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April 23, 2026

Everything you need to know about the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake

The remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag, titled Black Flag Resynced, is set to be released on July 9, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, priced at in the U.S. and £50 in the U.K. The game will feature enhanced combat mechanics, reworked stealth gameplay, new story scenes, three new recruitable crew officers, modern-day segments related to the Animus, ten new sea shanties, upgrades for ship weaponry, and the option to adopt a pet cat or monkey. The core story and original map will remain unchanged, and the game will not follow the RPG format of recent titles. However, it will not include multiplayer modes or recreate the original game's downloadable content.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

Google Cloud Games boss claims AI lets devs make more games and “take more risks”

Jack Buser, Global Director for Games at Google Cloud, believes AI will transform game development by accelerating production timelines and allowing developers to take creative risks. The integration of AI has increased, with industry leaders like Bethesda's Todd Howard interested in using it for data tasks, while former Blizzard president Mike Ybarra criticized Pearl Abyss for using AI in asset creation. Buser argues that AI tools can reduce repetitive tasks, enabling more innovation and creativity, potentially leading to more frequent game releases. He anticipates that public perception of AI will improve as players experience faster game production. However, there are concerns about the potential loss of artistry in game creation due to the focus on efficiency.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

Mouse P.I. For Hire review: a monochrome tale with a ton of personality

Mouse P.I. For Hire is a monochrome first-person shooter that features Jack Pepper, a mouse detective, who navigates a gritty world while solving a mystery involving missing damsels and shrew plots. The game draws inspiration from classic FPS titles like Doom and Half-Life, offering straightforward gameplay with a rich environment. Players return to a hub area to interact with locals and gather clues. The game includes various missions that involve navigation, clue discovery, and boss confrontations, set in diverse locations such as a harbor and haunted village. The visual style employs rubber hose animation, and the voice acting by Troy Baker adds depth to the character. The shooting mechanics are adequate, with some weapons feeling less impactful than others. The game is recommended for fans of vintage cartoons, classic shooters, and cheese puns.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is finally out this summer and “it is not an RPG”

Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is set to launch on July 9. The remake features enhanced visuals and modernized gameplay, utilizing Ubisoft's Anvil engine for improved combat mechanics, including parries, blocks, and finishing moves. The parkour system has been updated for smoother movement, and the game eliminates the insta-fail tailing missions, offering players options to fight or negotiate. The world design allows for seamless exploration without loading screens. While some original content, such as DLC and multiplayer, has been removed, the focus remains on the single-player narrative. New features include three new officers with unique questlines, the option to adopt a cat or monkey as a ship companion, new shanties, and additional quests for Blackbeard. Preorders are available.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

The 7th Guest Remake launches in June, bringing back one of the earliest PC CD-ROM games

PC CD-ROM drives led to the development of notable games like Myst, Star Wars: Rebel Assault, and The 7th Guest. Nintendo secured rights for The 7th Guest for a planned SNES CD add-on, which was never released. In 2023, The 7th Guest was re-released on the Nintendo eShop after three decades. Vertigo Games is remaking The 7th Guest, featuring reimagined puzzles and environments, with a scheduled launch on June 4th, priced at .99, available on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version expected later. Owners of The 7th Guest VR on Steam or PlayStation will access the remake for free, and those who purchase the remake on Steam or PS5 will receive The 7th Guest VR for free on Steam VR or PlayStation VR2.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

The Ubisoft studio that spent 10 years making Black Flag spinoff Skull and Bones comes full circle by remaking Black Flag

Ubisoft has officially announced the remake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced, developed primarily by Ubisoft Singapore. The development involves a collaboration with multiple studios, including Ubisoft Barcelona, Belgrade, Blue Byte, Bordeaux, Bucharest, Chengdu, Da Nang, India, Kyiv, Montpellier, Montreal, Philippines, Quebec, Shanghai, and Sofia. The project follows the challenges faced by another Ubisoft title, Skull and Bones, which has experienced multiple delays since its announcement in 2017.

BetaBeacon

April 23, 2026

One Meta Quest game is reviving my love for multiplayer gaming

Forefront.AC is a new VR game developed by the same developers as Breachers, set in the year 2035 with 32-player battlegrounds and two game modes. Players can choose from four classes and pilot various vehicles, with semi-destructible environments. The game has been in early access and has seen significant improvements leading up to its version 1.0 release, including the addition of a combat bow. The game provides an immersive experience with easy communication between teammates built into the headset.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

Today’s Android game and app deals: DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, 9th Dawn Remake RPG, Maneater, more

Notable Android games currently available at discounted prices include DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, 9th Dawn Remake RPG, Maneater – Shark RPG, 7 Billion Humans, SENTINEL 519: SAGA – GENESIS, Human Resource Machine, and SpongeBob – The Cosmic Shake. Discounts on unlocked Pixel 10 models start at , offering savings of up to 0, while the unlocked Galaxy Z Fold 7 has seen price reductions of up to 0.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

How to tame the Abyss Heuklang in Crimson Desert

The Abyss Heuklang is a new pet available in Crimson Desert, unlocked in a recent patch. Players can find it at the entrance of the Axiom Archive during Chapter 1's quests. To tame the Abyss Heuklang, players must perform pet actions like petting or offering treats (milk or bird meat) to build trust. Once trust is established, players can select the "Take In" option to add it to their pets.

AppWizard

April 23, 2026

World of Warcraft is getting a sub price increase in several countries, and it couldn’t come at a worse time

World of Warcraft is facing issues following patch 12.0.5, which has caused significant bugs and led to the temporary disabling of housing features in The Americas and Oceania. Effective June 22, 2026, subscription prices will increase in the UK, Kazakhstan, Georgia, and Turkey, with UK players seeing a 10% increase and Kazakhstani players facing up to a 40% hike. Turkish players will be required to pay in Euros instead of the Turkish Lira. The game has maintained a steady subscription rate in the US since 2004, but adjustments have been made in other regions based on market conditions. Players have reported various bugs, including a critical bug affecting player housing, which Blizzard is prioritizing.