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AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has sold half a million copies

Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has sold over 500,000 copies within three days of its launch. The game was released on multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and Nintendo Switch. It became the second highest grossing title on Steam, following Counter-Strike 2. Developer Level 5 expressed gratitude for the support and released a new illustration to celebrate the achievement.

AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Trash Goblin (PC) Review

Trash Goblin is a game where players take on the role of a goblin managing a shop that resells items salvaged from refuse. The narrative is minimalist, focusing on acquiring, refurbishing, and selling items, with charming interactions with humans and fantastical beings. The gameplay includes a block puzzle mechanic for item discovery and a "clock" system that limits players to six actions per in-game day, which disrupts the cozy atmosphere. There are no penalties for not fulfilling customer requests, raising questions about the purpose of customer interactions. While players can upgrade tools and expand storage, the lack of meaningful management elements diminishes the incentive to continue playing. The developers have a clear vision for the game, but its mechanics do not fully support a satisfying cozy simulation experience. Suggestions for improvement include removing the clock system and reimagining customer interactions.

AppWizard

May 26, 2025

Co-op first-person roguelite adventure game UnderMire announced for PC

Table Knight Games is developing a cooperative first-person roguelite adventure game titled UnderMire, set to launch on PC via Steam in 2026. The game supports one to four players and features a crafting system, proximity voice chat, and a narrative involving four teenagers trapped in a magical bunker. Players will explore an ever-changing environment, utilize improvised gameplay, and manage a fear gauge to avoid negative consequences. The game includes unique mechanics such as a smush gel for crafting bombs and potions, magical tools for combat, and quests from a spirit cat named McClane. First screenshots of the game are available.

AppWizard

May 19, 2025

Cozy Food Puzzler Game Umami Announced For PC

Indie game developer Mimmox is set to release a cozy food-themed puzzle game titled Umami for PC in 2025. Players will engage in culinary creation by assembling meals from various food items in a timer-free environment. The game features 15 hand-painted dioramas, whimsical characters like Chef Bumblebake and Chef Sushiba, and opportunities to uncover hidden treasures. Umami promotes exploration and enjoyment without penalties for mistakes, aiming to provide a relaxing gaming experience. A trailer showcasing the game's mechanics and visuals is available for players.

AppWizard

May 14, 2025

A Minecraft Movie is out on digital so now your kid can throw popcorn around the living room instead of the theater when the chicken jockey shows up

Warner Bros. has released A Minecraft Movie for digital viewing after it grossed over 0 million globally in five weeks. The film is available for rent at .99 or for purchase at .99 on streaming platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV. It is currently the highest-grossing film of the year in the U.S. and the second highest-grossing video game adaptation of all time. The film inspired a song that reached the Billboard Hot 100 and generated numerous memes. A Minecraft Movie was dethroned in its third weekend by Sinners and later outperformed by Thunderbolts, and it is now showing in select theaters on limited screens. A physical copy will be released on June 24, with a streaming debut on Max expected within a month.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Calling all cozy mystery fans: the follow-up to 2022’s best puzzle game gives you even more ways to play detective

Strange Antiquities is a game set in the town of Undermere, where players run a curio shop and assist customers with peculiar requests involving occult relics. Players gather an eclectic inventory of items, such as stone tablets and brass effigies, each with its own story. The game features evolved mechanics for identifying artifacts through visual and tactile exploration, allowing players to assess qualities like color, texture, warmth, and hardness. An innovative feature called "inner perception" encourages players to tap into their intuition regarding the emotional qualities of items. Exploration is also a key component, with players navigating a map to discover new artifacts and information. The game promises a rich and immersive experience, blending cozy and eerie atmospheres as players curate their collections and craft narratives.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Tales of the Shire embraces a ‘clutter-core experience’ with grid-free decorating for your Hobbit house

Tales of the Shire is a life simulation game set to release on July 29, transporting players to the village of Bywater, inspired by Hobbiton. Players can engage in activities such as gardening, fishing, cooking, crafting, and home decorating. The game features a grid-free decorating system, allowing players to arrange items freely, creating personalized spaces that reflect individual tastes. This method is designed to evoke the whimsical interiors seen in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films. Additionally, dynamic camera angles will enhance the decorating experience by providing a top-down view for easier navigation. The game will be available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, and is currently open for wishlisting on Steam.

BetaBeacon

May 4, 2025

The 24 Best Idle Games To Sink Your Time Into In 2025

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AppWizard

May 2, 2025

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in May

In May, several notable games are set to release, including Among Us 3D, Revenge of the Savage Planet, and Elden Ring Nightreign. Events include Gamescom Latam in São Paulo until May 4, PAX East in Boston from May 8 to May 11, EVO Japan in Tokyo from May 9 to May 11, and the Six One Indie Showcase on May 22. Steam Fest sales will feature themed events: Wargames Fest (April 28 - May 5), Creature Collector Fest (May 12 - May 19), and Zombies vs. Vampires Fest (May 26 – June 2). Upcoming game releases include: - May 5: Drop Dutchy - May 8: Captain Blood, Creature Keeper, Empyreal, The Midnight Walk, Yes, Your Grace: Snowfall - May 9: Anoxia Station - May 15: Capcom Fighting Collection 2 - May 21: JDM: Japanese Drift Master, Fantasy Life: The Girl Who Steals Time, Gundam Seed Battle Destiny, Bonaparte - A Mechanized Revolution - May 22: Deliver At All Costs, TMNT: Tactical Takedown - May 23: Onimusha 2 - May 28: To a T, As We Descend - May 29: A Nice Day for Fishing - May 30: F1 25

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

Get 93% off this 31-piece PC board games mega bundle, packed with classics

The Play for Miracles Humble Bundle offers 31 keys for acclaimed PC board games, curated by Twin Sails Interactive, at a discounted price of /£15.08, down from /£207. The bundle includes popular titles such as Terraforming Mars, Carcassonne, A Game of Thrones: The Board Game, Blood Rage, Splendor, Agricola, Isle of Skye, and The Lord of the Rings: Adventure Card Game. A lower-tier package is available for /£3.77, providing access to 10 games. Proceeds from the bundle support Humble, Twin Sails, and the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, which provides healthcare services for children in the USA and Canada.