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Hellraiser: Revival (PC) REVIEW - The Wettest Game of the Year
AppWizard
October 11, 2026

Hellraiser: Revival (PC) REVIEW – The Wettest Game of the Year

The Hellraiser franchise began with Clive Barker's literary works and transitioned into a film in 1987, followed by nine sequels and a reboot. The latest installment, Hellraiser: Revival, is a narrative-driven single-player game that incorporates elements from various gaming genres, including a grim atmosphere similar to Condemned, a merchant system like Resident Evil 4, chase sequences akin to Outlast, hide-and-seek mechanics inspired by Alien: Isolation, abilities reminiscent of BioShock, and crafting systems typical of modern gaming. The story follows Aidan Lynch, who seeks to rescue his partner Sunny from Pinhead after a traumatic encounter. Aidan, portrayed by Xalavier Nelson Jr., is a flawed character who faces internal struggles, while Doug Bradley reprises his role as Pinhead. The game features dynamic combat with a variety of weapons and enemies, requiring strategic thinking. Despite some budget constraints and minor flaws, Hellraiser: Revival is noted for its impressive art direction and atmospheric design, without any microtransactions. A deluxe edition key was provided for the review.
Medieval Strategy Game in the Spirit of Tetris, Drop Duchy, Released on Android and iOS
BetaBeacon
October 8, 2026

Medieval Strategy Game in the Spirit of Tetris, Drop Duchy, Released on Android and iOS

Drop Duchy is a game that combines elements from Tetris, city-building simulators, and card roguelikes. It involves strategically placing forests, rivers, and plains on the field, constructing production buildings, and building an army to defend territory. Players engage in battles where they must strategically combine allied units and plan attacks based on strengths and weaknesses of different units. The mobile version follows a "try before you buy" model, allowing players to download for free and purchase the full version for 475 rubles.
New Steam Soulslike Blends Elden Ring With Minecraft, And It’s an MMO
AppWizard
October 7, 2026

New Steam Soulslike Blends Elden Ring With Minecraft, And It’s an MMO

Dark Craft is a new MMORPG developed by Take Top Entertainment, combining elements from Elden Ring and Minecraft. It is positioned as the first MMORPG in the Souls-like genre, marking a significant shift for the studio, which has primarily focused on mobile games. The game aims to meet the high expectations of Souls-like fans with challenging combat and expansive crafting features. The gaming community is closely monitoring its development, as its success could lead to future innovations in the MMORPG space.
Newzoo: F2P Games on PC and Console in 2026
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

Newzoo: F2P Games on PC and Console in 2026

Recent data from Newzoo indicates that free-to-play (F2P) games accounted for 29.3% of total gaming hours across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox in 2025, a decrease of 2.9 percentage points since 2021, while maintaining stable absolute playtime at approximately 31 billion hours annually. Roblox captured 7.9% of all gaming time, up 4.6 percentage points from 2021, while Call of Duty and Fortnite saw declines to 6% and 7%, respectively. The combined playtime of Fortnite and Roblox in the F2P segment rose to 44.2%. The average annual release of new F2P live-service games dropped from over 30 titles in 2017 to 14.7 between 2023 and 2025, a decline of 31%. Revenue concentration remains high, with the top five F2P titles on PC generating 65% of the segment's revenue in 2025, down from 68% in 2021, while console revenue concentration is at 72%, down from 79%. Overall revenue from F2P titles fell by 8.2% on PlayStation and 23.6% on Xbox, but PC saw a 10% increase in revenue per hour played. Gacha games increased from three major titles in 2021 to 17 by 2025, with PC gacha playtime rising by 92% to approximately 1.8 billion hours annually. RPGs grew on both PC and console, with PC RPGs accounting for 14.3% of F2P playtime in 2025, up from 9% in 2021, driven by newer titles like Wuthering Waves and Honkai: Star Rail.
Free-to-play playtime is broadly flat as gacha RPGs drive PC growth, says Newzoo
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

Free-to-play playtime is broadly flat as gacha RPGs drive PC growth, says Newzoo

The Newzoo analysis indicates that the share of playtime for free-to-play (F2P) games is expected to decrease by 2.9 percentage points from 2021 to 2025, reaching 29.3%, although total hours spent on these games remain stable. The decline is linked to the rise of premium games and platforms like Roblox, with F2P playtime on PC increasing while it wanes on consoles. The number of F2P live-service launches peaked at 36 in 2017 but has since dropped by 31%, averaging 14.7 titles from 2023 to 2025. Revenue concentration among the top five F2P titles is decreasing, with their share on consoles falling from 79% in 2021 to 72% in 2025, and from 68% to 65% on PC. Gacha games are growing significantly, with major titles expected to increase from three in 2021 to 17 by 2025, and PC gacha playtime rising by 92%. RPGs are the only F2P genre gaining market share on both platforms, with PC RPG playtime increasing by 5.3 percentage points to 14.3%. New releases include EA Sports Madden NFL 27 debuting at No. 2 on console and Big Walk at No. 3 on PC.
Fanatical CoppaFeel! Charity Bundle combines 10 PC games with a good cause
AppWizard
October 3, 2026

Fanatical CoppaFeel! Charity Bundle combines 10 PC games with a good cause

Fanatical has launched the CoppaFeel! Charity Bundle to raise awareness of breast cancer among young people through the UK charity CoppaFeel!. The bundle includes 10 Steam games, all rated Playable or Verified for the Steam Deck, priced at .99 / €5.99 / £5.99, with an option for buyers to contribute more. Notable games in the bundle include Haste, PlateUp!, Overcooked, and Critter Café. Each purchase includes a 5% voucher for future Fanatical orders. The bundle is available until October 17, 2026, but individual games may be removed earlier if Steam keys run out.
Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Hitman, FrogBoy, To the Moon, and more
AppWizard
September 29, 2026

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Hitman, FrogBoy, To the Moon, and more

Amazon's early fall Prime Day sale features discounts on Google Play apps and games, including Hitman Sniper, To the Moon, Dungeon Tracer: Puzzle RPG, FrogBoy, Super Onion Boy 2, and Human Fall Flat. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 is discounted up to 0, and the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is at all-time low prices. Moto Tag 2 Android Find Hub trackers are priced at .50 each or .99 for a 4-pack.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
September 27, 2026

F-Droid 2.0 Released After 10 years With Major Redesign to Transform Open-Source Android App Discovery

F-Droid has released version 2.0 of its official Android app, marking the most substantial update in a decade after over a year of development and 14 test builds. The app has been reconstructed using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, aligning it with Android’s Material Design principles and improving maintenance and feature expansion. Navigation is simplified into three sections: Discover, Search, and My Apps. The Discover section showcases new apps, updates, and popular downloads, while categories have been refined for easier access to specific software types. The search functionality has been enhanced to allow users to filter by application names, descriptions, categories, and languages. F-Droid 2.0 now automatically checks for and installs updates, with manual controls still available. Recent changes in the Android platform enable smoother installation experiences for alternative app stores. Privacy features have been updated, but the F-Droid Privileged Extension is not supported in this version, and the app-wiping capability has not returned.
Wait, how did Lego beat Minecraft to making a city builder?
AppWizard
September 21, 2026

Wait, how did Lego beat Minecraft to making a city builder?

Lego has introduced Lego Skylines, which allows fans to build cityscapes with colorful bricks, reflecting a natural evolution of the brand. This has led to discussions about the lack of a city-building spinoff for Minecraft, a game known for its building mechanics. In Minecraft, there are already elements conducive to city-building, such as templated structures, player engagement with villagers, and a community interest in large-scale construction. Additionally, the first generation of Minecraft players is leaning towards more strategic gameplay, and various mods exist that cater to this interest. Despite the potential, there are questions about why Mojang has not developed a city-building spinoff, with possibilities including unfulfilled internal prototypes, the search for suitable partners, and mixed results from previous spinoffs. The idea of city-building in Minecraft is appealing due to the existing captivating villages and the possibility of larger-scale construction.
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