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AppWizard

March 2, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem is currently Metacritic users’ top-rated game of all time

Resident Evil Requiem has achieved a 9.5 average user score on Metacritic, matching Clair Obscur Expedition 33, and has an average critic score of 88, positioning it as a top contender for Game of the Year. It shares the top spot on the 2026 charts with Mewgenics, both holding an average score of 89 on Opencritic. Requiem is currently ranked number one on Metacritic's 'Best Games by User Score' page, indicating strong public sentiment. The game has received close to 2,500 user reviews, while Expedition 33 has over 24,000. On Steam, it has an 'overwhelmingly positive' user score of 96%, based on 18,000 English-language reviews.

AppWizard

March 2, 2026

Sony Will Reportedly Lessen the Number of Games It Brings to PC Moving Forward

Sony's strategy for porting PlayStation exclusives to PC is shifting, with a potential move towards keeping single-player titles exclusive to consoles for longer periods. The focus may now be on live service games rather than traditional single-player experiences. While Sony continues to port select titles to PC, player engagement data shows mixed results; games like Horizon Zero Dawn, Spider-Man Remastered, and Ghost of Tsushima achieved high peak concurrent players, while others like Horizon Forbidden West and Last of Us Part II had lower peaks. HellDivers 2 has outperformed other titles in Sony's PC offerings. Sony's relationship with the PC gaming community has been strained due to initial registration requirements for the PlayStation Network, which were later reversed. Upcoming console exclusives, such as Marvel’s Wolverine, suggest Sony may prioritize hardware sales over PC releases.

TrendTechie

March 2, 2026

Торренты наиболее популярны в небольших городах

A survey conducted by the ProResearch Center for Modern Studies and the National Agency for Financial Research (NAFI) included 1,600 respondents from 132 localities in 46 regions of Russia to explore torrent usage. The findings indicate that the most active torrent users are in smaller cities with populations between 50,000 and 100,000, while only 13% of users from major cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg regularly use torrent services. Overall, 33% of internet users familiar with torrents engage with them regularly, but 59% of respondents had never heard of torrents, especially among older demographics. Young adults aged 18 to 24 are the most informed about torrents, with 41% having varying degrees of knowledge, and 17% of those knowledgeable use torrents regularly.

AppWizard

March 2, 2026

Almost all the cozy games of March have demos to try and I’ve been snapping up as many as I can

Cozy games often shift their release dates shortly before launch, which has been particularly noticeable in March. The anticipated titles include: - The Legend of Khiimori: An open-world game set in 13th century Mongolia focused on horse taming and breeding, developed with input from horse game critic Alice Ruppert. - Cupiclaw: A vibrant pixel art adventure that simplifies the claw machine experience, where players aim to scoop high-value prizes like a lost engagement ring. - The Abbess Garden: A gardening fantasy set in 1643 France, where players restore a neglected abbey garden, emphasizing ecosystem care and creativity. - Bubblegum Galaxy: A tile-based building game featuring a cat with a house-shaped hat, tasked with rebuilding a galaxy in a corporate setting. - Collector's Cove: A farming simulator where players start their farming life on the back of a large aquatic dinosaur, exploring various islands without enemies.

AppWizard

March 2, 2026

Why I love Diablo 2, Act 1

Diablo 2's Act 1 features haunting landscapes that evoke nostalgia and adventure, connecting players to the original Diablo through familiar settings like Blood Moor, graveyards, and the monastery. The environments draw inspiration from classic horror films, offering a cinematic quality. Players can explore various points of interest or venture into hidden dungeons. Combat includes diverse enemies such as corrupted rogues and goatmen, with an engaging soundtrack enhancing the experience. Returning to Tristram reveals its destruction, with the blacksmith Griswold transformed into an undead figure. The Catacombs serve as a nod to the first game, filled with rat men and gargoyles, creating an atmosphere of mystery and danger.

AppWizard

February 28, 2026

5 Best Video Games Like Terraria

"Terraria" fans have several similar gaming options. 1. Minecraft: Launched in 2011, it features procedurally generated worlds made of cubes, allowing players to gather resources, craft items, and engage in both cooperative and competitive play. It is the best-selling video game in history. 2. Starbound: Released in 2016, this sci-fi game allows players to explore various planets, terraform environments, and craft items while establishing settlements. It features procedurally generated worlds and character customization. 3. Forager: Released in 2019, this game emphasizes crafting over combat in a top-down perspective, allowing players to mine, farm, fish, and cook while exploring and developing their base. 4. Valheim: A fantasy survival game that gained popularity in 2021, where players act as fallen Viking warriors in an afterlife, combining survival elements with home maintenance and featuring a dynamic day-night cycle. 5. Core Keeper: An early access fantasy sandbox game where players explore a procedurally generated underground world, dig tunnels, and craft gear. It supports solo or cooperative play with up to seven friends.

AppWizard

February 28, 2026

Betty Bingo is the new Balatro-like to top my Steam Library with its wacky items and mesmerising Mega Bingo chains

The author has a strong enthusiasm for bingo, which they attribute to the game's repetitive nature, pattern recognition, and vibrant colors. They tried a demo of Bingo Betty, a bingo roguelike game that consists of seven stages with four rounds each, culminating in a final boss challenge. Players draw three balls at a time and must strategically place one ball to create a straight line. Special draws, like the Meat Ball and Shuffle Ball, add complexity to the gameplay. The game features a shop with items to enhance gameplay, and the author scored 10,884 in their first round and a highest score of 170,646 in a single round. They emphasize the game's engaging nature but advise moderation in gameplay.

AppWizard

February 27, 2026

Facebook designed an app for teens called Bell but never launched it, court records reveal

In 2018, Facebook proposed an app named Bell aimed at high school students to create a safe space for communication about school events and social interactions. Internal documents indicated that Facebook intended for Bell to engage teens and transition them to the main platform after graduation. The app was designed to include features like group chats, event organization, and an anonymous confessions section. Facebook aimed for Bell to reach 80% of U.S. high schools by the end of 2020, with plans to expand globally. However, the app was never developed, and a spokesperson described it as an early exploratory idea dependent on strong content moderation. Meta has faced legal challenges regarding the impact of its platforms on minors' mental health and has implemented features in its Teen Accounts to empower parental control.

AppWizard

February 27, 2026

Box Office: ‘Zootopia 2’ Passes ‘Minecraft’ to Top 2025 Domestic Chart

Zootopia 2 has become the highest-grossing domestic release of 2025, surpassing A Minecraft Movie with ticket sales of 4.2 million. It is also the highest-grossing Hollywood title of the year globally and internationally. The film debuted over the Thanksgiving holiday and has become the highest-grossing animated film of all time, unadjusted for inflation, with global earnings reaching approximately .85 billion. It had a record-breaking global opening of 9.5 million during the five-day Thanksgiving period and became the fastest animated or PG film to reach the billion milestone in just 17 days. Zootopia 2 has remained in the top 10 of the domestic box office for 13 consecutive weeks and has grossed over 0 million in China, making it the top-grossing Western film of all time in that region. It ranks No. 8 among the highest-grossing Hollywood films, unadjusted for inflation, and its earnings have surpassed the entire worldwide total of the original Zootopia, which was .025 billion.

AppWizard

February 27, 2026

RedOctane Games announces rhythm action game Stage Tour for consoles, PC

RedOctane Games has announced its new rhythm action game, Stage Tour, set to launch this fall for consoles and PC via Steam. The game combines traditional note-highway gameplay with modern elements and will feature partnerships with brands like Gibson, Epiphone, and Kramer. Stage Tour aims to enhance the rhythm game experience with new instruments, intricate charting systems, and a focus on community engagement. Players can build their bands, customize their ensembles with official designs, and compete for high scores while unlocking unique bandmates and rewards. Further details about supported platforms will be revealed later.