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Trump shooting suspect's Steam game sees review bomb, spike in activity
AppWizard
April 26, 2026

Trump shooting suspect’s Steam game sees review bomb, spike in activity

Cole Thomas Allen, the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, has developed an independent game called Bohrdom, available on Steam. The game, described as an "asymmetrical fighting game," allows players to take on roles of electrons or nuclei in an exploration of atomic chemistry. It has received a mixed reception, holding a "Mixed" status with 107 user reviews, and supports multiplayer sessions for up to 13 players. On the night of the incident, Allen allegedly breached a Secret Service checkpoint at 8:30 PM Eastern. By 11:30 PM, there was a surge of activity on Bohrdom's forums, where players engaged in political discussions and memes related to the shooting. Many reviews reflected a political slant, with some users humorously suggesting the incident was "guerilla marketing." The juxtaposition of the game's whimsical nature against the serious political act raises questions about online discourse.
Vinland Saga creator’s Minecraft struggles go viral as his kids take over
AppWizard
April 24, 2026

Vinland Saga creator’s Minecraft struggles go viral as his kids take over

Makoto Yukimura, the creator of Vinland Saga, has been playing Minecraft with his wife and son as a way to unwind before bed. Despite being inexperienced gamers, they have encountered challenges such as motion sickness and confusion while playing. Their son has taken on the role of guide, helping them navigate the game. Yukimura humorously noted the role reversal, stating that their sons are the adults while he and his wife are the children. One of their son's creations, a building filled with the sounds of zombies, has left Yukimura feeling confused and scared. Online fans have reacted positively to this glimpse into Yukimura's family life, expressing delight at the familial bond formed through gaming.
Now You Can Run GameCube and Wii Games on Switch Without Android
BetaBeacon
April 22, 2026

Now You Can Run GameCube and Wii Games on Switch Without Android

- Tico v0.7.0 update includes an experimental Dolphin core for GameCube and Wii emulation on the Switch. - The Dolphin core runs on Horizon OS via custom firmware, eliminating the need for a second operating system like Android or Linux. - Tico allows for automatic game library management and a controller-first interface for better handheld use. - Custom firmware is required to run Tico on a Nintendo Switch, with different methods depending on the Switch model. - GameCube and Wii games have been tested on Tico v0.7.0, with some titles running well and others experiencing minor issues.
Fighting game YouTuber offers $10,000 bounty for upgraded netcode in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
AppWizard
April 12, 2026

Fighting game YouTuber offers $10,000 bounty for upgraded netcode in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3

Maximillian Christiansen, known as Maximilian Dood, is offering a financial reward for integrating rollback netcode into Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, which currently uses a delay-based netcode that affects gameplay. He previously invested nearly ,000 into a mod for Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite in 2024. Rollback netcode improves online play by anticipating player actions, resulting in a smoother experience compared to delay-based systems. Christiansen aims to enhance the online experience for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 and draws inspiration from the Super Smash Bros. Melee community, which successfully implemented rollback netcode through an emulator wrapper.
Minecraft 26.2 Snapshot 1
AppWizard
April 9, 2026

Minecraft 26.2 Snapshot 1

- The upcoming release is titled "Chaos Cubed." - Players can explore the Overworld and sulfur caves, seeking sulfur springs and new resources. - A new mob called the Sulfur Cube has been introduced, which absorbs blocks and can be interacted with using Shears. - The Sulfur Cube can detect nearby block items and will follow players holding absorbable blocks. - Upon defeat, the Sulfur Cube splits into two smaller versions, which can be fed to grow larger. - New Cinnabar and Sulfur block sets have been added, including various variants like Polished and Bricks. - The sulfur caves biome has been added, featuring sulfur pools and the Sulfur Cube mob. - Potent Sulfur is a new block that produces nausea-inducing gas when placed under water. - Sulfur Springs generate naturally above the sulfur cave biome in various sizes. - Vulkan support has been added for improved visual experience, with a new "Graphics API" option in Video Settings. - Players can toggle between OpenGL and Vulkan, with Vulkan being the default if supported. - New attributes related to bounciness and friction have been introduced for entities. - New sounds and textures for Sulfur, Potent Sulfur, Cinnabar, and the Sulfur Cube have been added. - Various bugs have been fixed to improve gameplay stability.
'Everybody should play every fighting game' says Invincible VS director: 'They're just fun'
AppWizard
April 8, 2026

‘Everybody should play every fighting game’ says Invincible VS director: ‘They’re just fun’

The recent launch of the fighting game 2XKO resulted in the layoff of 80 developers shortly after its debut. This year has seen several new fighting game titles, including Marvel Tōkon and licensed games Avatar Legends and Invincible VS. Invincible VS, developed by a team with experience from Killer Instinct, features a dynamic tag team experience and aims to capture the essence of multi-character battles from its animated source material. The game is part of a series of releases scheduled over ten months, with a focus on community feedback and ongoing playtesting. Developers are also hinting at a single-player mode involving contributions from the show's writers.
OG Persona fans beg Atlus for a remake, Atlus says best I can do is a surprise rebrand and a phone case
AppWizard
April 7, 2026

OG Persona fans beg Atlus for a remake, Atlus says best I can do is a surprise rebrand and a phone case

By 2072, Atlus is expected to release Persona 4 and 5 in 58 different genres, with approximately 86% of video game characters projected to be Chie. Fans of Persona 1 and 2 have been seeking remasters or re-releases for decades but have only seen merchandise like t-shirts and mugs. Kazuhisa Wada from Atlus has shown interest in remaking the original Persona titles, and there is speculation about future announcements related to Persona 1 and 2.
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