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16 Feb 2025

Epic Games Store Sees User Growth Amid Revenue Challenges

Epic Games Store reports 295 million PC users and increases in total revenue, despite an 18% drop in third-party game sales. Epic's focus shifts to enhancing mobile apps and PC features.

16 Feb 2025

Extraction Ends Support as Doghowl Plans New Game

Doghowl Games ceases support for its FPS Level Zero Extraction, despite hopes for success. Financial challenges drive the decision, but the studio plans a new multiplayer project with a co-op focus.

16 Feb 2025

Ubisoft Unveils New Assassin’s Creed Set in Feudal Japan

Ubisoft announces Assassin’s Creed Shadows, featuring Yasuke, set in feudal Japan. Launching March 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Offers advanced game features, including uncapped frame rates and ray tracing, aiming to redefine RPG realism.

16 Feb 2025

Diablo 4 Update Enhances Gameplay with Key Bug Fixes

Diablo 4 patch 2.1.2 brings crucial updates, fixing a Necromancer bug and enhancing gameplay. The patch addresses the Ring of Mendeln issue, improves Druid abilities, and adds a new Nightmare Dungeon affix ensuring a Forgotten Altar spawn, enhancing the overall player experience.

16 Feb 2025

Epic Games Store Sees Growth Amidst Shifts in Revenue Dynamics

The Epic Games Store experienced remarkable growth in 2024, boasting 295 million players and $1.1 billion in spending. Despite a decline in third-party sales, Epic introduced new initiatives to support developers.

15 Feb 2025

Windows 11 Preview Brings Updated Features to Insiders

Microsoft releases Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3281 with new features and improvements in OneDrive, Recall, and File Explorer.

15 Feb 2025

PGA Tour 2K25 Offers Discounts Ahead of February Release

Gamers can pre-order PGA Tour 2K25, releasing February 21, to enjoy discounts. This addition to the PGA Tour series features major championships and a custom course creator, offering new experiences for fans of sports games.

15 Feb 2025

Epic Games Expands Free Offers for PC Gamers in 2025

Epic Games continues its free games program on PC and mobile platforms in 2025, offering significant value to gamers through the Epic Games Store.

15 Feb 2025

Elden Ring Rises Amidst Unique Gaming Alternatives

While anticipating Elden Ring's updates, explore compelling PC games. Discover titles like Jazzpunk, Stray, and new spinoff Elden Ring: Nightreign, offering rich gameplay experiences.

15 Feb 2025

Gray Zone Enhances Tactical Gameplay with Key Updates

Gray Zone Warfare introduces features like repairs, disconnect protection, and AI enhancements. Enjoy improved strategic play with Version 0.2.3.0's latest updates, available for testing.

15 Feb 2025

Epic Games Store Reports Impressive Growth and 2025 Plans

Epic Games celebrates a successful year with the Epic Games Store Year in Review 2024, revealing an increase in users and free games promoted. The company outlines 2025 goals including mobile expansion and major game releases.

15 Feb 2025

Talon Tool Enhances Windows 11 by Removing Bloatware

Talon, a software developed by Raven Development, simplifies Windows 11 by removing unwanted bloatware in just two clicks. This tool uninstalls features like Microsoft Edge and OneDrive, streamlining the user experience.

15 Feb 2025

Stellaris 4.0 Update Aims to Improve Performance Issues

Paradox's Stellaris 4.0 update revolutionizes populations, workforce, and game mechanics, targeting performance issues in the 4X space game.

15 Feb 2025

Avowed Achieves Sales Milestone, Leads US Steam Charts

Obsidian's RPG, Avowed, hits number-one on US Steam sales charts, even before official release. This milestone highlights the title's pre-launch success and Obsidian's reputation for quality games.

15 Feb 2025

Epic Games Sees Growth in PC Player Base and Game Catalog

Epic Games Store expands to 295 million PC players, adds 1,100 new games. The Free Games Program enhances value. Daily active users hit 37.2 million amid shifts in monthly user metrics.

15 Feb 2025

Elden Ring Network Test Faces Challenges Amid Server Issues

The Elden Ring network test faced server issues, limiting player access. FromSoftware plans further tests to address the issues and improve the player experience.

15 Feb 2025

Remastered Classics: Warfare Series Returns to Steam

Warfare 1917 and 1944, inspired by Command and Conquer, are remastered for the Warfare Legacy Collection on Steam, bringing updated visuals and modern controls.

15 Feb 2025

Consider Affordable One-Time Payment for Office 2024

As Valentine's Day approaches, evaluate affordable Office 2024 apps. Consider a one-time payment and enjoy features similar to Microsoft 365 without recurring fees.

15 Feb 2025

Slay the Spire 2 Introduces Innovative Gameplay Enhancements

Slay the Spire 2 by Mega Crit revamps the deckbuilder genre with a new enchantments system, enriching the roguelike PC game experience by adding impactful player choices.

15 Feb 2025

Metal Gear Solid Delta Remake Presents High System Demands

The Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater remake requires intense system specifications due to its development on Unreal Engine 5. Following its latest trailer release, gamers must prepare for high storage, RAM, and graphical demands to experience this classic in its modern form.

15 Feb 2025

Hyper Light Breaker Navigates Early Access Challenges

Despite mixed reviews, Heart Machine's Hyper Light Breaker team refines the game using player feedback, aiming to create a fair yet challenging experience.

15 Feb 2025

Astraeos Expands Ark: Survival Ascended with Greek Mythology

Studio Wildcard unveils Astraeos DLC for Ark: Survival Ascended, introducing a Greek mythology-inspired landscape created by Nekatus. Priced at $14.99, it features mythical creatures and expansive terrain, sparking mixed reviews over performance and cost.

15 Feb 2025

Nightreign Beta Faces Server Issues Amid Elden Ring Hype

Nightreign beta for Elden Ring encounters server issues, causing disconnects and login failures. Despite challenges, FromSoftware strives to resolve it before February 17.

15 Feb 2025

Civilization 7 Faces Player Challenges on Steam

Civilization 7 witnesses fewer players on Steam compared to its predecessor Civilization 6, amidst mixed reviews of its new game mechanics and user interface. Firaxis endeavors to enhance engagement through patches and updates.

15 Feb 2025

Avowed Launches in Early Access on Steam Before Official Release

Fantasy role-playing game Avowed, set in the Pillars of Eternity universe, is now available in early access on Steam for Premium Edition holders, five days ahead of its official release. Despite lacking strong anti-piracy protection, it has already been leaked online.