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AppWizard

August 7, 2025

I cannot believe one of the best indie games of all time just got new DLC 17 years later

The indie game studio The Behemoth announced new downloadable content (DLC) for Castle Crashers, originally released in August 2008. The Painter Boss Paradise DLC, launched in June 2024, includes access to the Steam Workshop with approximately 8,000 new files uploaded in the last 24 hours. Trending character mods include ISAAC CLARKE from Dead Space, DOOM FELLA, and a Bottle of Ranch.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Warner Bros. Discovery built its Q2 on A Minecraft Movie

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) reported a revenue of .8 billion for Q2, stable compared to .7 billion last year. The Minecraft Movie contributed to a 38% increase in theatrical revenue, leading to a 54% rise in the studios segment revenue to .8 billion. WBD added 3.4 million global subscribers, totaling 125.7 million, with streaming revenue increasing by 8% to .8 billion. However, revenue from global networks declined by 9% to .8 billion, with a 13% drop in advertising revenue due to a 23% decrease in domestic audience numbers. WBD plans to separate its networks business from streaming and studios operations. The company aims for 12 to 14 theatrical releases annually and is focusing on expanding the DC franchise across various media. CEO David Zaslav noted progress in returning studios to leadership, scaling HBO Max globally, and optimizing global linear networks.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Bellevue to screen The Minecraft Movie at riverfront park

Bellevue is hosting a movie night at Bellevue Beach Park on Thursday, featuring a screening of The Minecraft Movie at 8:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary popcorn provided by the Bellevue Police Department while supplies last. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. This marks the return of outdoor movies in Bellevue after over a decade.

BetaBeacon

August 7, 2025

The AYANEO Pocket S2 is the most powerful Android handheld I’ve ever tested, but is it the best?

The AYANEO Pocket S2 has a sleek and slender design with stacked triggers, high-end TMR electromagnetic sticks, and a headphone jack. It features a Snapdragon G3 Gen 3 chipset that outperforms other popular handhelds in terms of CPU and GPU performance. The device also excels in sustained performance and temperature control. It is highly recommended for gaming, including emulation of retro and modern games. The Pro model comes with a larger battery and a swappable D-pad. However, the premium price tag may make it difficult to recommend, especially with the release of other compelling alternatives by AYANEO.

BetaBeacon

August 7, 2025

Best Mobile Games to Play This August 2025 on iOS & Android

- Must-Play Mobile Titles in August for Both iOS and Android - Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley – August 6 (already out) - TABS Pocket Edition – August 7 - Growbot Mobile – August 7 - Ninja Party – August 12 - Gran Velocita – August 15 - Enter the Gungeon / Exit the Gungeon – August 15 - Chants of Sennaar – August 26 - Destiny: Rising – August 28 - Kaiju No. 8 The Game – August 31 - August 2025 is shaping up to be one of the strongest months in mobile gaming history.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country PC Specs Won’t Make You Want To Sleep With The Fishes

Mafia: The Old Country is set to launch on August 8. The minimum PC requirements include an AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core I7-9700K CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or Nvidia RTX 2070 GPU, 8GB video memory, HD resolution at 1920x1080, and 55GB SSD storage. Recommended requirements are an AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or Intel Core I7-12700K CPU, 32GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT or Nvidia RTX 3070 TI GPU, 12GB video memory, 2K resolution at 2560x1440, and 55GB SSD storage. Epic preset requirements include an AMD Ryzen 7 9700X or Intel Core I7-14700K CPU, 32GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT or Nvidia RTX 4070 TI GPU, 12GB video memory, 4K resolution at 2880x1620, and 55GB SSD storage. Features for the PC version include uncapped gameplay frame rate, anti-aliasing, remappable keyboard inputs, frame generation, HDR support, accessibility options, ultrawide monitor support, and V-sync. The game is a prequel to the original Mafia and will not feature an open world, with a price point lower than current trends for new titles.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Latest Humble bundle contains some of the best PC titles from WB Games

Humble has released a refreshed version of its WB Play the Legends collection, featuring two pricing tiers. The first tier, priced at £5.24 / 6€, includes seven games, such as Batman: Arkham Asylum GOTY and Batman: Arkham City GOTY. The second tier, priced at £8.98 / 10.28€, includes 16 games, featuring Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate Edition and Batman: Arkham Knight Premium Edition. The bundle is available until August 27 and proceeds will benefit the Raiden Science Foundation, which funds research into rare pediatric illnesses.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME Roars Onto Mobile & PC Aug. 31 After 850K Pre-Regs

Akatsuki Games, TOHO, and Production I.G announced Kaiju No. 8 THE GAME, set to launch on August 31 (JST) for mobile and PC platforms, including the App Store, Google Play, and Steam. Pre-registration opened on April 25 and has surpassed 850,000 sign-ups. The game features 3D battles against kaiju, with players taking on the roles of Japan Defense Force units and new characters from the CLOZER squad, led by Sagan Shinomiya. A new trailer showcases combat sequences and visuals, with voice actor Masaya Fukunishi demonstrating game controls. New characters include strategist Chester Lochburn and weapons specialist Suited. Pre-registration rewards include two four-star characters, and players can select a five-star character if sign-ups reach one million. The game will support multiple languages: Japanese, English, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Korean, and French.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Legend of Mana, ACE Academy, Lichtspeer, more

- Galaxy Watch 8 is discounted and comes with a free extra band. - Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is available at a [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Your mid-week lineup of Android game and app deals is now ready to roll down below. The Google Play discounts are also sitting alongside Galaxy Watch 8 at off with a FREE extra band as well as a 0 price drop on Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and official Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra cases from just .50. But for now we are focused on the apps and everything is waiting for you down below. Current Offers Galaxy Watch 8: Enjoy a discount, plus receive a complimentary extra band. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Now available at a remarkable 0 off. Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Cases: Starting at an attractive price of just .50. As you explore these enticing offers, don’t forget to check out the latest apps and games that are also part of this week’s special promotions. There’s a wealth of options waiting for you, ensuring that your mid-week experience is both enjoyable and rewarding." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] discount. - Samsung Galaxy S25 series cases start at [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Your mid-week lineup of Android game and app deals is now ready to roll down below. The Google Play discounts are also sitting alongside Galaxy Watch 8 at off with a FREE extra band as well as a 0 price drop on Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and official Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra cases from just .50. But for now we are focused on the apps and everything is waiting for you down below. Current Offers Galaxy Watch 8: Enjoy a discount, plus receive a complimentary extra band. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Now available at a remarkable 0 off. Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Cases: Starting at an attractive price of just .50. As you explore these enticing offers, don’t forget to check out the latest apps and games that are also part of this week’s special promotions. There’s a wealth of options waiting for you, ensuring that your mid-week experience is both enjoyable and rewarding." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"].50.

AppWizard

August 6, 2025

McDonald’s says its focus on value — and a must-have Minecraft meal — boosted second-quarter sales

McDonald’s has increased its sales in the second quarter by focusing on value and innovative offerings, particularly through the introduction of the McValue menu in January, which has revitalized customer traffic in U.S. locations. The McValue menu allows customers to purchase one item for when they buy a full-priced item, attracting a diverse clientele. Despite this success, the company faces challenges from declining traffic among lower-income consumers, particularly those with household incomes of ,000 or less, with double-digit declines noted during the April to June period. In April, McDonald’s launched a meal tied to “A Minecraft Movie” in 100 countries, marking its largest global campaign, and the associated collectible figures sold out in less than two weeks. The introduction of new chicken products has also increased chicken market share across McDonald’s ten largest markets. In contrast to competitors like Yum Brands and Chipotle, McDonald’s reported a 5% revenue increase to .8 billion for the April to June period, with same-store sales rising nearly 4%. Net income for the second quarter increased 11% to .9 billion, with adjusted earnings of .69 per share meeting Wall Street expectations.