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AppWizard

August 12, 2025

All you need to know about Creaking, the Weeping Angels of Minecraft

The Creaking, also known as the Weeping Angels, was introduced in Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.4 with the Tricky Trials update. It is the first asymmetrical entity in the game, capable of stalking players and immune to all damage except through its heart, which can be found in trees in the Pale Garden biome. The Creaking only moves when players look away, similar to the Weeping Angels from Doctor Who. It spawns at night or during thunderstorms and remains dormant within a 12-block radius of a player. To defeat the Creaking, players must locate and destroy its heart, which leaves an orange trail if the Creaking is engaged. Destroying the heart yields resin clumps, while attacking the Creaking can also drop resin clumps nearby. Players can use a Silk Touch tool to mine the heart intact for decorative use, but caution is needed to avoid spawning another Creaking.

AppWizard

August 12, 2025

Tourism New Zealand Launches AI Trip Planner with Minecraft Integration to Inspire Global Travellers

Travellers can use an AI trip planner powered by GuideGeek technology on newzealand.com, which provides real-time answers to travel inquiries and connects to a fully playable Minecraft destination created by Tourism New Zealand. The AI offers personalized travel tips based on individual interests and integrates data from over 1,000 travel information sources. The Minecraft collaboration features digital recreations of New Zealand locations, enhancing engagement and curiosity about actual sites. Since its launch in late 2024, the AI has attracted around 200,000 unique users, who engage 600% more than average visitors. The initiative promotes New Zealand's cultural heritage through collaboration with Māori groups and local businesses, supporting both popular and lesser-known destinations. Future enhancements for the AI tool may include voice assistance and itinerary sharing.

AppWizard

August 11, 2025

This week in PC games: deep-sea roguelite raids, first-person horror cookery, and a spruced-up Dawn of War

Edwin is on a brief hiatus and prefers to be addressed as "Dr. Edwin" during meetings. He expects others to turn off their cameras and mute themselves if they forget. This week’s overview of new PC game releases includes: - Nebelmer: A compact open-world explorer that won Best Student Game at the Belgian Game Awards. - Echoes of the End: A narrative-rich fantasy hack-and-slash game inspired by Iceland's landscapes. - Abyssus: A 4-player roguelike co-op shooter set in sunken temples. - Dungeon Stalkers: An early access "extraction PvPvE dungeon crawler" with puzzling elements. - Alchemy of the Earth: A game where players mix potions to fend off skeletons. - Stomach: A survival horror cooking game set on an abandoned cruise ship. This week is quiet due to Edwin and Nic being on leave, while Mark plays Mafia: The Old Country. Gamescom is approaching.

Winsage

August 9, 2025

3 apps that are saying ‘no’ to Microsoft’s invasive Recall tool, and how you can too

Microsoft's Recall tool is currently available only on Copilot+ PCs, and users can easily disable it. There are concerns that Recall may become an integral part of Windows, limiting user control. Signal has developed a workaround to prevent Recall from capturing data by enabling screen security, which uses Microsoft's DRM to keep its windows blank during screenshots. Brave has implemented a similar strategy by labeling every browser window as a private browsing session, preventing Recall access while allowing screenshots. AdGuard has updated its functionality to specifically target Recall, providing an additional layer of protection for users concerned about data privacy.

AppWizard

August 9, 2025

Sekiro-likes are in a golden age, Batman games are in a drought, which makes the ground fertile for the Dark Knight soulslike I’ve always dreamed about

A gamer proposes the idea of a Batman game that incorporates soulslike mechanics, inspired by successful titles like Lies of P and Nioh 3. This concept emphasizes Batman's vulnerability and mastery through repeated attempts, contrasting with his traditional portrayal as an invincible hero. The game could feature gameplay mechanics such as parry systems and strategic combat, enhancing player engagement with Batman's character depth and psychological complexity. Additionally, it could explore themes of sacrifice and resilience, offering an immersive narrative experience. The demand for a soulslike Batman game is growing within the gaming community.

AppWizard

August 9, 2025

It’s 2025 and saving in absolutely every game still sucks

IStewieAI's Auto-Save Manager (ASM) for Fallout: New Vegas offers customizable autosave options, allowing players to set their own save intervals and maintain multiple autosaves. Users can choose to autosave at various intervals and create a list of saves that overwrite the oldest ones. This tool addresses the limitations of traditional autosave and quicksave systems, which often leave players with a single autosave and cumbersome navigation to access saves. The demand for more sophisticated saving systems in gaming is evident, with calls for features like dedicated quicksave and quickload buttons on controllers.

AppWizard

August 8, 2025

Indaina’s Largest Corn Maze Has a Minecraft Theme

North Folk Farms, located in Waterloo, Indiana, is home to the largest corn maze in the state, a tradition since 2011. The farm features various activities such as pumpkin picking, hayrides, and a zip line. This year's corn maze theme is inspired by Super Mario Bros, while the 2025 design will be based on the upcoming Minecraft Movie. The corn maze opens on August 29th.

AppWizard

August 8, 2025

Epic Games store’s massive update: You can grab $45worth in free games for a limited period of time

The Epic Games Store is offering two free PC games until August 14. The first game is Road Redemption, an action racing game developed by Redemption Road and Pixel Dash Studios, published by Tripwire Presents, released in 2019, and typically retails for .99. It has an 82% approval rating from over 10,000 user reviews on Steam. The second game is 112 Operator, a simulation and strategy game developed by Jutsu Games and published by Games Operators, released in 2020, and normally costs .99. It has an 89% approval rating from over 5,000 user reviews on Steam.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Epic Games Store Updated With $45 Worth of Free Games

The Epic Games Store is offering two free PC games until August 14: Road Redemption and 112 Operator. Road Redemption, an action-packed racing game released in 2019, has an 82% approval rating on Steam and is typically priced at .99. It allows players to lead a motorcycle gang on a cross-country journey with intense driving combat. 112 Operator, a simulation and strategy game released in 2020, has an 89% approval rating on Steam and is usually priced at .99. In this game, players manage emergency services in various cities, responding to calls and navigating different scenarios.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Legally distinct Final Fantasy 15, better known as the PlayStation-published anime action RPG Lost Soul Aside, has gone gold ahead of its PS5 and PC launch this month

Lost Soul Aside is an anime action RPG inspired by Final Fantasy 15, announced in early 2021 and has gone gold ahead of its launch on August 29. The game will be available on PS5 and PC, featuring an action-packed adventure set in beautifully crafted environments. Players will experience fast-paced combat with the ability to switch weapons, dodge and parry attacks, and customize their character with a magical dragon companion named Arena. The game includes a skill tree for unlocking new combos and skills. The recently released "Weapons Trailer" highlights the game's visual quality using Unreal Engine VFX, showcasing the protagonist's combat style with a massive metal glaive.