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AppWizard

December 2, 2025

Payday 3 tears up one of its worst systems and replaces it with a shiny new one, and it’s a huge step in the right direction

Since its launch in 2023, Payday 3 has faced challenges, with daily player counts on Steam for Payday 2 being approximately 20 times higher than for Payday 3. Starbreeze has canceled a Dungeons & Dragons project to focus on enhancing Payday 3 and has transitioned support for Payday 2 to another studio. The upcoming free update, Skills 2.0, will overhaul the skill system by eliminating the previous buffs (Rush, Edge, and Grit) and introducing a more intuitive structure with six main archetypes: Soldier, Ninja, Mechanic, Hacker, Conman, and Professional, each with three subdivisions. Players will have access to 51 skill points upon reaching Infamy level 150 and an online tool will help plan skill progression. Starbreeze has adjusted weapon damage to maintain balance and introduced various enhancements, including the ability to throw bags at enemies to stagger them and resolving a bug with throwing knives.

AppWizard

November 25, 2025

This fishing game awards bonus XP for no-scoping an airborne mackerel, and I think that’s beautiful

How to Fish is a co-op angling game that combines traditional fishing with absurd and action-packed elements, allowing players to use unconventional methods, including firearms, for fishing. Players can quickly transition from serene fishing to chaotic action, such as shooting fish with an Uzi and engaging in activities like launching sharks for fistfights or sniping seagulls. The game features skill bonuses for precise shots and includes a playful gambling aspect with in-game currency. The developers, Dazed Games, aim to create more advanced character models than typical indie games, though there is currently no demo or release date available.

AppWizard

November 23, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country’s Free Ride update is out now, replacing its empty open world with an extremely basic one

The Mafia series is known for its linear storytelling, with Mafia: The Old Country emphasizing this aspect while introducing a Free Ride update that enhances player experience by replacing the previous Explore mode. This update offers meaningful activities and hidden secrets, rewarding players with new vehicles, weapons, charms, and outfits. Additional features include a photo mode, a black-and-white Cinema Siciliano mode, a default Sicilian language setting, a Classic difficulty mode, and first-person driving. Despite critiques of the game's predictability, it has been successful, as noted by Take-Two Interactive's CEO, who indicated that the game's structure and pricing have produced favorable results.

AppWizard

November 23, 2025

New dark fantasy looter shooter mixes dungeon crawling, corporate greed, and the co-op magic of Peak and Lethal Company

Vision Quest is a dark fantasy looter shooter game developed by Wizmud Games, set in a consumer goods conglomerate mega dungeon. Players embark on an online co-op adventure to investigate "data mining used for dark rituals" and redeem the legendary Sweepstakes Code. The game supports squads of up to four players and features a mix of medieval and modern weapons. It includes 3D in-world voice chat and a unique loot-carrying mechanic. Players face various threats, including monsters and illness, and can assist each other with items. If a player dies, they can control a plastic toy called a 'Freakopop' for additional vision. Wizmud Games has partnered with Pocketpair for marketing and promotions, and Vision Quest is set to launch in 2026, with a wishlist available on Steam.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

Black Ops 7 Season 1 release date and details

Black Ops 7 Season 1 is set to release on Thursday, December 4, 2025, around 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT. The season will introduce a new main Zombies map with its own quest and two survival maps inspired by Ashes of the Damned. The second primary Zombies map is called Astra Malorum, featuring an expansive easter egg quest. New multiplayer maps confirmed for Season 1 include Fate, Utopia, Odysseus, Standoff, Meltdown, and Yakei. Additional content will include new modes, weekly challenges, event challenges, expanded armory access, and a fresh selection of weapons in the Season 1 battle pass.

AppWizard

November 20, 2025

GameStop’s ‘Trade Anything Day’ has some employees bracing for the worst: ‘We’re probably going to have to reject some of the things because they’re a biological hazard’

GameStop has launched "Trade Anything Day," allowing customers to exchange various items for in-store credit, with restrictions on certain items like hazardous materials, drugs, alcohol, firearms, and live animals. Employees have expressed anxiety about handling unusual items during the promotion. Suitable traded items will be donated to local charities, encouraging customers to bring non-perishable food or toys for exchange.

AppWizard

November 19, 2025

Now that I’ve learned the cost per shot of weapons in Arc Raiders, I’m an even bigger fan of my beloved Stitcher

The Stitcher is the most efficient weapon in Arc Raiders, delivering 13,700 damage over 1,950 shots per full repair at a cost of two credits per shot. The Rattler IV averages 11,900 damage at 3.9 credits per shot. The Osprey is inefficient, becoming unusable after firing one and a half max ammo stacks. The Venator, a rare pistol, inflicts 16,400 damage and achieves 91 magazines per full repair, making it cheaper to repair on a per-damage basis than the Anvil.

BetaBeacon

November 16, 2025

Top 20 Offline Android Games in 2025: Best RPG, Action, Puzzle Titles and More

Dead Cells is a high-speed roguelike action-platformer available on Android as a premium game currently priced at Rs. 413.

AppWizard

October 27, 2025

Inspired by Day Z and Project Zomboid, two devs just launched one of the most detailed and realistic zombie games I’ve seen in ages

Vein is a new zombie survival game developed by a duo of creators, now available on Steam Early Access after years of development. It emphasizes realistic survival mechanics, requiring players to manage resources, combat, health, and crafting without building elaborate fortifications quickly. The game features inventive melee combat with unconventional weapons, encourages ammunition conservation, and allows for character customization with unique traits. Loot is plentiful, and players are encouraged to cultivate food for long-term survival. Vehicles are important for exploration, but players must find fuel and parts to keep them running. Vein has a dedicated community supported by a free demo and is priced at .99/£13.49, with a 10% discount until November 2. Feedback from players is welcomed as the game evolves.

AppWizard

October 25, 2025

Vermintide’s developers only realized they were wading into a cursed subgenre after they started making a first-person melee game: ‘I was so scared’

Fatshark faced challenges in developing engaging first-person melee combat for their game Vermintide, focusing intensely on melee mechanics such as hit effects, staggers, and animations. Chief creative officer Anders De Geer noted their deep immersion in discussions about combat, while CEO Martin Wahlund experienced doubts about pursuing melee combat due to concerns over financial viability. Despite these challenges, the team committed to their vision of close-quarters combat, inspired by cinematic elements from the Lord of the Rings. Their meticulous attention to weapon design and character experiences contributed to the game's success.