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LG's new OLED monitor is gaming's most-wanted panel right now, and it finally has a price
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

LG’s new OLED monitor is gaming’s most-wanted panel right now, and it finally has a price

The LG Ultragear 39GX950B-B is a 39-inch ultrawide gaming monitor with a resolution of 5,120 x 2,160 (4K) and a refresh rate that can switch between 165Hz and 330Hz. It is priced at 9.99 for pre-order. The monitor features a 21:9 aspect ratio and offers exceptional contrast with true black levels, a peak brightness of 500 nits, and vibrant HDR content. The larger 45-inch 45GX950A-B OLED monitor from LG is priced just shy of ,000 and is considered less newsworthy due to its availability and size, which may not fit all gaming setups. For a more budget-friendly option, LG offers the 32GX850A-B, a 32-inch OLED monitor with a 4K resolution and similar refresh rates, priced at 9.99.
OG Persona fans beg Atlus for a remake, Atlus says best I can do is a surprise rebrand and a phone case
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

OG Persona fans beg Atlus for a remake, Atlus says best I can do is a surprise rebrand and a phone case

By 2072, Atlus is expected to release Persona 4 and 5 in 58 different genres, with approximately 86% of video game characters projected to be Chie. Fans of Persona 1 and 2 have been seeking remasters or re-releases for decades but have only seen merchandise like t-shirts and mugs. Kazuhisa Wada from Atlus has shown interest in remaking the original Persona titles, and there is speculation about future announcements related to Persona 1 and 2.
PC Users Can Claim Over $25 Of Free Games, No Subscription Required
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

PC Users Can Claim Over $25 Of Free Games, No Subscription Required

PC gamers can access complimentary titles from the Epic Games Store every Thursday, with no fees or subscriptions required. This week's offerings include "Clone Drone in the Danger Zone," a beat 'em up game released in 2021, typically priced at .99, and "TOMAK: Save the Earth Regeneration," celebrating its 25th anniversary, usually priced at .99. "Clone Drone in the Danger Zone" features various modes, including Story Mode, Endless Mode, and multiplayer options, and has a 96% Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam. "TOMAK" involves nurturing a goddess to prevent Earth's destruction. The next batch of free games will be available on Thursday, April 9, at 11 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. BST.
This week in PC games: gritty GTA 4-coded brawler Samson, Ancient Greek bull defender Minos, and a wobbly violinist battles some stairs
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

This week in PC games: gritty GTA 4-coded brawler Samson, Ancient Greek bull defender Minos, and a wobbly violinist battles some stairs

This week features several new PC game releases and upcoming titles: - Nippets: A hand-drawn exploration game with a demo available. - Road to Vostok: An early access post-apocalyptic survival game set in a border zone between Finland and Russia. - Spark in the Dark: An early access medieval dungeon crawler with AI-enhanced accessibility. Upcoming titles include: - Goon-thumping Adventure: A GTA-like game developed by Liquid Swords, set in an industrial town. - I Eat Paintings When Guards Aren't Looking: A hidden object game about taking bites out of artworks. - Faultline.Exe: A sci-fi thriller focused on hacking a malfunctioning deep space station. Other games highlighted are: - Minos: A roguelike adventure involving labyrinths and Greek adventurers. - Prop Sumo: A party game where players push friends while disguised as objects. - Beneath Cloudvein: An RPG with retro visuals centered on a dwarven mining expedition. - A Planet Full of Cats: A whimsical quest to find cats. Unique gameplay mechanics are showcased in: - Bow and Banister: A game where a violinist navigates stairs. - Pick Three!!!: A strategic game involving choices in battles with spinning discs.
I watched the first TV show ever based on a game and it made me realize: we've really got it good these days
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

I watched the first TV show ever based on a game and it made me realize: we’ve really got it good these days

The animated series Pac-Man, produced by Hanna-Barbera from 1982 to 1983, features characters such as Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man (Pepper), and Pac-Baby living in Pac-Village, which is governed by the Pac-President and protected by Super-Pac. The series includes antagonists like Mezmaron and a group of ghost monsters: Inky, Blinky, Pinky, Clyde, and Sue. Mezmaron seeks to capture Pac-Man for his knowledge of Power Pellets, which grow on Power Pellet Trees in the Power Pellet Forest. The show consists of 44 episodes over two seasons and often concludes with Pac-Man consuming the ghosts, who then return to Mezmaron in new ghost suits. The humor is aimed at children but lacks cleverness, and notable voice actors include Peter Cullen and Alan Lurie. The second season introduced a younger version of Pac-Man named PJ and increasingly bizarre plots.
11 years after launch, Pillars of Eternity's new turn-based mode feels like the way it's meant to be played
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

11 years after launch, Pillars of Eternity’s new turn-based mode feels like the way it’s meant to be played

Pillars of Eternity celebrated its 11th anniversary with a significant update from Obsidian Entertainment, introducing a full turn-based mode alongside the original real-time with pause (RTWP) mechanics. The turn-based option had been in beta on Steam since November before its official release. The update includes extensive patch notes, and players have reported enjoying the new gameplay style, with some preferring it for future playthroughs. Discussions among industry professionals at last year's Game Developers Conference highlighted the evolving nature of combat systems, with optimism for the future of RTWP despite the rising popularity of turn-based mechanics.
Five new Steam games you probably missed (April 7, 2026)
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

Five new Steam games you probably missed (April 7, 2026)

Steam releases around a dozen new games daily. The following are details of some notable upcoming PC games: - Stiff Neck - Release Date: April 3 - Developer: 伤官制作组 Team Uranian - Description: A life simulation game where players control Kazio, a Polish man adjusting to life after losing his job at a coal mine, now working at a convenience store and facing financial challenges. - Wasteland Bites - Release Date: April 4 - Developer: CosmicDev - Description: A game where players operate a food truck in a post-apocalyptic world, cooking while defending against aliens and mutants. - It Has My Face - Release Date: April 4 - Developer: NightByte Games - Description: A roguelike game where players navigate a world filled with doppelgangers, aiming to eliminate their lookalike before being found out, featuring both solo and multiplayer modes. - Grime 2 - Release Date: April 1 - Developer: Clover Bite - Description: A sequel to a combat-focused platformer where players can mold defeated enemies into attacks, featuring a parry-centric combat system and challenging boss battles.
4 NES Exclusive Games Are Being Re-Released Next Week
AppWizard
April 6, 2026

4 NES Exclusive Games Are Being Re-Released Next Week

NihonGame will release the Hiryu no Ken Collection, featuring four classic NES titles, on April 15, exclusively on PC via Steam. The collection includes: - Hiryu no Ken - Hiryu no Ken II: Dragon no Tsubasa - Hiryu no Ken III: Gonin no Ryusenshi - Hiryu no Ken: Special Fighting Wars These titles are straightforward ports without any remastering or enhancements. The Hiryu no Ken series originated in arcades in 1985, and the last entry was released on the Game Boy Color in 2000. The collection will only support Japanese language, which may limit its appeal to players outside Japan.
EA just cut Apex Legends map without warning, but there is a good reason
AppWizard
April 6, 2026

EA just cut Apex Legends map without warning, but there is a good reason

Apex Legends has removed Storm Point from the map rotation due to crashes occurring on certain devices. This decision was made just two weeks after Storm Point's reintroduction. In its place, E-District (daytime) has been added to the rotation. EA stated that they are working on a permanent fix for the crashes and will provide updates as they become available. E-District has been well-received by players for its competitive environments and design.
Veteran indie developer scared to reveal new game in case it gets "slurped up by AI"
AppWizard
April 6, 2026

Veteran indie developer scared to reveal new game in case it gets “slurped up by AI”

Lucas Pope is a notable game developer known for creating "Papers, Please" and "The Return of the Obra Dinn." He has since worked on smaller projects, including Mars After Midnight, but has not released anything on Steam recently. During a podcast, Pope expressed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on game development, particularly regarding idea theft and the potential for his work to be copied or imitated. He feels uneasy discussing ongoing projects due to these risks and reflects on the pressure of following up his previous successes. Despite these worries, Pope's reputation allows him to avoid some challenges faced by less-known developers, and his next project is expected to generate significant interest.
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