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The new Rusty Lake game is a grim, sinister tale of family, destiny, and cooking: I fed a man porridge filled with dead bugs and he told me it tasted good
AppWizard
August 18, 2026

The new Rusty Lake game is a grim, sinister tale of family, destiny, and cooking: I fed a man porridge filled with dead bugs and he told me it tasted good

Rusty Lake's "Servant of the Lake" is a point-and-click puzzle adventure game that explores themes of familial obligation and tradition in a rural setting. The gameplay is linear, with predetermined paths and an emphasis on uncovering secrets rather than making significant choices. The game has received positive feedback, achieving an "overwhelmingly positive" rating on Steam with over 4,500 reviews and a peak of 28,000 concurrent users on its launch day. Rusty Lake co-founder Robin Ras expressed satisfaction with the game's success, which mirrors that of their previous title, "The Past Within." The game is currently available on Steam at a discounted price until August 27, and a free demo is also offered. The studio is planning future projects, including another game titled "Falling Apart."
The Best PC Games Right Now (2025)
AppWizard
April 19, 2025

The Best PC Games Right Now (2025)

PC gaming in 2025 features a mix of innovative remasters, indie titles, and new intellectual properties, providing a wide range of experiences for gamers. The most played games on Steam include Counter-Strike 2, PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, and Dota 2, with Counter-Strike 2 leading in player engagement due to its esports scene. Notable new releases include Blue Prince, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, and Promise Mascot Agency. Other popular games outside Steam are Minecraft, Fortnite, and Valorant. Genre-specific leaders include South of Midnight for action, Myst (Remastered) for adventure, and Street Fighter 6 for fighting. Upcoming anticipated titles include Grand Theft Auto 6 and Elden Ring: Nightreign. Trends in 2025 highlight esports engagement, indie innovation, purposeful remakes, and cinematic storytelling. Last Epoch's Season 2 update has revitalized player interest with new content and enhancements. The year 2019 was significant for PC gaming, with acclaimed titles like Resident Evil 2, Control, and Disco Elysium, and marked by the influence of digital distribution platforms.
Concord dev reflects on the last 8 years of development, 'We don't get a lot of launch days in our careers'
AppWizard
August 22, 2024

Concord dev reflects on the last 8 years of development, ‘We don’t get a lot of launch days in our careers’

Lead character designer Jon Weisnewski announced the launch of Concord, a hero shooter developed by Firewalk Studios for approximately eight years, with Weisnewski involved for nearly five years. Players who participated in the closed beta reported a mix of enthusiasm and skepticism, praising the game's gun mechanics and character uniqueness but expressing concerns about its marketing and potential failure. Concord will officially launch tomorrow at a price of £35, featuring six modes, 12 maps, and 16 characters, with plans for an expanded roster starting in October and further updates in January and April.
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