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I Thought A Minecraft Movie Had The Domestic Box Office Record For 2025 In The Bag, But The Crown Has Now Been Stolen
AppWizard
February 26, 2026

I Thought A Minecraft Movie Had The Domestic Box Office Record For 2025 In The Bag, But The Crown Has Now Been Stolen

Jared Hess’ A Minecraft Movie, which premiered last April, grossed 4.1 million in the United States and Canada. It has been surpassed by Byron Howard and Jared Bush’s Zootopia 2, which has grossed 4.2 million since its Thanksgiving release. Zootopia 2 had a larger opening weekend, earning 0.3 million compared to the original Zootopia's 1.1 million, and has already surpassed the original's total of 1.3 million. Globally, Zootopia 2 has exceeded 0.8 billion, while A Minecraft Movie grossed 1.2 million worldwide. The only film surpassing Zootopia 2 this year is the animated Chinese film Ne Zha 2, which has crossed the billion mark. Upcoming animated films include Hoppers, Toy Story 5, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, Hexed, and Minions & Monsters.
This bloody medieval carve-'em-up has me praying the devs deliver a holy gaming experience
AppWizard
February 23, 2026

This bloody medieval carve-’em-up has me praying the devs deliver a holy gaming experience

The game "1348 Ex Voto" features a female knight named Aeta, who is trained in swordplay and accompanied by her companion Bianca. The combat system requires players to carefully judge enemy attacks, creating a tense experience. The game world is designed to be desolate and cinematic, focusing on a predetermined path rather than open-world exploration. Players can find items to enhance gameplay, such as health-restoring food and skill books. The visuals, powered by Unreal Engine 5, depict detailed medieval Italian settings. The game is set to launch on March 12, 2026, and aims for authenticity in storytelling and character development, with a completion time of under 20 hours.
Minecraft Meets Stardew Valley In 94% Rated PS5 Release, Out Today
AppWizard
February 20, 2026

Minecraft Meets Stardew Valley In 94% Rated PS5 Release, Out Today

Outpath, a clicker base-building adventure game, was launched on October 16, 2023, by solo developer David Moralejo Sánchez and published by GrabTheGames and UpgradePoint. It has a 94% positive rating on Steam and will be released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on February 19, 2026. The game features tranquil exploration, cozy crafting, and idle progression, drawing inspiration from Minecraft, Forager, Satisfactory, and Stardew Valley. Players can gather resources, craft items, build bases, buy islands, fish, level up skills, and engage in parkour movements. A free demo is available on PC, offering about 10 hours of content, while the full game is priced at £12.79 on the Nintendo eShop and Steam. Pricing for PlayStation and Microsoft stores is not yet announced.
MyDoom virus: What it is and why it mattered
Tech Optimizer
February 13, 2026

MyDoom virus: What it is and why it mattered

In January 2004, the MyDoom computer worm quickly spread to email inboxes in 168 countries, becoming one of the fastest-spreading pieces of malware in internet history. It exploited human behavior by enticing users to open email attachments that appeared to be delivery errors or system notifications. MyDoom replicated itself through email without corrupting files or destroying data, harvesting email addresses from infected computers to send copies to new victims. The two main variants, MyDoom.A and MyDoom.B, targeted the SCO Group and Microsoft, respectively, and demonstrated the potential for email worms to be weaponized for coordinated attacks. MyDoom primarily targeted Windows-based operating systems and used deceptive emails to propagate. Once infected, it installed a backdoor for unauthorized remote access, forming a botnet for further attacks. MyDoom's effectiveness was due to its alignment with user behavior and the limited security measures of the time, leading to significant disruptions in email communication and an estimated economic impact of approximately billion. Although no longer a current threat, MyDoom's legacy influenced modern email security protocols, leading to improved filtering, behavior-based detection, and multi-layered defense strategies.
If you love hundreds of games for $10 and hate ICE, then boy does Itch.io have just the bundle for you
AppWizard
February 11, 2026

If you love hundreds of games for $10 and hate ICE, then boy does Itch.io have just the bundle for you

Indie developers on Itch.io have created the "No ICE in Minnesota" bundle to raise funds for the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota (ILCM), which provides legal representation to low-income immigrants and refugees. The bundle includes over 1,400 items, such as video games, tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs), books, and soundtracks, with more than 1,000 TTRPGs included. The fundraising goal is 0,000, and it has already reached 80% of that target with a month remaining for contributions. Additional donations are welcomed to support the initiative.
I would die for Deadlock's new hero Rem, who also has one of the best easter eggs I've seen in a competitive PvP game
AppWizard
January 27, 2026

I would die for Deadlock’s new hero Rem, who also has one of the best easter eggs I’ve seen in a competitive PvP game

The gaming community is voting on which of Valve's six new heroes will debut in Deadlock, with players favoring Rem, a charming nap enthusiast. Rem has unique abilities: Pillow Toss, which damages and knocks back enemies while reducing his cooldowns; Tag Along, allowing him to leap to an ally and heal; a third ability that introduces a smaller companion for assistance; and his ultimate ability, Naptime, which slows and immobilizes opponents, causing them to fall asleep and take damage upon waking. Rem is the first of six new heroes set for release, with the next character to be unveiled on January 29. Additionally, there is a Rem-themed easter egg in the game featuring a secret bedroom with details like plush pillows and 'vote for me' posters, along with tiny companions and surprises.
This week in PC games: is Highguard a nothingburger? Plus, Winnie the Cthulhooh, Code Vein 2 and a plant-based RTS
AppWizard
January 27, 2026

This week in PC games: is Highguard a nothingburger? Plus, Winnie the Cthulhooh, Code Vein 2 and a plant-based RTS

- John Highguard: A sci-fantasy raid shooter developed by former creators of Apex Legends and Titanfall. - Winnie’s Hole: An early access title that transforms Winnie the Pooh into a cosmic horror roguelite. - Echoes Of Elysium: An early access game featuring six-player co-op in a procedural clockwork world. - Earth Must Die: A point-and-click sci-fi comedy from the creators of The Swindle and Lair of the Clockwork God. - The Spirit Lift: A roguelite deckbuilder set in a haunted hotel. - Roots Devour: A game where players control a malevolent tree deciding the fate of humans. - DON’T LET THEM IN: A horror game where players are supermarket clerks dealing with cautious customers. - Lanesplit: A first-person biking simulator with a cinematic style. - Ghost Keeper: An early access title where players manage a house full of ghosts. - Nova Antarctica: A post-apocalyptic game set in Antarctica focused on mysterious signals. - The Midnight Walkers: An early access extraction shooter set in a megamall with a poison gas mechanic. - Calyx: An RTS game featuring a military force against plant life. - Feastopia: A city-builder roguelite where players feed an infant god to avoid becoming part of the menu. - Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator: A sequel that escalates the absurdity of its predecessor. - Cairn: A climbing adventure game with narrative depth. - I Hate This Place: A survival crafting horror game inspired by comic books. - Don’t Stop, Girlypop: An arena shooter with Y2K aesthetics. - Code Vein 2: The latest entry in the anime Soulslike genre featuring time travel mechanics. - Half Sword: An early access physics-based medieval combat game. - Front Mission 3: A remake of the classic turn-based mech game.
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