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AppWizard

March 26, 2025

Quite a Ride, a Survival-Horror Game Set on a Bike, Announced for PC

Developer Goodwin Games has announced a new survival horror game for PC titled Quite a Ride, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The game features a fog-laden rural setting filled with secrets and monsters, inspired by Stephen King and '80s/'90s horror films. Players must pedal a bicycle to survive, as their phone's battery drains over time, affecting gameplay. The game includes a pseudo-multiplayer element where players' collective actions can unlock new locations and quests. Quite a Ride is available for wishlisting on Steam.

BetaBeacon

March 20, 2025

Netflix and Spry Fox announce cozy life simulation game Spirit Crossing for iOS, Android

Netflix and Spry Fox have announced Spirit Crossing, a cooperative life simulation game for iOS and Android. The game focuses on friendship and community, allowing players to decorate their homes, build with friends, ride on a Fluffalo train, and join dance parties and jam sessions.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

Retro-style survival horror game PHASE ZERO announced for PC

SPINA Studio and SUPERHOT PRESENTS are developing a retro-style survival horror game titled PHASE ZERO, set to launch on PC via Steam, with a demo expected soon. The game features episodic chapters focusing on two protagonists, set in the fictional town of Flint Peak in 1994 during a snowstorm. A mysterious illness transforms the town's inhabitants into grotesque creatures. Players will navigate the environment using fixed camera angles and prerendered backgrounds, reminiscent of 90s horror games. Key features include confronting mutated monsters, exploring a 3D pre-rendered environment, and experiencing a chilling soundtrack.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

Retro-style survival horror game Ghost Sector announced for PC

Publisher GIGATANK 3000, in collaboration with developer Polygon Crypt, is set to release Ghost Sector, a retro-inspired survival horror game, on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store in early 2026. Players will take on the role of M-07, a prototype machine trapped in a cybernetic facility under lockdown, navigating a chaotic environment filled with automated defenses while uncovering the truth about their origin and the M-Tech Corporation. The game features classic controls reminiscent of retro survival horror, resource management mechanics, and strategic encounters involving environmental puzzles. Players can customize visual options, drawing inspiration from various classic games and films. An announcement trailer is available for viewing.

AppWizard

March 10, 2025

Physics-based action adventure game Rootbound announced for PC

Brainlag Games, a German studio founded by former Piranha Bytes developers in 2024, has announced its project Rootbound, a physics-based action-adventure game set to launch on PC via Steam in 2026. Players will take on the role of a plantling on a quest to save its home from a mysterious blight. The game features exploration of the handcrafted island of Akara, where players can learn about an ancient civilization, solve puzzles, and fight monsters. Key elements include a sentient backpack that assists players, the use of crystals for campfires and torches, and the dangers posed by rain associated with the blight. Players will encounter both enemies and friendly characters during their journey.

AppWizard

March 6, 2025

The next Minecraft Live show is coming with new game updates, the Minecraft movie, and more

Mojang Studios is shifting its strategy for community engagement by moving from major Minecraft Live events to smaller, more frequent showcases to enhance transparency and keep players informed. The next Minecraft Live is scheduled for March 22, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. GMT. It will be streamed on Minecraft.net/Live, YouTube, and Twitch. The event will include three segments: insights into the Minecraft franchise, announcements for future content updates for Minecraft: Java Edition and Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, and details about 'A Minecraft Movie' featuring Jack Black, set to premiere on April 4, 2025. Speculation suggests potential updates may include enhancements to Minecraft's ecosystems and the introduction of regional variants for mobs. The community welcomes the shift towards more frequent updates but hopes they will remain significant and exciting.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

Reburn, formerly 4A Games Ukraine, announces sci-fi first-person shooter La Quimera for PC

Reburn, formerly known as 4A Games Ukraine, has announced its new project, La Quimera, a narrative-driven science-fiction shooter set in a dystopian future Latin America in the year 2064. The game utilizes the 4A Engine and will be available on PC via Steam, though the release date is not yet revealed. Players take on the role of PMC operatives in a world where nation-states have collapsed, relying on mercenary forces. The game features solo and cooperative gameplay for up to three players, allowing for tactical collaboration and customization of weapons and exoskeletons. Players will face various hostile factions and robotic enemies with advanced capabilities, aided by a personal combat AI assistant.

AppWizard

February 27, 2025

505 Games and MercurySteam announce action adventure game Blades of Fire for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC

Publisher 505 Games and developer MercurySteam are set to release the action-adventure game Blades of Fire on May 22. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via the Epic Games Store, priced at .99 in the US and £49.99 in the UK. Pre-orders are currently open. Players will assume the role of Aran de Lira, who can forge weapons and face various enemies using a unique combat system. The game features a weapons forging system, allowing customization with different materials and attributes. Key features include tactical combat, over 50 enemy types, and a companion character named Adso who provides insights during gameplay.

AppWizard

February 19, 2025

Visual novel x pachinko game Jump the Track announced for PC

Seed by Seed has announced a new game called Jump the Track, set to launch on PC via Steam in 2025. The game combines elements of a visual novel and pachinko, featuring a character named Sam who navigates the gig economy in an absurd comedy style. Players influence the narrative by rolling a ball, leading to various outcomes. Key features include a solo experience, control options for mouse or gamepad, a game length of two to three hours, moderate to easy difficulty, a pause feature, and mature language content. An announcement trailer is available for viewing.

AppWizard

February 18, 2025

Mega-train multiplayer social sandbox game Enginefall announced for PC

Red Rover Interactive has announced Enginefall, a multiplayer sandbox game set for release on PC via Steam in early 2026. Players start as "tailies" on a massive mega-train, aiming to rise through the ranks and become the conductor. The game features various gameplay paths, including combat, alliances, and crafting. Key features include leading uprisings, discovering technology, claiming ownership of trains, and engaging in raids against rival trains. The development of Enginefall has involved player feedback and playtesting.