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With Silent Hill 2's source code still MIA, a dedicated fan has decided to restore the game's CGI renders: 'Takayoshi' Sato's work was incredible for its time'
AppWizard
April 26, 2026

With Silent Hill 2’s source code still MIA, a dedicated fan has decided to restore the game’s CGI renders: ‘Takayoshi’ Sato’s work was incredible for its time’

Bloober Team's 2024 remake of Silent Hill 2 has introduced significant changes, leading fans to desire a remastered version of the original game. However, Konami has reportedly lost the source code for the final version, making a remaster challenging. A user from the r/silenthill community, Rashmunchel, is upscaling the game's CGI art, restoring various assets including model renders and cutscene stills. They confirmed the use of a generative AI upscaler but emphasized the importance of manual editing to maintain the original aesthetic. Rashmunchel's project aims to preserve the legacy of Silent Hill 2 in the absence of official efforts.
LEGO Minecraft book exclusive minifigure revealed
AppWizard
April 26, 2026

LEGO Minecraft book exclusive minifigure revealed

LEGO Minecraft: Craft Your Quest will be released on October 8, 2026, with pre-orders currently open on Amazon. The book includes over 40 LEGO elements, a play scene, a poster, and stickers, and features an Ori minifigure resembling the one on the cover. The hardcover edition is priced at £19.99, and pre-order customers will benefit from a price guarantee. A list of book-exclusive LEGO minifigures for 2026 will also be available, featuring themes like Marvel, DC, and NINJAGO.
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AppWizard
April 25, 2026

With Silent Hill 2’s source code still MIA, a dedicated fan has decided to restore the game’s CGI renders: ‘Takayoshi’ Sato’s work was incredible for its time’

The remake of Silent Hill 2 by Bloober Team has sparked renewed interest in the classic game, but fans desire a remastered version of the original. However, Konami has lost the source code for the final version of Silent Hill 2, making a remaster challenging. A fan named Rashmunchel from the r/silenthill community is working on restoring the game's CGI artwork, originally created by Takayoshi Sato. This restoration includes model renders, in-game images, cutscene stills, and animation frames, with a focus on a close-up of protagonist James Sunderland. Rashmunchel used a generative AI upscaler to enhance the low-quality images but refined the results in Photoshop to maintain authenticity. This grassroots effort aims to preserve the legacy of Silent Hill 2 in the absence of an official remaster.
Moving Valheim away from being an MMO was "the best decision" the team made
AppWizard
April 25, 2026

Moving Valheim away from being an MMO was “the best decision” the team made

Valheim is a Norse-inspired survival game developed by Iron Gate Studio, which allows players to build homes and fight monsters. It is set to release its 1.0 version five years after its initial launch. The game has been compared to titles like Rust but maintains a unique charm. The development team decided against an MMO format, which they consider "the best design decision." Valheim began as a test project for networking solutions, evolving into a game focused on single-player and small group experiences. The Nordic theme was chosen for its compatibility with the gameplay, despite the CEO Richard Svensson not being a fan of Viking lore. The game's art style was developed out of necessity, allowing for easier solo production. Each biome in the game is created separately, with influences from games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, while loosely incorporating Norse mythology. Valheim has achieved financial success and critical acclaim during its early access phase, enabling Iron Gate Studio to focus on its development. The game is currently available on Steam at a 50% discount. Indie Game Works, featuring a chapter on Valheim, is available in limited and general editions.
120 Steam users now own 20,000 games or more, three whales own over 40,000 games — one player's library is worth nearly $750,000 at today’s prices
AppWizard
April 25, 2026

120 Steam users now own 20,000 games or more, three whales own over 40,000 games — one player’s library is worth nearly $750,000 at today’s prices

120 individuals have collections of 20,000 games or more on Steam, with the largest collection belonging to Sonix, who has 43,085 titles valued at nearly 0,000. Many gamers own hundreds or thousands of titles and often buy the same game multiple times due to sales. Playing through a collection of 40,000 games would take approximately seven years of continuous gameplay or 21 years with eight hours of daily gaming. Building such a library could take around three months of dedicated effort, assuming one minute per game purchase.
The 7th Guest Remake launches in June, bringing back one of the earliest PC CD-ROM games
AppWizard
April 23, 2026

The 7th Guest Remake launches in June, bringing back one of the earliest PC CD-ROM games

PC CD-ROM drives led to the development of notable games like Myst, Star Wars: Rebel Assault, and The 7th Guest. Nintendo secured rights for The 7th Guest for a planned SNES CD add-on, which was never released. In 2023, The 7th Guest was re-released on the Nintendo eShop after three decades. Vertigo Games is remaking The 7th Guest, featuring reimagined puzzles and environments, with a scheduled launch on June 4th, priced at .99, available on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version expected later. Owners of The 7th Guest VR on Steam or PlayStation will access the remake for free, and those who purchase the remake on Steam or PS5 will receive The 7th Guest VR for free on Steam VR or PlayStation VR2.
Changing This One Windows Setting Can Make File Explorer Run Much Better
Winsage
April 23, 2026

Changing This One Windows Setting Can Make File Explorer Run Much Better

Windows 11's File Explorer has been criticized for sluggish performance, with users experiencing unresponsive commands and crashes. Windows 10 still retains over 30% of the desktop Windows market share despite being out of support. Disabling the "Automatic Folder Type Discovery" feature can enhance File Explorer's speed. This feature scans folders and assigns view types based on contents, which can slow down access, especially in folders with many files. To disable it, users must back up the Registry and navigate to a specific path in the Registry Editor to create a new string value named "FolderType" with the value "NotSpecified." After making this change, users will notice improved loading speed, but folders will display a generic view instead of one tailored to specific file types.
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