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AppWizard

March 3, 2026

Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II, and More

Final Fantasy III is available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is also available on the same platforms under the same subscriptions. Upcoming games include to a T on March 4, EA Sports F1 25 on March 4, Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf on March 5, Construction Simulator on March 10, Cyberpunk 2077 on March 10, Hollow Knight: Silksong on March 12, and DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse: Ready to Party on March 17. Diablo II: Resurrected became available on February 11 for Cloud, Console, and PC. Call of Duty: Warzone Black Ops Royale will be updated on March 13. Game Pass members can claim a complimentary in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone. Titles leaving the Game Pass library on March 15 include Bratz Rhythm & Style, Enter the Gungeon, F1 23, He is Coming, Lightyear Frontier, and Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island.

AppWizard

February 23, 2026

One of my most anticipated indie games finally has a release date, almost 4 years after its initial reveal

In 2022, the game Gecko Gods was announced, allowing players to embody a small gecko and navigate ancient ruins. After nearly four years of anticipation, the developers announced a release date of April 16. A new trailer showcases serene boat rides, intricate puzzle-solving, and enhanced visuals. Players will have customization options for their gecko characters, with various critters to choose from. The game has experienced delays, but the upcoming release has generated excitement among fans.

AppWizard

February 23, 2026

Minecraft Modpack Released with a Post-Apocalyptic Fallout-Style World, NPCs, and Weapons

MrFazCraft has released a modpack for Minecraft called After The Nukes, set in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by the Fallout franchise. The modpack features a 2048 x 2048 block world with dungeons and abandoned cities, over 60 interactive characters, and more than 50 customizable weapon types. It is available for download on CurseForge.

AppWizard

February 20, 2026

This surprisingly popular Steam MMO is now on the Epic Games Store, with a free starter pack if you’re quick

Stalcraft X, an MMO inspired by post-apocalyptic themes, has launched on the Epic Games Store as a free-to-play game. Players can explore the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, establish home bases, and face dangers from anomalies, creatures, and rival players. A complimentary starter pack, available until February 26, includes weapons, wearables, ammunition, and cosmetic items. The game has a dedicated following on Steam with peak concurrent player counts around 20,000 daily. Additionally, Epic Games is offering the narrative-driven novel Return to Ash for free this week.

AppWizard

February 17, 2026

Kingdom Come Deliverance II & The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Heading to Xbox Game Pass

Aerial_Knight's DropShot, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and Avowed are available today on February 17 through Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Death Howl and EA Sports College Football 26 are coming soon on February 19, along with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition. TCG Card Shop Simulator is in Game Preview and will be available on February 24, followed by Dice A Million on February 25 and Towerborne on February 26. Final Fantasy III and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will be released on March 3. Menace and Diablo II: Resurrected were released on February 5 and February 11, respectively, while High on Life 2 was released on February 13. Overwatch: Season 1: Conquest launched on February 10, introducing new Heroes and events. Microsoft Mahjong will have in-game benefits on February 24. Titles leaving Game Pass on February 28 include Monster Train, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game, Injustice 2, and Middle Earth: Shadow of War.

AppWizard

February 17, 2026

Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Kingdom Come Deliverance II, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, EA Sports College Football 26, and More!

AerialKnight’s DropShot is available on February 17 for Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC via Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is also available on February 17 for the same platforms, featuring a first-person action-adventure experience. Avowed receives an update on February 17, introducing new playable races, a New Game Plus Mode, and a Photo Mode. Death Howl will launch on February 19 for Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, and PC on Game Pass Ultimate and Premium. EA Sports College Football 26 is available on February 19 for Cloud and Xbox Series X|S, allowing players to represent 136 FBS schools. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition launches on February 19 for Cloud and Console. TCG Card Shop Simulator enters Game Preview on February 24 for multiple platforms. Dice A Million will be available on PC on February 25 with Xbox Game Pass. Towerborne releases as a complete game on February 26 for Console, Handheld, and PC. Final Fantasy III and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II are set for March 3 on multiple platforms. Menace entered Game Preview on February 5 for PC, and Diablo II: Resurrected was released on February 11 for Console and PC. Overwatch: Season 1: Conquest began on February 10, introducing new heroes. Microsoft Mahjong will feature in-game benefits on February 24 for PC. Titles leaving Game Pass on February 28 include Monster Train, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game, Injustice 2, and Middle Earth: Shadow of War.

AppWizard

February 15, 2026

Minecraft’s scariest moments explored in ‘Horrors of Minecraft’ video

Minecraft features a darker side with eerie creatures that appear at night, challenging players. The game's developers recently released a video discussing these elements, including tales of encounters with the character Herobrine. Players can choose between creative mode, with unlimited resources, and survival mode, where they must craft weapons and armor to fend off hostile mobs. The game allows for a wide range of experiences, from building structures to facing terrifying challenges.

AppWizard

January 30, 2026

Cairn review

Cairn is a limb-by-limb climbing simulation game set for release on January 30, 2026, developed by The Game Bakers. Players take on the role of Aava, a renowned mountain climber, as she attempts to conquer Mount Kami. The game features a 15-hour journey focused on the careful placement of limbs on rock faces, with mechanics that initially seem unrefined but encourage players to adapt. Aava faces challenges such as narrow ledges and a diegetic stamina system indicated by her physical state. Players can place pitons as temporary safe zones during climbs, which require strategic placement due to their limited availability. The game incorporates survival mechanics, emphasizing Aava's need to eat, drink, and rest. Aava's character is developed through her struggles and interactions with other climbers, with a focus on realism and emotional stakes. The game features stunning art and atmospheric weather dynamics, drawing comparisons to titles like Death Stranding and Baby Steps while establishing its own identity.

Winsage

January 27, 2026

Grounded 2 update available now

The Toxic Tangle update for Grounded 2 introduces a new garden biome filled with overgrown vines, new creatures, and challenges. It also includes innovative armor and weapons for players. This update is available in Game Preview for Xbox on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Cloud, and in early access on Steam.

AppWizard

January 27, 2026

Instead of difficulty, Obsidian designer Josh Sawyer thinks in terms of 3 RPG player archetypes: ‘What are they trying to get out of this game?’

Josh Sawyer, design director at Obsidian, discussed the concept of difficulty in game design on his YouTube channel, emphasizing the need to understand player expectations rather than viewing difficulty as a fixed set of challenges. He highlighted the benefits of offering detailed difficulty settings, as some players desire granular modifications to enhance their gaming experience. Sawyer categorized RPG players into three types: adventurers, survivalists, and explorers, noting that each type has different motivations and preferences. He suggested starting with complex mechanics that can be simplified based on player preferences, using bullet drop mechanics as an example. Sawyer concluded that providing granular difficulty options is advantageous for both players and developers and committed to prioritizing this approach in future projects.