Physics Puzzle Of The Week: Why Won't This Contraption Turn?Physics Puzzle Of The Week: Why Won't This Contraption Turn?If it did work, it would break a few important laws of the universe.Why. Won't. You. Turn??Image credit: (C) IFLScience A while back, the Internet was puzzled by a physics problem involving a set of scales, an iron ball, and a ping pong ball of equal size. Now that that...

FBC Firebreak marks quite the departure for Remedy Entertainment. The studio is renowned for its story-driven single player experiences, including the likes of Alan Wake, Control, and Max Payne. Firebreak, on the other hand, is a co-op FPS in the vein of Left 4 Dead and Helldivers 2. Its set in the Control universe, sure, but its about as far from Jesse Faden's adventure you could get. Now that Firebreak is here, however, it hasnt been going down well on Steam. Continue reading Remedy's co-op shooter FBC Firebreak isn't going down well on SteamMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best co-op games, Best FPS games, Best Game Pass games

When you imagine what kind of game a new studio formed by former members of the teams behind Bioshock and Borderlands might make, you probably envision a science fiction FPS in the vein of The Outer Worlds 2 or Atomic Heart 2. Surprisingly, though, the debut from Stray Kite Studios, a company that includes veterans of the above games, is something else entirely: a roguelike fantasy tactics RPG that draws as much from Diablo 4 as it does Baldur's Gate 3 and XCOM 2. Now, you can see exactly what that game, Wartorn, plays like for yourself, as it's just launched in Early Access on Steam. Continue reading Wartorn is a gorgeous, dark fantasy RPG from ex Bioshock devs, and it's out nowMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best story games, Best roguelikes

How do Dune Awakening sietches work? Weve been trying to play Dune Awakening with friends, and its been a rough ride. With only 40 concurrent players per sietch (server), the servers are constantly locked down, stopping new players from joining their friends. However, weve discovered an easy way to play with friends, even if you cant create a character on their server.Dune Awakening is one of 2025s best survival games and one of the most played games on Steam, resulting in the servers filling up fast. When you start the game, youre met with a list of worlds, within which are over 20 sietches. Were going to break down what this means, why you can visit some sietches, and explain how you play with friends on other servers. Continue reading Dune Awakening sietches, worlds, and visiting explainedMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games, Best MMOs, Dune Awakening release date

Looking for some Rematch tips and tricks? The soccer game from SloClap is tricky, with many of its mechanics feeling pretty clunky at times. While you'll be tempted to dribble the ball from one goal to another, doing a rainbow flick or two along the way, there are better ways to score goals and start winning more matches.Since the sports game is team-based, you'll regularly be frustrated by selfish teammates in Rematch. By following our tips, though, you'll soon be smashing every team you come up against, putting you in the perfect spot for when you unlock ranked mode or when Rematch crossplay is finally added to the game. Continue reading Rematch tips and tricks - how to win matchesMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best sports games, Best soccer games, Best multiplayer games

Sure, GTA 5 and GTA Online have been with us for years now, with dozens of big updates adding new features and content to the Los Santos sandbox. However, there are still some highly-requested things that Rockstar hasnt got around to implementing. One such feature is mansions - while lavish penthouse apartments are all well and good, players have long wanted massive, decadent homes to symbolize the millions (or sometimes billions) of dollars theyve accrued over the years. Well, todays latest major update to GTA Online may be teasing the addition of mansions, hopefully just in the nick of time before GTA 6 arrives. Continue reading GTA Online update hints that at a long-requested feature may arrive before GTA 6MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GTA 5 RP servers, GTA 6 release date estimate, GTA 5 cheats

Eager for another stylish, turn-based RPG to fill the gap after Clair Obscur Expedition 33? Weve got just the answer, as a Wander Stars beta is arriving soon, and weve got a wealth of Steam keys to give away. Boasting an immediately eye-catching look inspired by classic 90s anime spectacle including Dragon Ball Z, Cowboy Bebop, Sailor Moon, and One Piece, this special trial version of Wander Stars will let you explore the first three episodes, giving you ample chance to see if you want to keep going. Continue reading Grab a free Steam key for turn-based RPG Wander Stars' new betaMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best anime games, Best turn-based RPGs, Best JRPGs

Does FBC Firebreak have a solo mode? The Oldest House is under siege, and its up to the Federal Bureau of Controls first response team to defend it against the Hiss invasion. Theres always safety in numbers, but what if you want to go it alone?FBC Firebreak was designed to be a multiplayer game, and we highly recommend playing with pals if you want to make the most of it. However, we understand there comes a time when your co-op partners arent around to hop into a match. Weve got everything you need to know about the FBC Firebreak single-player mode, including whether solo play exists and how to access it Continue reading Can you play FBC Firebreak solo?MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best co-op games, Best FPS games, Best Game Pass games

What is the Chrono Odyssey release date? Chrono Studio's time-tweaking action MMO has been a hot ticket item ever since its reveal, and it's no wonder considering the stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals and dynamic combat system being promised.Since its 2020 unveiling, regular Chrono Odyssey dev snippets have been posted online, offering regular glimpses at what could be one of the year's best MMO games. As the promised launch window edges closer, beta testing for the space-time fantasy epic has been announced. Read on for the latest. Continue reading Chrono Odyssey release date window, beta, and latest newsMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best MMO games, Best open-world games, Upcoming PC games