first-person drug-dealing simulator available on Steam, blending elements of Rick & Morty and Breaking Bad. It has received an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating from players due to its engaging mechanics and vibrant personality. Players start in a motel room dealing weed and can progress to build a drug manufacturing and distribution empire. The game is currently offered at a 15% discount for the month, and a demo version is available for potential players.

AppWizard

March 20, 2025

Only 8 Percent Of PC Gaming Time Was Spent On New Games Last Year, Report Claims

Players are increasingly favoring older titles, with only 8 percent of PC gaming hours in 2024 dedicated to newly released games. The report from Newzoo indicates that PC gamers primarily engage with titles at least six years old, with games like Roblox, League of Legends, and Fortnite accounting for 67 percent of total PC playtime. Games released between two to five years ago contribute 25 percent, while new releases from 2024 make up only 8 percent. On consoles, approximately 44 percent of gaming time on PlayStation and 49 percent on Xbox is spent on titles released six or more years ago, with console gamers dedicating 15 percent of their playtime to new releases from 2024. The gaming industry saw over 18,000 games launched on Valve’s platform in 2024, indicating a significant increase in new releases.

AppWizard

March 11, 2025

Top 20 Most Popular Steam Games Of All Time

Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds is the fifth most popular game on Steam, with a peak of over 1.38 million concurrent players. The top games on Steam are ranked by peak concurrent user counts, which include both free-to-play and paid games. A unique entry called Banana allows players to click a banana to earn new ones. Call of Duty HQ aggregates multiple Call of Duty titles. GTA 5 is absent from the top contenders due to its division into two titles: GTA V Legacy with a peak of 364,548 players and GTA V Enhanced with 187,059 players, which together exceed 551,000 players, placing them within the top 20.

AppWizard

February 17, 2025

The Epic Games Store nears 300 million total users

The Epic Games Store's 2024 year-in-review report reveals that its PC user base has grown to 295 million, an increase of 25 million from the previous year. The total number of Epic cross-platform accounts is nearing 900 million. There was a slight decrease in peak monthly users from 75 million to 74 million, but average daily users rose by 6% to 31.5 million. In 2024, users claimed 595 million free games across 89 titles, averaging 6.6 million claims per game. The top five games of 2024 based on player spending and engagement are Genshin Impact, Rocket League, Honkai: Star Rail, Grand Theft Auto V, and Fortnite. Looking ahead, Epic plans to continue its free game program and introduce new features, including non-gaming applications and a new download manager.

AppWizard

February 15, 2025

Epic gave away nearly 600 million games in 2024, and it’s ‘not slowing down’ for 2025

The Epic Games Store's total user base reached 295 million in 2024, an increase of 25 million from the previous year. The Epic ecosystem expanded to 898 million cross-platform accounts, a rise of 94 million from 2023. In 2024, 1,100 new games were released, bringing the total number of titles to over 4,000. Users claimed more than 595 million free games, averaging a total value of 9 per player. The Epic Games Store launcher improved loading times to a third of what they were in early 2023 for 95% of users. Upcoming features include a download manager, gifting options, preloading capabilities, and enhanced social features.