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AppWizard

June 26, 2025

4K Blu-ray Review: A Minecraft Movie

A Minecraft Movie is the highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2025, with ticket sales reaching 0 million and poised to cross the billion threshold. The film features Jack Black as the voice of Steve, who embarks on a journey in the Overworld after discovering the Orb of Dominance. Despite its humorous tone and strong visual and audio presentation, the film lacks character development and fails to explore deeper themes related to creativity and adulthood. It includes supporting characters like Garrett, Henry, and Natalie, but their potential is not fully realized. The 4K Blu-ray release includes special features such as behind-the-scenes content and actor experiences with the game.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

Industry vet David Miller joins Coatsink

David Miller has been appointed as the head of business development at Coatsink after a five-year tenure at War Child UK, where he led gaming partnerships and raised funds for youth in conflict zones. His previous experience includes roles at Bandai Namco, Bossa Studios, ITV, and The Imaginarium Studios. Coatsink, founded in 2009, was acquired by Thunderful Group in 2020 for .9 million, excluding performance payouts, enhancing its position in the indie gaming sector.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

New on Home Video: “The Minecraft Movie” on Blu-ray + Digital

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures will release "The Minecraft Movie" on home video starting June 24, 2025. The film, based on the 2011 video game by Mojang Studios, has grossed nearly billion globally, making it the largest domestic opening of 2025 and the highest-grossing film based on a video game. Directed by Jared Hess, it has a runtime of 101 minutes and is rated PG for violence/action, language, suggestive/rude humor, and some scary images. The cast includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Sebastian Hanson, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Coolidge, Rachel House, Jemaine Clement, and Matt Berry. The story follows four misfits who are transported to the Overworld and must navigate challenges to return home. Special features on the home video release include several featurettes about the film's world-building, unique mobs, music, and behind-the-scenes experiences.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

A Minecraft Movie (4K UHD Blu-ray Review)

A Minecraft Movie, directed by Jared Hess, is set to release on June 24, 2025, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks. The story follows four characters—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers), and Dawn (Brooks)—who are transported to the Overworld, where they must team up with Steve (Black) to fend off threats while trying to return home. The film showcases vibrant visuals in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision and HDR-10, accompanied by a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release includes special features such as behind-the-scenes featurettes and interviews. A Minecraft Movie is available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital from Legendary Pictures & Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

Winsage

June 25, 2025

New FileFix Exploit Uses Windows File Explorer to Run Malicious Commands

A newly identified exploit called "FileFix" manipulates Windows File Explorer to execute harmful commands while remaining within a web browser. Developed by security researcher mr.d0x, it builds on the ClickFix social engineering attack. FileFix uses the file upload feature on websites, prompting users to copy a malicious PowerShell command disguised as a file path. When users paste this path into the File Explorer address bar, it executes the command without their knowledge. The attack exploits familiar workflows, bypassing user skepticism and does not require elevated privileges or complex malware. Security experts warn that FileFix could enable the delivery of infostealers, ransomware, or other malware, posing a significant risk to individuals and organizations. Users are advised to be cautious of instructions to copy and paste file paths from unfamiliar sources, monitor for suspicious processes initiated by browsers, and keep security software updated.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

Nothing’s bare-bones gallery app scores a major upgrade as Phone 3 launch draws closer

The Nothing Gallery app has received a substantial update that enhances user experience with new editing tools for images and videos. Key features include six cropping and rotation tools, a color grading feature with twelve tuning parameters, and ten adjustable filters. A basic video editor has also been introduced, allowing users to trim clips, adjust audio volume, and modify slow-motion speeds. The update includes performance improvements, with transitions from the camera to the gallery being over 20% faster and image processing speeds improved by up to 25%. AI-powered photo categorization has been integrated for a more cohesive visual interface. The update will be available via the Google Play Store for eligible devices by tomorrow.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

BBC Earth and Minecraft Education bring new Building With Dinosaurs gaming adventure

BBC Earth and Minecraft Education are launching a new gaming adventure called Building With Dinosaurs, inspired by the series Walking With Dinosaurs, which will be released on June 24th. This initiative allows students to act as palaeontologists, excavating dino-blocks to construct models of Spinosaurus, Lusotitan, and Triceratops. A downloadable fact sheet will provide information about these dinosaurs, including their height, weight, diet, and habitat. The project aims to integrate STEM skills into education and enhance students' understanding of palaeontology.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

King of Meat’s dungeon maker mode won’t offer the Minecraft-esque freedom, says Glowmade co-founders: ‘Sometimes the best creativity comes from having limitations’

Glowmade's co-founders discussed the creative framework of their upcoming game, King of Meat, particularly its Create mode, which features intentional design limitations to enhance players' creative learning experiences. The game does not provide a completely freeform environment but instead offers a structured approach that simplifies the creative process. Players can tweak various behaviors within the game to encourage experimentation while focusing on creating enjoyable content. The development team aims to communicate the nuances of fun gameplay through visual language and tools. King of Meat is in development for multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Nintendo Switch, but does not have an official release date yet.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

HOW DISGUISE BUILT OUT THE VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENTS FOR A MINECRAFT MOVIE

A Minecraft Movie, directed by Jared Hess, utilizes 3D voxel art to create its unique visual style, moving away from photorealistic graphics. The production involved a collaboration with Disguise, led by Dan Lemmon, and features a cast including Jason Momoa and Jack Black. Talia Finlayson, a Senior Unreal Artist at Disguise, emphasized the integration of the Virtual Art Department (VAD) throughout production, allowing for real-time live-compositing of the Minecraft world using Simulcam. Set designs were created in Rhinoceros 3D and transformed into interactive environments with Unreal Engine, incorporating assets from talented artists and the game itself. Flexibility was crucial, enabling rapid iteration based on feedback, with adjustments made to accommodate filming needs, such as removing a second story from a building. The design process considered practical aspects like camera movements and stunt choreography, ensuring cohesion with the Minecraft aesthetic. The use of Simulcam allowed for the merging of physical and virtual environments, enhancing production efficiency and creativity.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

I stored a file inside Pokémon Emerald’s in-game PC so you don’t have to

Pokémon Emerald allows for data storage through a tool called mon-fs, which encodes files as Pokémon. Each Pokémon carries 68 bits of data, including attributes like species and gender. The mon-fs tool has two modes: Lite, which stores files up to 3.2 KB, and Full, which supports files up to 10.8 KB but requires a save editor. Players can effectively use four Pokémon—Poochyena, Whismur, Taillow, and Nincada—for data storage, each having a 20% or higher appearance rate on Route 116. A web utility assists users in capturing and naming Pokémon to represent their data, but the process is time-consuming and not efficient for file transfer.