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November 21, 2025

Psychological Horror Game ‘Total Chaos’ out Now on Xbox Game Pass, PC and consoles

Apogee Entertainment, in collaboration with Infogrames, has released Total Chaos, a psychological horror game developed by Sam Prebble. The game features a blend of survival horror elements, including resource management, melee combat, and gunplay, set in the desolate Fort Oasis. Players will explore nine chapters filled with haunting visuals and grotesque environments, uncovering the island's dark secrets while managing resources and crafting weapons. The game includes a soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka, known for his work on Silent Hill. Total Chaos is available for .99 on Steam, Xbox Series X|S with Game Pass support, and will soon be released on GOG and the Epic Games Store, with SteamVR support expected in Q2 2026.

AppWizard

September 4, 2025

Forget Silksong, it is my earnest belief you should play like 17 Lego games

The Humble Bundle currently offers a collection of Lego-themed video games, including: - Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga – Deluxe Edition - Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 Deluxe Edition - Lego DC Super-Villains Deluxe Edition - Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham Premium Edition - Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens Deluxe Edition - Lego Jurassic World - Lego Worlds - Lego Disney Pixar's The Incredibles - The Lego Movie 2 Videogame - Lego Marvel's Avengers Deluxe Edition - The Lego Ninjago Movie Videogame - Lego The Lord of the Rings - Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes - Lego Batman: The Videogame - Lego The Hobbit - Lego Marvel Super Heroes - The Lego Movie – Videogame Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is highlighted as a particularly engaging platformer that humorously retells all nine Star Wars films. Lego Lord of the Rings is also noted as an enjoyable adventure. However, Lego Marvel's Avengers and The Lego Movie – Videogame received less favorable reviews. Many of the less favorable titles are available in the 'pay what you want' category, allowing consumers to make informed choices.

AppWizard

September 1, 2025

Epic Minecraft House Builds That Will Leave Everyone You Know Jealous (21 Insane Ideas).

Most starter homes in the gaming world lack personality, but new beginner builds are emerging that balance simplicity and style. WiederDude’s wooden starter house features a fence-wrapped balcony and is made from oak and birch wood. Folli’s mangrove starter house uses materials from its Mangrove Swamp biome. Farmhouse designs in Minecraft evoke community and enhance farming experiences. JUNS MAB’s expansive farmhouse includes modular raised farms and allows for underground expansion. Zaypixel’s windmill combines wool and smooth quartz staircases for an alternative architecture look. Fantasy structures in Minecraft allow for creative expression. Goldrobin’s Hobbit Hole captures cozy living with attention to detail. Zaypixel’s wizard house features stone bricks and a striking red brick roof. DiddiHD’s pirate house blends sophistication with fun, featuring intricate wooden construction. Underwater builds provide unique experiences, with ManDooMiN’s Ultimate Circle Underwater House showcasing innovative design. IrieGenie’s underwater base has detached rooms and a panoramic view. Modern builds reveal Minecraft's versatility, with IrieGenie’s pool house exemplifying luxury. Kam the Builder and GAMES create vibrant pink contemporary structures. Brookella’s Barbie Dream House replicates whimsical details from the film. Japanese-style buildings emphasize detail and cultural authenticity, with SheepGG’s pagoda creating a peaceful atmosphere. Cortezerino’s Japanese village house demonstrates that simplicity can have a significant impact.

AppWizard

July 28, 2025

Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game review

Players immerse themselves in a life simulation game called Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game, set in the town of Bywater, where they experience the daily lives of hobbits through activities like cooking, fishing, and farming. The game is developed by Wētā Workshop and published by Private Division, priced at .99 in the U.S. and £29.99 in the UK. Players take on the role of a newcomer helping local hobbits, engaging in detailed environments to forage for ingredients and prepare meals. The cooking system allows players to create various dishes, enhancing the gameplay experience, while foraging and fishing offer limited engagement. Farming is restricted to small planter boxes, and quests often involve repetitive tasks. The game features complex hobbit characters, adding depth to the narrative, but overall, it may lack gameplay variety and depth.

AppWizard

July 9, 2025

After 3 years of trying, Lord of the Rings Online’s ‘Great Hobbit Run’ ends in confused success as a mob of low-level players gets lost inside Mount Doom and decides it’s close enough: ‘Sauron can kiss my butt!’

The Great Hobbit Run is an event in Lord of the Rings Online initiated by Twitch streamer BurkeBlack, where level one hobbits attempt to sprint from Bilbo Baggins' home to Mount Doom. On July 8, 2025, between 150 and 200 players participated, with 40 to 50 completing the journey despite challenges like time constraints and the threat of death. Upon reaching Mount Doom, participants encountered confusion about the correct path, leading to a celebratory moment but revealing that the mission was not fully accomplished. BurkeBlack plans to host the event again in 2026, aiming for a larger crowd.

AppWizard

June 11, 2025

I’ve played my share of cozy games, and Tales of the Shire is definitely one for the maximalist decorators

The author enjoys a cluttered and eclectic decorating style, inspired by the hobbit design ethos introduced in "Tales of the Shire" in 2024. During a demo at the Summer Game Fest, they focused on rearranging furniture and creating decorative piles in their hobbit home, finding joy in the creative freedom of decoration. The gameplay allowed for a whimsical approach to cooking and decorating, although the cooking mechanics felt somewhat lackluster. The author appreciated the minimal restrictions on moving items and transforming their space, envisioning a chaotic garden that would defy real-world norms. Despite enjoying the decorating aspects, they found the interactions with villagers to be generic and lacking depth compared to other games like Animal Crossing.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Tales of the Shire embraces a ‘clutter-core experience’ with grid-free decorating for your Hobbit house

Tales of the Shire is a life simulation game set to release on July 29, transporting players to the village of Bywater, inspired by Hobbiton. Players can engage in activities such as gardening, fishing, cooking, crafting, and home decorating. The game features a grid-free decorating system, allowing players to arrange items freely, creating personalized spaces that reflect individual tastes. This method is designed to evoke the whimsical interiors seen in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films. Additionally, dynamic camera angles will enhance the decorating experience by providing a top-down view for easier navigation. The game will be available on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch, and is currently open for wishlisting on Steam.

AppWizard

March 27, 2025

Kings under the Mountain! 33 Enshrouded players spent 10,000 hours to recreate this iconic location from The Lord of the Rings

Players of the early access survival sandbox game Enshrouded have recreated the dwarven city of Erebor from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. This project involved 33 players who dedicated 10,000 hours over 74 days, placing over 15 million blocks and mining 220 million blocks. Erebor, located beneath the Lonely Mountain, is a key setting in The Hobbit, known for its history and the dragon Smaug. The recreation features intricately carved canyons, walkways, and illuminated staircases, showcasing a detailed environment reminiscent of Smaug's treasure hoard.

AppWizard

March 4, 2025

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in March

February featured notable PC game releases including Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Civilization 7, Avowed, and Monster Hunter Wilds. In March, key releases include Assassin's Creed Shadows and Inzoi. Significant release dates for March are as follows: - March 3: Carmen Sandiego - She's back, but where? (Steam) - March 4: Grimoire Groves - Cozy dungeon crawler (Steam) - March 4: Merchants of Rosewall - Run a fantasy shop (Steam) - March 4: Knights in Tight Spaces - Close-quarters tactics (Steam) - March 5: Air - Visual novel classic (Steam) - March 6: Chernobylite 2: Exclusion Zone - Post-apocalyptic ARPG (Steam) - March 6: Book Bound - Run a bookshop (Steam) - March 6: FragPunk - 5v5 Valorant-style hero shooter (Steam) - March 6: MainFrames - Platformer set in an operating system (Steam) - March 7: Lost Lullabies (Early Access) - '80s inspired co-op horror (Steam) - March 7: Sugardew Island - Similar to a certain valley (Steam) - March 6: Suikoden 1&2 HD Remaster - A classic Konami remaster (Steam) - March 10: Rise of the Ronin - A PS exclusive comes to PC (Steam) - March 11: Wanderstop - An existential cozy game (Steam) - March 14: WWE 2K25 - Annual pro wrestling game (Steam) - March 14: Out of the Park Baseball 26 - Baseball management (Steam) - March 18: 33 Immortals - 33-player roguelike (Epic) - March 18: MySims - Updated Sims spin-off from 2007 (Steam) - March 20: Atelier Yumia - Open world crafting RPG (Steam) - March 20: Mudborne - Not a muddy Bloodborne, it's about frogs (Steam) - March 25: SOPA - Adventure in search of a potato (Steam) - March 25: Tales of the Shire - Hobbit life sim (Steam) - March 25: Nordhold - Tower defense (Steam) - March 26: Mother Machine - Co-op platformer (Steam) - March 26: JDM: Japanese Drift Master - Drift racer (Steam) - March 27: AI Limit - Post-apocalyptic, sci-fi ARPG (Steam) - March 27: As We Descend - Roguelike deckbuilder (Steam) - March 27: The First Berserker: Khazan - "Hardcore" ARPG (Steam) - March 27: Mini Royale - Green army men battle royale (Steam)

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December 7, 2024

Weekend PC Download Deals for Dec. 6: Steam Autumn Sale aftermath

The Steam Autumn Sale has concluded, but games like Frostpunk 2, Palworld, and Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster are still available at discounted prices. Free weekends for Cities: Skylines 2 and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege are also offered. Humble Bundle features collections of cozy games and a new LEGO bundle. Blizzard, Epic Games Store, Fanatical, Gamebillet, Gamersgate, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, and Green Man Gaming provide various deals and game selections. Green Man Gaming offers a 15% discount with the code DEC15. Humble Choice subscription at .99 per month includes titles like Bomb Rush Cyberfunk and Old World, with additional savings on the Humble Store. LEGO game collections are available for a payment of or more. Ubisoft Store and Steam continue to offer competitive prices on games.