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June 26, 2025

4K Blu-ray Review: A Minecraft Movie

A Minecraft Movie is the highest-grossing Hollywood film of 2025, with ticket sales reaching 0 million and poised to cross the billion threshold. The film features Jack Black as the voice of Steve, who embarks on a journey in the Overworld after discovering the Orb of Dominance. Despite its humorous tone and strong visual and audio presentation, the film lacks character development and fails to explore deeper themes related to creativity and adulthood. It includes supporting characters like Garrett, Henry, and Natalie, but their potential is not fully realized. The 4K Blu-ray release includes special features such as behind-the-scenes content and actor experiences with the game.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

10 years after it launched, one of the best roguelikes of all time gets a surprise update on Steam with quality of life improvements and a new controls menu

In 2015, Nuclear Throne was recognized as a top action-roguelike, receiving a 90% review score. By 2022, it was still considered the best roguelike. In 2025, Vlambeer announced an updated beta build available on Steam after an eight-year hiatus, featuring 120fps support, various aspect ratios, and a revamped controls menu. Vlambeer, after a four-year hiatus, returned with Jan Nijman continuing the project after Rami Ismail sold his share. The studio plans to extend the update to console versions after ensuring a solid PC experience. Players can access the beta by selecting "openbeta_win64" in the Steam library.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

After Streaming A Minecraft Movie, I Wasn’t Expecting The Most Unhinged Stuff To Not Involve Jack Black Or Jason Momoa

The author watched "A Minecraft Movie" on HBO Max, having missed its theatrical release. They noted that the film, released in 2025, features Jack Black as Steve and Jason Momoa as Garrett but found Jennifer Coolidge's character, Marlene, to be the most captivating. Marlene, the vice principal, navigates her divorce and awkwardly flirts with Garrett before entering a bizarre romantic relationship with Nitwit, a character voiced by Matt Berry. Their relationship culminates in a surreal proposal. The film is primarily aimed at younger fans of the Minecraft franchise and is directed by Jared Hess.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

New on Home Video: “The Minecraft Movie” on Blu-ray + Digital

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures will release "The Minecraft Movie" on home video starting June 24, 2025. The film, based on the 2011 video game by Mojang Studios, has grossed nearly billion globally, making it the largest domestic opening of 2025 and the highest-grossing film based on a video game. Directed by Jared Hess, it has a runtime of 101 minutes and is rated PG for violence/action, language, suggestive/rude humor, and some scary images. The cast includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Sebastian Hanson, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Coolidge, Rachel House, Jemaine Clement, and Matt Berry. The story follows four misfits who are transported to the Overworld and must navigate challenges to return home. Special features on the home video release include several featurettes about the film's world-building, unique mobs, music, and behind-the-scenes experiences.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

A Minecraft Movie (4K UHD Blu-ray Review)

A Minecraft Movie, directed by Jared Hess, is set to release on June 24, 2025, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, and Danielle Brooks. The story follows four characters—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers), and Dawn (Brooks)—who are transported to the Overworld, where they must team up with Steve (Black) to fend off threats while trying to return home. The film showcases vibrant visuals in 4K Ultra HD with Dolby Vision and HDR-10, accompanied by a Dolby Atmos soundtrack. The 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release includes special features such as behind-the-scenes featurettes and interviews. A Minecraft Movie is available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital from Legendary Pictures & Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

Simon the Sorcerer Origins, the prequel to the classic point-and-click adventure, is coming to PC on October 28th

Simon the Sorcerer Origins, a prequel to the original point-and-click adventure game, will be released on PC on October 28th. The game features a hand-drawn 90s art style and includes the return of Chris Barrie as the voice actor. Players will encounter quirky characters and solve puzzles while navigating the magical world. The soundtrack is composed by Mason Fischer, with a special role for Rick Astley. Minimum system requirements include a 2.5 GHz CPU, 8GB of RAM, Intel HD Graphics 4400, and 5GB of free disk space, while recommended specifications include a 3 GHz CPU and NVIDIA GeForce GTX series GPU. A trailer will be released to showcase the game.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

‘I’m gonna crash out’: New climbing game Peak has sold 1 million copies in less than a week, outperforming its developer’s most popular game

Peak, a co-op climbing game developed by Aggro Crab and Landfall, has received over 10,000 very positive reviews on Steam within six days of its release, reached an all-time peak of 102,799 concurrent players, and sold 1 million copies. The game originated from a game jam where the two studios collaborated to create it in a short timeframe. Players can team up with up to three friends to gather supplies, navigate hazards, and explore diverse terrains while managing stamina. The game features humorous moments and visually stunning graphics, making it an engaging experience for players.

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June 22, 2025

Jack Black riles up fanbase at Kids’ Choice Awards after viral Minecraft moment

Jack Black was honored with the King of Comedy award at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards for his contributions to comedy, including roles in Nacho Libre, Kung Fu Panda, and A Minecraft Movie. He also won the title of Favorite Movie Actor for his role in A Minecraft Movie. During his acceptance speech, he expressed gratitude to his fans and referenced his character Dewey Finn from School of Rock and his portrayal of Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. A notable moment of the evening included Black referencing a viral scene from A Minecraft Movie involving the phrase "chicken jockey." The Kids' Choice Awards featured nominees like Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar, with Jack Black, Dwayne Johnson, and Jelly Roll receiving three nominations each. Winners received Nickelodeon’s orange Blimp trophy and many attendees were covered in green slime.

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June 21, 2025

“Jaws” Turns 50, “Frozen” Stage Musical, “Minecraft” At Home: Here’s What To Watch This Weekend

“K-Pop Demon Hunters” is an animated film on Netflix featuring a girl group that also serves as demon hunters, with talents including Arden Cho and Ahn Hyo-seop. “Frozen: The Hit Broadway Musical” on Disney+ is a musical adaptation of the film, featuring original songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and includes a puppeteered Olaf. “A Minecraft Movie” on HBO Max, starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has grossed nearly a billion dollars at the box office, aided by a viral TikTok meme and interactive screenings. “28 Years Later,” directed by Danny Boyle and featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Jodie Comer, revives the zombie genre. “Jaws,” celebrating its 50th anniversary on Peacock, is a classic thriller that established summer blockbusters and key marketing strategies in the film industry.

AppWizard

June 21, 2025

Jack Black and Jason Momoa Make A Minecraft Movie a Delight

A Minecraft Movie was released on Max on June 20, 2025, featuring Jack Black as Steve, who discovers two artifacts that transport him to a fantastical dimension. The film's antagonist is Malgosha, the leader of the Nether. Jack Black's performance is complemented by Jason Momoa as Garrett “the Garbage Man” Garrison, creating a dynamic between Steve's confidence and Garrett's self-awareness. The story includes characters Henry and Natalie, who face challenges like rectangular shrub zombies and piglin warriors. Directed by Jared Hess, the screenplay was written by a team of five, balancing humor and heart while respecting the game's spirit.