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AppWizard

June 8, 2025

North Penn in Minecraft?

Jason Dodge, a senior at North Penn High School, has created an intricate replica of his school in Minecraft, a project that took three years and over 180 hours of gameplay. He used Google Earth’s 3D view, floor plans, personal notes, and photographs to ensure accuracy, documenting details in a Google Sheet. Initially expecting the project to take a year, he faced challenges due to the school's large scale and complexity, which he underestimated based on a previous project that took only three months. Fellow student Rayat Karim provided insights during the process.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Xbox Games Showcase 2025 live: All the announcements in real-time

Obsidian Entertainment has announced that The Outer Worlds 2 will feature six companions with their own questlines linked to distinct factions, allowing players to influence their character arcs through gameplay choices. The game is set on Arcadia, a new colony governed by The Protectorate, and will include an enhanced perk system similar to Fallout: New Vegas, allowing for specialized character builds. Players will take on the role of a customizable Sky Marshall, with an emphasis on traits that affect gameplay dynamics. The sequel aims for deeper RPG mechanics and a more complex narrative due to increased development time and resources. The game is scheduled for release on October 29, 2025.

BetaBeacon

June 8, 2025

Netmarble’s Seven Deadly Sins: Origin Game Reveals Platforms in New Trailer

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin game is now available for pre-registration.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Leaf blowing simulation game Leaf Blower Co. announced for PC

Publisher Forklift Interactive and developer LifT Games are set to launch Leaf Blower Co., a leaf-blowing simulation game, on PC via Steam in 2025. A demo of the game is currently available. Players will engage in clearing leaves, building their business, acquiring tools, and unlocking upgrades. The game features a complete story mode, various seasonal challenges, optional bonus objectives, and a Free Play mode that allows customization of location, weather, and time of day.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Open-world survival crafting game Guardians of the Wild Sky announced for PC

Blue Isle Studios has announced the upcoming launch of "Guardians of the Wild Sky," an open-world survival crafting game for PC via Steam, set to release this summer. Players will explore a vibrant world filled with magical creatures called Guardians, who assist them in their adventures. The game features a vast environment with unique floating biomes, allowing players to sail on airships and construct various structures. Key features include capturing and bonding with Guardians, a comprehensive breeding system, a robust crafting system for tools and items, and the ability to face challenges from Cultists and ancient beasts. The game offers both solo and cooperative multiplayer modes for up to five players, with customizable server options.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Gamers, let’s not pretend PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass multiplayer subscriptions are okay – they’re exactly why PC gaming is arguably cheaper in the long term

Transitioning from console gaming to PC gaming involves challenges such as file management and technical adjustments, but it offers benefits like no multiplayer subscription fees. Console gamers often need to subscribe to services like Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus for online play, with exceptions for free-to-play games. While gaming PC hardware is more expensive initially, the long-term costs of playing games are lower due to access to affordable titles and frequent discounts on platforms like the Epic Games Store and Steam. In contrast, PlayStation games often retain their retail prices longer, limiting discount availability. The basic PS Plus plan costs .99 annually, similar to the price of a new game, while the 'Premium' plan costs 9.99 and lacks day-one title access. Xbox Game Pass offers better value with new games available on release day. Overall, while the initial investment in a gaming PC is high, the savings on games and lack of subscription fees make it a worthwhile choice.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds coming September with Ichiban, Joker, Hatsune Miku and Minecraft DLC

A new trailer for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds was unveiled at the Summer Game Fest 2025, revealing new characters including Hatsune Miku, Ichiban from Yakuza: Like A Dragon, and Joker from Persona 5. The game is set to be released on September 25th. Sega's Takashi Iizuka confirmed that the online multiplayer feature will support cross-platform play. A collaboration with Minecraft was also introduced, suggesting tracks and characters inspired by the game, potentially as part of a season pass or DLC. Further information is available on the official website and the game's Steam page.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Steam Users Can Get 2024 Games for Free Right Now

Two PC titles from 2024 are available for free on Steam for a limited time. One game, "Soulbound," developed by Schmoovin Studios and published by Dink, was released on January 21, 2024, and has an 89% approval rating on Steam. It is categorized as “Playable” on Steam Deck and will be removed from Steam on June 30, 2025. The game is a 2D PvP platformer where players take on the roles of a ninja and a ghost. The second title, "Holy Clash Cards," developed by Mttsus and Randomkey Inc, was released on May 22, 2024, and has a “Mostly Negative” rating. Its compatibility on Steam Deck is marked as “Unknown.” Holy Clash Cards will be available for free until June 9, while Soulbound will be free throughout June.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Forever Skies developer responds to ‘significant’ disappointment with the survival game’s launch: ‘It’s tough to see that the game didn’t meet the expectation of so many players’

Forever Skies is an early access survival game on Steam that allows players to explore a skyward world and build airships. Initially rated 'Very Positive,' it has recently shifted to a 'Mixed' rating due to player concerns about repetitive exploration, lack of narrative depth, and stagnation in gameplay. CEO Andrzej Blumenfeld acknowledged player disappointment and outlined areas of dissatisfaction, including technical performance and uninspired mechanics. The studio, Far From Home, plans to address these issues in upcoming updates, which will include enhancements to animations, aim assist for controllers, new loading screens, and bug fixes.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

These two apps finally fixed my creative workflow

Notion is a flexible tool for managing structured tasks like invoices and project tracking but can feel restrictive for creative workflows due to its need for organization. Capacities, on the other hand, allows for free thought and creativity without the pressure to categorize ideas immediately. The author has found that using both tools together enhances productivity: Capacities is used for brainstorming and collecting ideas, while Notion is utilized for structured tasks and organization. Each application serves distinct purposes, with Capacities fostering creativity and Notion providing a reliable system for daily operations.