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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
The 100 Best Strategy Games To Play In 2026
AppWizard
August 23, 2026

The 100 Best Strategy Games To Play In 2026

Hearts of Iron IV is a grand strategy game set during World War II, where players control a nation and navigate warfare, diplomacy, and military strategy. It offers extensive gameplay options, including resource management and political maneuvering, and is known for its replayability. Phoenix Point is a turn-based tactical strategy game set in a post-apocalyptic world, where players lead customizable squads against alien threats, emphasizing tactical decision-making. War on the Sea is a real-time tactical strategy game focused on naval battles in the Pacific Theater during World War II, featuring historically accurate ships and aircraft. Terra Invicta is a grand strategy game in Early Access, where players manage factions in a near-future scenario while preparing for potential interstellar conflict. Command & Conquer: Generals is a real-time strategy game featuring three factions: the United States, China, and the Global Liberation Army, known for its engaging gameplay. Cold Waters allows players to command a Cold War-era nuclear submarine, focusing on stealth tactics and realistic naval simulation. Gears Tactics is a turn-based game set in the Gears of War universe, where players lead a squad against the Locust Horde. Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector involves commanding Primaris Space Marines in tactical battles against Tyranids, with expansions enhancing gameplay. Company of Heroes 2 is a real-time strategy game set on the Eastern Front during World War II, featuring squad-based tactics and dynamic campaigns. Total War: Shogun 2 is set in feudal Japan, allowing players to command clans during the Sengoku Jidai period, combining tactical battles with strategic management.
I played the economic simulator that could 'make a convert out of Karl Marx himself' to see if it could convert me
AppWizard
August 17, 2026

I played the economic simulator that could ‘make a convert out of Karl Marx himself’ to see if it could convert me

An entrepreneur attempted to build a business empire starting with a department store in Jakarta that sold only laundry detergent, which led to financial losses due to a misalignment with market demand. Despite diversifying the product range to include cookies and leather shoes, losses continued. A later venture in Bombay, selling CPUs, silica, and raw tobacco, yielded a profit, albeit still negative. The entrepreneur learned valuable lessons about market demands and strategies, leading to a successful department store in Guangzhou that focused on shampoo and air conditioners, resulting in substantial profits. The game "Capitalism," which the entrepreneur engaged with, reflects the post-Cold War era and emphasizes the importance of adaptability and strategic thinking in business.
The game formerly known as Operation Flashpoint is getting a remaster, while developer Bohemia Interactive has released its engine source code
AppWizard
June 27, 2026

The game formerly known as Operation Flashpoint is getting a remaster, while developer Bohemia Interactive has released its engine source code

Operation Flashpoint debuted in June 2001 as a significant military simulator with an expansive open-world design, allowing players to engage in combined-arms warfare across large islands. Players could control various military assets and command squads, offering a level of realism and complexity ahead of its time. Bohemia Interactive announced plans to celebrate ArmA: Cold War Assault with a remastered edition featuring a reengineered Poseidon engine, widescreen support, and modern hardware compatibility. A demo is available, serving as a "self-contained slice" and a "sanctioned asset pack" for fans to create new content. Bohemia has released the complete engine source code on GitHub, upgraded to C++20 with cross-platform support, while ensuring that the license does not extend to the ArmA or Operation Flashpoint trademarks. Bohemia is also developing ArmA Reforger, which recreates iconic islands and serves as a testbed for the anticipated ArmA 4, set for release in 2027.
Everything Revealed During The PC Gaming Show 2026
AppWizard
June 8, 2026

Everything Revealed During The PC Gaming Show 2026

The PC Gaming Show 2026 featured over 60 new game announcements in a two-hour event. Key titles include: - Wielders of the Essence: Launching on November 5, demo available on Steam. - Warhammer 40,000: Darktide – Skitarii Class: Debuting on June 23, wishlist on Steam. - Spellsided: Unique RPG with a demo on Steam. - Star Trek: Outposts Unknown: Demo available on Steam. - Hack '95: Demo available on Steam. - Company of Heroes: Definitive Edition: Wishlist on Steam. - Red Kiss: Wishlist on Steam. - Arcane Eats: Demo available on Steam. - Serious Sam: Shatterverse: Sign up for playtest on Steam. - Control Resonant: Pre-orders available for September 24 release on Steam. - Sated: Wishlist on Steam. - Gone Feral: Wishlist and sign up for playtest on Steam. - Abiotic Factor – Entropic Break DLC: Coming this autumn, wishlist on Steam. - There Are No Ghosts at the Grand: Demo available on Steam. - Ssarseeker: Astroneer Expeditions: Early access begins June 11, wishlist on Steam. - Virtue and a Sledgehammer: Demo available on Steam. - Happy Bastards: Combat demo available on Steam. - Another Door: Demo available on Steam. - AfterQuest: Wishlist on Steam. - SlashZero: Wishlist and sign up for playtest on Steam. - Cassette Beasts 2002: Wishlist on Steam. - VOID/BREAKER: Major update available on Steam. - 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces: Available now on Steam. - Stronghold 4: Demo available on June 23, wishlist on Steam. - Wind Runners: Demo available on Steam. - Wardens of Avalon: Sign up for playtest on Steam. - Planet Zoo 2: Pre-orders available on Steam. - Empulse: Early access on June 24, available during Steam Next Feast on June 15. - Arkheron: Sign up for playtest on the game's website. - ReVamp: Sign up for playtest via the trailer's QR code. - Wardogs: Wishlist on Steam and sign up for playtests via the trailer's QR code. - Shroom and Gloom: New demo available. - Maximum Thunderness: Coming later this year, wishlist on Steam. - Rivage: Demo available. - Time Strike: Wishlist on Steam. - Signet City: Wishlist on Steam. - Mr. Magpie's Harmless Card Game: Available now on Steam. - Ascenders: Beyond the Peak: Demo available on Steam. - Outward 2: Beta available now. - Thief: The Dark Project Remastered: Remastering classic stealth game. - Exo Rally Championship: Off-road racing game. - Duskers 2.0: Available on Steam. - El Paso, Elsewhere 2: Wishlist on Steam. - Beast of Reincarnation: Launching on August 3, pre-order on Steam. - Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent: Available now on Steam. - To Kill a God: Demo available now. - Pipes.exe: Wishlist on Steam. - Sunset Summit: Available now on Steam. - Clowntown: Available for wishlist on Steam. - Armatus: Launching this winter, wishlist on Steam. - Dave The Diver – In the Jungle DLC: Wishlist on Steam. - Carcass Clad: Wishlist on Steam. - Total War: Warhammer 40,000: Beta opportunities to be announced. - About Fishing: Demo available on Steam. - Vampire: The Masquerade – Eternal Whispers: Emphasizes meaningful choices. - Valheim 1.0: Launching on September 9, 2026, download on Steam now. - P.O.N.: Wishlist on Steam. - Locator: The Search for Abigail Lidari: Wishlist on Steam. - Exodus: Features combat and exploration. - Remothered: Red Nun's Legacy: Third installment in the horror series. - Into the Wind: Wishlist on Steam.
If you've got a spare 200 hours, the massively ambitious sci-fi grand strategy from the creators of X-COM: The Long War just launched out of early access
AppWizard
January 10, 2026

If you’ve got a spare 200 hours, the massively ambitious sci-fi grand strategy from the creators of X-COM: The Long War just launched out of early access

Video games, particularly Terra Invicta, are proposed as simulations to prepare humanity for potential extraterrestrial threats. Terra Invicta combines elements of X-COM and grand strategy games, challenging players to prepare Earth for an alien invasion while managing global politics. Players can adopt various strategies, including resisting or submitting to the aliens. The recent 1.0 update introduces a new starting condition set in 2026, text localization in five languages, and significant content additions such as new regions and a realistic combat mode. The game’s developers, Pavonis Interactive, indicate ongoing development with plans for new scenarios and mechanics. Terra Invicta is currently available at a 35% discount, reducing its price from £35 to £23.
From Borderlands 4 to Expedition 33, Fanatical's Black Friday prices are cheaper than Steam
AppWizard
November 22, 2025

From Borderlands 4 to Expedition 33, Fanatical’s Black Friday prices are cheaper than Steam

Steam is not hosting its own Black Friday sale, but Fanatical is offering a Black Friday sale with various game discounts. Notable titles include: - Borderlands 4: .99 (£41.99, 30% off) - Dynasty Warriors: Origins: .59 (£41.59, 36% off) - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: .23 (£30.23, 28% off) - V Rising: .23 (£11.23, 62% off) - Marvel's Spider-Man 2: .49 (£35.49, 29% off) - Ghostrunner 2: .59 (£5.59, 84% off) - Horizon: Forbidden West - Complete Edition: .39 (46% off) - The Precinct: .74 (£13.74, 45% off) - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: .49 (£38.49, 45% off) Fanatical's Flash Deals will feature three discounted titles daily from November 21, 2025, to November 30, 2025.
All Black Ops 7 Zombies field upgrades
AppWizard
November 4, 2025

All Black Ops 7 Zombies field upgrades

The latest installment of Black Ops 7 Zombies features six field upgrades: Toxic Growth, Dark Flare, Healing Aura, Frenzied Guard, Energy Mine, and Aether Shroud. Each upgrade can be selected during the loadout phase and swapped mid-game, requiring players to defeat enemies to charge them, with increasing costs for subsequent uses. 1. Toxic Growth: A defensive upgrade that creates poisonous thorns to block pathways and damage enemies. Players can deploy up to three at once. - Major Augments: Urticant, Cordyception, Pollination, Zoochory. - Minor Augments: Ankle Shredder, Green Thumb, Extra Charge, Plant Food. 2. Dark Flare: Unleashes a beam of energy that inflicts shadow damage. - Major Augments: Extension, Supernova, Dark Pact, Adjustment, Muzzle Blast. - Minor Augments: Broad Beam, Heavy Gloom, Extra Charge, Dusk Flame. 3. Healing Aura: Restores health to allies completely. - Major Augments: Resilience, Enduring Radiance, Persistence, Necromancer. - Minor Augments: Inner Strength, Protection, Stoic Presence, Cornucopia. 4. Frenzied Guard: Repairs the user's armor and redirects enemy attacks to the armor. - Major Augments: Phalanx, Retribution, Frenzy Fire, Fists of Frenzy. - Minor Augments: Repair Boost, Extension, Rally, Dual Layer. 5. Energy Mine: Deploys a mine that detonates multiple times near enemies. - Major Augments: Scatter, Turret, Carousel, Smart Mine. - Minor Augments: Frequency Boost, Extra Charge, Siren, Recycle. 6. Aether Shroud: Grants invisibility and allows players to phase into the Dark Aether. - Major Augments: Group Shroud, Burst Dash, Void Sheath, Afterimage. - Minor Augments: Instant Reload, Extra Charge, Extension, Impulse.
Battlefield 6's first batch of soldier skins is more tactical than tacti-cool, but if you thought that one green skin was a step too far, I don't know what to tell you
AppWizard
October 23, 2025

Battlefield 6’s first batch of soldier skins is more tactical than tacti-cool, but if you thought that one green skin was a step too far, I don’t know what to tell you

The debate over the aesthetics of cosmetics in modern FPS games, particularly in Battlefield 6, focuses on whether to adopt a tactical or 'tacti-cool' approach. As Season 1 progresses, early impressions suggest that the new cosmetics largely maintain a realistic military style, with designs like the Unflinching and Regiment skins aligning closely with the original launch aesthetics. However, some skins, such as the Fearmonger and Samhain, introduce more flamboyant elements reminiscent of styles seen in Call of Duty. Despite these extravagant designs, most new skins integrate well with Battlefield 6's visual identity. EA's goal for Battlefield 6 as a successful live service may lead to a demand for broader appeal in future skins, with Season 2 expected to introduce new designs in the new year.
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