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July 28, 2026

Minecraft System Requirements Change After 17 Years

Microsoft has updated the system requirements for Minecraft for the first time in 17 years. Players will now need CPUs and GPUs that support the 'Vulkan 1.3' graphics API. The recommended RAM has increased from 4GB to 16GB, with the new specifications being: - Recommended: 16GB of RAM and 6GB of VRAM - Minimum: 8GB of RAM (12GB if using integrated graphics) and 2GB of VRAM Mojang Studios stated that these changes aim to provide realistic guidelines for playing the game at high settings in Full HD resolution, and reassured existing users that performance demands will not drastically change overnight.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Xbox Announces Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and More for Gamescom

Xbox will return to Gamescom from August 26th to 30th, featuring 25 playable titles including Stranger Than Heaven, Alien: Isolation 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Minecraft Dungeons 2, and Metro 2039. Players can engage with the multiplayer mode of Modern Warfare 4, and Playground Games will present a live demonstration of Fable's combat mechanics. Attendees will experience the campaign of Gears of War: E-Day before its launch. Other titles include Alien Deathstorm, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, Turok Origins, and Valor Mortis. Halo: Campaign Evolved and the Drift Attack mode in Forza Horizon 6 will also be available. Live broadcasts are scheduled for 7 AM PST on August 26th and 27th, featuring interviews and gameplay reveals. Gamescom Opening Night Live will occur on August 25th, showcasing titles like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Songs of the Past and Silent Hill: Townfall.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Pragmata defies my expectations by selling 2.5 million copies in just 3 months as Capcom celebrates a very successful start to 2026

Capcom's Q1 2026 financial report shows strong performance, with Pragmata selling over 2.5 million copies since its launch. The Resident Evil franchise remains popular, with Resident Evil Requiem achieving over 8 million copies sold, up from 6 million in March. Capcom reports a 54.7% year-on-year increase in net sales and a 66.9% rise in operating profits. This contrasts with last year's poor performance of Monster Hunter Wilds, which sold fewer copies than other titles. Capcom is positioned to meet its full-year earnings forecast.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Inviting beaches and delightful physics await you in literal sandbox game, Sandcastle

Sandcastle is a physics-driven sandbox game focused on building sandcastles. Players start with a small patch of sand and tools to create structures, progressing to new beach locales. The game features collectible starfishes and shells for customization and includes a realistic physics engine that simulates sand behavior with moisture. A demo is scheduled for release on August 6th, and players can add the game to their wishlist on Steam.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Mistfall Hunter Interview – Game Balance, Beta Feedback, PvE Mode, PC Features, And More

Bellring Games is set to release Mistfall Hunter on PC and consoles, incorporating player feedback from beta tests to enhance the game. Players expressed a desire for high-stakes tension without early unfairness, leading to adjustments in early game progression, combat systems, and the introduction of a no-shrinking-zone mode. The game emphasizes PvE as a core element, enhancing exploration and decision-making, with plans for future updates to deepen this experience. Mistfall Hunter distinguishes itself in the extraction genre through genuine third-person action combat, focusing on mechanics like attack direction and stamina management rather than traditional shooter elements. The integration of PvE, PvP, and extraction creates a seamless gameplay experience. Developers are considering a PvE-only mode for players who prefer to avoid PvP, while balancing gameplay for solo players and three-player squads. Each playstyle is designed to thrive independently, with continuous monitoring to maintain class strengths and weaknesses. Player engagement is prioritized, ensuring that death incurs a cost but does not negate progress. The game will feature separate Quality and Performance modes on consoles, support full cross-play, and offer extensive graphics options for PC players, alongside anti-cheat measures.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

2 Star Ocean games go DRM-free on GOG as the storefront promises it’s working on embracing the Linux faithful

Select titles from the Star Ocean series, specifically Star Ocean: The Divine Force and Star Ocean: The Second Story R, are now available on GOG, marking their premiere on the platform. Both games have been included in the GOG Preservation Program to ensure compatibility with modern operating systems. GOG is also working on making the GOG Galaxy launcher compatible with Linux systems, acknowledging the growing number of gamers migrating from Windows to Linux.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Xbox Owners Get Free PC Copies Of Select Ubisoft Games

Ubisoft is offering Xbox players free PC versions of thirteen select games they own digitally on their consoles, accessible through the Ubisoft Connect app on PC. Most editions and downloadable content (DLC) purchased on console will transfer to PC, but in-game currency and one-time-use content may not be included. Customers purchasing digital versions of these titles will receive both Xbox console and PC versions immediately, while existing owners will have the PC versions rolled out progressively until August 4. The initiative is part of a collaboration between Xbox and Ubisoft to expand the publisher's catalog across platforms. The offer does not apply in reverse; owning the PC version does not grant access to the console version.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Ubisoft is Providing Free PC Copies of 13 Games to Players Who Own Them on Xbox

Ubisoft and Xbox have partnered to allow Xbox players who own select Ubisoft titles on console to obtain free copies for their PC. This offer includes titles like Assassin’s Creed, The Crew 2, and Watch Dogs Legion, but is limited to digitally purchased games. Users must log into Ubisoft Connect with the same account linked to their Xbox to access the free PC games. The offer does not apply to PC players receiving Xbox versions of Ubisoft games. Players can access nearly all add-on content and expansions they owned on consoles, except consumable items and in-game currencies. The current selection includes titles such as Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, and Far Cry 6, among others. There is no time limit on the offer, and it is unclear if the partnership will expand to include more titles in the future.

AppWizard

July 28, 2026

Ubisoft is letting owners of its Xbox games play select titles for free on PC as part of a new partnership with Microsoft

Microsoft has partnered with Ubisoft to allow owners of select Ubisoft titles on Xbox to transition their gaming experience to PC at no additional cost. The following Ubisoft games will be accessible through Ubisoft Connect for PC: Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Far Cry 6, Immortals Fenyx Rising, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Riders Republic, Skull and Bones, The Crew 2, The Crew Motorfest, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, and Watch Dogs Legion. New purchases of these titles will appear in Ubisoft Connect immediately, while previously acquired games will be available starting August 4th. The initiative does not allow for PC games to be converted into digital Xbox copies, and while downloadable content (DLC) will transfer, consumable items and in-game currency may not. Players can check the Properties page on Ubisoft Connect to verify successful migration. Additionally, premium editions of Ubisoft games are now available on the Xbox app for PC, including titles like Assassin’s Creed Shadows and Star Wars Outlaws.

Winsage

July 28, 2026

One year later, XBOX’s Adaptive Joystick has changed our accessible gaming life for the better — as Microsoft’s efforts slow down

A year ago, the author invested in the XBOX Adaptive Joystick for their fiancée, who has a connective tissue disorder that makes traditional gaming controls uncomfortable. The joystick was intended to help her play PC-exclusive games like World of Warcraft. Microsoft is undergoing significant restructuring, resulting in approximately 3,200 layoffs, including the elimination of the Gaming Accessibility Lead and accessibility testers. The XBOX Adaptive Joystick is priced at .99 in the U.S. and £24.99 in the U.K., but its future is uncertain due to these layoffs. The joystick is not wireless but features a long USB cable and lacks pressure-sensitive triggers, which limits analog input options. Despite its limitations, it is considered user-friendly and adaptable for various gaming experiences.