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November 25, 2025

Spellcasters Chronicles is my kind of MOBA, where I can summon skyscraper-sized titans, create an army of lizards, and just live happily in the chaos

Quantic Dream's Spellcasters Chronicles is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) that features third-person gameplay, allowing players to control spellcasters with summonable grunts and abilities. Matches are structured as 3v3 encounters lasting around 30 minutes, with players able to enhance their abilities through leveling up. The game currently has six heroes and various deck abilities, with clear visual cues for allies and enemies. Players engage in strategic moments, such as healing grunts and summoning titans, which can significantly impact the outcome of battles. The game is designed to be accessible for newcomers while offering depth for experienced players, encouraging mastery of its mechanics and strategies.

AppWizard

November 25, 2025

One of 2024’s worst gacha games relaunches without microtransactions, and it’s already looking so much better

Gacha mechanics in gaming can evoke mixed emotions, with titles like Zenless Zone Zero and Honkai Star Rail featuring impressive graphics but facing criticism for their microtransactions. Solo Leveling: Arise was anticipated by fans but was quickly dismissed due to its aggressive monetization strategy, which included frequent flash sales and multiple subscription models. A review described the game as "too grindy, frustrating, and repetitive," with poor drop rates. A new version, Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive, has been released on PC, removing gacha mechanics and allowing players to recruit Hunters and craft weapons without randomness. This iteration aims to reward effort and strategy, with players able to earn all Hunters through gameplay. The game currently holds a 75% rating on Steam, with some concerns about always-online requirements and anti-cheat issues. Netmarble is reportedly working on a solution for offline play. Solo Leveling: Arise Overdrive is priced at .99 / £34.99 on Steam, with a free demo available. Over 10,000 players have already engaged with the game.

AppWizard

November 20, 2025

BO7 Nuketown 2025 release date and launch time

Nuketown will return in Black Ops 7 as Nuketown 2025, launching on November 20, 2025, at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT. The map features a familiar layout with two buildings at either end and vehicles in the center, including a moving truck. The aesthetic has been updated with cyborgs replacing mannequins and a sleek metallic design for the buildings. The traditional Jeep has been replaced by a Hydro Car, and the old wooden sign is now an electronic board with a TV screen. The RC-XD Shortcut will also return, allowing players to navigate the map undetected. Players are advised to level up their weapons and consult the guide to the Black Ops 7 Prestige system for optimal gameplay.

AppWizard

November 19, 2025

Disney Dreamlight Valley’s Wishblossom Ranch DLC is the most fun I’ve had since I started playing the game three years ago

Disney Dreamlight Valley has released a new expansion called Wishblossom Ranch, which features vibrant biomes and interconnected quests. Players can meet new characters, assist them with their quests, and explore diverse landscapes without enforced waiting periods. The expansion encourages exploration and offers unique challenges and rewards, leading to engaging gameplay experiences. Players can unlock characters like Cruella and discover hidden areas such as Pixie Acres. There are still many tasks and discoveries to complete in Wishblossom Ranch.

AppWizard

November 9, 2025

How a former NASA employee became the world’s foremost author of videogame cookbooks: ‘It can’t look like you’re eating a Pokémon’

Victoria Rosenthal is a culinary author known for her video game-themed cookbooks, starting with her blog, Pixelated Provisions. Her notable work includes the 2018 release of "Fallout: The Vault Dweller's Official Cookbook," which established her reputation in the niche market. She creatively collaborates with lore authors to align recipes with game narratives, as seen in "God of War: The Official Cookbook of the Nine Realms" and "Halo: The Official Cookbook." Her project "My Pokémon Cookbook" focused on vegetarian dishes due to a restriction against resembling Pokémon. Since becoming a full-time cookbook writer in 2021, she has two new titles planned for 2025: "Guild Wars 2: Feasts of Tyria" and a second volume of "Final Fantasy 14" recipes. Rosenthal is interested in future projects involving franchises like "Yakuza: Like a Dragon" and "Baldur's Gate." She aims to inspire readers to embrace cooking, emphasizing that cooking can be made less intimidating, similar to leveling up skills in video games.

AppWizard

November 6, 2025

Free Epic games this week November 2025

Each week in 2025, the Epic Games Store offers complimentary games that players can claim and keep forever, with a limited window of one week to secure them. As of November 6, 2025, the free games available are "Felix the Reaper" and "Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms." Upcoming free games include "Scourgebringer" and "Songs of Silence," starting November 13, 2025. Throughout 2025, various games have been offered for free, including: - Bendy and the Ink Machine (October 30 - November 6) - Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit (October 30 - November 6) - Fear the Spotlight (October 23 - 30) - Amnesia The Bunker (October 16 - 23) - Samorost 3 (October 16 - 23) - Gravity Circuit (October 9 - 16) - Albion Online Rogue Journeyman Bundle (October 9 - 16) - Firestone (October 2 - 9) - Nightingale Realms Rebuilt (October 2 - 9) - Eastern Exorcist (September 25 - October 2) - Jorel's Brother and The Most Important Game of the Galaxy (September 25 - October 2) - Project Winter (September 18 - 25) - Samorost 2 (September 18 - 25) - Ghostrunner 2 (September 11 - 18) - Monument Valley 2 (September 11 - 18) - The Battle of Polytopia (September 11 - 18) - Monument Valley (September 4 - 11) - Machinarium (August 28 - September 4) - Make Way (August 28 - September 4) - Kamaeru (August 21 - 28) - Strange Horticulture (August 21 - 28) - Hidden Folks (August 14 - 21) - Totally Reliable Delivery Service (August 14 - 21) - 112 Operator (August 7 - 14) - Road Redemption (August 7 - 14) - Keylocker (July 31 - August 7) - Pilgrims (July 31 - August 7) - Legion TD2 (July 17 - 24) - Sky Racket (July 10 - 17) - Figment 2 (July 10 - 17) - Backpack Hero (July 3 - 10) - Figment (July 3 - 10) - The Operator (June 19 - 26) - Two Point Hospital (June 12 - 19) - Deathloop (June 5 - 12) - Ogu and the Secret Forest (June 5 - 12) - Tiny Tina's Wonderland (May 29 - June 5) - Inside (May 29 - June 5) - Sifu (May 22 - 29) - Gigapocalypse (May 22 - 29) - Deliver At All Costs (May 22 - 29) - Dead Island 2 (May 15 - 22) - Happy Game (May 15 - 22) - Deadtime Defenders (May 8 - 15) - Touch Type Tale (May 8 - 15) - Super Space Club (May 1 - 8) - Chuchel (April 24 - May 1) - Albion Online Welcome Gift (April 24 - May 1) - Botanicula (April 17 - 24) - Firestone Free Offer (April 17 - 24) - River City Girls (April 10 - 17) - Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms (April 10 - 17) - Arcadegeddon (April 10 - 17) - Cat Quest II (April 3 - 10) - Neko Ghost, Jump! (March 27 - April 3) - Cat Quest (March 27 - April 3) - Jurassic World Evolution 2 (March 20 - 27) - World of Warships: Anniversary Party Favor (March 13 - 20) - Mortal Shell (March 13 - 20) - Them's Fightin' Herds (March 6 - 13) - Mages of Mystralia (February 27 - March 6) - World War Z: Aftermath (February 20 - 27) - Garden Story (February 20 - 27) - F1 Manager 2024 (February 13 - 20) - Apex Legends: Loba Free Unlock Bundle (February 13 - 20) - Humankind Standard Edition (February 6 - 13) - Beyond Blue (February 6 - 13) - Undying (January 1 - February 6) - Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery (January 23 - 30) - Escape Academy (January 16 - 23) - Turmoil (January 9 - 16) - Hell Let Loose (January 2 - 9) - Kingdom Come: Deliverance (January 1 - 2)

AppWizard

November 5, 2025

I returned to Phasmophobia while everyone else was playing Arc Raiders or BF6, and the horror hit has never been better

The author has not played Phasmophobia in the past five years despite being a fan of horror games. Phasmophobia involves players acting as paranormal investigators using ghost-hunting tools to identify ghost types and escape. The game maintains a sense of fear through unique matches and unpredictability. The author notes a significant drawback is the lack of companions for the experience, although solo play can still be exciting. Since its launch, the game has expanded to include new maps and 24 ghost types, with a progression system that rewards players for leveling up and unlocking advanced tools. Each job offers optional quests for XP and cash, adding a risk/reward dynamic. While solo play is possible, smaller maps are easier for lone players, and using a microphone enhances immersion. The game does not have missable seasonal content, allowing players to enjoy it at their own pace. The author returned to the game for the Crimson Eye Halloween event and mentions an upcoming map, Nell's Diner, launching on November 11.

AppWizard

November 2, 2025

Debate: What is the greatest boss theme of all time?

In gaming, facing a final boss is a thrilling culmination of gameplay, often accompanied by memorable soundtracks. Notable tracks include "One Winged Angel" from Final Fantasy 7, "Dancing Mad" from Final Fantasy 6, and themes from Kingdom Hearts 2 composed by Yoko Shimomura. The Souls series from FromSoftware features significant boss themes like "Soul of Cinder" and "Lord of Cinder." "Megalovania" by Toby Fox is highlighted as an iconic boss theme, achieving cultural recognition comparable to the Imperial March from Star Wars and even being performed in front of Pope Francis.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

Build and defend your little time-looping castle town in Super Fantasy Kingdom

Super Fantasy Kingdom is a roguelike city-builder that has entered early access. Players navigate time loops to expand their kingdoms while defending against nightly enemy waves. They start by choosing a hero, such as a knight or priestess, and must gather resources like stone and wood to build their kingdom. Cooking meals that enhance hero abilities is crucial for leveling up heroes and keeping pace with enemies. The game was first showcased at the December 2024 PC Gaming Show, highlighting its undead faction.

AppWizard

October 31, 2025

Gritty military RTS parks its obsession with realism to bring you one of the coolest zombie modes I’ve seen in ages

Broken Arrow, a strategy game set for release in 2025, has faced challenges with cheating and faction imbalance since its launch. Developer Steel Balalaika has released an update that introduces Easy Anti-Cheat and an internal cheat detection system, allowing offline play with anti-cheat disabled. The update also addresses gameplay balance by adjusting damage output and aiming times for cruise missiles, toning down the Russian Guard tank specialization, and providing buffs to the US faction. Additionally, a Halloween-themed zombie mode has been introduced.