Apple is increasingly focusing on building its own devices and expanding its ecosystem by taking steps towards a more native experience for users and relying less on third-party accessories. While the Cupertino-based tech giant's HomePod and AppleTV have left quite the mark in the smart home category, it generally relies more on outsourcing cameras and other hardware for smart homes. Now, a new report suggests that the company intends to create a fully integrated experience by developing its own smart home accessories. Gurman hints about Apple working on making smart home products like security cameras for a more integrated experience […]
We’re continuing our Best of Black Friday posts today with a look at the best current deals on power stations and their respective bundle options. Folks across the country and beyond have been steadily investing more and more in the industry for a vari...
Blizzard has announced that two decades after its release, World of Warcraft is finally going to let players build a home and live in it. The feature has long been requested by WoW players and now it’s finally coming in the game’s next expansion.Read m...
Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds will receive the Godspawn update, adding a new 50-player boss battle, a new 10-player raid, and a legendary spear. Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds is getting the first major update "Godspawn" on November 19th, expanding the story with new story chapters The MMORPG Guild Wars 2 by ArenaNet is receiving its first major update for the Janthir Wilds expansion soon. It's the first of three major updates, and it'll land on November 19. The update will add new content to the game for the players. The Janthir Wilds expansion DLC was released in August this year, […]
2023 has seen my gaming life jump off of a cliff. Due to a promotion at the day job, I'm an elected councillor, and I have two gorgeous cats, which means I have a lot on - not to mention other family commitments, illnesses, and general "why is life?!" moments. That doesn't stop me from playing games; it just means I have to be selective, and something needs to make me want to play it. Yes, that is precisely why I reviewed Arrow a Row. You're here for Wccftech's Best Strategy and Simulation Games of 2023, so let's get started. […]
Not too long ago, many publishers went all-in on multiplayer games (also called live service games in most cases), believing it would be the future of gaming. While single player is thankfully going nowhere, the pull of multiplayer gaming remains undeniably strong, even at a time when the success of a new live service title is far from guaranteed. Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: Shooter, Fighting, RPG, Action, Indie, Adventure, Horror, Sports & Racing, Platform, Expansion/DLC Diablo IV (8.5) While not an MMO (unlike Diablo Immortal), Diablo IV was designed from the get-go as a shared world experience where adventurers would […]
In this day and age, gamers are pretty much accustomed to expansions and DLCs being the norm. A successful game rarely passes on the opportunity to release additional post-launch content, be it premium (as a way of getting more revenue out of customers) or free (simply to say thanks to all the fans who bought the base game). 2023 was particularly fruitful in this regard, delivering several noteworthy DLCs and expansions, so we thought there was enough to warrant a separate end-of-year category. Without further ado, here's our selection of the best five pieces of additional content released in the […]
Platform games have had a standout year. 2023 has been one of the best years for the genre since perhaps 2018 and its catalog of La Mulana 2, among others. As usual, Nintendo’s seal of quality shines through with their representation, but there’s a fair bit to jump and collect regardless of your console (or PC) preference. Metroidvanias took a backseat this year to traditional platformers. While sidescrollers still reign supreme in the genre, Ghostrunner 2 was a pleasant surprise that took that parkour action I loved from the original Mirror’s Edge and cranked it up to a whole new […]
2023 wasn’t necessarily a banner year for either sports of racing games. The various annualized sports franchises largely kept things safe and predictable, although MLB The Show 23 did some interesting things with its new Storylines mode. On the racing front, the new Forza Motorsport was the headliner, although Ubisoft delivered a surprise in the easy-to-get-into new open-world racer The Crew Motorsport. Rev up your engines for Wccftech’s Best Sports and Racing Games of 2023… Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: Shooter, Fighting, and RPG, Action, Indie, Adventure, and Horror Football Manager 2024 The Football Manager series may not seem like it […]
Going into 2023, it seemed like the year was poised to be a landmark one for the horror genre, and it mostly delivered the goods. Some games expected for 2023, like the Silent Hill revival, didn’t materialize, but we still got rock-solid remakes of games like Dead Space and Resident Evil 4 and some terrifying new nightmares like Alan Wake 2. So, summon up your courage for Wccftech’s Best Horror Games of 2023… Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: Shooter, Fighting, and RPG, Action, Indie, and Adventure Dead Space (8) After years of neglect from parent company EA, the Dead […]
Pure adventure games are a peculiar genre. Some of the most popular games nowadays belong to the action/adventure genre, but for the purposes of our year-end lists, we prefer to split this category into action and adventure. Because of this choice, this list is filled with titles with little to no combat, emphasizing exploration, puzzles, and overall mystery-solving instead. They also tend to be made by smaller studios that bet more on innovative features and ideas rather than bombastic visuals or high production values. 2023 wasn't quite a banner year for adventure games, as no new release received universal acclaim. […]
With AAA titles becoming safer and safer, it is indie games that bring the innovation the video game industry as a whole needs. Much like the past few years, 2023 has seen the release of some excellent titles that twist defined genres into something unique, blending their excellent mechanics with visuals that may not be cutting-edge but are still pleasant enough to the eye. Here are the best indie games released in 2023, in no particular order. With their extremely diverse experiences, it is really impossible to put one above the others. Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: […]
On paper, 2023 perhaps wasn’t a landmark year for action games, at least of a more traditional hardcore variety. That said, if you really look at this past year’s release calendar, you’ll find a diverse array of action games both big and small, including the much-anticipated The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, big-budget superhero sequel Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and scrappy underdogs like Hi-Fi Rush. Limber up and get ready to battle through Wccftech’s Best Action Games of 2023! Note: For the purposes of Wccftech’s Best Of lists, any game that requires combat in order to progress is filed […]
Valve has just released an extensive list of "Best of Steam" titles, including those that were most played throughout the year across multiple platforms. The "Best of Steam" is Valve's annual list that highlights the top-earning games. As usual, the games have been divided into four different categories: Platinum (1st-12th), Gold (12th-24th), Silver (25th-50th), and Bronze (51th-100th). The data includes sales from January 1st, 2023 through December 15th, 2023. The 11 top-earning titles on Steam in 2023 were: Counter-Strike 2 Starfield Sons of the Forest Cyberpunk 2077 PUBG: Battlegrounds Hogwarts Legacy Baldur’s Gate 3 Destiny 2 Apex Legends Call of […]
2023 has been a great year for gaming in general, but if there's one genre that marked the past twelve months, it is the roleplaying game genre. Despite many being sequels to established franchises like Baldur's Gate, Diablo, and Final Fantasy, they moved both the genre and the series they belong to forward, showing that there are still many interesting stories to tell in their universes. Picking just five games was as difficult as rolling a natural 20, but ultimately, the choices were made, and the skill check passed. Here are the best roleplaying games released in 2023. Also in […]
2023 certainly won't be remembered primarily for the shooter games released this year. No new installments in the genre's most prized franchises were launched, with the exception of the yearly Call of Duty entry (Modern Warfare III), and even that was far from a fan-favorite. Still, even if gamers are eagerly waiting for the likes of Battlefield, DOOM, and Gears of War, this year provided plenty of enjoyment thanks to several solid shooter games. Also in our end-of-year lists: Wccftech's Best Fighting Games of 2023. Atomic Heart (7.5) After several years of hype, Mundfish finally launched its debut project, the […]
Vampire Survivors draws tons of inspiration from Castlevania, so it is no surprise that the new Ode To Castlevania DLC is fantastic. I’m here to guide you through unlocking each Hero and evolving each weapon, because that’s how you’ll end up accessing ...
I started playing Overwatch in 2019. By the time I was pushing payloads and getting Play of the Game with a well-placed Tactical Visor, a lot of the old hero kits and team compositions that were infamous when the hero shooter launched in 2016 were more...
2023 has seen my gaming life jump off of a cliff. Due to a promotion at the day job, I'm an elected councillor, and I have two gorgeous cats, which means I have a lot on - not to mention other family commitments, illnesses, and general "why is life?!" moments. That doesn't stop me from playing games; it just means I have to be selective, and something needs to make me want to play it. Yes, that is precisely why I reviewed Arrow a Row. You're here for Wccftech's Best Strategy and Simulation Games of 2023, so let's get started. […]
Not too long ago, many publishers went all-in on multiplayer games (also called live service games in most cases), believing it would be the future of gaming. While single player is thankfully going nowhere, the pull of multiplayer gaming remains undeniably strong, even at a time when the success of a new live service title is far from guaranteed. Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: Shooter, Fighting, RPG, Action, Indie, Adventure, Horror, Sports & Racing, Platform, Expansion/DLC Diablo IV (8.5) While not an MMO (unlike Diablo Immortal), Diablo IV was designed from the get-go as a shared world experience where adventurers would […]
In this day and age, gamers are pretty much accustomed to expansions and DLCs being the norm. A successful game rarely passes on the opportunity to release additional post-launch content, be it premium (as a way of getting more revenue out of customers) or free (simply to say thanks to all the fans who bought the base game). 2023 was particularly fruitful in this regard, delivering several noteworthy DLCs and expansions, so we thought there was enough to warrant a separate end-of-year category. Without further ado, here's our selection of the best five pieces of additional content released in the […]
Platform games have had a standout year. 2023 has been one of the best years for the genre since perhaps 2018 and its catalog of La Mulana 2, among others. As usual, Nintendo’s seal of quality shines through with their representation, but there’s a fair bit to jump and collect regardless of your console (or PC) preference. Metroidvanias took a backseat this year to traditional platformers. While sidescrollers still reign supreme in the genre, Ghostrunner 2 was a pleasant surprise that took that parkour action I loved from the original Mirror’s Edge and cranked it up to a whole new […]
2023 wasn’t necessarily a banner year for either sports of racing games. The various annualized sports franchises largely kept things safe and predictable, although MLB The Show 23 did some interesting things with its new Storylines mode. On the racing front, the new Forza Motorsport was the headliner, although Ubisoft delivered a surprise in the easy-to-get-into new open-world racer The Crew Motorsport. Rev up your engines for Wccftech’s Best Sports and Racing Games of 2023… Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: Shooter, Fighting, and RPG, Action, Indie, Adventure, and Horror Football Manager 2024 The Football Manager series may not seem like it […]
Going into 2023, it seemed like the year was poised to be a landmark one for the horror genre, and it mostly delivered the goods. Some games expected for 2023, like the Silent Hill revival, didn’t materialize, but we still got rock-solid remakes of games like Dead Space and Resident Evil 4 and some terrifying new nightmares like Alan Wake 2. So, summon up your courage for Wccftech’s Best Horror Games of 2023… Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: Shooter, Fighting, and RPG, Action, Indie, and Adventure Dead Space (8) After years of neglect from parent company EA, the Dead […]
Pure adventure games are a peculiar genre. Some of the most popular games nowadays belong to the action/adventure genre, but for the purposes of our year-end lists, we prefer to split this category into action and adventure. Because of this choice, this list is filled with titles with little to no combat, emphasizing exploration, puzzles, and overall mystery-solving instead. They also tend to be made by smaller studios that bet more on innovative features and ideas rather than bombastic visuals or high production values. 2023 wasn't quite a banner year for adventure games, as no new release received universal acclaim. […]
With AAA titles becoming safer and safer, it is indie games that bring the innovation the video game industry as a whole needs. Much like the past few years, 2023 has seen the release of some excellent titles that twist defined genres into something unique, blending their excellent mechanics with visuals that may not be cutting-edge but are still pleasant enough to the eye. Here are the best indie games released in 2023, in no particular order. With their extremely diverse experiences, it is really impossible to put one above the others. Also in Wccftech's Best Games of 2023 lists: […]
On paper, 2023 perhaps wasn’t a landmark year for action games, at least of a more traditional hardcore variety. That said, if you really look at this past year’s release calendar, you’ll find a diverse array of action games both big and small, including the much-anticipated The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, big-budget superhero sequel Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and scrappy underdogs like Hi-Fi Rush. Limber up and get ready to battle through Wccftech’s Best Action Games of 2023! Note: For the purposes of Wccftech’s Best Of lists, any game that requires combat in order to progress is filed […]
Valve has just released an extensive list of "Best of Steam" titles, including those that were most played throughout the year across multiple platforms. The "Best of Steam" is Valve's annual list that highlights the top-earning games. As usual, the games have been divided into four different categories: Platinum (1st-12th), Gold (12th-24th), Silver (25th-50th), and Bronze (51th-100th). The data includes sales from January 1st, 2023 through December 15th, 2023. The 11 top-earning titles on Steam in 2023 were: Counter-Strike 2 Starfield Sons of the Forest Cyberpunk 2077 PUBG: Battlegrounds Hogwarts Legacy Baldur’s Gate 3 Destiny 2 Apex Legends Call of […]
2023 has been a great year for gaming in general, but if there's one genre that marked the past twelve months, it is the roleplaying game genre. Despite many being sequels to established franchises like Baldur's Gate, Diablo, and Final Fantasy, they moved both the genre and the series they belong to forward, showing that there are still many interesting stories to tell in their universes. Picking just five games was as difficult as rolling a natural 20, but ultimately, the choices were made, and the skill check passed. Here are the best roleplaying games released in 2023. Also in […]
2023 certainly won't be remembered primarily for the shooter games released this year. No new installments in the genre's most prized franchises were launched, with the exception of the yearly Call of Duty entry (Modern Warfare III), and even that was far from a fan-favorite. Still, even if gamers are eagerly waiting for the likes of Battlefield, DOOM, and Gears of War, this year provided plenty of enjoyment thanks to several solid shooter games. Also in our end-of-year lists: Wccftech's Best Fighting Games of 2023. Atomic Heart (7.5) After several years of hype, Mundfish finally launched its debut project, the […]