game recommendation Archives

AppWizard

August 18, 2026

Game Pass needs to nail three things to stay alive

Microsoft raised the price of Game Pass Ultimate to .99 per month during the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, but later reduced it to .99 per month after layoffs and leadership changes. New Call of Duty titles will now be available on the service a year after their initial release. Microsoft has invested nearly a decade and approximately 0 billion into Game Pass, which is central to its gaming strategy. An Xbox console ranges from 9 to 9, and many gamers already own devices like smartphones or laptops. Game Pass allows access to a vast library of games on various devices, including tablets and unconventional devices, as long as there is a stable internet connection.

Tech Optimizer

September 25, 2025

Building a Video Game Recommender System with FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and Render: Part 2

The project involves deploying a board game recommendation system using FastAPI and PostgreSQL on Render. Key tasks include configuring a PostgreSQL database on Render, populating it with data, Dockerizing the FastAPI application, and deploying it as a Render Web Application. The PostgreSQL database is created on Render with the name “fastapi-database” using the free tier. The database connection is tested using the External Database URL, and tables are populated using a script. The FastAPI application is containerized with Docker, which involves creating a Dockerfile that specifies the base image, working directory, dependencies, and commands to run the application. The Docker image is built, tagged, and pushed to DockerHub. The image is then pulled into Render, where a personal access token is created for secure access. Environmental variables are configured for the FastAPI application, and upon successful deployment, the application can be accessed via a provided link, with Swagger documentation available for testing database connections. The project repository is available on GitHub, along with additional resources for FastAPI and Docker.

BetaBeacon

February 15, 2025

15 best local multiplayer games for Android

Robotek is a fighting game where players square off against each other, taking turns hitting each other until one goes down. The local multiplayer aspect allows for a good time, where strategy matters more than anything.

AppWizard

July 8, 2024

This platformer frustrates me like no other, but now I’m addicted to beating my own personal best and can’t stop

Frogun Encore is a challenging game that builds on the foundations of the first game, maintaining a retro appearance and childlike wonder of exploration. The game is fast-paced and offers a level of challenge that can be frustrating but ultimately satisfying. The emphasis on speedrunning levels and the ability to invite a friend to play add to the enjoyment of the game. Despite the frustration, the feeling of accomplishment when beating levels or bosses makes the effort worthwhile.