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AppWizard

June 21, 2026

Epic Games Store Roadmap Promises 5x Faster Boot Times, User Reviews, and More

The Epic Games Store is undergoing a significant transformation, with a roadmap for new features and a redesign of its digital storefront. Upcoming updates include Fortnite chunked installation, third-party patch notes, pre-registration for free-to-play games, storefront rearchitecture, and library management improvements. Additional features like player profiles, user-written reviews, publisher-funded coupons, and enhanced search capabilities are planned for a later phase. The store, launched in 2018, has faced challenges in competing with platforms like Steam and has not yet achieved profitability. A "ground-up rebuild" of the launcher is expected to improve performance significantly.

AppWizard

June 20, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Cyberpunk 2077, Split Fiction, Sonic Racing, and more

The Epic Games Store is offering Robobeat and Citizen Sleeper for free until June 25. Humble has introduced two bundles: the June 2unes bundle for rhythm game enthusiasts, starting at a low price, and a VR bundle featuring Among Us 3D: VR and Zero Caliber VR. Valve's Next Fest is showcasing gameplay snippets from upcoming indie titles until June 22, along with free events for Stellaris, Two Point Museum, Dead by Daylight, and MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries. The Steam Summer Sale is approaching, prompting publishers to offer discounts. GOG has launched its own summer sale with various highlights.

AppWizard

June 20, 2026

Rockstar Games Launcher 2026: 18.3M Players, GTA 6 PC Signals

As of January 2026, the Rockstar Games Launcher has 18.3 million monthly active users engaged with Grand Theft Auto V. A software update on March 31, 2026, introduced support for Windows 11 and various performance improvements. The anticipated launch of GTA 6 is scheduled for November 19, 2026. Since its launch in September 2019, the launcher has focused exclusively on Rockstar titles, facing competition from platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store. As of March 2026, GTA Online recorded 17.9 million players across major platforms, with 4.2 million daily active users. In 2026, PC players accounted for 42% of GTA V's global player base, translating to approximately 7.7 million monthly active PC players. The March 2026 update included enhancements such as an upgraded embedded browser and a new Discord Social SDK. Players in Brazil faced restrictions on purchasing through the launcher due to local consumer protection laws. The GTA+ subscription service had 878,284 active subscribers as of early 2026.

AppWizard

June 20, 2026

2027 Video Game Release Schedule

A list of upcoming game releases for 2027 includes: - Fable (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – February 23 - Erosion (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – To Be Announced - Exodus (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – To Be Announced - Ill (PlayStation 5) – To Be Announced - Join Us (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – To Be Announced - Senua (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – To Be Announced - The Lift (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – To Be Announced - Zoopunk (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC) – To Be Announced

AppWizard

June 20, 2026

Surprise, surprise, Minecraft players are already using mods to bypass Xbox’s new age restrictions

Xbox has implemented social restrictions for players in the UK who have not verified their age as over 18, in line with the UK's Online Safety Act (OSA). Players may receive a notification stating "chat is not allowed by account settings" due to this age verification requirement. Many Minecraft players on PC are using mods to bypass these restrictions. Following the OSA's introduction, VPN applications gained popularity, and a security breach last October exposed nearly 70,000 user ID photos from an age verification firm associated with Discord. The UK government plans to enforce stricter regulations for users under 16 starting next year, which may lead to increased efforts to take down mod solutions.

AppWizard

June 19, 2026

Guild Wars 3 is ‘significantly more’ of an MMO than the first game, but that doesn’t mean it’s like GW2: ‘All three of our games can coexist as different experiences’

Guild Wars 2 is a significant title in the MMO genre, following the original Guild Wars, which is more accurately described as a mission-based action role-playing game (ARPG) with shared town hubs. ArenaNet's studio head, Colin Johanson, confirmed that the upcoming Guild Wars 3 will be an MMO, with some nuances. He categorized the original Guild Wars as a "cooperative online RPG" and noted that Guild Wars 2 was designed as a true MMO. Johanson's comments reflect on the challenges and emotional experiences associated with MMOs.

AppWizard

June 19, 2026

Don’t be put off by its name—Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart is actually a very fun dungeon crawler with a unique spin

Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart is a new dungeon-crawling game developed by the creators of Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion. Players control Taffy, a character who uses charm and wit to recruit monster girls instead of relying on combat. The game features unique character dynamics where each monster girl has preferences that affect their performance in battle. Players can engage in strategic party arrangements to enhance stats and navigate social interactions during gameplay. Additionally, players can participate in sleepovers with monster girls to deepen friendships or explore romantic connections through dialogue choices. The game features vibrant pixel art and a whimsical aesthetic, contrasting with traditional dark dungeon themes. Rizz Dungeon is set to be released on September 17.

Winsage

June 19, 2026

I tried Microsoft’s region-locked PC Manager and now I wish everyone could use it

Microsoft PC Manager is a free application for Windows 11 that optimizes system performance by consolidating various tools and options into a cohesive interface. It has been in development for over two years and is set for general release in 2024, but it remains limited to a select audience and is not officially available in all regions. Users have found workarounds to access the app despite these regional restrictions.

AppWizard

June 19, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons 2 may be a more ambitious ARPG, but Mojang says it’s “purposefully not calling it an open-world” game

Minecraft Dungeons 2 is set to release on September 29, 2026. The game will feature an interconnected world, moving away from the previous simple game loop. It will offer a curated experience with a larger landscape for exploration, including unique items and powerful Talismans. An updated user interface will include a mini-map and a world map to assist navigation. A 'Guiding Light' feature will help players find quest objectives. The game will be available on PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X.

AppWizard

June 19, 2026

Pixel Screenshots just moved away from using on-device AI only, but is it less private?

The Pixel Screenshots app has transitioned from relying solely on on-device AI to a hybrid model that incorporates cloud processing. The latest update, version 1.26.134.11, reflects this change by revising the app's settings to indicate that AI processing may occur on-device or in the cloud. Google emphasizes that user privacy will be prioritized, utilizing a “secure, isolated environment” for processing. The update is currently rolling out and may not yet be available to all users in the Play Store.