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AppWizard

August 31, 2026

Game review: Star Wars Zero Company (PC)

Star Wars Zero Company is a turn-based strategy game set during the waning days of the Clone Wars, where players lead a mercenary unit called Zero Company, led by former Republic officer Tesh Hawks. The game features tactical gameplay reminiscent of the X-COM series, with players managing a squad and engaging in combat missions while also exploring an upgradeable hub called The Den. Players can choose between Operations and Tactical Missions, with character customization options available for generic recruits. The game includes a variety of missions and enemies from the Star Wars universe, including a notable antagonist, The Coil. It features a permadeath system, strategic gameplay that emphasizes positioning and cover, and a soundtrack inspired by the franchise. The game is developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm, EA Games, and Bit Reactor.

AppWizard

August 30, 2026

Best PC, PlayStation, Xbox Games Named by Gamescom – List of Winners in Different Categories Revealed

Capcom's upcoming title, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, won multiple awards, including Best PlayStation Game and Best Gameplay. CD Projekt RED received accolades for their booth design, merchandise, and the trailer for the remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, along with its story expansion "Ballad of the Past." The Best PC Game award went to Total War: Warhammer 40,000. Other awards included Best Xbox Game for Forza Horizon 6, Best Audio for Alien: Isolation 2, Most Engaging Game for Wanderburg, Most Epic Game for Tides of Annihilation, Most Heartfelt Game for Finding Polka, Best Nintendo Switch 2 Game for Rayman Legends Retold, and Best Mobile Game for Where Winds Meet. The Best Trailer (Audience Choice) was awarded to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered & Songs of the Past DLC.

AppWizard

August 29, 2026

The Long Dark will get new DLC again as studio shifts devs away from the sequel to survive an ‘uncertain’ industry: ‘We have to adapt to this’

Hinterland Studios has shifted its strategy regarding The Long Dark, a survival game, by reallocating a team to create new downloadable content (DLC) for its survival mode, despite the ongoing development of a sequel titled Blackfrost. This decision aims to enhance the longevity of the nine-year-old game amid challenges in the gaming industry, such as rising costs and increased competition on platforms like Steam. The studio's focus on The Long Dark reflects a desire to sustain its player base while navigating the complexities of the current market.

AppWizard

August 21, 2026

Cyberleek’s still at it: Another GTA 6 leak shows 2 full minutes of high speed driving, surprisingly few crashes

Cyberleek has released a new gameplay snippet from Grand Theft Auto 6 for the fourth consecutive day. The latest video, titled "hypercar.mp4," features protagonist Jason in a carjacking scene in Vice City. The two-minute clip shows Jason having the option to perform an aggressive extraction of the driver, which may attract attention. It also confirms earlier leaks about visual identification mechanics related to the stolen vehicle and Jason's wanted level. The footage highlights advanced lighting technology, showcasing realistic reflections from the hypercar's headlights. Additionally, the video promotes Cyberleek's cryptocurrency initiative, with a message linking market capitalization to the frequency of leaks. Take-Two has reportedly lost approximately .8 billion in market capitalization this week due to a decline in share price.

AppWizard

August 20, 2026

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Tested on Different PCs

Focus Entertainment released a video showcasing graphical differences in Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy across various PC system configurations, highlighting minimum, recommended, and maximum requirements. The PC version will include manual graphics settings for customization based on individual hardware. The game is set to release on August 27 and will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, as well as on Game Pass from day one.

AppWizard

August 20, 2026

I modded GTA 5’s NPCs to be punishable for their crimes, and also much more polite

In Grand Theft Auto V, modding enthusiasts are enhancing realism through new modifications. Two notable mods are NPC Check On Player, which allows NPCs to check on players after accidents, and NPCs Get Wanted Stars, which enables players to provoke NPCs into committing crimes, leading to humorous police chases. The NPC Check On Player mod introduces polite interactions, while the NPCs Get Wanted Stars mod creates chaotic scenarios as NPCs react to player actions. These developments reflect a desire for more immersive gameplay in the Los Santos environment.

AppWizard

August 19, 2026

“Bombora” is working on a book about Minecraft: the cubic world that conquered the planet

The "Bombora" publishing house is set to release a book by Artem Frolov that explores the phenomenon of Minecraft, tracing its origins to Markus Persson's Infiniminer clone. The book will examine Minecraft's cultural impact and key themes such as its procedurally generated world, building mechanics, survival mode, extensive modding toolkit, and C418's ambient soundtrack. No release date or pricing details for pre-orders have been announced.

BetaBeacon

August 19, 2026

Pixel Adventure A Space for the Unbound with 97% Rating on Steam Released on Android

A Space for the Unbound is a captivating narrative adventure set in a small Indonesian town during the late 1990s, following high school students Atma and Raya as they navigate supernatural forces and personal struggles.

AppWizard

August 18, 2026

GTA 6 leaks show a game that looks like more GTA, but not a revolution

Rockstar Games is known for its meticulous attention to detail in its virtual worlds, exemplified by features like the dynamic behavior of horse testicles in Red Dead Redemption. Recently, videos claiming to show gameplay from GTA 6 surfaced online, leading to copyright takedowns that suggest some credibility. Initial impressions indicate that GTA 6 may follow a familiar formula rather than innovate the genre. There is significant demand for the game, with a large number of preorders reflecting player trust in Rockstar. The leaked footage revealed several details about the game, including enhanced environmental interactions, smoother character animations, expansive urban landscapes, subtle weather effects, improved vehicle physics, new NPC behaviors, complex dialogue options, dynamic day-night cycles, expanded customization options, increased variety in side missions, enhanced AI, rich storytelling, potential cooperative gameplay features, high visual fidelity, a diverse soundtrack, and new gameplay mechanics.

AppWizard

August 18, 2026

I modded GTA 5 into a life-sim RPG with mining, foraging, a mini-economy, and the ability to fall asleep in the middle of the road

Grand Theft Auto 6 is expected to offer an immersive gaming experience that closely resembles reality. In contrast, Grand Theft Auto 5 seems less immersive by current standards. To enhance the experience, the Roleplay Alone mod was used, allowing players to engage in various activities like mining and cannabis distribution with characters such as Michael, Franklin, and Trevor. The mod introduces tasks that include using a two-handed mattock for mining, with an energy meter that adds realism. Players can assign blue-collar tasks to iconic characters, providing a unique and entertaining twist to the gameplay. Although the mining efforts yielded minimal in-game currency, the experience was enjoyable and highlighted the game's potential for exploration, including new activities like fishing.