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November 16, 2025

As players flood back to my survival game of choice, its director is planning new updates “for years to come” after 1.0

The recent update, Enshrouded: Wake of the Water, has attracted players back to the survival game, which has over four and a half million players since its launch two years ago. The development team has grown from around 40 to approximately 80 members. The 1.0 release is targeted for 2026, with ongoing plans for a console version and various enhancements. Player engagement has increased, with active counts between 30,000 to 50,000, and a stable base of around 10,000 during quieter periods. Keen Games has implemented a 'feature wish' board for players to suggest and vote on ideas. The team plans to continue supporting the game with new content after the 1.0 release. Enshrouded is currently available at a 20% discount on Steam until November 24, priced at .99 / £19.99.

AppWizard

October 11, 2025

The bold and futile attempt to fix the disastrous Aliens: Colonial Marines

Aliens: Colonial Marines is a PC game known for its numerous bugs and unfinished mechanics, attributed to Gearbox Software's resource diversion to Borderlands 2. The modding group TemplarGFX is working on a project called Aliens: Colonial Marines Overhaul (ACMO) to improve the game. ACMO focuses on mechanical changes, including rebalancing difficulty levels, reworking the weapon system, and overhauling alien AI. Initial improvements include better weapon positioning and enhanced flashlight effectiveness. However, pacing issues and awkward character navigation remain. Combat enhancements include improved visual feedback and effects, but AI behavior is still erratic, leading to unsatisfying encounters. Despite these efforts, many glitches persist, and the fundamental flaws of the original game continue to affect the experience.

AppWizard

September 11, 2025

Minecraft Live goes copper-heavy — and the surprises aren’t over

Mojang Studios will host Minecraft Live events twice a year, with the next event scheduled for September 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. CEST. The event will showcase the upcoming "The Copper Age" update, which is expected to introduce new features, including the Copper Golem and copper-themed items. A specific release date for "The Copper Age" has not been disclosed, but it may be announced during the event, with speculation of a surprise launch. The update will mark the third game drop of the year, with a fourth anticipated for winter. Mojang is also expected to reveal additional features during the event, including new shelves and decorative blocks made from copper. The Minecraft Live Mob Vote will not return.

AppWizard

August 4, 2025

The Witcher 3 mod adds enhanced physics, new animations, and improved precision when dismembering enemies

The modder Kradiarumas has released a new mod for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt that enhances the game's dismemberment system. This mod introduces a more dynamic physics engine for dismemberment, allowing for improved precision and a 100% chance of dismemberment with every strike. It also revives the spinning sword attack from the E3 2014 gameplay reveal. The mod is available in five versions and is compatible with both Next-Gen and Old-Gen editions of the game. Other mods in the community include a first-person mod, the HD Reworked Project, and various combat and quest enhancements. Recent mods have restored boat races, added new quests, and reinstated a cut reputation system. Additionally, mods utilizing Ray Tracing technology have been introduced, such as the RTX Mirrors Mod and one that enhances fire effects.