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AppWizard

December 2, 2025

Owlcat Games reveals a detailed look into Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy’s Investigation system — Become a fair judge or a biased executioner

Owlcat Games has revealed the Investigation system in their upcoming CRPG, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, where players act as acolytes of the Inquisition, investigating crime and conspiracy in the Calixis Sector. Players must gather clues, collaborate with party members, and use tools like Servo Skull Swarms and terrain analyzers while being cautious of misleading evidence. A Detective Journal is used to catalog evidence and analyze clues alongside NPC testimonies. Players must compile a report for the Inquisition at the end of investigations, detailing evidence, moral choices, and guilt determinations, with the option to impose punishment even without conclusive evidence. The game is set to release on PC, with a date yet to be announced, while the previous title, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, is available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC through Steam.

AppWizard

November 23, 2025

Team Cherry says that ‘if there were ever other’ Hollow Knight games after Silksong, they’d all be self-contained and ‘exist alongside one another’

Silksong has been released by Team Cherry, meeting community expectations and establishing its own identity as both a sequel and a self-contained adventure. The developers have indicated a commitment to this duality in future projects within the Hollow Knight universe. Team Cherry's development approach is characterized by a relaxed and exploratory pace, leading fans to speculate about potential future titles. The excitement surrounding their innovative spirit suggests ongoing discussions about their projects will continue for years to come.

AppWizard

November 18, 2025

OK, for real though, what’s the chance of a Half-Life 3 announcement happening soon? Here’s what we know

The gaming community has been speculating about Half-Life 3 for two decades, with no formal announcement yet made. However, there is renewed optimism for a new Half-Life game announcement within the next year due to several factors: the release of the VR-exclusive Half-Life: Alyx in 2020, which sets the stage for future installments; the five-year gap since the last major release; Valve's recent hardware announcements; and hints during the 20th anniversary of Half-Life 2. Gabe Newell has indicated that Valve is hesitant to continue the series without significant innovation. The potential for a new Half-Life may involve VR, but this could alienate non-VR fans. Other possibilities include a new Portal game or a spinoff set in the Half-Life universe, with the Borealis ship remaining unexplored in the lore. Newell's recent interests in deep-sea exploration and neuroscience may suggest unexpected developments for the franchise.

AppWizard

November 10, 2025

Battlestar Galactica Deadlock, one of the PC’s best spaceship strategy games, ‘will no longer be available for purchase on any platform’ as of next week

Battlestar Galactica: Deadlock will be removed from Steam and all other platforms on November 15. The game and its expansions will be "phased out" from sale, as announced by publisher Slitherine. Deadlock, released in 2017, features unique combat mechanics set during the First Cylon War, where players engage in simultaneous encounters. Slitherine has previously delisted other titles this year, but Deadlock will be entirely removed from all storefronts. A new game, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, is set for release early next year, offering a different tactical roguelike experience.

AppWizard

October 3, 2025

Destiny Code Demo appears on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store

aNCHOR has released a complimentary demo version of Destiny Code for PC, available for download on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Players can provide feedback through a dedicated support form to help improve the demo and the upcoming full release, which will initially launch through Early Access. The demo supports Japanese, English, and Chinese (Traditional and Simplified). The game follows Hart Grancer, an agent infiltrating an academy, who must teach a group of girls while uncovering a conspiracy related to the "Grimforge."

AppWizard

September 28, 2025

This survival game is like Subnautica in space, and you can grab it and eight other games for just $12

Breathedge is a survival game set in space where players must manage oxygen and resources after becoming embroiled in a cosmic conspiracy. The game features a character named Man, who constructs a space station while navigating his predicament. Chernobylite is another survival game set in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, where players control Igor, searching for his missing fiancée amidst radiation threats. Both games are part of the Lone Survivor bundle available for £10.68 at Humble Bundle, which includes other titles like Conan Exiles and State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition, offering a total value of £183.32.

AppWizard

July 17, 2025

The Drifter review

Powerhoof's upcoming title, The Drifter, is set for release on July 18, 2025. It features point-and-click mechanics and a narrative rooted in urban noir. The game presents a world inspired by traditional noir settings, with locations that contribute to an evolving narrative. Players engage with puzzles that require lateral thinking, using an intuitive user interface. The visual artistry enhances the storytelling, while the narrative explores themes of regret and the desire to forget. The protagonist, Carter, experiences a journey focused on erasure rather than redemption. The supporting cast includes characters with varying degrees of complexity, though some inconsistencies affect narrative cohesion.

Winsage

July 17, 2025

Windows 10 update messes up emoji picker, proving that even though the OS is about to shuffle into its grave, Microsoft can still break stuff

Windows 10's July update (KB5062554) has caused the emoji picker functionality to malfunction, particularly affecting the search feature, which now returns error messages indicating no results. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix for users on Windows 10, version 22H2. Some users have reported that uninstalling the July update resolves the problem. The update has sparked discontent among users, with discussions occurring on platforms like Reddit. Speculation exists regarding Microsoft's motivations for making changes to Windows 10 as it approaches its End of Life in October 2025.

AppWizard

June 22, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Rhythm bundles, fishing festivals, and DRM-free summer sales

The Humble Store has launched its June Tunes collection, which includes three pricing tiers: the first tier features Wanderson, Everhood, and Onde; the second tier includes Rhythm Fighter, One Btn Bosses, and Oddada; and the top tier showcases Trombone Champ, DJMAX RESPECT V, and Ragnarock. Additionally, Humble has introduced the Serenity Forge Storyteller's Bundle, consisting of 12 indie games like LISA the Joyful, LISA the Painful, Neversong, Death's Gambit, and Smile for Me, divided into three pricing tiers. The Epic Games Store is offering The Operator for free until June 26, replacing Two Point Hospital. Three games are available for free weekend access: Victoria 3, Len's Island, and Dead by Daylight. The GOG store has started its summer sale with thousands of DRM-free games at reduced prices.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

‘The game should speak for itself’: MindsEye’s publisher denies developer claims of a conspiratorial ‘effort to trash’ it

MindsEye, created by a co-founder of the Grand Theft Auto series, has received mostly negative reviews on Steam, with criticisms highlighting a lack of charm. Build a Rocket Boy co-CEO Mark Gerhard suggested that the negative feedback may be due to a conspiracy involving paid bots, while Hakan Abrak, another key figure at the studio, dismissed these claims and emphasized that the game should speak for itself. The game's showcase at the Summer Games Fest failed to captivate audiences, evoking nostalgia for past titles rather than presenting innovation. The studio's other project, Everywhere, is seen as having potential, but the negative reception of MindsEye could impact future endeavors.