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Party Animals' $75,000 AI video contest is a slap in the face to its creative team, and I'm not surprised it's getting blasted on Steam
AppWizard
May 14, 2026

Party Animals’ $75,000 AI video contest is a slap in the face to its creative team, and I’m not surprised it’s getting blasted on Steam

Recreate Games announced an AI video contest called the 'Golden Paw Awards' for players to create short films using generative AI tools, which has led to significant backlash from the community. The contest offers a cash prize of ,000 but has faced criticism for its reliance on AI-generated content, resulting in over 800 unfavorable reviews and a 'Mostly Negative' classification for recent reviews of Party Animals. In response to the negative feedback, Recreate Games issued an apology and proposed three options: canceling the contest, changing it to a non-AI competition, or keeping both AI and non-AI categories. The studio emphasized that they view AI as a tool for creative expression, but this explanation has not alleviated community disappointment.
Crimson Desert's latest patch gives the people what they want, which is to tame and ride a random bear with your own two hands—or a goat, if you're freaky
AppWizard
May 11, 2026

Crimson Desert’s latest patch gives the people what they want, which is to tame and ride a random bear with your own two hands—or a goat, if you’re freaky

Players of Crimson Desert expressed a desire to tame and ride bears. Developer Pearl Abyss introduced legendary wolf and bear mounts that can be acquired through quests or by defeating bears. Initially, these animals could not be tamed for riding, but a recent update allows players to register certain animals as special mounts after earning their trust. The list of tamable animals includes dogs, with some requiring unique taming methods. Additionally, players can now extract materials used in equipment upgrades, receiving a full return of special materials and a 70% refund on common resources like iron ore, copper ore, and bloodstones. Pearl Abyss continues to introduce new features regularly, including bird taming, to enhance the player experience.
Look at how they massacred my boy: Google is killing these Fitbit app features
AppWizard
May 8, 2026

Look at how they massacred my boy: Google is killing these Fitbit app features

Google has launched the Google Health app, rebranding the existing Fitbit application, but it will phase out several features that longtime Fitbit users relied on. The badge system will be completely removed, and users will lose unique usernames, profile pictures, direct messaging, and community feeds. Child profiles will no longer allow adding friends, and the weekly leaderboard will only focus on steps and cardio load. In health and wellness, minute-by-minute stress check graphs will no longer be available, and detailed skin temperature data will be replaced with daily and weekly trends. Users cannot set calorie targets through food plans anymore, although they can set macronutrient goals. Recipes for Google Health Premium users will also be discontinued, and daily fitness plans will shift to weekly ones. Sleep features will be reduced, with the discontinuation of sleep profiles, monthly sleep animals, and the Estimated Oxygen Variation (EOV) feature. Premium subscribers will now use the Health Coach for personalized sleep responses, and snore detection on certain devices will be eliminated. The app will maintain compatibility with Health Connect and Apple Health but will no longer support connections to Lifescan devices, affecting users who monitor blood glucose levels. Users can log glucose data manually, but reminders and symptom tracking will be removed.
A new Crimson Desert update just fixed its empty world problem, and added two legendary pets
AppWizard
May 2, 2026

A new Crimson Desert update just fixed its empty world problem, and added two legendary pets

Crimson Desert has received a significant update (version 1.05) that introduces two new features: 'rematch' and 're-blockade' options. The rematch feature allows players to re-engage with any previously defeated boss at the original battle site using a Memory Fragment, with 69 bosses available and two modes—'Reminisce' for original encounters and 'Resonate' for scaled challenges. The re-blockade feature lets players adjust enemy respawn rates in strongholds, with three settings: 'Conflict,' 'War,' and 'Stable,' affecting 23 forts and quarries. Additionally, players can now discover two legendary animals, the Iron Eagle and the Hyacinth Macaw, and interact with goose and duck pets. The update also includes various bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
Control Resonant dev Remedy didn't use other triple-A games for inspiration, because "nobody is taking risks"
AppWizard
May 2, 2026

Control Resonant dev Remedy didn’t use other triple-A games for inspiration, because “nobody is taking risks”

Control Resonant is a sequel that takes players from the isolated setting of the Oldest House to the reimagined streets of Manhattan, described as a "labyrinth." The game features a new protagonist, Dylan Faden, who can navigate the environment in unique ways. The developers aim for a grounded aesthetic to enhance the supernatural elements and have avoided references from other games to maintain originality. The narrative expands with multiple factions and a variety of enemy types, including a haunted bus. The Hiss remains a central threat, affecting both humans and animals. Dylan will use a radio to communicate with his handler, Zoe, and will encounter audio logs that deepen the lore. Control Resonant is set to launch in 2026.
LEGO Minecraft June 2026 wave adds Skeleton and Ender Dragon models
AppWizard
May 2, 2026

LEGO Minecraft June 2026 wave adds Skeleton and Ender Dragon models

LEGO will launch its Summer 2026 sets on June 1, 2026, including: - LEGO 21596 Evoker Village Attack (607 pieces) featuring a variety of minifigures. - LEGO 21595 The Ender Dragon (710 pieces) with interactive features and poseable elements. - LEGO 21594 The Skeleton (502 pieces) that includes a removable helmet. - LEGO 21592 Chicken Jockey Desert Attack (428 pieces) featuring a baby husk riding on a chicken. Pricing and product links will be available on LEGO.com.
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AppWizard
April 29, 2026

New Minecraft mob Blub possibly leaked by Hallmark ornament

A Hallmark holiday ornament titled "Minecraft Blub Ornament" has revealed a new character named Blub in the Minecraft universe, generating excitement among fans. The ornament is set for release on October 10 and is described as appealing to fans of the game. The listing includes a silhouette image that has led to speculation about Blub's design, with some fans envisioning it as a four-legged creature. There is debate within the community about whether Blub will be part of the main Minecraft game or linked to the upcoming Minecraft Dungeons 2. Mojang has not confirmed any details about Blub, leaving its status uncertain. If Blub is officially introduced, it would join the extensive roster of Minecraft mobs.
Here's how the Minecraft subreddit banded together to help a father find his distraught daughter's lost animal sanctuary
AppWizard
April 28, 2026

Here’s how the Minecraft subreddit banded together to help a father find his distraught daughter’s lost animal sanctuary

A father sought help from the Minecraft subreddit to locate his daughter's lost zoo creation after it vanished following her adventure in The Nether. Despite attempts to find it using various strategies, they were unsuccessful. User Hamzeol_Murf requested the save game data, which led to a group of players using the data to locate the zoo within an hour. The coordinates were shared, allowing the father and daughter to reunite with the zoo. One player, Loganfincain, explained the method used to find the zoo, which involved converting the world from Bedrock to Java and using a program called MCA Selector. The thread received 700 upvotes and 70 comments, highlighting the community's collaborative spirit.
Petit Planet is exactly the Animal Crossing clone it looked like, but after 15 hours of it I'm shocked by how many new ideas it has too
AppWizard
April 21, 2026

Petit Planet is exactly the Animal Crossing clone it looked like, but after 15 hours of it I’m shocked by how many new ideas it has too

HoYoverse's new title, Petit Planet, is facing comparisons to Animal Crossing: New Horizons due to its similar gameplay mechanics and charming characters. The game features a protagonist named Nalo and a diverse cast of anthropomorphic animal neighbors, including a squirrel shopkeeper named Glenn. The art style is vibrant and colorful, creating an inviting atmosphere. There are concerns about the game's monetization strategy, including the potential for gacha mechanics and the impact of multiplayer features on user privacy, especially for younger players. Despite these issues, Petit Planet offers a unique experience that may appeal to fans of the cozy gaming genre.
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