PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 7:48 AM Monster Hunter Wilds is about to get even bigger. Capcom's latest entry in the ARPG series launched to immediate success, peaking at 1.3 million concurrents on Steam and reaching eight million copies sold, making it the fastest selling title in the company's history. Since then, we've had title update 1, which brought back Mizutsune, introduced the Grand Hub, and an array of new activities and items to keep us busy. Now, with update 1.011 and the Street Fighter 6 collaboration around the corner, MH Wilds director Yuya Tokuda pens a new community letter detailing title update 2 and beyond. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Monster Hunter Wilds armor, Monster Hunter Wilds weapons, Monster Hunter Wilds review |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 7:00 AM Looking for a Genshin Impact tier list? There are currently 99 Genshin Impact characters available, providing you with a wide variety of candidates to construct your dream team. But with so many weapons, elementals, talents, ascension bonuses, and constellation upgrades, finding your favorites can be challenging. Don't let the placement of the characters on our Genshin Impact tier list deter you from pulling on the next character banner. Being on a lower tier in the free PC game means that there are better alternatives, or the character needs a very specific build or team to shine. We've spent hundreds of hours trying different variations of teams in Spiral Abyss to establish who the best characters are in Genshin Impact. Continue reading Genshin Impact tier list - the best characters in 5.6 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Genshin Impact codes, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:53 AM Originally released in September 2023, there have been plenty of occasions during the last 18 months when it looked like Payday 3 was finished for good. Steep declines in the Steam player count, some middling user reviews, and a couple of misfire updates have all suggested a premature end for Starbreeze's struggling FPS sequel. But Payday 3 fights on. The new update and Party Powder DLC have sent the game's player numbers sharply upward. There's a new heist, a new weapon, and a total transformation of the controversial armor system. GTA 6 might be on the way and realistic shooters like Escape From Tarkov and Delta Force may rule PC right now, but perhaps Payday 3 still has a chance. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best co-op games on PC, The best crime games on PC, The best FPS games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:53 AM What are the best anime games for PC? As varied as the Japanese film, television, and manga that inspired them, anime art styles are everywhere in games. Whether you fancy being trapped in a school with a sadistic remote-controlled bear, defending yourself from gargantuan humanoid monsters, or joining a book club with a dark side, we've got plenty of anime games to choose from in 2025. We've got everything from the biggest anime games based on Japan's hottest export shows to the finest JRPG games and MMOs influenced by its signature style. Persona, Dragon Ball, and Naruto are all present and accounted for, plus there are a few other gems you may not have heard of before. If you're an anime fan, consider these entries some of the best PC games available on the platform. Let's go. Continue reading The best anime games on PC 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMOs, FF14 Dawntrail review, FF14 Island Sanctuary guide |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:26 AM When is the Skate 4 release date? While we've seen plenty of early footage of Skate 4 already, EA's upcoming Skate revival is a rare case of a triple-A studio showing off very early in-development footage of a game. Though we've seen plenty of Skate 4, we can also clearly see it's not ready yet. It's already been over a decade since the last Skate game, so we can hold on a little longer. The first Skate was among the most innovative skateboard games, from its analog control scheme and semi-open-world game structure to its more realistic, less edgy representation of the skating scene. The development team behind Skate 3 was disbanded after a bombardment in EA message boards with questions about the series and its potential return ever since. Now, the team is very open about the development process for Skate 4, so here's what we know so far. Continue reading Skate 4 release date estimate, gameplay, and all the latest news MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Skateboard games, Skate 4 release date speculation, Best sports games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:16 AM What are the best PC games? From triple-A household names like GTA 5 to enchanting indie releases such as Rocket League, these classics are the biggest games across Steam, Epic Games Store, and more. Finding the top PC games is no easy task. There are, you may have noticed, quite a lot of them. From the 50,000-plus Steam games to… all those other platforms you love so much, there has never been more choice available to the discerning PC gamer. From the best RPG games to the most mind-blowing FPS games, here are the top PC games of all time, according to us. There are even some free PC games thrown in there, too. Continue reading The 25 best PC games of all time MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Elden Ring builds, Elden Ring bosses, Elden Ring weapons |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:10 AM Ubisoft's commitment to Assassin's Creed Shadows is nothing short of astounding. After delaying the game to make sure it was properly polished, the team set out a post-launch roadmap crammed with free updates that'd make a live-service game blush. Now that AC Shadows is here, then, these patches have been steadily improving and expanding the stealth RPG to the point that it may very well be the best game in the series. The latest Shadows update is a big one, too, with new quests, Balatro and Dead by Daylight crossovers, and some welcome changes to the parkour system. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Shadows review, Assassin's Creed Shadow weapons, Assassin's Creed Shadows skills |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:08 AM What are the best Minecraft servers? We've jumped into some of the many multiplayer servers around to find the best, friendliest, and most fun of them all. Joining any one of the varied Minecraft servers in this list will invite you into a magical world full of like-minded fans, builders, redstone masters, and survival experts. Minecraft worlds are infinite, so what better than sharing one with others? While vanilla, single-player Minecraft is still one of the best games ever, there's nothing better than jumping into a world with friends and creating a world together. The servers below aren't just for builders, though, and there's something for you whether you want Minecraft mods, parkour, PVP, or something completely different. So, dive into the expansive world of multiplayer with these incredible Minecraft servers, or head to the bottom of the list if you need to know about hosting your own Minecraft server. Continue reading The best Minecraft servers list 2025 - Java and Bedrock MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:41 AM What are the Infinity Nikki banners? There are a ton of outfits to find, earn, and buy in Miraland, but truly unique outfit pieces can only be found in banners. Aside from their striking looks, banner-exclusive pieces can help you achieve a perfect score in styling challenges. So, if you're overdue for a wardrobe refresh, let us walk you through the banner system. Infinity Nikki takes its cue from acclaimed gacha games like Genshin Impact by offering limited-time banners, otherwise known as resonances, that feature exclusive outfits. Not only do we have a full list of the RPG game's latest banners, but we've also included banner odds and how resonances work for new stylists. Remember to redeem the latest Infinity Nikki codes for more banner currency to complete your favorite outfits. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Infinity Nikki codes, Infinity Nikki banners, Infinity Nikki review |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:59 AM When an Acer gaming monitor deal as good as this one pops up, it's time to consider an upgrade. This 27-inch Acer Nitro XV272U display is on sale right now at Amazon for just $229.99, down from $299.99, netting you a huge $70 saving on its usual price, and getting you a 240Hz 1440p display for a bargain price. There are plenty of monitors out there with brand names you've never heard of, but thankfully, Acer is a brand with some pedigree for gamers. Acer Nitro displays often come with specs to rival the best gaming monitor designs on the market, with this particular monitor offering great performance for a very decent price in this deal. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Acer Nitro V 15 review, Acer Predator Orion 5000 review, Best gaming monitor |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:40 AM Where is Tophat Gudetama in Hello Kitty Island Adventure? Once you've befriended Pochacco in Hello Kitty Island Adventure, he lets you know that fan-favorite Sanrio character Gudetama can be found dotted around the island as small figurines. While many of these can be found posed in different situations, some very special Gudetamas are key to the Laziest Egg weekly quest. Once you have triggered the Laziest Egg quest with Pochacco in Hello Kitty Island Adventure, the weekly quest appears in your log automatically to find Gudetama wearing a top hat. Only one of these Gudetamas spawns each week, and, luckily, its location is on a simple rotation, and we've got them all right here. Take a look below to find the Tophat Gudetama location this week, or browse where it might appear in the relaxing game in the future. Continue reading Hello Kitty Island Adventure Tophat Gudetama location MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best relaxing games, Games like Animal Crossing, Best life games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:28 AM What are the best Minecraft mods in 2025? Every game of vanilla Minecraft can vary quite dramatically, and the best Minecraft mods go one step further to provide an entirely new experience. Whether you love creative building, terrifying survival, or speed running the story, we've got the mods for you. We've even thrown in interface mods and tools to make things easier, too. All the Minecraft mods below are divided into sections, depending on what you want to do with the sandbox game – from simple utility changes to deep world mods you can get lost in for months. There are new mobs, new biomes, performance-boosting mods, and more, and you can jump to the bottom if you don't know how to install Minecraft mods and want to learn. Continue reading The 64 best Minecraft mods May 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:14 AM I like Cities Skylines 2. I maintain that its road-building tools and its foundational systems provide, for the most part, the backbone for an extremely promising sequel. But even with all the optimism in the world, after a difficult launch, it now feels like Cities Skylines 2 is starting to drift off the path to redemption. The Bridges and Ports DLC has just been delayed. Colossal Order explains that, after internal testing, while some components of the expansion were ready to go, other new features were not up to standard. A small, free update is still on the way soon, but with rivals like Transport Fever 3 and Anno 117 on the way, it feels like time is ticking down for CS2's comeback. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Cities Skylines 2 review, Cities Skylines 2 roads, Cities Skylines 2 maps |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:15 AM What is the best graphics card? Finding a new gaming GPU can mean wading through a swamp of often baffling numbers in specs lists, as well as weighing up the pros and cons of the different feature sets from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. Fear not, though, as we've done all the testing and comparisons for you so that our best graphics card guide will steer you towards the right card for your needs without the jargon. If you just want the best, the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 is the one. Yes, it costs at least $2,000 but it is by far the fastest GPU of all and has access to Nvidia's latest DLSS 4 multi-frame gen tech, which you can learn more about in the how to choose a graphics card section of this guide. If, like most of us, cost is actually a consideration for you, though, the new AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is the card to go for, as it offers fantastic performance for its $599 MSRP. Read on to find plenty of other options to suit other budgets, and also check out this guide's FAQ section that answers all your graphics card questions. Continue reading Best graphics card 2025 - top gaming GPUs MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Ryzen 7 9800X3D review, Best gaming CPU, Radeon RX 9070 XT review |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:01 AM The F1 25 system requirements cover a wide range of hardware, from older budget GeForce GTX systems to the latest ray tracing GPUs. Whether you plan to enjoy the game with a standard controller or in VR, we have all the details of specs your gaming PC will need to meet in order to play the game. You won't need to spend a lot of money on the best graphics card to run EA Sports F1 25 at decent settings, and you can get away with a quad-core AMD CPU as well at the bottom end. However, if you're hoping to play via virtual reality, one of the best VR headsets is a must. Continue reading F1 25 system requirements MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:56 AM What are the upcoming Game Pass games? New titles constantly appear on the platform, and as more developers jump on board with Microsoft's subscription service, it can be easy to lose track of the best of the bunch. Our complete list of games coming to Game Pass charts new releases in 2025, so you can play your most anticipated games on day one without spending a cent more than your subscription fee. Game Pass presents an excellent opportunity to take the best PC games for a spin without worrying about triple-A price tags. Equally, you can take a chance on the most experimental and unorthodox indie games that might otherwise go overlooked on other platforms. Whether you're a fan of fast-paced FPS games, spine-chilling horror games, or immersive RPGs, the best way to keep up to date with all the games coming to Game Pass in 2025 and beyond is right here on PCGamesN. Continue reading Upcoming Game Pass games MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Hellblade 2 review, Hellblade 2 lore stone locations, Hellblade 2 face locations |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:33 AM May 27, 2025: We checked for new Strinova codes What are the new Strinova codes? While there are plenty of amazing agents and their weapons to test out, sometimes you just need a few freebies to get an edge on the competition. iDreamSky gives you the chance to redeem limited-time Strinova codes for free rewards. These goodies could be anything from EXP boosters, dream tokens, and emotes to skins or crystal boxes. If you're looking for Strinova redeem codes in the anime game, we have you covered. We've included all the latest promo codes below, along with some helpful instructions on how to redeem them. These freebies can help you build the best characters on our Strinova tier list, so don't forget to check back regularly. Continue reading Strinova codes May 2025 and how to redeem MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Best anime games, Best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:04 AM May 27, 2025: We added 15 new Infinity Nikki codes and checked for any expired codes. What are the new Infinity Nikki codes? The fifth installment of Infold Games' dress-up series marks its debut on PC and consoles, and there are a ton of freebies available to claim. These limited-time redeem codes are a staple of gacha games, offering you the chance to collect premium rewards at no cost to your bank balance. Infinity Nikki lets you redeem codes for free items like Revelation Crystals, Threads of Purity, and Bling, all to unlock and upgrade outfits to traverse the open-world game. Here are all the new codes following the Infinity Nikki release date, including livestream codes and how to redeem them. Continue reading Infinity Nikki codes May 2025 and how to redeem MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Infinity Nikki codes, Infinity Nikki banners, Infinity Nikki review |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:09 AM What is the best curved gaming monitor? When you want total immersion in a computer game, it's hard to stress just how much curves matter. We've picked a selection of sweeping screens that reside rightfully in the sweet spot for every type of gamer, whether you're after a big-screen experience or a budget panel. Our top choice overall for a huge curved gaming monitor is the Samsung Odyssey G9 G95SC. This massive 49-inch OLED panel is stunning and surprisingly good value. If you'd rather not go with OLED, though, the AOC Agon AG493UCX2 is a great choice, and if you're on a budget, pick up the AOC C27G2Z. See below for even more options and to read the how to choose and FAQ sections of this guide, which will teach you what to look out for when buying your next curved gaming monitor. Continue reading Best curved gaming monitor 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Tuesday, May 27, 2025 7:11 AM Which games are coming out in 2025? If you're anything like us, your time is already stretched trying to play all the great games out right now, and the year isn't slowing down any time soon. Hope and anticipation, agony and elation - the endless cycle of emotions we go through during the annual PC release schedule. Year in and year out, videogames are produced in such varying degrees of quality that not a single one of them is destined for certain success. Some of the best PC games of all time release alongside utter disasters, series are born while others dwindle, and occasionally a game lives up to our expectations. Below, you'll find all the upcoming PC games to keep on your radar, and it's wildly varied. There are racing games, story games, city builders, and more, plus all of their expected release dates. Continue reading Upcoming PC games 2025 and beyond MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GTA 6 release date, GTA 6 map, GTA 6 soundtrack |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:07 AM  Last week's Warhammer Skulls brought announcements for a new Mechanicus 2 ally faction, a strategy remaster in the form of the first Dawn Of War and all expansions, and a free Boltgun typing game in which you tap out phrases like 'emperor' and 'thin your paints' to chainsword cultists. Nestled away in the recesses of that skull, like a coiled snake on a tattoo with the name of someone's pug on it, was a teaser for the next Total War: Warhammer 3 DLC. Here's that teaser. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:46 AM  The dirt-speckled WRC racing games that were dumped by Electronic Arts a few weeks ago have already found a new partner in Nacon. The French publishers are promising a "complete reboot" of the rally game series, and have exclusive rights on the grubby wheelspinners until at least 2032. This isn't the first time the publisher have had stewardship of the WRC either, so it all kinda makes sense. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:30 AM  I woke up at 6 AM and wrote an entire news article yesterday before realising it was a bank holiday, only noticing when I entered the treehouse to find nothing but a solitary squirrel gnawing on a discarded Snickers. Today, that squirrel is dead, and it is time to work again. Here's a hissing tide of PC games slithering their way out of non-existence this week. |
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Destructoid Tuesday, May 27, 2025 5:19 AM
I know. I know. It is a weird topic to have, but we need to have an honest debate about the Nintendo Switch 2 and, more so, how we think it'll perform.
Despite original fanfare during the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, since then, there has been a lot of discourse around the console for varied reasons. Where its the debate on $80 games being the new norm, the controversial game key cards that are physical games but not physical games, or the rumors circulating that Nintendo can brick your console anytime it wants, there's a lot of negative press around what should have been an exciting time for new hardware.
I also must admit that my title was a bit over the top for this one. But onto the main topic at hand, do you expect the Nintendo Switch 2 to do well, flop, or even surpass Switch 1 lifetime sales? It's an interesting topic, as while I did use flop, I don't expect it to go down the route of Wii U. I think Switch 2 will do well regardless if initial pre-orders are anything to go by, and Nintendo already has a strong lineup of games. But perhaps it won't do as well as we, and Nintendo, expect it to?
For me. I think the Switch 2 will do ok. I don't think it'll reach the level of hype that Switch 1 did and sell less than its former console, even with the Switch 2 having backwards compatibility. I think a lot of fans will be put off by the price tag or will wait until an OLED-like model comes out later down the line and then make the plunge into the new system, but I think Switch 2 will need to do something amazing to overtake the Switch 1 numbers.
But enough of me waffling on and speaking all this nonsense, how do you expect the Nintendo Switch 2 to perform in its first year and beyond? Let me know in the comments below, as this debate is rattling my brain.
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Destructoid Tuesday, May 27, 2025 4:40 AM
As a major Banjo-Kazooie fan, I can't believe it took me nearly a whole month to learn of the existence of this modded fangame based around the bear and bird. By all accounts, it might as well be a spiritual new Banjo-Kazooie game dripping with nostalgia goodness.
Banjo-Kazooie Nostalgia 64 is a modded version of Banjo-Kazooie that has you play as Banjo and Kazooie throughout classic worlds with a twist. These worlds are all based on other Nintendo 64 properties, from Super Mario 64 to Pokémon Stadium and beyond, with 1,000 notes to find, Jiggies to discover, and a wealth of gameplay you can only dream of.
The fangame has been in development since 2024 and uses mostly assets of older Nintendo 64 games, with some extra features. I don't want to delve more into the game and reveal too much for those other classic retro lovers out there, but it's one of those games that needs to be viewed and experienced with little context.
Since discovering it, I have been watching online playthroughs of the fangame and enjoying everything from the classic gameplay to seeing what worlds crop up next as players wade through all the easter eggs. It's a well-made fangame and has a classic Rare charm that has been missing for some time now.
I'm sure a lot of retro fans like you watching will get a kick out of seeing streams or gameplay of it yourselves, so here is something I advise you to do. Get a notepad and write down all the neat easter eggs and references you see and come across while playing, and let me know anything you might have caught in the comments below. I want to know if I missed anything myself!
I only hope the constant Banjo love we are getting will finally make Xbox and Rare finally release a brand new game in the series sometime soon... please? If not, at least give us a remake. Come on! I'm begging you.
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