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Screamer Review: A New Benchmark for Racing Game Artistry
AppWizard
March 23, 2026

Screamer Review: A New Benchmark for Racing Game Artistry

Screamer is an arcade racing game developed by Milestone, set in a vibrant cyberpunk world. It features a unique dual-stick control scheme, where the left stick steers and the right stick facilitates drifts. The game includes two meters: Sync, which acts as a boost mechanic, and Entropy, which allows vehicles to become invincible for a short time. Players can customize 15 fictional cars and race on 32 tracks across four environments. The game supports online multiplayer for up to 16 players and split-screen for up to four players. It is powered by Unreal Engine 5 and features a mix of licensed and original music. Screamer is priced at .99, with a Digital Deluxe Edition available for .99, and is set to release on March 26, 2026, with early access for the Deluxe Edition on March 23. The game has received a score of 9/10.
Screamer review
AppWizard
March 22, 2026

Screamer review

Screamer is a futuristic racing game developed and published by Milestone, set to be released on March 26, 2026, with a price of £50. The game features a narrative-driven experience with diverse character representation, where racers communicate in their native languages, supported by subtitles. The first team introduced, the Green Reapers, has a storyline involving revenge against the tournament organizer, Mr. A. The game incorporates an ECHO device for speed boosts and combat mechanics, but its handling model, which mimics exaggerated drifts, may be challenging for players. Customization options are available in Gage’s Workshop, showcasing different vehicle designs. The game includes various event types, offering a rich content experience despite potential issues with driving mechanics.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC impressions
AppWizard
March 20, 2026

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PC impressions

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach features themes of connection, grief, and the transient nature of existence, set in Australia and linked to the Chiral Network. The game is noted for its engaging gameplay and visual capabilities, with performance tests showing around 60 fps in demanding environments on high settings with an RTX 4070 Ti and Intel Core i9-12900K. Lowering settings can yield up to 94 fps, while enabling frame generation can surpass 126 fps. PICO upscaling combined with DLSS frame generation provides optimal visuals. The Steam Deck struggles with performance, achieving only 24 fps on the Portable preset. The game supports various controllers, including the Nintendo Switch 2 and DualSense, with a new difficulty mode called "to the wilder" that increases challenge through tougher enemies and resource management.
Death Stranding 2's PC launch comes with a tougher new mode and, staying true to the brand, live-action cutscenes
AppWizard
March 18, 2026

Death Stranding 2’s PC launch comes with a tougher new mode and, staying true to the brand, live-action cutscenes

The PC release of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is set for March 19th. New features include a difficulty mode called "to the wilder," which presents challenging enemies and requires strategic gameplay. Players can earn unique bandanas for Sam by completing new VR training missions against a character named Neil. The game will also feature George Miller's Chiral Feline in the private room and photo mode. Additionally, live-action cutscenes that were previously cut due to capacity constraints will now be included. System requirements were disclosed last month for player preparation.
Death Stranding 2 PC and PS5 major update details revealed including new difficulty mode, live-action cutscenes and more
AppWizard
March 18, 2026

Death Stranding 2 PC and PS5 major update details revealed including new difficulty mode, live-action cutscenes and more

Hideo Kojima has announced new features for the upcoming PC port of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, which will also launch on PlayStation 5 on March 19. The PC version will support unlocked frame rates, ultra widescreen formats, and full compatibility with the DualSense controller, along with advanced upscaling and frame generation technologies. A new difficulty mode called To the Wilder will be introduced, alongside new live-action cutscenes, additional scenes with new nightmares for the protagonist Sam, new items, replayable boss fights, a 21:9 ultrawide mode for PS5, a Chiral Cat in Sam’s room, and various gameplay adjustments based on player data. Critics have praised Death Stranding 2, with VGC naming it their Game of the Year for 2025, highlighting its stronger narrative and refined mechanics compared to its predecessor.
Marathon review in progress - exquisite gunplay and striking aesthetics cover up some frustrating cracks
AppWizard
March 16, 2026

Marathon review in progress – exquisite gunplay and striking aesthetics cover up some frustrating cracks

Three bags of loot are accompanied by the bio-synthetic remains of their former owners, with pools of blue blood marking the ground. The narrator has transitioned from collaborating with players in Arc Raiders to a more competitive spirit in Marathon. The game features a striking user interface and vibrant aesthetics, but some aspects, like item transitions and menu designs, can be clunky and confusing. The map layouts have engaging points of interest but also feature obstructive barriers. The gunplay is praised for its quality, with balanced gameplay and challenging PvE enemies. PvP encounters have a quick time-to-kill, and environmental dangers add intensity. However, faction quests often rely on repetitive tasks, which can be frustrating despite the compelling narrative elements. The narrator expresses surprise at their engagement with the game and suggests that improvements to the user experience and quest diversity could enhance its longevity.
This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken
AppWizard
March 16, 2026

This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken

The Maw consumed the narrator but they have returned to the waking world. The narrator successfully escaped through one of the Maw's mouths. New PC games highlighted include: - Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime: A strategy game with grid-based battles alongside frogs. - Deadline Delivery: A fast-paced adventure involving errant apes and exploding mail trucks. - Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War: Players embody bugs to understand and combat foes. - The Ratline: A game about tracking Nazi fugitives in the 1970s. - Everwind: An early access first-person survival RPG set in a world of floating islands. - Opus Magnum DLC: A new addition to an engineering sim with fresh content. - Crawling Angels: A game where players navigate a carnival to satisfy a character's whims. - The Cube, Save Us: An early access melee extraction game focused on loot in a sky cube. - In Their Shoes: A slice-of-life game reimagining visual novel mechanics. - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach: Now available on PC. - Crimson Desert: An action-RPG from the creators of Black Desert Online. - Briar Flame: A 2D dark fantasy action-platformer. The team is currently engaged with Crimson Desert and reflecting on classic games, while also dealing with cooking and food-related thoughts.
1348 Ex Voto's stylish sword fighting and strong premise caught my attention, but the game's awful PC performance tainted the experience
AppWizard
March 12, 2026

1348 Ex Voto’s stylish sword fighting and strong premise caught my attention, but the game’s awful PC performance tainted the experience

1348 Ex Voto is a third-person action game set in 14th-century Italy, developed by Sedleo. Players control Aeta, a young noblewoman and knight-errant, navigating a plague-ridden landscape. The game struggles with performance on mid-range setups, particularly with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and AMD Ryzen 7 5700X, maintaining a frame rate of 20 to 30 fps at 1440p resolution, and requiring low settings for a stable 60 fps. The sword-fighting mechanics are intricate, allowing players to choose between one-handed and two-handed longsword styles, and players can enhance Aeta's weapon and customize skills through a skill tree. The game features bugs, such as repeated lines during cutscenes, and lacks power scaling, which may reduce challenge by the final boss. Accessibility options are limited, focusing mainly on graphics settings and subtitles, with no customizable keybinds on PC. The review experience lasted eight hours, comparing visuals and performance to other medieval action titles.
Alan Wake Remastered Update on PC for Version 1.33 Improves Visuals
AppWizard
February 27, 2026

Alan Wake Remastered Update on PC for Version 1.33 Improves Visuals

Remedy Entertainment released a significant patch for Alan Wake Remastered on PC on February 26, introducing several enhancements. Key updates include the addition of HDR, improved DLSS capabilities, and unlocked frame rates ranging from 200 FPS to 240 FPS. Gameplay improvements feature a command to skip the intro, refined camera functionality, and optimized weapon swapping. Visual enhancements include a new optional camera style, upgraded SDR to 10-bit, corrected FOV scaling, and fixes for rendering errors. UI updates consist of a new setting to scale the gameplay UI and resolution of multiple mouse input issues. There are no announcements for similar updates on console versions.
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