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AppWizard
June 13, 2026
Elon Musk has been announced as the world's first trillionaire. In gaming, no title has allowed players to reach trillions in virtual currency, with Balatro being one of the few games where a player can accumulate billions. In Skyrim, using the console command player.additem with the item code for gold (0000000f) to add one trillion gold pieces results in the character going into over 2 billion gold in debt due to the game's coding limitations. Skyrim's gold is represented as a 32-bit signed integer, which has a maximum value of 2,147,483,647. Exceeding this value causes the amount to flip from positive to negative.
AppWizard
June 12, 2026
The original Tomb Raider experience captivated players in the late 1990s with memorable moments such as discovering a trapezoid box, switching to high-resolution graphics, experiencing the eerie stillness of caves, diving into pools while counting seconds for air, learning the importance of quick saves, falling from a waterfall, exploring Croft Manor, encountering a T-Rex, and flipping through menus showcasing 3D models. The legacy of Tomb Raider continues with titles like Tomb Raider Anniversary and Tomb Raider Remastered, while the new game, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, invites contemplation about the essence of the original 1996 game. The gaming landscape in 2026 features near-photorealistic visuals, but the charm of the original lies in its unrefined elements, which large-scale game development struggles to replicate. There is potential for capturing the original magic if Amazon collaborates with indie developers, rather than merely following current trends.
AppWizard
May 17, 2026
Jack Black and Kirsten Dunst are filming A Minecraft Movie 2, set to be released on July 23, 2027. The film is directed by Jared Hess, who also directed the original movie. The cast includes Jack Black as Steve, Kirsten Dunst as Alex, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Coolidge, and Matt Berry. Filming began in May 2026 in Auckland, New Zealand. The screenplay is written by Jared Hess and Chris Galletta. The sequel aims to explore new realms in the Minecraft universe, featuring challenges and encounters with characters like the Ender Dragon.
AppWizard
May 16, 2026
James Ohlen, a veteran of BioWare, oversaw the development of the MMO Star Wars: The Old Republic, which is currently managed by Broadsword. He had never played an MMO before taking on the project. Ohlen expressed regrets about the game's initial launch, which included 200 hours of content across eight origin stories, suggesting a more focused experience of around 60 hours would have improved quality. He noted that the vast amount of content led to a decline in quality, stating that creativity was compromised. Ohlen proposed a relaunch of the game as Star Wars: The New Republic, which was supported by EA executive Patrick Söderlund but ultimately rejected by EA's board due to concerns over the initial costly launch. By 2019, The Old Republic had generated nearly billion in revenue. In 2019, Ohlen co-founded Archetype Entertainment, but he left the studio in December 2025 for personal health reasons.
AppWizard
May 10, 2026
A Minecraft enthusiast has created a custom map that recreates Vice City, the setting from Grand Theft Auto 6, at a one-to-one scale using data from game trailers. The map includes detailed skyscrapers, beach areas, and roads, and is available for free download on the Minecraft platform. The creator plans to provide regular updates to add new buildings and architectural elements to enhance the experience.
AppWizard
May 9, 2026
The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask is being transformed into a first-person shooter mod for the PC port of Perfect Dark, featuring Clock Town as a playable arena. Originally released in 2000 for the Nintendo 64, Majora’s Mask is accessible on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 through a subscription to Nintendo Switch Online, requiring the Expansion Pack for Nintendo 64 titles. The mod was showcased by Graslu00, who noted it was created using a toolset for Blender and incorporates elements from the 3DS remaster of Majora's Mask. The Clock Town map is not yet released but is expected to be available soon.
AppWizard
April 21, 2026
Chocobos, space, vampires, and sentient pottery are themes of upcoming games showcased at the ID@Xbox and IGN event. Several games will be available on day one through Game Pass, including: - Little Rocket Lab (April 21) - A cozy machine-building RPG where players help build a rocket. - Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato (April 21) - A narrative adventure about a quest for a potato in a magical realm. - Vampire Crawlers (April 21) - A turn-based, rogue-lite card-driven game based on Vampire Survivors. - Kiln (April 23) - A pottery-themed game that combines crafting and online battles. - Aphelion (April 28) - A third-person sci-fi adventure involving a crash landing and rescuing a partner. - Trepang2 (April 29) - A visceral FPS set in a dystopian future. - Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era (April 30) - A prequel to the series featuring army raising and spell casting. - Sledding Game (April 30) - A multiplayer snow-sports experience with voice chat. - TerraTech Legion (April 30) - A game focused on constructing battle vehicles. - Final Fantasy V (May 5) - A classic RPG involving a rescue mission and adventure with a Chocobo. Several titles will leave the Game Pass library on April 30, including: - Citizen Sleeper - Creatures of Ava - Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 - Endless Legend 2 - Goat Simulator - Goat Simulator Remastered - Hunt Showdown 1896 - NHL 24 (EA Play) - Revenge of the Savage Planet Games with a 'Handheld' designation are optimized for handheld play.
AppWizard
March 29, 2026
Alex, a character from Street Fighter 3: New Generation, returned as the latest DLC fighter for Street Fighter 6 on March 17, introducing a storyline involving an incestuous relationship with his second cousin and adoptive sister, Patricia. Capcom's director, Takayuki Nakayama, acknowledged the controversy on social media, stating that while character backstories remain unchanged, certain text passages will be revised for clarity. Despite efforts to clarify the relationship through a narrative titled A Toast Between Fathers, concerns about the portrayal of Alex and Patricia's bond as romantic have intensified among players. Capcom has faced scrutiny regarding the normalization of this relationship given their familial ties.
AppWizard
March 27, 2026
Rebellion has introduced a first-person sci-fi horror game titled Alien Deathstorm, which is not affiliated with the Alien franchise. The game features a unique narrative set in an off-world colony facing a catastrophic event known as a deathstorm, along with alien adversaries. Players will assume the role of a combat engineer, engaging in tactical hunts against extraterrestrial foes while navigating the dangers posed by the deathstorm, described as a planet-wide atmospheric phenomenon. The game draws visual inspiration from 1980s sci-fi aesthetics and combines survival and shooter genres for an action horror experience. A release date has not been announced, but the game is listed on Steam.
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