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January 31, 2026

Next Week on Xbox: New Games for February 2 to 6

Next week, several new titles will be released for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC: - DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined Digital Deluxe Edition by SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. priced at .99, and DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined priced at .99, both releasing on February 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Play Anywhere. - MY HERO ACADEMIA: All’s Justice – Ultimate Edition, Deluxe Edition, and standard edition, all by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., with prices ranging from .99 to .99, releasing on February 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. - Carmageddon: Rogue Shift by 34BigThings, priced at .99, releasing on February 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. - Hidden Cats in Christmas by Silesia Games Sp. z o.o., releasing on February 4, optimized for Xbox Play Anywhere. - Lovish by DANGEN Entertainment, priced at .99 (on sale for .99), releasing on February 4. - New Yankee: Through the History Mirror Collector's Edition by Ocean Media, releasing on February 4. - Tiny Biomes by Eastasiasoft Limited, releasing on February 4, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Smart Delivery, Xbox Play Anywhere, and handheld optimized. - Dragon Spira by KEMCO, priced at .99 (on sale for .99), releasing on February 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Smart Delivery, and Xbox Play Anywhere. - Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass by Electric Airship, releasing on February 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S and Smart Delivery. - MENACE (Game Preview) by Hooded Horse, releasing on February 5. - Sora – Winds of the Jungle by EpiXR Games, priced at .99, releasing on February 5, optimized for Xbox Series X|S. - Car Cops by QubicGames S.A., releasing on February 6, optimized for Xbox Play Anywhere and handheld optimized. - Dark Quest: Remastered by Brain Seal Ltd, releasing on February 6. - Un.Key by Rebelião Studio, releasing on February 6, optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Smart Delivery, Xbox Play Anywhere, and handheld optimized.

AppWizard

January 30, 2026

GeForce NOW Brings GeForce RTX Gaming to Linux PCs

The native GeForce NOW app for Linux PCs is now available in beta, supporting Ubuntu 24.04 and later, allowing users to stream games with GeForce RTX capabilities directly from the cloud. The app introduces ten new games, including The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut and The Bard’s Tale Trilogy. It offers high-performance gaming with resolutions up to 5K and 120 fps or 1080p at 360 fps. The app is optimized for PCs and notebooks, providing a native experience similar to the existing GeForce NOW app for Windows and macOS. New game releases include Cairn, The Midnight Walkers, Prototype, Prototype 2, Warhammer 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2, Half Sword, Vampires: Bloodlord Rising, and Total War: Three Kingdoms.

AppWizard

December 27, 2025

Best PC Games on Steam for 2026

PC gaming offers flexibility and exclusive titles, with Steam as the primary platform. Notable games include: - Role-Playing Games: - Baldur's Gate 3: Over 60 hours of gameplay, based on Dungeons & Dragons. - Disco Elysium - The Final Cut: Political storytelling and RPG mechanics. - Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade: Expanded storylines and refined combat. - Persona 5 Royal: Nearly 100 hours of gameplay with turn-based battles. - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt: Expansive world and compelling narrative. - Action and Adventure Games: - Diablo IV: Loot-driven combat and high replayability. - Doom: The Dark Ages: Medieval reimagining of the classic series. - Red Dead Redemption 2: Cinematic open-world experience. - Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered: Urban playground with fluid traversal. - Resident Evil 4 Remake: Updated visuals and refined controls. - Returnal and South of Midnight: Unique roguelike and action-adventure experiences. - Trek to Yomi: Cinematic side-scrolling combat inspired by Akira Kurosawa. - Fighting and Competitive Titles: - Street Fighter 6: New mechanics and accessibility options. - Tekken 7: New combat systems and rollback netcode. - Guilty Gear Strive: Simplified systems for newcomers. - The King of Fighters XV: Classic 2D combat with modern graphics. - Strategy, Simulation, and Multiplayer Games: - Dota 2: Competitive MOBA with over 100 heroes. - Gears Tactics: Turn-based combat from the Gears of War franchise. - Super Mega Baseball 3: Strategic depth in baseball gameplay. - Fire Pro Wrestling World: Comprehensive wrestling simulation. - Indie Games: - Hades II: Magic-based combat and multiple replay paths. - Ori and the Will of the Wisps: Family-friendly platforming with stunning visuals. - UFO 50: Anthology of retro-inspired indie games. - Vampire Survivors: Addictive gameplay with minimalistic presentation. Many games are compatible with the Steam Deck, with verified titles running smoothly and others possibly requiring setup. Online connectivity may affect gameplay, especially for titles reliant on it. All mentioned games are available for Windows PCs.

AppWizard

November 16, 2025

New release roundup: Timelie, Minecraft Blast, Temple Run 3, and more

Mojang Studios and King are releasing Minecraft Blast, a mobile puzzle game set in the Minecraft universe featuring iconic creatures and customizable worlds. Urnique Studio has developed Timelie, a stealth puzzle game that allows players to manipulate time while controlling a girl or a cat with unique abilities. Kemco's Hero Seekers is a pixel-art adventure where players summon legendary warriors for turn-based battles. Imangi Studios has soft-launched Temple Run 3 in regions like Indonesia and the Philippines, maintaining the classic endless running gameplay. Wemade's Legend of Ymir combines Norse mythology with blockchain mechanics, allowing players to engage in auto battles and real-time combat. The Nintendo Store app offers features for tracking and reviewing playtime for games on the Switch and Switch 2.

AppWizard

November 14, 2025

One of our favorite 4X games is holding an extra-long free weekend starting today

Age of Wonders 4 is available for free this weekend until Monday, November 17. The game combines 4X gameplay with turn-based tactical RPG mechanics, allowing players to customize rulers with unique cultures and abilities. Players can gather magical artifacts, develop schools of magic, and engage in turn-based battles. It features asynchronous multiplayer options for cooperative or competitive play. There is also a vampire-themed DLC and a limited-time sale on Steam, offering the game at 50% off its regular price. The free trial primarily includes the base game, providing players with a wealth of content to explore.

AppWizard

November 2, 2025

Combining train sims and strategic card battlers, this free anime game sounds like a dream, but it hasn’t landed how I hoped

Resonance Solstice, released at the end of October, is a real-time card-battling game combined with train simulation, set in a fractured continent where players rebuild connections. The game features complex mechanics, including various types of in-game currency, economic strategies, and interactions with anime characters. Initial user reviews on Steam are mixed, citing a lengthy tutorial, stamina limitations, and narrative issues, while some players appreciate the train mechanics and economic management. The game's social media engagement has been low, and it has struggled to generate buzz compared to competing gacha titles. Despite the challenges, the development team has received praise for their previous title and the introduction of a free battle pass may enhance player engagement.

AppWizard

October 13, 2025

EvoCreo Releases Free Steam Demo Ahead Of PC Release

Ilmfinity Studios has released a free demo for EvoCreo during the Steam Next Fest, with a full PC release expected in Q4 2025. The game, originally launched over a decade ago on mobile, is set in the world of Zenith, where players capture and evolve over 170 unique creatures called Creo. The gameplay includes a personal quest to find a missing father, battling elite Evokers, and uncovering the motives of the Shadow Hive. EvoCreo features five elemental arenas, over 20 hours of offline gameplay, and allows for strategic team building with multiple evolutionary paths for Creo. Combat involves managing move cooldowns and status effects in turn-based battles, and players can also engage in ranked online PvP or challenge friends.

BetaBeacon

August 31, 2025

Kaiju No. 8 The Game is now available worldwide on iOS and Android

Akatsuki Games has released Kaiju No. 8 The Game, a free-to-play turn-based RPG based on the popular manga and anime series. The game features three different story modes and turn-based combat. It garnered over 1 million pre-registrations before its release and is available on Google Play, the App Store, and Steam.

BetaBeacon

August 26, 2025

Muv-Luv: Girls Garden launches as a free-to-play in Japan for PC and Android via DMM Games on September 3

Exnoa has announced that Muv-Luv: Girls Garden will launch on September 3 as a free-to-play game on the DMM Games platform for PC and Android. The game will feature RPG elements, route splits, turn-based battles, and gacha-based character collections.

AppWizard

August 22, 2025

Gumball in Trick-or-Treat Land Announced For PC & Game Boy

Mega Cat Studios, in collaboration with Exquisite Laundry Pet, has announced the retro JRPG titled Gumball in Trick-or-Treat Land. The game will be released on Steam and as a physical cartridge for the Game Boy Color. Players will control a gumball on a quest to restore Trick-or-Treat Land, which is threatened by Chaos Sweets. The game features a lighthearted journey through a candy-filled world, recruitment of allies with unique skills, various puzzles and quests, and a turn-based combat system. The story begins when the gumball hero crash-lands in Trick-or-Treat Land and must retrieve a spellbook to help a local Scarecrow, leading to a quest for Seven Hallowed Patches. Players will encounter diverse characters and can cast spells, brew potions, and unlock magical abilities. The game aims to provide engaging challenges suitable for all ages.