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Turkiye’s PC games to watch in 2026
AppWizard
January 7, 2026

Turkiye’s PC games to watch in 2026

A curated watchlist highlights promising Turkish video games set for release in 2026, featuring titles that indicate a 2026 release window on Steam. The main list includes: - Anomaly President by Phew Phew Games: A presidential roguelike action game set for Q1 2026 on PC. - Dead Engine by Chocolate Dungeon Games: A pixel-art, post-apocalyptic survival action-roguelite launching in Early Access on January 22, 2026. - Emberbane by Hamlet Games: A pixel-art action-adventure game scheduled for January 2026. - Eternity’s Echo: Patient Zero by Demonsoft Games: A first-person psychological survival-horror title set for Q1 2026. - Gamer Stop Simulator by Red Axe Games: A simulation game set in Japan, aiming for a higher visual standard, with no specific release date mentioned. - Island Market Simulator by Zentium Studio: Set for Q1 2026, focusing on managing an island-town business. - Mayhem Brawler II: Best of Both Worlds by Hero Concept: A beat 'em up game set for 2026 release on Steam and consoles. - Papa Needs a Headshot by Phew Phew Games and Vercial Games: An FPS set for Q2 2026 release. - Sagas of Lumin by Elos Games and Arts: An action RPG launching in Q1 2026. - The Enigma Cases by Red Axe Games: A co-op detective mystery game set for 2026. - Who Do Voodoo by Kuixo: A multiplayer social-deduction game targeting Q1 2026 for Early Access. Additionally, several titles are under consideration for a potential 2026 release, including: - Black State by Motion Blur: A single-player action-adventure shooter marked as “To be announced.” - Deckfort Alchemist by Team Machiavelli: A strategic roguelike tower defense game currently marked as “Coming soon.” - A new project from Fubu Games is anticipated following their successful titles in 2025.
How Android Apps Are Adapting To The Rise Of Cross-Platform Digital Payments
AppWizard
January 6, 2026

How Android Apps Are Adapting To The Rise Of Cross-Platform Digital Payments

Android developers are adapting to a rapidly changing global payments landscape, driven by user demand for seamless experiences across platforms, shifting regulatory frameworks, and the rise of cross-border transactions through mobile applications. This evolution is particularly relevant for international sectors like igaming, which often utilize alternative payment methods under offshore licensing. Developers are focusing on streamlined in-app experiences by adopting payment frameworks that enhance security and expedite verification processes. Over the past two years, payment standards have diversified, leading to the implementation of unified payment layers in Android apps to accommodate various tokens, cards, mobile wallets, and region-specific methods. The number of global mobile payment users is projected to reach 5.6 billion by 2025, highlighting the need for cross-platform support. Mobile wallets, NFC, and universal payment APIs are being integrated more deeply into the Android ecosystem, allowing for instant recognition of users' preferred wallets. Streaming platforms are adopting cross-platform billing strategies, while travel apps are implementing flexible frameworks to adapt to regional regulations. In online gaming, there's a focus on diverse payment options to meet international audience expectations. By 2026, Android applications are expected to feature more cohesive payment interfaces, increased biometric verification, and dynamic updates of payment methods based on user location and device capabilities.
Best PC Game Graphics of 2025
AppWizard
December 27, 2025

Best PC Game Graphics of 2025

In 2025, several PC games were noted for their impressive graphics: - Cronos: The New Dawn: Released in September 2025 by Bloober Team, it features breathtaking environments and detailed 3D character models, utilizing Unreal Engine 5’s Lumen technology. - Hell is Us: An indie title that showcases remarkable graphics with Lumen’s advanced lighting capabilities, despite minor pop-ups. - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: Offers high graphical fidelity in an expansive world, using CRYENGINE’s SVOGI for impressive lighting, though it has occasional pop-ins. - Dying Light: The Beast: Improved significantly with a December 2025 Ray Tracing Update, enhancing visuals to rival other major titles. - WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers: Features stunning visuals with Lumen GI and high-resolution textures, despite minor shadow pop-ins. - Doom: The Dark Ages: Utilizes Path Tracing for impressive graphics but suffers from low-quality textures. - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: Developed by Virtuos Studios, it is visually impressive on Ultra Settings with exceptional 3D characters and lighting. - Silent Hill f: A graphical powerhouse that showcases Unreal Engine 5 capabilities with "True Epic" settings. - Half-Life 2 RTX Demo: Released in March 2025, it introduces real-time Path Tracing, enhancing visuals significantly. - Assassin’s Creed: Shadows: At Max Ray Tracing and Ultra High settings, it features highly detailed characters, crafted environments, and a sophisticated hair-stranding system.
Cities: Skylines 2 finally gets its asset editor in a parting gift from the series' original developers
AppWizard
December 7, 2025

Cities: Skylines 2 finally gets its asset editor in a parting gift from the series’ original developers

Cities: Skylines 2 faced significant technical challenges after its early launch in 2023, leading to delayed updates. A recent bike patch added bicycles, scooters, and related infrastructure, while the long-awaited asset editor was finally released. Developer Colossal Order noted that the asset editor's development was complex due to Unity dependencies and numerous built-in assets. The official wiki now provides guides for the asset editor. Colossal Order is ending its partnership with publisher Paradox Interactive, with the asset editor being the last major enhancement. The game will be handed over to Iceflake Studios, which will reveal future plans for Cities: Skylines 2 soon.
Epic CEO says AI disclosures like Steam's make "no sense" because AI will be involved in "nearly all" future game development
AppWizard
November 27, 2025

Epic CEO says AI disclosures like Steam’s make “no sense” because AI will be involved in “nearly all” future game development

Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, believes that AI disclosure tags in gaming marketplaces like Steam should be removed, arguing that AI will be involved in nearly all future game production. He expressed optimism about AI empowering smaller development teams to create expansive game worlds. However, he acknowledged that AI's reputation is often negative due to its use as a means of creative replacement rather than enhancement, leading to layoffs in the industry. Major companies like King and Ubisoft have reduced their workforce in part due to AI advancements. Steam had previously introduced guidelines requiring developers to disclose AI usage, with nearly 8,000 games reported to have incorporated generative AI. The actual number is likely higher, as seen in the disappointment over the number of demos using the technology during Steam Next Fest.
You can grab a stunning fantasy game, an intense tactical FPS, and a high-speed roguelike all for free if you're fast
AppWizard
November 13, 2025

You can grab a stunning fantasy game, an intense tactical FPS, and a high-speed roguelike all for free if you’re fast

2025 has seen significant growth in the indie gaming sector, highlighted by standout titles such as Sandfall's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, vedinad's Megabonk, and Dogubomb's Blue Prince. Players can claim three indie games for free from the Epic Games Store from November 13 to November 20, including Songs of Silence, a fantasy game with 4X strategy and autobattler mechanics; Zero Hour, a tactical first-person shooter set in Bangladesh; and Scourgebringer, an action roguelike featuring dynamic dungeon environments and platforming combat.
Warhammer 40k Dawn of War dev's new turn-based tactics game pays homage to one of the greats, and you can try it for free
AppWizard
October 31, 2025

Warhammer 40k Dawn of War dev’s new turn-based tactics game pays homage to one of the greats, and you can try it for free

Relic Entertainment has released a new turn-based strategy game called Earth vs Mars, which is available on Steam along with a free demo. This game is the first title from Relic Labs, a label focused on experimental projects. In Earth vs Mars, players defend Earth from a Martian invasion using a weapon called the Splice-O-Tron to create hybrid soldiers. The game features over 30 campaign missions, various modes including AI challenges and online multiplayer, and draws inspiration from classic games like Advance Wars. It is currently offered at a discounted price of .79 until November 12, after which it will revert to .99.
Amazon Games is making major layoffs as it shifts focus away from MMOs to its Luna cloud gaming platform: 'We have made the difficult decision to halt a significant amount of our first-party AAA game development'
AppWizard
October 29, 2025

Amazon Games is making major layoffs as it shifts focus away from MMOs to its Luna cloud gaming platform: ‘We have made the difficult decision to halt a significant amount of our first-party AAA game development’

Amazon has reduced its workforce by 14,000 employees across various divisions, with significant cuts in the gaming sector, particularly within game development teams. This decision is part of a strategic shift in Amazon's gaming strategy, as communicated by Steve Boom, the vice president of audio, Twitch, and games. The company is scaling back on major projects, especially in massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), and has made staffing reductions at Amazon Game Studios in Irvine and San Diego. Despite these layoffs, Amazon is committed to certain projects, including a new Tomb Raider game and an open-world driving game. Amazon's gaming efforts have faced challenges, with mixed success in titles like New World: Aeternum and failures such as Crucible. The company plans to focus on creating "console-friendly titles, known IPs, or known play patterns" as it pivots towards its Luna platform. The exact number of employees affected by the layoffs is undisclosed.
Europa Universalis lead Johan Andersson says Paradox's DLC model has been 'pretty f***ing great': 'You decide what's going in, you decide the scope, you decide exactly when you can release'
AppWizard
October 25, 2025

Europa Universalis lead Johan Andersson says Paradox’s DLC model has been ‘pretty f***ing great’: ‘You decide what’s going in, you decide the scope, you decide exactly when you can release’

Paradox Interactive is known for its 4X and grand strategy games, particularly for its downloadable content (DLC) strategy. Johan Andersson, the lead for Europa Universalis V, is confident in the DLC model, stating it has been effective. The company has grown from a small team to hundreds of employees with five internal development teams, allowing game directors more control over release timing and content scope. Early expansions faced challenges, with some, like Mare Nostrum, receiving mixed reactions. Andersson reassured players that features from Europa Universalis IV will largely carry over to Europa Universalis V. He believes EU5 will serve as a long-term platform for future content development.
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