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AppWizard

June 19, 2025

PC Gamer magazine’s new issue is on sale now: Painkiller

PC Gamer has provided an exclusive look at Anshar Studios' reimagining of the FPS game Painkiller, featuring insights from creative director Damian Wyspiański. The game is set in Katowice, Poland, and boasts a weapon arsenal that aims to attract both new and veteran players. Painkiller is noted for its significant impact on the Polish gaming landscape, comparable to The Witcher. Additionally, the magazine discusses the role of choice in Cyberpunk 2077, consulting various developers and academics on its importance in RPGs. The issue includes previews of upcoming titles like Anno 117: Pax Romana, Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream, and others, along with features such as a group test of CPU air coolers, a revisit to Redneck Rampage, and a deep dive into a mod for Streets of Rage. The issue is available in print and digital formats, with subscription options offering exclusive covers.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Arcane Vale, Rotaeno, Dune Imperium, more

A fresh wave of deals on Google Play apps and hardware is available. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE has been released, along with Anker's 140W 4-port wall charger with a display. Samsung The Frame Pro smart TVs are now on sale, and there are significant discounts on Samsung monitors at Woot. Notable app highlights include "Arcane Vale," "Rotaeno," and "Dune: Imperium Digital."

AppWizard

May 18, 2025

Is ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Streaming on Netflix or Hulu?

A Minecraft Movie grossed nearly a billion since its release in early April and is now available for purchase or rental on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home. The film features a blend of live-action and CGI, starring Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, and Jack Black as Steve. It is not currently available on Netflix or Hulu, as it is a Warner Bros. production expected to transition to Max eventually. The movie may start streaming on Max around early July 2025, but this has not been officially confirmed.

AppWizard

May 17, 2025

Celtic Celebrate 55th League Title With Minecraft Tribute

Celtic celebrated their 55th league title by releasing a video showcasing Celtic Park built in Minecraft, created by renowned builder _lxofficial. The video has over 123,000 views on YouTube and features detailed representations of the stadium, including the stands and pitch. Celtic shared this creation on their social media after winning the Scottish Premiership trophy, receiving positive feedback from fans for blending traditional football culture with modern gaming. The project highlights the relationship between football and technology and emphasizes digital expression.

AppWizard

May 17, 2025

Minecraft Movie Hits Streaming With Star-Studded Cast

A Minecraft Movie, a live-action and animated hybrid inspired by the video game franchise, became available for purchase or rental on digital platforms starting May 13, following a successful box office run that grossed nearly a billion globally since its April debut. The film can be bought for .99 or rented for .99, with no Amazon Prime membership required, though a free Amazon account is necessary. The storyline features four heroes, played by Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, and Sebastian Hansen, who are trapped in the Minecraft realm and seek help from Jack Black's character, Steve. The cast includes Jennifer Coolidge, Rachel House, Jemaine Clement, Jared Hess, and Matt Berry. The film has gained popularity among Gen Z and Alpha audiences, leading to viral trends and internet memes.

AppWizard

May 16, 2025

New Movies on Streaming: ‘A Minecraft Movie,’ ‘Snow White’ + More

Several highly anticipated films are now available on Video on Demand (VOD), including A Minecraft Movie and Disney's live-action Snow White. The Wedding Banquet is a modern retelling of the 1993 classic, featuring Han Gi-Chan as Min, a gay Korean man in Seattle. Min's friend Angela, played by Kelly Marie Tran, agrees to a marriage of convenience to help him secure a green card, leading to complications when Min's grandmother arrives for the wedding. A Minecraft Movie features a cast that includes Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Jennifer Coolidge, and Danielle Brooks, and is the first cinematic adaptation of the video game franchise. Disney's live-action Snow White stars Rachel Zegler and follows a young princess with seven computer-generated companions as she deals with her stepmother's obsession with beauty. The following titles are available for rent: A Minecraft Movie, The Wedding Banquet, Snow White, Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, The Lost Princess, Topakk, Solitude, The Featherweight, The Severed Sun, Hunting Grounds, Desert Dawn, The Rhythm, The Uninvited, Bound (2025), A Breed Apart, V13, Burner, Mulan Princess Warrior, Off Season, The Darkside of Society, Silent Partners, Meme Gods, and Southern Village.

AppWizard

May 13, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Comes to Digital, But When Will The ‘Minecraft’ Movie Be Streaming Free on HBO Max?

A Minecraft Movie will debut on video-on-demand on May 13 at 12 a.m. Eastern Time. Directed by Jared Hess, the film features a script by five writers and stars Jason Momoa, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks, with Jack Black voicing the character Steve. The movie has grossed over 9 million globally, prompting Warner Bros. to extend its theatrical run. It will be available for purchase or rental on platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home, with prices varying by platform. Currently, it is not on any subscription-based streaming service, but it is expected to stream on Max eventually. The exact streaming date on Max is not yet announced, but it may be available around early to mid-July 2025 based on historical patterns.

BetaBeacon

May 13, 2025

YouTube could score big with an exclusive NFL streaming first

YouTube is in talks to potentially stream its first exclusive NFL game, with reports suggesting that it could happen on the Friday of the opening week. This game would be accessible globally for free, marking a significant shift as YouTube is a free platform unlike Amazon and Netflix.

AppWizard

May 13, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ comes to digital, but when will the ‘Minecraft’…

A Minecraft Movie will be available for purchase or rental on various digital platforms starting May 13 at 12 a.m. Eastern Time. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a script by five writers, follows four human misfits in a cube-based world, with voices from Jason Momoa, Sebastian Hansen, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jack Black. It has grossed over 9 million globally, leading Warner Bros. to extend its theatrical run. The film will be priced at .99 to buy and .99 to rent on Amazon Prime, with a 48-hour rental window. It is not currently available on subscription streaming services but is expected to stream on Max in early to mid-July 2025, based on previous release patterns.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Arrives On Digital Streaming This Week

A Minecraft Movie is set for digital streaming release on May 13, following its theatrical debut on April 4. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has grossed 7.4 million worldwide against a production budget of 0 million. Viewers can purchase the movie for .99 or rent it for .99 for 48 hours on platforms like AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video. The digital release includes five bonus featurettes: "Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party," "Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My!," "Minecraft Movie: Block Beats," "A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals," and "Marlene + Nitwit."