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February 13, 2026

Left 4 Dead creator’s new co-op shooter just won me back after its limp Game Awards reveal

4Loop is a new co-op shooter developed by Bad Robot Games, led by Mike Booth, known for Left 4 Dead. The game features a roguelite structure with tactical maps made up of interconnected nodes for missions, which require at least one player to survive to advance. Players can vote on objectives, and missions include tasks like rescuing hostages or harvesting resources. The game encourages creative tactics against AI opponents, utilizing features like portals and invisibility. A notable boss encounter involves navigating a dynamic obstacle course of lasers. The game is currently in pre-beta, with upcoming playtests planned, and will launch on PC and PS5. Specific release dates have not been announced.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

There’s a difference between hard games and hardcore ones, and the distinction matters

The launch of Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection has renewed interest in classic fighting games on PC, but players face challenges with the AI, which often uses ruthless tactics that create an unfair experience. This can lead to frustration and the development of bad habits that do not apply to real player interactions. In contrast, Virtua Fighter 5 offers a remastered mode with over a thousand CPU challengers that encourages strategic play. Games like Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3 allow for creative freedom in gameplay, enabling players to craft unique builds and strategies. Terraria provides a randomly generated world for players to explore or build in, while Tetris The Grand Master 4 offers varying levels of engagement based on player choice. The term "SNK boss" refers to unfair CPU opponents that disrupt gameplay balance, similar to the AI in Mortal Kombat. True hardcore games invite players to explore challenges and skill in diverse ways, emphasizing personal expression in gaming.

AppWizard

October 31, 2025

Free Play Days – Call of Duty Black Ops 6 (MP & Zombies), Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Dead by Daylight, CATAN, and More

Gamers can participate in Free Play Days from October 30 to November 2, featuring titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, Dead by Daylight, Catan, and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members. Yes, Your Grace is available for all Xbox members without a membership, and Post Trauma offers a free two-hour trial for all Xbox members. Players can install games through Xbox.com or the Xbox Store and can purchase them at limited-time discounts while retaining their Gamerscore and achievements. Specific details include: - Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is available for free from October 28 to November 3, including all Multiplayer modes and the complete Zombies saga. - Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 allows players to train with characters and engage in battles. - Dead by Daylight is available for free from October 30 to November 2, with discounts on the base game and DLCs. - Catan: Console Edition enables players to build settlements and engage in online play. - Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader offers a narrative-rich adventure. - Yes, Your Grace involves managing a kingdom and making decisions for petitioners. - Post Trauma features survival horror gameplay with puzzles and scenarios.

AppWizard

October 12, 2025

The Need for Speed Underground 2 Unreal Engine 5 Fan Remake Looks Better Than Ever

In January 2025, a demo for a fan remake of Need for Speed Underground 2 using Unreal Engine 5 was unveiled. The project, developed by apfelbaum, features a fully playable Career Mode, although it currently lacks AI opponents, traffic, and destructible environments. Future updates are expected to improve driving mechanics, introduce a new weather system, and update the car paint model. A new launcher will be introduced to streamline user experience, allowing easy downloads, updates, and integrity checks of game files. The previous demo is accessible through RPGGameplay’s Discord server. Additionally, various other fan-made demos are available, including remakes of popular games like Superman, Halo 3: ODST, and more.

AppWizard

October 8, 2025

The next Total War Warhammer 3 DLC will “take a back seat” as dev focuses on fixing game-breaking bugs

Total War Warhammer 3 is experiencing significant issues with AI recruitment, particularly affecting the Lizardmen and Tomb Kings factions, which are unable to recruit units due to complications from legacy code. The AI fails to consider unit caps, leading to recruitment deadlocks that hinder gameplay and strategic depth. The game's codebase, managed by various teams over nearly a decade, has introduced unforeseen errors, especially with major updates. Recent player feedback has declined, with only 25% of reviews in the past month being positive, exacerbated by a recent patch that negatively impacted the Tomb Kings and Lizardmen factions. A hotfix is forthcoming, but deeper issues may persist. The Tides of Torment DLC has been postponed, originally scheduled for a summer release, with uncertainty regarding its planned October launch. Players can explore alternative Warhammer titles and engage in community discussions about ongoing bugs.