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System Shock VR Announced For Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, and PC VR
AppWizard
August 13, 2026

System Shock VR Announced For Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, and PC VR

Flat2VR Studios has announced an official VR port of the sci-fi shooter System Shock for Meta Quest, PlayStation VR2, and SteamVR. This announcement was made during the VR Games Showcase. Flat2VR is collaborating with Nightdive Studios, the original developer of System Shock, which was released in 2023 after a seven-year development period. The game has received continuous updates, with the latest in March 2023. Additionally, Flat2VR plans to port the first-person shooter High on Life and introduce new titles for PlayStation VR2, including Drop Dead: The Cabin. A funding initiative for developing larger gaming experiences is also being launched. System Shock VR is available for wishlisting on Steam, PS VR2, and Quest platforms.
Weekend PC Game Deals: Witchfire, Avowed, Ninja Gaiden, Ready or Not, and more
AppWizard
August 8, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Witchfire, Avowed, Ninja Gaiden, Ready or Not, and more

The Epic Games Store is offering a giveaway of two titles, We Were Here Together and Beacon Pines, available until August 13. Steam is giving away the action RPG Moonlighter for free until August 9. The August Humble Choice includes eight games, such as Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge Ultimate Edition, available until September 1. Humble also has several bundles, including the Unhinged Indie Anthology collection and the In Your World VR collection. The GOG store features a variety of DRM-free titles. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
Steam Week in Review: Once positioned as mainstream-friendly PC gaming solutions, can Valve's hardware survive the memory crisis?
AppWizard
August 3, 2026

Steam Week in Review: Once positioned as mainstream-friendly PC gaming solutions, can Valve’s hardware survive the memory crisis?

Last week, a discussion arose regarding the decline in Steam Deck sales, as noted by PC Gamer's Andy Edser. An analysis by Boiling Steam questioned the mathematical accuracy of the sales figures, leading to concerns about Valve's hardware future. Gabe Newell's million donation to OpenAI in 2018 has been suggested to negatively impact Valve's hardware ambitions. The price of the anticipated Steam Deck OLED increased significantly in May, with the 1TB model rising from 9 to 9 and the 512GB version from 9 to 9, causing potential buyers to reconsider. The Steam Machine's projected retail price has also surged from around 0 to ,049. In gaming, Mistfall Hunter has quickly reached the third spot on the live concurrent players list. The latest Steam deep cuts ranked Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and Palworld as the top three games. Despite new releases, Counter-Strike 2 remains at the top of the rankings. DragonSword: Awakening and Shift at Midnight have gained attention for their unique gameplay. A notable Steam review of Alien Kink VR expressed a darkly humorous sentiment.
How do PC player demographics change at 50 hours vs. 30 minutes?
AppWizard
August 1, 2026

How do PC player demographics change at 50 hours vs. 30 minutes?

GameDiscoverCo newsletter has reached 45,000 subscribers. The Video Game History Foundation launched a ‘history of E3’ collection, including an introductory video, vintage footage, and a podcast. Microsoft reported a decline in Xbox revenue for four consecutive quarters, with Content & Services revenue at approximately .75 billion (down 10% year-over-year) and hardware revenue around million (down 13% year-over-year). Asha Sharma noted over 200 million new players joined Xbox in FY2026, but the business did not grow. PlayStation's PS5 sales reached 95.3 million, with a 1.6 million increase for the quarter but a 36% year-over-year decline. Active PSN users rose to 125 million, and profit surged by 37%. Meta's Reality Labs reported a loss of .6 billion in Q2, despite million in revenue. Slotbound, a roguelike auto-battler game, achieved 50,000 wishlists and 2,900 peak demo concurrent users. Over 1,000 PC games now operate direct channels, saving developers an estimated billion in platform fees in 2025. GameDiscoverCo’s Steam Fan Snapshot data revealed that the average age of players is 31 for Clair Obscur and 25 for R.E.P.O. 37.5% of respondents find games through short-form video, while 27.9% use traditional media websites. Players of ARC Raiders show a strong preference for the Steam Deck, and as playtime increases, console playtime declines.
Half-Life: Alyx gets 'No VR' mode, perfect for those without an expensive headset
AppWizard
July 30, 2026

Half-Life: Alyx gets ‘No VR’ mode, perfect for those without an expensive headset

Half-Life: Alyx has introduced a 'No VR' mode that allows players without virtual reality headsets to play the entire campaign on a flatscreen. Originally launched in 2019 as a VR-exclusive title, it faced criticism for being inaccessible to many fans of the series. The new mod enhances gameplay with interaction mechanics similar to those in games like SOMA or Amnesia, allowing players to engage with objects by aiming and holding down a button. Currently in testing, the mod covers only the first chapter of the game, with a public release expected soon. While the game is designed for VR, the mod offers an opportunity for those unable to use a headset to experience the narrative and gameplay interactively.
Meta Horizon+ Adds XBOX Game Pass
AppWizard
July 22, 2026

Meta Horizon+ Adds XBOX Game Pass

Meta and XBOX have launched a starter edition of XBOX Game Pass on the Meta Horizon+ platform, providing access to over 50 games. This edition includes 10 hours of cloud gaming each month, allowing players to stream select titles without downloads. Users can also download games for unlimited play across various devices. The library features notable titles such as Fallout 4, Overcooked 2, Grounded, DayZ, Deep Rock Galactic, and SnowRunner. Meta Quest Touch controllers will soon emulate an XBOX gamepad, enabling easy access to Game Pass titles. The subscription to Meta Horizon+ costs .99 USD per year or .99 USD per month, with a one-month free trial for new users, and includes over 100 VR games.
What 'long tail' should you expect for your PC game in 2026?
AppWizard
July 22, 2026

What ‘long tail’ should you expect for your PC game in 2026?

GameDiscoverCo hosted the 'Scrappy Saves The Animals' game jam in collaboration with the Oakland Ballers on Itch.io, with the top game being Scrappy’s Rescue Run, which will be showcased at an upcoming event. GDCO Pro reported on trending unreleased Steam games, with Dear Passengers leading in wishlists, followed by Paper Shredder and Guildrun. An analysis revealed that AI-flagged games achieve around 3,000 sales, which is 55% of the rate of non-AI titles. The Binding Of Isaac Complete Bundle sold nearly 4 million additional units after a 90% off sale during the Steam Summer Sale. A developer was arrested for injecting malware into Steam games, affecting around 8,000 users and stealing approximately 0,000 in cryptocurrency. Roblox announced a UGC-centric Build feature, raising concerns about predatory offers to creators. Xbox Game Pass added titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved and Beast of Reincarnation. Valve updated SteamVR with a more VR-native interface. Epic Games and Google withdrew a lawsuit settlement attempt that could impact Android app stores. GameDiscoverCo Pro introduced automated graph annotations for Steam demo launches. An analysis of games released between July 2023 and July 2025 showed cumulative sales increases over time, with higher-priced titles having better long-term sales. Multiplayer and co-op games are experiencing promising sales trajectories. The GameDiscover Show has returned, discussing trends in game discovery and insights from GDCo’s AI survey.
Gardaland unveils "Minecraft Meet the Mobs": the Minecraft world comes | inItaly | Ambasciatori del Territorio
AppWizard
July 21, 2026

Gardaland unveils “Minecraft Meet the Mobs”: the Minecraft world comes | inItaly | Ambasciatori del Territorio

From July 20 to August 28, 2026, Gardaland Resort will host the "Minecraft Meet the Mobs" event, featuring interactive experiences for families and children. Attendees can meet characters like Steve, Creeper, and Chicken Jockey, visit a themed area with merchandise and snacks, and explore a Baby Mobs Trail with six game-inspired environments. Families can participate in group games such as Mob Hunt and Zombie Freeze. The event emphasizes collaborative play and offers collectible rewards. It is advisable to check Gardaland's official channels for details on opening times, ticketing, and accessibility, and booking in advance is recommended. The location is Via Derna, 4, 37014 Castelnuovo del Garda VR, Italia, with coordinates 45.4562903, 10.7133011.
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