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March 3, 2026

New VR Games & Releases March 2026: Quest, PlayStation VR2 & PC VR

- Iron Guard Salvation - March 5 (PS VR2) - Peak Rhythm - March 5 (Meta Quest) - Rager - March 5 (PS VR2) - DrumBeats VR - March 6 (PS VR2) - Bootstrap Island - March 12 (PC VR) - Parkour Labs - March 12 (PS VR2, Quest) - Perikoto - March 13 (PC VR) - SkyLeap - March 15 (PC VR, Quest) - Orbital Overdrive - March 16 (PC VR) - Prison Simulator VR - March 18 (PC VR, Quest) - GunX (Lock and Load) - March 20 (PC VR) - Maid of Sker VR - March 17 (PC VR, PS VR2, Quest) - Virtual Hunter - March 25 (PS VR2, Quest) - VMX - March 26 (PC VR, Quest) - Shop & Stuff - March 27 (PSVR2) - Star Trek: Infection - March 31 (PC VR, Quest)

AppWizard

March 1, 2026

You’ve never heard of it, but a Russian studio made a fantasy take on original Fallout way back in 2001, and it honestly kind of rules

GoldenLand is a PC game set in a fantasy world inspired by Russian folklore, featuring characters like Belobog and Drah-Shu, and a protagonist named Gromoboy, a bogatyr from Russian legend. The game draws inspiration from classics such as Baldur's Gate and Fallout, allowing character creation with familiar classes and a strategic combat system based on action points. Players experience a leveling system with perks, though the game has some rough mechanics and animations. Despite budget limitations, the developers infused the game with passion and authenticity, highlighting the potential for more culturally diverse CRPGs in the gaming landscape.

AppWizard

February 18, 2026

PC Gamers Can Grab 9 Games For Just $12 In Huge Bundle Deal

Humble Bundle is offering the 'Love You to Death' bundle, which includes nine horror-themed games for a minimum payment of £10.53, with a total estimated value of nearly £100. The games included are: 1. Have a Nice Death - A 2D action roguelike where players control Death in a whimsical world. 2. Ghost Watchers - An online co-op horror game focused on ghost hunting in abandoned houses. 3. Devour - A co-op game where players must stop possessed cultists. 4. Iron Lung - A short horror experience set in a submarine adrift in an ocean of blood. 5. Lunacid - A dark fantasy dungeon crawler with retro aesthetics. 6. Faith: The Unholy Trinity - A pixelated horror game where players confront demons and cultists. 7. The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication - A first-person survival horror game based on Taiwanese folklore. 8. Life Eater - A controversial horror fantasy kidnapping simulator. 9. Without a Dawn - A visual novel horror about a woman in a remote cabin. The bundle is available exclusively on PC and supports charitable causes.

AppWizard

January 17, 2026

Hytale Really Is The Next Minecraft, As Players Have Already Started Their Own Brand-New Herobrine Legend

The legend of Herobrine in Minecraft originated from a screenshot posted on 4chan's /v/ board about 16 years ago, depicting a figure with white eyes lurking in the fog, believed to be Notch's deceased brother. The myth gained popularity after a viral stream by Copeland, where viewers saw Herobrine watching him fall into lava. Mojang, the game's developer, humorously claimed that Herobrine had been 'removed' with each game update. The combination of low render distances and foggy landscapes contributed to the eerie atmosphere, leading players to believe they might encounter Herobrine.

AppWizard

January 6, 2026

10 Best RPG Minecraft Mods

RPG Minecraft mods enhance the gameplay experience by introducing new elements such as intricate progression systems, formidable bosses, and magic. The following are ten notable RPG Minecraft mods: 1. L_Ender’s Cataclysm: Features intense boss battles with handcrafted bosses like Ender Golems and Netherite Monstrosity, requiring strategic gameplay. 2. Myths and Legends: Inspired by folklore, it immerses players in a dark fantasy realm with mythical creatures, relics, and cursed items. 3. Warrior Rage: Introduces a kill-streak mechanic that enhances attack speed and damage as players defeat enemies. 4. When Dungeons Arise: Populates the world with crafted structures like warships and underground cities, offering unique loot and a risk-to-reward exploration system. 5. Ars Elixirum: Enhances potion brewing with random effects influenced by the world seed, allowing for customized potions. 6. Dark Souls Expansion: Offers a hardcore RPG experience with methodical combat and a new dimension filled with challenging enemies. 7. Born in Chaos: Introduces new aggressive mobs to enhance survival gameplay, especially during nighttime exploration. 8. The Aether: A sky-based dimension with new materials and powerful bosses, featuring a unique progression system. 9. Goety – The Dark Arts: Focuses on magic, allowing players to perform dark rituals and summon creatures through crafting a Totem of Roots. 10. Dungeon’s Delight: Adds cooking mechanics using monster drops, providing unique effects and new tools for gameplay. Most of these mods are beginner-friendly, with The Aether and Dungeon’s Delight recommended for newcomers. For combat and PvP, L_Ender’s Cataclysm and Dark Souls Expansion are top choices.

AppWizard

January 5, 2026

After 200,000 Mobile Downloads, Classy Games Brings Orbital to PC

Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in the gaming industry to become a key player in the global market. The government has allocated resources for local game developers and is attracting international companies. Investment funds have been established to support startups and established firms in the gaming sector. Educational programs and partnerships with universities are being developed to train future game developers. The kingdom plans to host major gaming events to showcase local talent and enhance its reputation as a gaming hub. Additionally, there is a focus on integrating gaming into Saudi culture by promoting games that reflect local heritage and values, encouraging developers to explore themes related to Saudi culture, and fostering community involvement in the gaming industry.

AppWizard

December 1, 2025

The Seance of Blake Manor is a folk horror detective game, but I’ve been too busy digging through my fellow hotel guests’ drawers to solve its supernatural mystery

An investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Evelyn Deane from Blake Manor in Ireland is underway. Evelyn's absence suggests deeper secrets within the estate. Blake Manor, now a hotel, hosts a seance on All Hallow's Eve, attracting spiritualists and skeptics. The investigation involves a mystery menu to navigate clues and interactions with guests. The narrator discovers letters in the widow's chambers that hint at connections to Evelyn. As the investigation unfolds, the narrator is distracted by conversations and ultimately misses the opportunity to confront the widow. The evening culminates in a tragic incident involving the narrator's investigator, Declan Ward, who is engulfed by green flames. A demo of the mystery experience is available on Steam.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

The Dwarf Fortress of survival gaming has been in continual development for 33 years, and its creator doesn’t think he’ll ever stop updating it: ‘When I accomplish one feature, I always have two more waiting’

UnReal World is a procedurally generated survival roguelike game set in Iron Age Finland, designed by Sami Maaranen since 1992. The game evolved from a traditional fantasy roguelike to incorporate survival elements like a dynamic weather system, hunger simulation, and shelter construction. It features complex systems such as crafting, intricate animal AI, and a combat system that simulates injuries to specific body parts, drawing inspiration from Finnish folklore. UnReal World debuted on Windows in 1999 and was released on Steam in 2016. Maaranen continues to work on the game part-time, focusing on enhancing clothmaking mechanics and introducing permanent NPC companions. He aspires to implement advanced artificial intelligence for NPCs to create richer interactions.

AppWizard

October 23, 2025

I’ve always struggled with Monster Hunter, but this stunning new RPG’s creature slaying may just win me over

Project Tal is the debut title of Madngine's first triple-A RPG, set in a vibrant world inspired by Korean mythology. The game features a narrative based on traditional Tal masks and includes epic battles against formidable foes such as a tree-like dragon and a colossal golden idol. The combat system is influenced by martial arts, allowing players to scale massive creatures and execute combos through cooperative mechanics among party members. Each character has unique abilities, and assembling a balanced team is crucial for survival. Unlike Madngine's previous title, Project Tal will not incorporate NFT or blockchain elements, focusing instead on a traditional single-player action RPG experience. The game is scheduled for release in 2027 on PC and console.

Tech Optimizer

October 22, 2025

Researchers tout vector-based automated tuning in PostgreSQL

Automated database systems using vector embedding algorithms can improve PostgreSQL database performance by two to ten times, according to researcher Andy Pavlo from Carnegie Mellon University. Automating database tuning is complex due to the challenge of addressing multiple tuning parameters simultaneously. Pavlo categorized tuning options into four groups: System Knobs, Physical Design, Query Tuning, and Life Cycle Management. Machine learning techniques have been developed to tackle these issues, but a holistic tuning agent, Proto-X, was created to optimize all parameters at once. Proto-X uses an encoder to transform database configurations into feature vectors and employs a reinforcement learning algorithm to rank tuning choices. The integration of an LLM-based "booster" can reduce the initial 12-hour processing time to about 50 minutes and allows for rapid responses in critical situations. Pavlo is establishing a new company, So You Don't Have To (SYDHT), to provide PostgreSQL database services with holistic tuning and LLM boosting, aiming for a launch next year.