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September's first wave of Xbox Game Pass games revealed, and it brings RuneScape to console for the first time
AppWizard
September 2, 2026

September’s first wave of Xbox Game Pass games revealed, and it brings RuneScape to console for the first time

The September lineup for PC and Xbox Game Pass includes the co-op survival game Dragonwilds, which releases on September 15th and is the first console title for the RuneScape franchise. It has been in early access since last spring and received "very positive" feedback on Steam. Other titles coming to Game Pass include SpeedRunners 2, The Royal Writ, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War. Notable titles leaving Game Pass on September 15th include Cyberpunk 2077, Dead Cells, and Deep Rock Galactic Survivor. Game Pass games coming in September: - Shelldiver (1st September) - Speedrunners 2: King of Speed (3rd September) - Dice a Million (4th September) - Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War (8th September) - The Royal Writ (10th September) - Virtua Fighter 5 REVO World Stage (10th September) - RuneScape: Dragonwilds (15th September) Leaving Game Pass on 15th September: - Commandos: Origins - Cricket 24 - Cyberpunk 2077 - Dead Cells - Deep Rock Galactic Survivor - Frostpunk 2 - Mullet Madjack - Spiritfarer - Superliminal - Train Sim World 5
New 95-Rated PC Game Beats Modern Warfare 4 and Mortal Shell II to #1 Best-Selling Steam Game
AppWizard
August 29, 2026

New 95-Rated PC Game Beats Modern Warfare 4 and Mortal Shell II to #1 Best-Selling Steam Game

A new game titled How to Fish, priced at .99, has become the best-selling game on Steam for the week of August 18 to August 25, surpassing titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Mortal Shell II, and Star Wars: Zero Company. It has an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating with a 95% approval from over 12,200 reviews. Developed by Dazed Games, How to Fish achieved this ranking within eight days of its release. Following it in the rankings are Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 at #2, Mortal Shell II at #3, Wardogs at #4, and Stalker 2 at #5. The previous week's best-selling game was Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, which has since dropped in sales. Several titles have fallen out of the top ten, including No Room in Hell 2 and Total War: Warhammer II. Star Wars: Zero Company is currently the #1 best-selling game, although its ranking may be affected by its shorter release window.
It's Time. How to Get Early Access to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta
AppWizard
August 22, 2026

It’s Time. How to Get Early Access to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta

Activision is set to launch Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on October 23, 2026. The Early Access Beta will run from August 21 at 2 p.m. ET to August 25 at 1 p.m. ET, available for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, requiring a preorder. Players can preload the beta starting August 20 at noon ET. The open beta will take place from August 28 at 1 p.m. ET to September 1 at 1 p.m. ET, accessible to all players on Xbox, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, with preload available from August 26 at noon ET. To access the Early Access Beta, players can either preorder the game or have an active Discord Nitro subscription. Minimum system requirements for the PC beta include Windows 10 64 Bit, AMD Ryzen 5 1600 or Intel Core i5-8400, 12GB RAM, and specific video card requirements. Recommended requirements include Windows 11 64 Bit, AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i7-8700, 16GB RAM, and higher-end video cards.
2 Steam top sellers, 2 simultaneous betas, 2 very different shooters: It's Wardogs & Modern Warfare weekend
AppWizard
August 21, 2026

2 Steam top sellers, 2 simultaneous betas, 2 very different shooters: It’s Wardogs & Modern Warfare weekend

Two highly-anticipated military first-person shooter titles, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Wardogs, are offering beta access to pre-order customers. Call of Duty is currently leading sales on Steam, while Wardogs has over one million wishlists and is gaining popularity. Wardogs features a short time-to-kill mechanic, expansive maps, and aims to balance realism with accessibility. The game is designed to attract fans of mainstream shooters and battle royales. The pre-order price is set, and players are encouraged to request refunds if the beta does not meet expectations. Over 87,000 participants are currently facing server issues due to high interest.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta dates: How to sign up for both MW4 beta weekends
AppWizard
August 21, 2026

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta dates: How to sign up for both MW4 beta weekends

Players can participate in beta tests for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 before its official release in October. - Early Access Beta starts on August 21 for pre-order customers. - Open Beta begins on August 28 for all players. - Pre-order customers may need a beta code, depending on their purchase method. - Codes will be available during the Call of Duty: Next Showcase on August 21 at 9 am PDT. - Most maps and modes will be available during both beta weekends, with some exclusives. - Pre-loading for the open beta starts on August 26 at 9 am PDT. Players who participated in the early access beta will not need to download the game again but may receive updates.
Game Pass needs to nail three things to stay alive
AppWizard
August 18, 2026

Game Pass needs to nail three things to stay alive

Microsoft raised the price of Game Pass Ultimate to .99 per month during the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, but later reduced it to .99 per month after layoffs and leadership changes. New Call of Duty titles will now be available on the service a year after their initial release. Microsoft has invested nearly a decade and approximately 0 billion into Game Pass, which is central to its gaming strategy. An Xbox console ranges from 9 to 9, and many gamers already own devices like smartphones or laptops. Game Pass allows access to a vast library of games on various devices, including tablets and unconventional devices, as long as there is a stable internet connection.
How to Find Every Major PC VR Mod in One Place
AppWizard
August 18, 2026

How to Find Every Major PC VR Mod in One Place

The PCVR Central database, initiated by Reddit user ‘camracks’, serves as a centralized hub for VR mods that allow users to play flatscreen PC games in virtual reality. It currently catalogs over 1,500 games and nearly 900 VR mods, featuring popular titles like Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare and Cyberpunk 2077. The database provides links to mod repositories rather than hosting mods directly, enhancing searchability and allowing users to connect their Steam accounts for personalized mod displays. It includes a user rating and review system, categorizes mods by VR compatibility, and offers details on modder activity and installation complexity. The creator plans to expand the database with additional tools and features for PC VR enthusiasts.
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