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Great moments in PC gaming: Dark Messiah of Might and Magic's rooftop chase
AppWizard
December 21, 2025

Great moments in PC gaming: Dark Messiah of Might and Magic’s rooftop chase

Dark Messiah of Might and Magic, developed by Arkane in 2006, features a blend of linear and open-world gameplay set in a town besieged by the undead. Players engage in encounters such as using a ballista against a zombie cyclops and chasing a ghoul across rooftops. The game includes a succubus character who provides guidance, enhancing the immersive experience. It also incorporates strategic stealth gameplay with a sandbox environment filled with guards and allows players to craft weapons. The game is noted for its creativity and distinct sequences that keep players engaged without repetitive gameplay.
Google Unveils New Tools and Libraries for Building AI Glasses Apps
AppWizard
December 15, 2025

Google Unveils New Tools and Libraries for Building AI Glasses Apps

Google has released Android XR SDK Developer Preview 3, which enhances AI Glasses development with two new libraries: Jetpack Projected and Jetpack Compose Glimmer, and expands ARCore for Jetpack XR to include motion tracking and geospatial capabilities. Jetpack Projected allows apps to project XR experiences from host devices to AI Glasses, enabling interaction with the glasses' hardware. Jetpack Compose Glimmer provides UI components for creating augmented experiences, utilizing optical see-through technology. An AI Glasses emulator is also available in Android Studio for developers to preview UI designs. The expanded ARCore capabilities include retrieving planar data, anchoring content, motion tracking, and geospatial pose support. Developers can access these features through Android Studio Canary with the latest emulator version.
If the only Larian game you've played is Baldur's Gate 3, here's what you need to know about the Divinity series
AppWizard
December 13, 2025

If the only Larian game you’ve played is Baldur’s Gate 3, here’s what you need to know about the Divinity series

Larian Studios is shifting its focus from the Dungeons & Dragons universe back to its original franchise, the Divinity series, with a new installment titled Divinity. The upcoming game will be accessible to newcomers and will not require extensive knowledge of the series' lore. The recommended order to play the Divinity games is: Divinity: Original Sin 2, Divinity: Original Sin, Divinity: Dragon Commander, Divinity 2: Ego Draconis, Beyond Divinity (optional), and Divine Divinity. Divinity: Original Sin and its sequel feature turn-based combat and cooperative gameplay, with Original Sin 2 being particularly praised as Game of the Year in 2017. The series is set in the fantasy world of Rivellon, featuring various beings and engaging narratives centered around heroism. The new installment's reveal trailer has sparked discussions about its darker themes.
Sideloading apps on Android 16 QPR2 has a much nicer-looking UI
AppWizard
December 4, 2025

Sideloading apps on Android 16 QPR2 has a much nicer-looking UI

Google has updated the Android Package Installer with a new Material 3 Expressive design language, aligning it with the visual overhaul of Android 16. The Package Installer now has a more intuitive layout, centering the app name and icon to emphasize installation actions. New button styles include Filled Buttons for primary actions like “Install” and “Open,” and Elevated Buttons for secondary actions like “Cancel” and “Done.” The installation progress bar features a new Material 3 Linear Progress Indicator, and the dialog’s title font size has been increased for better readability. However, the permission dialog for sideloading apps has not been redesigned and still uses the older button style. Users need to install the Android 16 QPR2 update to access these enhancements, as the Package Installer cannot be updated through Google Play System Updates.
I don't know how I missed this playable Windows 95-era 3D Maze screensaver, but it's making me feel like I'm tripping out, man
Winsage
November 17, 2025

I don’t know how I missed this playable Windows 95-era 3D Maze screensaver, but it’s making me feel like I’m tripping out, man

A new playable version of the 3D Maze screensaver from Windows 95 has been created by a user named x86matthew, based on a reverse-engineered binary of the original screensaver. This version allows for user control through keyboard inputs via an additional DLL, enabling players to navigate a maze filled with digital brick walls. Players may encounter rat sprites and enigmatic black polyhedrons, adding elements of surprise and intrigue to the experience. This project evokes nostalgia for those who remember the original screensaver, providing a chance to reconnect with a piece of digital history.
Google’s AI-Powered Gemini Updates Are Changing Android Forever
AppWizard
November 14, 2025

Google’s AI-Powered Gemini Updates Are Changing Android Forever

Google has rolled out updates for Android devices that enhance applications like Google Maps, Android Auto, Google Messages, and the Play Store using its AI system, Gemini. These updates aim to improve user experience by providing real-time assistance and seamless interactivity. Key features include: - Google Maps: Users can ask about specific location details directly within the app, enhancing convenience and safety while driving. - Android Auto: Allows natural language interaction with the vehicle's infotainment system, making tasks like adjusting routes simpler and less distracting. - Google Messages: Offers insights on shared links without needing to open them, improving communication and online security. - Play Store: Facilitates app discovery by allowing users to ask detailed questions about apps, ensuring informed decisions before downloading. The updates prioritize safety and user-friendliness, promoting efficient interactions and a cohesive ecosystem across Android devices.
The dispatching minigame in Dispatch is good enough to be a standalone game
AppWizard
November 10, 2025

The dispatching minigame in Dispatch is good enough to be a standalone game

The Superhero Dispatch Network receives a variety of calls, ranging from mundane issues like cats in trees to intense situations such as hostage negotiations and supernatural activity. The game "Dispatch," created by former Telltale employees, features interactive storytelling with choices that affect the narrative, including character selection and team management. Each character has unique stats based on their backgrounds as reformed villains, and players must analyze job descriptions to choose heroes with the right attributes for missions. The game includes a percentage chance of success for missions and incorporates a choose-your-own-adventure style for certain scenarios. The narrative unfolds over six episodes, with two remaining, and the player manages the dispatch office while engaging with the story arcs.
Exclusive: Android Auto is preparing home screen widgets — here's your first look
AppWizard
October 30, 2025

Exclusive: Android Auto is preparing home screen widgets — here’s your first look

Android Auto is set to introduce home screen widgets, codenamed “Earth,” allowing users to integrate widgets from mobile applications into the Android Auto dashboard. Currently, Android Auto features “Taskbar Widgets” for quick app controls. The new home screen widgets will enable users to select one widget to occupy one side of the home screen, taking up 35-40% of the width. To add widgets in the current beta version, users must navigate to Settings > “Customize Earth,” choose an app, confirm the selection, and manage the widget. Users need to grant permissions for widget creation, after which they can select from compatible apps. Widgets will display on the dashboard, with the Spotify widget showing playback controls but lacking song titles due to layout design limitations. Testing reveals varying performance levels among widgets, with the Pixel Weather widget functioning well when location access is enabled. Key limitations include the ability to display only one widget at a time, no option to add multiple widgets from different apps, limited size adjustment, and some widgets not functioning correctly due to design issues. Widgets that work well typically do not require opening their companion apps. Improvements and better compatibility are expected in future updates.
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