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AppWizard

July 22, 2026

Developer of Burnout spiritual successor Wreckreation has formed a new studio working on a sequel

The Burnout series is influential in the arcade racing genre, inspiring many imitators. Wreckreation, a successor developed by Three Fields Entertainment and released in 2025, received mixed reviews. The team announced a sequel, Wreckreation 2, focusing on player feedback to enhance the experience. The initial trailer features unique vehicles and gameplay reminiscent of Burnout. The developers have formed a new studio, When Tides Turn, to continue the project while maintaining the original team. They plan to engage the community through updates and playtesting opportunities.

AppWizard

July 22, 2026

A modder has brought No Man’s Sky-style seamless takeoffs to Starfield, and even in beta they look pretty great

Bethesda's space RPG, Starfield, faces challenges due to frequent loading screens that disrupt the gameplay experience. A mod called Seamless Planet Takeoffs aims to enhance the takeoff experience by allowing players to remain in the cockpit during launch, providing a more immersive transition. The mod is still in beta and does not completely eliminate loading screens but improves the experience by masking transitions. The creator, 0xBobby, notes that while the mod enhances takeoff fluidity based on atmospheric conditions, seamless landings remain difficult to achieve and may not be possible.

AppWizard

July 22, 2026

The best farm sims and games like Stardew Valley

Curated by Lauren Morton, the exploration of games reminiscent of Stardew Valley highlights several titles. Fields of Mistria, after two years in early access, is set to launch with exceptional character dialogue and storytelling, featuring a '90s anime aesthetic and quality-of-life enhancements. Roots of Pacha offers a stone-age setting with unique features like a musical minigame for taming animals and a tech tree for community innovation, fostering cooperative gameplay. Kynseed blends elements from Fable, Stardew Valley, and Crusader Kings, featuring a dark fairy tale-inspired world and generational gameplay, with ongoing updates enhancing character development and customization. The future of farm simulation games looks promising, with a lineup of upcoming titles inviting players to engage in new experiences.

AppWizard

July 22, 2026

Minecraft Summer Sale Features 300+ Marketplace Items at Up to 33% Off

Minecraft is hosting its annual Summer Sale, offering over 300 Marketplace items at discounts of up to 33%, running until July 28 at 10 a.m. PT. The sale features various add-ons and packs, including: - Fainting Goats Add-On: 328 Minecoins (was 490) - HorrorCraft Add-On 1.1: 807 Minecoins (was 1340) - 3D Weapons Texture Pack: 442 Minecoins (was 660) - Dinosaur Biomes: 663 Minecoins (was 990) - Craftable Mob Houses Add-On: 442 Minecoins (was 660) - Black X Shadow Megapack: 207 Minecoins (was 310) - Fur Craft Add-On 3.0: 663 Minecoins (was 990) - Backpack Add-On: 442 Minecoins (was 660) - Ultimate Trading Add-On: 556 Minecoins (was 830) - Planes Pro 2.0 Add-On: 783 Minecoins (was 1170)

BetaBeacon

July 21, 2026

Xbox Game Pass joins Meta Horizon Plus, and to be honest, I’m thrilled

Meta Horizon Plus is teaming up with Xbox to bring the "starter edition" Xbox Game Pass, which includes a library of 50+ games, to VR users on Quest headsets.

BetaBeacon

July 21, 2026

DCKO is a New Fighting Game Coming to Android and iOS in 2027

Developer Drop Fake has announced their latest project, DCKO, a free fighting game featuring characters from the DC universe. The game will launch on Android and iOS platforms in 2027 and will include beloved characters like Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. DCKO will offer both PvE missions and real-time PvP matches, as well as online gameplay with leaderboards and ranked ladders. The game aims to provide an accessible experience for all players, with the option to call in a second character for assist moves.

AppWizard

July 21, 2026

Zelda Meets Minecraft In New Retro-Inspired RPG You Can Play Free Now

Steam offers a diverse array of digital games, including many dinosaur-hunting titles available for free. Players can find curated lists for experiences similar to their favorite games. One notable free offering combines elements of Zelda and Minecraft and is inspired by Stardew Valley. Steam continues to provide an expanding selection of games catering to various tastes.

AppWizard

July 21, 2026

Minecraft meets No Man’s Sky in ‘Incredible’ new Xbox freebie

The Planet Crafter, developed by Miju Games, is set to debut on Xbox Game Pass on July 21. It is a space survival open-world terraforming crafting game that supports 1 to 10 players, allowing them to transform inhospitable planets into habitable environments. The game has received positive feedback, with a Metacritic score of 81 and an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam from over 35,500 reviews. The Planet Crafter will be available on the Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass tiers, with plans to be added to the Essential tier in the future. It will also be released on PlayStation 5 and is available on the GOG platform for PC users.

AppWizard

July 21, 2026

No exclusive games for Steam Machine: “How is this even a question?”

Valve is set to unveil a new feature aimed at enhancing user engagement and interaction across its platforms. Key aspects of this feature include enhanced user interaction for players, innovative gameplay mechanics that may challenge traditional norms, and cross-platform compatibility to allow seamless engagement across different devices.

BetaBeacon

July 21, 2026

DCKO Free-to-Play DC Fighting Game Launches for iOS and Android in 2027

DCKO is a free-to-play mobile fighting game featuring DC Comics characters, set to launch in 2027 on iOS and Android platforms. The game focuses on real-time player-versus-player combat, with popular characters like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Harley Quinn. New characters are added monthly to keep gameplay fresh, and players can customize their fighters with various Super Moves and upgrades. In addition to PvP modes, the game offers player-versus-environment challenges, emphasizing fluid combos, epic super attacks, and tactical features like throws and tag-team combos. Regular updates will introduce new content to provide a constantly evolving experience for DC fans and fighting game enthusiasts.