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May 9, 2025

Cosy board game Flamecraft is getting a digital adaptation for PC

Flamecraft, a board game featuring artisan dragons, will be adapted into a digital version for PC by Monster Couch, known for their work on Wingspan and Calico. The game allows 1-5 players to take on the role of a "Flamekeeper," interacting with dragons to enhance shops and develop a village. The digital adaptation will maintain the original gameplay while featuring vibrant visuals and lively dragon icons. Players will strategically position dragons, gather resources, cast enchantments, and aim to accumulate reputation points to become the Master of Flamecraft. A release date has not been announced, but players can wishlist the game on Steam.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Split Fiction has sold 4m copies

Split Fiction has sold over four million copies, as announced by Electronic Arts (EA) in its financial report for the quarter ending March 2025. EA's CEO, Andrew Wilson, noted that the game exceeded expectations and gained global attention. The game sold one million copies within 48 hours of release and reached two million in its first week. A film adaptation is also reportedly in development.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Waltz used Signal-like app at White House day before ouster as national security advisor

U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz was seen using a modified version of the messaging app Signal during a Cabinet meeting, despite President Donald Trump's prior discouragement of its use after the "Signalgate" controversy. A photograph showed Waltz with the app active and conversations involving at least six officials, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, indicating ongoing discussions. White House spokeswoman Anna Kelly confirmed that Signal is an approved application for government use, and the modified version appeared to be associated with TeleMessage, a company that provides archiving services for messaging applications. This adaptation raises concerns about the integrity of Signal's end-to-end encryption due to potential external storage of messages, which could compromise privacy. TeleMessage has ties to military intelligence and was recently acquired by Smarsh. The use of Signal by Trump administration officials has been controversial in the past, particularly regarding military discussions that inadvertently involved a journalist.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Weirdly, one of our favorite board games works even better in Minecraft

The British YouTube group, The Yogscast, has adapted the social deduction game Blood on the Clocktower within Minecraft, introducing unique characters such as the Wizard, who can transform players into sheep, and the Amnesiac, who must discover their power by finding hidden items in the game world. This adaptation features a collaborative map developed with the Lonely Yogs Discord, including detailed town buildings and houses for players. The community continues to innovate and preserve the essence of the original game through creative adaptations and shared experiences.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Brings the Party to 4K and Blu-ray June 24th!

A Minecraft Movie will debut digitally on May 13, 2025, and is produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures. The film features a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, directed by Jared Hess. It has grossed over 2 million globally, achieving the highest domestic opening of 2025 and becoming the most successful film based on a video game. The film will be available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and AppleTV, with physical formats (4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD) released on June 24. The story follows four characters who are transported into the Minecraft world and must navigate challenges to return home. The film runs for 101 minutes and is rated PG. Special features will include behind-the-scenes content and explorations of the film's creative process.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Hazelight’s Split Fiction sells over 4 million copies in 2 months

Hazelight's Split Fiction sold over a million copies within two days of its release. The game is being considered for a film adaptation in collaboration with Story Kitchen, but co-founder Josef Fares is skeptical about its progress. The studio plans to continue creating original co-op experiences and has no intention of developing live service games.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Jack Black’s Minecraft Song Hits Billboard 100: Shortest Track Ever to Chart!

The Minecraft Movie has become a major success, breaking box office records and is on track to be the highest-grossing video game adaptation ever. The song "Steve's Lava Chicken," performed by Jack Black, debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart at No. 78 on May 3, 2025, making it the shortest song to ever appear on the chart. It also reached No. 10 on the Hot Rock Songs Chart and debuted at No. 21 on the UK official chart. Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures are hosting special Block Party Edition screenings of the film on May 2, encouraging audience engagement through singing and interaction.

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May 7, 2025

A Minecraft Movie; Arrives On Digital May 13 & On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & DVD June 24, 2025 From Warner Bros

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release A Minecraft Movie digitally on May 13, 2025, followed by physical formats including 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, is the first live-action adaptation of the Minecraft video game. It has grossed over 2 million and achieved the largest domestic opening for 2025, becoming the highest-grossing film based on a video game. The film's running time is 101 minutes and it is rated PG for violence/action, language, suggestive/rude humor, and some scary images. Special features will include several featurettes exploring the film's production and music.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Available Digitally May 13, on Disc June 24

The Minecraft Movie is in development, aiming to blend the game's pixelated world with cinematic storytelling. It will explore themes of adventure, friendship, and creativity, featuring familiar elements of crafting and exploration along with original characters. While casting details are not yet available, there is speculation about high-profile talent involved in the project. The production team is considering innovative marketing strategies to engage the Minecraft community, including interactive experiences and collaborations with content creators. The film has the potential to influence future video game adaptations in cinema.

AppWizard

May 6, 2025

Android’s phone taskbar isn’t quite ready yet, but it’s already getting a multitasking boost

Google is developing a "tiny taskbar" for Android phones to improve multitasking by streamlining app switching on smaller screens. The feature includes a recent apps carousel displaying the six most recently opened applications, inspired by the Alt + Tab switcher. Currently, the carousel does not switch to the selected app upon tapping, indicating it is still in development. The tiny taskbar has faced layout challenges, particularly with a 5x5 home screen grid configuration, and further adjustments are needed for seamless integration. Google is also working on enhancements to other multitasking features like bubbles and split-screen mode.