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AppWizard

December 4, 2025

Horses, the Upsetting Horror Game Previously Banned on Steam, Gets Last Minute Ban From Epic Games Store Too

Humble has reinstated the game "Horses" on its platform after a temporary delisting for reevaluation. Developer Santa Ragione stated that the game's content, while heavy, did not warrant removal. However, Humble later decided to delist "Horses" again. The game was previously banned from Steam and Epic Games Store due to violations of content guidelines, with Epic citing "Inappropriate Content" and "Hateful or Abusive Content." Santa Ragione's appeal to Epic was denied without further explanation. The game has received attention for its unsettling premise, which critiques societal acceptance of morally horrifying actions. Despite facing bans, "Horses" is currently available on Humble, itch.io, and GOG.

Tech Optimizer

December 2, 2025

Is Antivirus Software Enough? What It Can (and Can’t) Protect You From

Malware remains a significant threat, with DanaBot targeting Windows devices and a new strain of Android malware capable of stealing debit card information. Nearly three-quarters of Americans have experienced online attacks, highlighting the importance of antivirus software for digital security. Antivirus software can protect against various threats, including malware, ransomware, Trojans, spyware, and adware, but it cannot prevent social engineering attacks, physical theft, zero-day exploits, or vulnerabilities from outdated software. Regular updates and additional security measures are necessary for comprehensive protection.

AppWizard

November 30, 2025

Disturbing Horror Game Banned By Steam Finds New Home

This year has seen significant developments in equine-themed video games, particularly with the success of Uma Musume: Pretty Derby and the upcoming title Horses. Horses initially faced challenges on Steam but has gained support from GOG.COM, which announced its commitment to the game and provided a pre-order link ahead of its launch on December 2. GOG.COM, known for its DRM-free gaming approach, is operated by CD Projekt and has a reputation for popular titles like The Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077. Horses is priced at .99 on both GOG and the Epic Games Store, appealing to gamers interested in exploring new genres.

AppWizard

November 29, 2025

CD Projekt’s PC Game Storefront GOG Gets Behind Horses After Valve Steam Ban: ‘Players Should Be Able to Choose the Experiences That Speak to Them’

CD Projekt’s GOG is supporting the indie horror game Horses after it was banned from Steam. The game is set to launch on December 2 across multiple platforms, including Epic Games Store, GOG, Itch.io, and Humble Store, but not on Steam due to Valve's decision. Valve reviewed the game earlier in 2023 and cited concerns regarding its content as the reason for the ban. GOG has launched pre-orders for Horses and is actively promoting it, emphasizing player choice and creativity. Santa Ragione, the game's developer, has called for greater transparency from Steam and improved conditions for developers in the industry.

AppWizard

November 29, 2025

GOG says it’s ‘proud to give Horses a home’ after the horror game was rejected by Steam, but commenters won’t let it forget the time it rejected another horror game

The horror adventure game Horses was rejected by Steam in 2023 due to concerns about depicting sexual conduct involving a minor. The developer, Santa Ragione, argued that the scene was not sexual and has since changed it to feature an adult character, but Valve has not reconsidered the game's status. Horses will launch on other platforms, including the Epic Games Store and the Humble Store, and GOG has expressed support for the game, encouraging pre-orders. This support has sparked controversy, with users comparing it to the treatment of the game Devotion, which was removed from Steam after backlash over a controversial joke about Chinese President Xi Jinping. Despite its removal from major storefronts, Devotion is still available for purchase directly from its developer, Red Candle Games, which has also released the game Nine Sols on Steam.

AppWizard

November 27, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.11 ‘Mounts of Mayhem’ Release Date Announced

The Minecraft 1.21.11 update, titled Mounts of Mayhem, will be released on December 9, 2025. It will introduce new features including the spear weapon, new mobs such as Nautilus, Camel Husks, Zombie Horses, and Parched, as well as new items like Netherite Horse Armor.

AppWizard

November 27, 2025

Minecraft’s Final Game Drop Update Of 2025 Arrives Next Month

Minecraft's upcoming content drop, 'Mounts of Mayhem', will be released for the Bedrock Edition on 9th December 2025. Key features include the introduction of a new weapon, the spear, a Zombie Horse, a new tameable mob called Nautilus, and the Camel Husk with two riders (a husk and a parched). Quality-of-life improvements will allow players to traverse water while mounted on horseback. Additional details can be found in the latest monthly video update and the Minecraft Live September 2025 round-up post.

AppWizard

November 27, 2025

An indie studio says it’s at risk of closure after Valve banned its game from Steam

Indie studio Santa Ragione is facing potential closure due to its game, Horses, being denied entry to Steam, which is a major sales platform for PC games. Horses is a first-person horror game featuring a college student on a farm where the "horses" are adults in horse masks, aimed at an adult audience. Valve blocked the game over concerns that it depicted sexual conduct involving a minor, a claim Santa Ragione disputes. The studio plans to release Horses on alternative platforms like the Epic Games Store, GOG, Itch, and the Humble Store on December 2. Santa Ragione invested approximately 0,000 in the game and struggles financially after their previous title, Saturnalia, underperformed. They believe a scene in the game may have triggered Valve's concerns despite the characters being adults. The studio has been unable to secure external publishing partnerships and is relying on the success of Horses on non-Steam platforms to survive. Co-founder Pietro Righi Riva acknowledged that the studio could close if the game does not perform well.

AppWizard

November 26, 2025

Minecraft Mounts of Mayhem is finally ready to be unleashed, so here’s when you can ride a zombie horse into battle

Mojang is set to release the Mounts of Mayhem update for Minecraft on December 9, which will include new features such as: - A new weapon type, the spear, which can be crafted from various materials and has two attack modes: a quick jab and a powerful charge attack. It can also have a unique enchantment called Lunge. - New rideable mobs, including the nautilus, which is suitable for underwater exploration, alongside a zombie variant and hostile drowned mobs. - Enhanced horses that can now wear netherite-tier armor, with zombified horses spawning as overworld mobs. - The introduction of the camel husk, the tallest mob in Minecraft, which appears with two hostile mobs: a husk and a new type called the parched that attacks from a distance.

AppWizard

November 26, 2025

Saturnalia creators Santa Ragione will “wind down operations” after Valve ban horror game Horses from Steam

Santa Ragione, the developers of Saturnalia and Wheels of Aurelia, may close their studio following Valve's refusal to list their upcoming horror game, Horses, on Steam. The rejection was based on an unfinished build submitted in 2023, deemed inappropriate due to its themes and imagery, specifically concerning content that could be interpreted as depicting sexual conduct involving a minor. Horses, which combines surreal body horror with silent cinema techniques, is set to launch on December 2nd on Epic, GOG, the Humble Store, and Itch. The developers initially submitted a rough version of Horses for Steam approval about two years ago, which was rejected after an automated review in June 2023. They have sought clarification from Valve and expressed willingness to modify any unsuitable elements but have not received a response. Santa Ragione clarified that all characters in Horses are over 20 years old and that while the game includes sexual elements, the intent is to provoke discussion rather than arousal. Having invested around 0,000 into Horses, Santa Ragione faces financial difficulties, as the anticipated funding from sales of Saturnalia did not materialize. They have raised remaining funds through private contributions, making them reliant on the success of Horses. The ban on Horses is seen as part of a broader trend of delisting adult content from platforms, but Santa Ragione argues that their game has been unjustly censored compared to other media platforms.