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AppWizard
May 29, 2025
David Gaider, former lead writer at BioWare, expressed concerns about the overuse of "trashmob fights" in gaming, advocating for a balance between combat and narrative. He was influenced by the combat-free level in Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, which emphasized tension through storytelling rather than action. Gaider argued against the necessity of frequent combat encounters, believing that narrative depth and political intrigue could engage players just as effectively. Despite his vision for a combat-free masquerade ball in Dragon Age: Inquisition, the design team opted to include combat, highlighting the ongoing challenge of balancing player engagement with narrative flow. Gaider emphasized that storytelling can keep players interested without relying solely on fighting.
AppWizard
May 27, 2025
Major League Baseball (MLB) has partnered with Microsoft to introduce over 40 officially licensed items for the video game Minecraft, targeting its audience of approximately 140 million monthly players. The new downloadable content includes customizable items featuring the logos of all 30 MLB clubs, such as team pennants, wearable jerseys, baseball mitt-shaped chairs, a baseball diamond rug, a functional popcorn machine, and an operable scoreboard. This initiative follows the MLB-backed Home Run Derby game, making baseball the first professional sports league to collaborate with Minecraft. An update for the game is expected this summer, coinciding with the All-Star Game festivities. MLB clubs have also engaged fans through promotional giveaways related to the recent release of “A Minecraft Movie.”
AppWizard
May 26, 2025
The Zombies vs. Vampires Fest on Steam is currently running through June 2 and features a variety of games centered around zombies and vampires. Notable titles include The Last of Us, Dying Light 2, Telltale's The Walking Dead, Left 4 Dead 2, Killing Floor 2, V Rising, Evil West, and Vampire Survivors. Left 4 Dead is available for one dollar. The sale ends on June 2 at 10 am PT.
AppWizard
May 18, 2025
May 17th marked the 16th anniversary of Minecraft. Mojang established a real-life time capsule at the Microsoft Visitor Center in Redmond, Washington, to be unveiled on the game’s 30th anniversary in 2039. The time capsule contains physical and digital memories and is displayed with a countdown timer. A digital version of the Time Capsule, developed by Oreville Studios, is available for free to Minecraft: Bedrock Edition players, allowing them to fill it with items and lock it away for 15 years or a shorter duration. Minecraft has sold over 350 million copies globally, making it the best-selling video game of all time. The success of A Minecraft Movie, which grossed over [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: May 17th marked a significant milestone, celebrating the 16th anniversary of Minecraft. Last year, Mojang commemorated a decade and a half of this beloved game with various festivities, including discounts and the introduction of an in-game museum. This year, the company has taken a creative leap by establishing a real-life time capsule, set to be unveiled on the game’s 30th anniversary in 2039. The time capsule, filled with “physical and digital memories, trinkets, relics, and lots more,” is now proudly displayed at the Microsoft Visitor Center in Redmond, Washington, accompanied by a countdown timer. For those eager to join in the celebration, Mojang has also launched a digital version of the Time Capsule, available free of charge to all players of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. Digital Time Capsule Details The digital Time Capsule, a free add-on developed by Oreville Studios, mirrors its real-world counterpart. Players can place this add-on in their game and fill it with virtually anything they desire. Just like the physical version, the digital capsule can be locked away for 15 years or a shorter duration, complete with a countdown clock. When the capsule is eventually opened, items will bear “unique labels showing how long they’ve been preserved,” adding an intriguing twist to the experience. While this free content may seem modest, the allure lies in the creativity it inspires among Minecraft fans. Players have the opportunity to curate their own collections, potentially rediscovering items that have been sidelined in their expansive inventories. Since its launch, Minecraft has achieved remarkable success, becoming the best-selling video game of all time with over 350 million copies sold globally. This impressive figure is likely to have increased recently, bolstered by the global success of A Minecraft Movie, which has grossed over 0 million at the box office since its release in April. Looking ahead, the future of Minecraft appears bright. When Microsoft unveils its time capsule in 2039, it is reasonable to expect the game will continue to thrive. With a robust ecosystem that includes the original game, a successful movie, spin-offs like Minecraft Dungeons, and a plethora of merchandise, the brand shows no signs of waning. For long-time players, this enduring popularity may have once seemed improbable, yet Mojang’s innovative approach consistently attracts new players, thanks to the creative tools it offers. Are you considering downloading the Minecraft Time Capsule add-on? What items do you envision placing inside yours? Feel free to share your thoughts on Bluesky at @Marcdachamp or on Instagram at @Dachampgaming!" max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] million since its release in April, has likely increased these sales. The future of Minecraft looks promising, with a strong ecosystem that includes the original game, spin-offs, and merchandise.
AppWizard
May 3, 2025
This weekend, there are numerous PC deals available due to the Golden Week festivities and the Steam Wargames Fest. Various storefronts, including Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG.com, are celebrating Star Wars Day with special offers. The annual LudoNarraCon is taking place, featuring discounts on games like Wanderstop, Afterlove EP, and The Crush House. Fanatical is offering a customizable Bethesda Bundle with games like The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind GOTY Edition and Fallout 4, with pricing options for purchasing multiple titles. Green Man Gaming has a 15% discount on PC games using the coupon code MAY15. Humble Choice subscription is available for .99 per month, offering titles such as Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered and Dredge. Ubisoft is providing discounts with the coupon code LEGEND.
AppWizard
May 3, 2025
This weekend, in celebration of Star Wars Day, a variety of new products and deals will be launched, including lightsabers and Droid replicas. Fanatical is offering 27 Star Wars PC games at discounted prices. The “Star Wars Collection,” originally valued at .99, is now available for .99 and includes 14 games from 2003 to 2008. The “Star Wars Classics Collection,” previously priced at .99, is now offered for .59 and contains eight titles. The “Star Wars Jedi Knight Collection” features iconic games for .79. All games are compatible with PC, and many support MacOS. The collections provide Steam keys for an average price of less than each.
AppWizard
April 22, 2025
The Chihuahuas are set to play against the Sacramento River Cats at Southwest University Park starting April 22, 2025. The series includes Youth Baseball Night with a pregame parade, a tribute to Jackie Robinson, food and beverage specials from Cazadores, and discounts for military and first responders. A midweek matinee is scheduled for Wednesday with gates opening at 11 a.m. Special offers for patrons aged 50 and above include free hot dog meals for those 60+ and popcorn for those 50+. Themed nights include the Chihuahuas becoming the Malmö Oat Milkers on Thursday, a Chico Squishy Plush giveaway for the first 1,500 attendees on Friday, and MINECRAFT© movie-themed food and fireworks on Saturday. Sunday features a Kids Day with a stress ball giveaway for the first 1,000 children under 12 and a Bark at the Park event for dog owners. Tickets can be purchased at epchihuahuas.com.
AppWizard
April 21, 2025
Valve has launched the Steam Box-Pushing Fest, dedicated exclusively to games that involve pushing boxes, running until April 28. The event features a selection of titles focused on this theme, including Patrick's Parabox, Stephen's Sausage Roll, Bonfire Peaks, and Sokobond Express. Participants can also earn a free animated avatar, frame, and sticker from the Steam Points Shop, all designed with a box theme.
AppWizard
April 19, 2025
Dwarf Fortress has sold over 1 million copies on Steam since its launch, as announced by publisher Kitfox Games. The game, previously available for free for nearly two decades, gained popularity after its Steam release in late 2022, selling half a million copies in two months. The updated user interface and hand-drawn tiles attracted both new and long-time players. Following an adventure mode update, sales predictions were confirmed less than three months later. Tarn and Zach Adams, the game's creators, have hinted at celebrations for this milestone. Kitfox indicated that the game is entering a new development phase with a focus on new features and enhancements. Ongoing projects include improvements to siege mechanics, site building in adventure mode, and revisions to subterranean layers.
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