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Crimson Desert review - a beautiful, shallow world
AppWizard
March 19, 2026

Crimson Desert review – a beautiful, shallow world

Crimson Desert features a vast and visually stunning world but struggles with a conventional narrative framework. The combat system can feel cumbersome, especially during challenging boss encounters, leading to a sense of unfulfilled potential in exploration. The game follows a protagonist named Kliff Greymane, who seeks revenge against an antagonist, but after 50 hours, the main adversary remains elusive, and players engage in mundane tasks. Exploration is initially enticing, but it becomes constrained, with limited interactions and repetitive tasks. Combat mechanics blend elements from various genres, but boss battles introduce a significant difficulty spike that can frustrate players. Promotional materials promise thrilling gameplay elements, but the actual experience often falls short. While moments of joy can be found in exploring the Abyss network, the connection to the character Kliff is lacking, and the narrative becomes convoluted over time. Despite its vibrant world and visual splendor, the game may leave players wanting more due to restricted exploration and busywork.
Minecraft meets Wind Waker? Hytale with airships? Everwind is Steam's latest big early access release, and it could be a winner with time
AppWizard
March 17, 2026

Minecraft meets Wind Waker? Hytale with airships? Everwind is Steam’s latest big early access release, and it could be a winner with time

Two fantasy-themed sandbox titles, Hytale and Enjoy Studio's Everwind, have recently emerged, with Everwind featuring airships as a unique gameplay element. The game invites players to scavenge, craft, and explore in a procedurally generated world made of destructible voxel blocks, reminiscent of Minecraft. Players gather resources to create weapons, armor, tools, and furniture, while the game’s aesthetic evokes a muted, medieval fantasy atmosphere. Everwind's world consists of vast oceans and diverse islands, some floating in the sky. Players can engage in crafting and combat, with a stamina-based system that enhances gameplay. The process of salvaging and constructing airships involves scanning parts for blueprints and gathering essential components. Initial experiences may include challenges such as resource scarcity and unexpected events, but these can lead to deeper exploration. Air travel mechanics allow players to set speed and elevation, though early travel can be slow and lacks engaging distractions. The game is currently in early access and has the potential for growth and improvement over the next year.
Minecraft 26.1 Pre-Release 3
AppWizard
March 17, 2026

Minecraft 26.1 Pre-Release 3

Today, the third pre-release of Minecraft: Java Edition has been released, featuring minor technical adjustments and essential bug fixes. The Data Pack version has been updated to 101.1, with the count field for Placement Modifiers now operating within a range of 0 to 4096. Bugs fixed in this pre-release include: - MC-305118: Resource packs labeled as "Broken or incompatible" now appear correctly. - MC-306240: The /fill command now adheres to the maxblockmodifications game rule. - MC-306620: Feeding a snifflet with a golden dandelion no longer resets its age incorrectly. - MC-306805: Baby zombie villagers' arm positioning has been adjusted for correct movement while holding items. - MC-306840: Dolphins no longer drown when no players are nearby. - MC-306850: Noise settings for caves and floating islands are functioning properly. - MC-306854: Discrepancies in villager trades between versions 1.21.11 and 26.1 snapshots have been clarified. - MC-306859: Clipping issues with the arms of baby zombies, baby husks, gurgles, and baby zombie villagers have been resolved. - MC-306860: Player object text components in server status messages are no longer replaced by fallback text. - MC-306898: Placed/configured features are now limited to 256 tries. - MC-306899: Inverted blocklists for the firepatch and soulfire_patch features have been fixed. The latest Pre-Releases can be installed via the Minecraft Launcher by enabling snapshots. Users are advised to back up their data as testing versions may corrupt worlds. The cross-platform server jar is also available for download.
This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken
AppWizard
March 16, 2026

This week in PC games: Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2 plus frogs, cubes and one amazingly menacing chicken

The Maw consumed the narrator but they have returned to the waking world. The narrator successfully escaped through one of the Maw's mouths. New PC games highlighted include: - Bonnie Bear Saves Frogtime: A strategy game with grid-based battles alongside frogs. - Deadline Delivery: A fast-paced adventure involving errant apes and exploding mail trucks. - Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War: Players embody bugs to understand and combat foes. - The Ratline: A game about tracking Nazi fugitives in the 1970s. - Everwind: An early access first-person survival RPG set in a world of floating islands. - Opus Magnum DLC: A new addition to an engineering sim with fresh content. - Crawling Angels: A game where players navigate a carnival to satisfy a character's whims. - The Cube, Save Us: An early access melee extraction game focused on loot in a sky cube. - In Their Shoes: A slice-of-life game reimagining visual novel mechanics. - Death Stranding 2: On The Beach: Now available on PC. - Crimson Desert: An action-RPG from the creators of Black Desert Online. - Briar Flame: A 2D dark fantasy action-platformer. The team is currently engaged with Crimson Desert and reflecting on classic games, while also dealing with cooking and food-related thoughts.
Highly Anticipated Zelda Meets Minecraft RPG Sets March Release
AppWizard
March 5, 2026

Highly Anticipated Zelda Meets Minecraft RPG Sets March Release

Everwind will launch in early access on 17 March on PC via Steam. It is a survival RPG developed by Enjoy Studio S.A. and published by Bohemia Interactive, featuring a voxel-based world and elements inspired by Minecraft, The Legend of Zelda, and Skyrim. Players can explore islands from a first-person perspective, using a flying ship as a base, and engage in crafting, looting, and combat. The game includes an engaging combat system with various weapons, alchemy for unlocking spells, and a procedurally generated world with a destructible environment. Character customization is also available.
Minecraft’s PS3 source code just leaked with floating islands and early villager houses offering a rare look at scrapped features
AppWizard
March 4, 2026

Minecraft’s PS3 source code just leaked with floating islands and early villager houses offering a rare look at scrapped features

The source code for Minecraft's PlayStation 3 version has been leaked online, revealing internal development files and the source code for Minecraft Pocket Edition. This version was optimized for the PlayStation 3's 256MB of RAM and was developed in C++. The leak includes features that were not included in the final release, such as early sky island world generation, prototype waterfall code, and initial designs for villager houses. Enthusiasts have managed to run the PS3 build on PC with functional multiplayer capabilities. The leak may aid researchers in identifying vulnerabilities, although significant security concerns are likely addressed in newer updates. The leak contributes to preservation efforts, allowing the community to explore Minecraft's development during its console era.
Almost all the cozy games of March have demos to try and I've been snapping up as many as I can
AppWizard
March 2, 2026

Almost all the cozy games of March have demos to try and I’ve been snapping up as many as I can

Cozy games often shift their release dates shortly before launch, which has been particularly noticeable in March. The anticipated titles include: - The Legend of Khiimori: An open-world game set in 13th century Mongolia focused on horse taming and breeding, developed with input from horse game critic Alice Ruppert. - Cupiclaw: A vibrant pixel art adventure that simplifies the claw machine experience, where players aim to scoop high-value prizes like a lost engagement ring. - The Abbess Garden: A gardening fantasy set in 1643 France, where players restore a neglected abbey garden, emphasizing ecosystem care and creativity. - Bubblegum Galaxy: A tile-based building game featuring a cat with a house-shaped hat, tasked with rebuilding a galaxy in a corporate setting. - Collector's Cove: A farming simulator where players start their farming life on the back of a large aquatic dinosaur, exploring various islands without enemies.
Free PC Game Offering Is a Cozy Animal Crossing Competitor
AppWizard
February 24, 2026

Free PC Game Offering Is a Cozy Animal Crossing Competitor

The ongoing Steam Next Fest runs until 2 March and features a variety of game demos. One highlighted game is Collector’s Cove, a free demo developed by VoodooDuck, where players manage a floating farm aboard a ship, exploring islands and gathering crops and fish. The demo allows players to grow crops, fish, craft items, and personalize their ship, with the goal of becoming a Named-Collector. Progress made in the demo will carry over to the full game, which includes access to the first seven in-game days. Collector’s Cove is compatible with the Steam Deck. Other demos featured in the event include Romestead, The Witch’s Bakery, and Witchspire.
Minecraft Meets Stardew Valley In 94% Rated PS5 Release, Out Today
AppWizard
February 20, 2026

Minecraft Meets Stardew Valley In 94% Rated PS5 Release, Out Today

Outpath, a clicker base-building adventure game, was launched on October 16, 2023, by solo developer David Moralejo Sánchez and published by GrabTheGames and UpgradePoint. It has a 94% positive rating on Steam and will be released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S on February 19, 2026. The game features tranquil exploration, cozy crafting, and idle progression, drawing inspiration from Minecraft, Forager, Satisfactory, and Stardew Valley. Players can gather resources, craft items, build bases, buy islands, fish, level up skills, and engage in parkour movements. A free demo is available on PC, offering about 10 hours of content, while the full game is priced at £12.79 on the Nintendo eShop and Steam. Pricing for PlayStation and Microsoft stores is not yet announced.
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