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Thimbleweed Park 2 is 'not really a sequel, not really a prequel,' but it is finally happening
AppWizard
July 31, 2026

Thimbleweed Park 2 is ‘not really a sequel, not really a prequel,’ but it is finally happening

Thimbleweed Park, released in 2017, is a point-and-click adventure game created by Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick, receiving an 84% review score. A sequel, Thimbleweed Park 2, is in early development with a projected release in early 2028, featuring the original team and will be available on Windows, Mac, and Linux through Steam and GOG. Ron Gilbert previously expressed a declining interest in 2D adventure games but has since been inspired by recent successes in the genre. Gilbert's 2022 release, Return to Monkey Island, received a 92% review score. He plans to create a development blog for Thimbleweed Park 2, and fans can wishlist the game on Steam.
'We are not looking to just maintain' Elder Scrolls Online, new ZeniMax boss says, but a bunch of updates have been delayed into 2027 and possibly beyond
AppWizard
July 31, 2026

‘We are not looking to just maintain’ Elder Scrolls Online, new ZeniMax boss says, but a bunch of updates have been delayed into 2027 and possibly beyond

Nick Giacomini, the new co-head of ZeniMax Online Studios, addressed changes following layoffs at Xbox, affecting over 200 employees, including his predecessor Joseph Burba. He reassured fans that The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) remains a priority and emphasized a shift in focus from meeting deadlines to ensuring quality in development. Upcoming projects include a Class and Combat Refresh and a new Trial, which the studio aims to deliver to high standards. The studio has also seen notable departures, including original TESO director Matt Firor, marking a significant transition for ZeniMax Online Studios.
Line Games to Globally Publish PC Game 'A.S.S.'... Targeting Early Access This Year
AppWizard
July 31, 2026

Line Games to Globally Publish PC Game ‘A.S.S.’… Targeting Early Access This Year

Line Games has partnered with indie studio TWOMENGAMES to publish the upcoming PC game Amazing Slot Survivor (A.S.S.). This marks the debut title for TWOMENGAMES, co-founded by Hwang Gyu-min and Lee Geon-soo, both with over 20 years of gaming industry experience. Amazing Slot Survivor is a roguelike survival game where players battle waves of monsters called 'Spawners' while upgrading weapons. It features a unique growth path, weapon crafting, support antennas, and a 'strategic reversal system' that allows character enhancements and revivals. The game will be available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and STOVE, with an Early Access release planned for this year.
The mod we called 'the best Fallout game you'll play this year' back in 2018 just launched on GOG
AppWizard
July 31, 2026

The mod we called ‘the best Fallout game you’ll play this year’ back in 2018 just launched on GOG

Upcoming releases in the Fallout franchise include a remaster of Fallout 4, a remaster of Fallout: New Vegas, Fallout 5, a prequel to Fallout 3 set in Fallout 76, and the third season of the Fallout television series. Fallout: New California, a full conversion mod for Fallout: New Vegas, has been released on GOG after nearly a decade of development. The mod features a narrative set in 2260, where players assume the role of a character from Vault 18 and make decisions that impact the New California Republic. The story includes various factions such as the New California Republic, the New Reno Mob's Bishop Family, the Shi Clans, the Enclave Leonidas Squadron, the Super Mutant Army, and the Raider Alliance. Critics have praised Fallout: New California as a significant achievement in modding. The mod is easily installable for players with Fallout: New Vegas Ultimate Edition via GOG.
'A new version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent' may be coming later this year
AppWizard
July 30, 2026

‘A new version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent’ may be coming later this year

Frictional Games is reportedly planning to release a new version of Amnesia: The Dark Descent in late 2026, as hinted in their recent annual report. The details of the update remain unclear, with speculation about it potentially being a port for the upcoming Switch 2 or a Roblox edition. The studio's approach to horror has evolved since the original release, and they are also in pre-production for their next major game.
Шон Торренте: Для нас большая честь показать миру красоту Кыргызстана » Новости Кыргызстана, Бишкека и Оша
TrendTechie
July 30, 2026

Шон Торренте: Для нас большая честь показать миру красоту Кыргызстана » Новости Кыргызстана, Бишкека и Оша

UIM F1H2O World Championship pilot Sean Torrente held a press conference in Bayet, Kyrgyzstan, where he expressed his surprise at the country's natural beauty and the opportunity to compete there. He noted that the event would showcase Kyrgyzstan to an international audience through televised broadcasts reaching 80 to 90 countries. Torrente believes the championship stage will enhance global awareness of Kyrgyzstan and wishes for the country's continued development.
One UI 9 Could Soon Let You Control Zoom Levels on an App-by-App Basis
AppWizard
July 30, 2026

One UI 9 Could Soon Let You Control Zoom Levels on an App-by-App Basis

Samsung is enhancing its One UI 9 with a new feature that allows users to set custom zoom levels for individual applications. This feature will enable users to select from various zoom options, including Large, Largest, Medium, Small, Smallest, and System settings, and will keep the assigned zoom level for each app independent of overall system settings. References to this feature have been found in One UI 9 on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, but it has not yet been fully implemented. The release timeline is uncertain, but it may debut with a future retail update. Additionally, Samsung has introduced a built-in Google Search bar in One UI 9.
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