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Microsoft Is Allegedly Considering Adding WoW/Minecraft Realms/Fallout 1st/ESO Plus to Game Pass Ultimate
AppWizard
February 25, 2026

Microsoft Is Allegedly Considering Adding WoW/Minecraft Realms/Fallout 1st/ESO Plus to Game Pass Ultimate

Discussions are ongoing about enhancing the value of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, especially following a price adjustment effective October 1, 2025. Many gamers are concerned about the service's worth despite including offerings like Fortnite Crew and Ubisoft+ Classics. Microsoft is considering adding first-party services such as World of Warcraft, Minecraft Realms, Fallout 1st, and Elder Scrolls Online Plus to the Game Pass Ultimate package. Current subscription offerings include: - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: .99/month, includes Xbox + PC Game Pass library, online multiplayer, EA Play, cloud gaming, Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics. - World of Warcraft: .99/month, access to all WoW retail + Classic content (latest expansion excluded). - Minecraft Realms Plus: .99/month, private server for up to 10 players, 150+ rotating Marketplace content packs. - Fallout 1st: .99/month, private world for up to 8 players, Scrapbox, Survival Tent, 1,650 Atoms/month, exclusive cosmetics. - ESO Plus: .99/month, includes all previously released DLC game packs and dungeons, Craft Bag, 1,650 Crowns/month, double bank space, premium tokens, increased transmute crystal cap, housing furnishing limit increases. Microsoft will need to conduct an economic analysis to determine the feasibility of these potential additions.
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AppWizard
February 18, 2026

Is Marathon coming to Game Pass?

Marathon will not be available on Game Pass at launch, as Bungie has stated it is a "premium" offering across all platforms. Players should expect to pay for Marathon, with the price set at .99. Xbox console users will need a Game Pass Core subscription to access the game. A Marathon Server Slam event will allow players to experience the game for free before making a purchase.
Battlefield 6 Season 2 is well-packed with additions, but it's missing the killer element to lure me back in
AppWizard
February 13, 2026

Battlefield 6 Season 2 is well-packed with additions, but it’s missing the killer element to lure me back in

Battlefield Studios has announced the content for Battlefield 6 Season 2, which includes two new maps (Contaminated and Hagental Base), new weapons, vehicles, gadgets, and several limited-time modes. The season is structured in three phases, with the first map available at launch and the second map introduced in the second phase. A limited-time mode featuring hallucinogenic gas will be available on February 17, with additional modes planned for later phases. Despite the new content, player engagement has declined since the initial excitement, and there are concerns about the focus on the free-to-play spinoff, Battlefield Redsec, rather than enhancing Battlefield 6 itself. The overall impression of Season 2's offerings is seen as underwhelming, with hopes that upcoming patch notes may provide gameplay changes to rekindle player interest.
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AppWizard
January 30, 2026

Black Ops 7 Season 2 is bringing some wild loadout additions, and I haven’t been this scared of a scorestreak in years

Treyarch is set to introduce new content for Black Ops 7 Season 2, including a scorestreak called the Lockshot, inspired by Titanfall's Smart Pistols, which can lock onto multiple targets and eliminate them with a single trigger pull. Players will also have access to new weapons through the battle pass, including the REV-46 submachine gun, EGRT-17 assault rifle, and H311-SAW melee weapon. Additional weapons, such as the SG-12 shotgun, Voyak KT-3 assault rifle, and the returning Swordfish burst rifle from Black Ops 4, will be available later in the season. Season 2 will also feature the launch of Ranked Play, providing a competitive gameplay environment. The season officially begins on February 5.
Steam's most popular survival game is now bigger than ever, and its developer has major plans for the year ahead
AppWizard
January 2, 2026

Steam’s most popular survival game is now bigger than ever, and its developer has major plans for the year ahead

In 2025, Rust reached a peak player count of over 250,000 active users on Steam and logged 700 million hours by 5.8 million players in the past year. Facepunch Studios plans to introduce new features in 2026, including an expanded ecosystem, enhanced load times, and a potential battle pass system. The Naval update, set to launch on February 5, will introduce player-crafted boats for navigation and exploration. Other planned content includes new monuments, updates to player models and animations, and the introduction of new animals like cows and sheep with a breeding system. Facepunch aims to combat cheating, enhance performance, and explore DLC options, with a new anti-cheat layer in development. Performance improvements have reduced load and server connection times by approximately 65%. The team plans to continue releasing new DLC items monthly and is considering a battle pass system that aligns with the game's ethos. Test servers for upcoming features are available on the Rust staging branch.
Stardew Valley-inspired cozy game gets its first ever battle pass, but it's the best system I've seen yet
AppWizard
December 10, 2025

Stardew Valley-inspired cozy game gets its first ever battle pass, but it’s the best system I’ve seen yet

Palia's Winter's Wonder update introduces a variety of holiday-themed content, including the Winterlights quest that rewards players with themed ornaments and items. The Zeki's Winterfest Challenge returns, featuring a treasure hunt for hidden chests containing snowy decorations. The furniture tint system has been revamped, allowing players to customize item colors with six new craftable tint palettes. A new Home Line, the Estate, inspired by the Mayor's manor, has been added, featuring a grand windmill. The update also introduces the Lunar Path, a battle pass-style progression system with no expiration dates on items, offering both free and premium tracks for progression through missions and daily quests. The Winter's Wonder pass includes a theme around Kitsuu creatures, providing players with a free Ancient Kitsuu t-shirt and various cosmetics. The update is currently live, with additional content such as earnable hairstyles and growable snowmen.
Splitgate 2 returns with a new name, no heroes, and a focus on capturing the arena FPS magic of Quake and Halo
AppWizard
December 6, 2025

Splitgate 2 returns with a new name, no heroes, and a focus on capturing the arena FPS magic of Quake and Halo

Splitgate 2 was reverted to a beta state after two months due to a lukewarm reception caused by an overload of features that detracted from its core appeal. The game is being relaunched as Splitgate Arena Reloaded, with a new release date and gameplay perspective. Key changes include the removal of hero characters and their abilities, a focus on classic shooter gameplay, the introduction of new arena modes, five new maps, six reworked maps, and three new primary weapons, including the Railgun. The progression system and Ranked play have been overhauled, and store prices have been reduced. Splitgate Arena Reloaded is set to launch as a free-to-play title on Steam and the Epic Games Store on December 17.
"Joke's on you," says No Man's Sky lead as rival survival game confirms it's replacing an eerily familiar cosmetic
AppWizard
December 3, 2025

“Joke’s on you,” says No Man’s Sky lead as rival survival game confirms it’s replacing an eerily familiar cosmetic

Developer Starry Studio has introduced significant updates to the survival game Once Human, including a new class system, a PvP-centric Raid Zone, and a crossover with Palworld. A new decorative item in the game’s loot crates, specifically an exercise bike, has sparked controversy due to its similarities to the Base Teleport Module from No Man's Sky. Hello Games' Sean Murray responded humorously to the criticism, while Starry Studio confirmed it would remove the contentious item. The Thunder Overload cosmetic lineup features outfits and a weapon skin that transforms the SKS into a mechanical dragon. Earlier this year, Once Human was also accused of borrowing design elements from Rainbow Six Siege. Starry Studio has pledged to replace the disputed asset and review their art and design policies, emphasizing the importance of originality and community feedback.
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