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AppWizard

December 3, 2025

Forget High Elves, the winner of Total War: Warhammer 3’s Tides of Torment DLC is the Norsca glow-up, featuring troll waaaghs, burrowing beasties, and finally actual melee cavalry

Sea Lord Aislinn's campaign in the Tides of Torment expansion focuses on supporting Asur supremacy, requiring players to capture and gift settlements to High Elf factions and establish outposts. These outposts generate resources called Dedication and Elven Trade. A key feature is the creation of an Elven Colony, which can be expanded by investing Dedication or upgrading it at Ancient Elven Colony sites. Elven Trade is used to construct buildings within the Elven Colony that produce Dragonship Supplies, necessary for enhancing Dragonships. The campaign will be available for play starting December 4.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

The best PC games of all time in 2025

Since 1873, Rock Paper Shotgun has annually curated a selection of the finest PC games, beginning to document this list in 2021. The definition of the best PC games evolves each year, reflecting the current team's tastes. They aim to highlight personal favorites, intentionally leaving out other important titles. The team will unveil their selections for the RPS 100: 2025 Edition throughout the week. Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth features dual protagonists Ichiban Kasuga and Kazuma Kiryu, blending serious themes with surreal humor in a turn-based RPG format. Inscryption challenges players in a card game against a gremlin in a haunted forest, known for its creativity and unexpected twists. House Of The Dying Sun is a space combat game inspired by classics, offering exhilarating battles and intuitive controls. Dragon's Dogma II introduces the Unmaking Arrow, adding unpredictability to its gameplay. Devotion is recognized as a top horror game, exploring despair through a masterfully crafted narrative. DayZ is a survival mod for ArmA II that retains its core essence despite updates, emphasizing player interactions. Wreckfest is a driving game focused on chaos and enjoyment rather than just winning. Dyson Sphere Program immerses players in factory building across planets with smooth gameplay. BattleTech incorporates mercenary economics into tactical gameplay. Full Throttle is a classic adventure game with high production values and a gripping narrative. Deep Rock Galactic features procedurally generated environments and cooperative gameplay. Stray portrays a cat navigating a dystopian city, creating an immersive experience. Return Of The Obra Dinn involves investigating a maritime mystery through unique gameplay mechanics. Plants Vs Zombies is a charming tower defense game appealing to all ages. Pentiment explores 16th-century life through a monk's perspective, enhancing storytelling with its art style. Gorogoa offers a unique puzzle experience with hand-drawn art. Conquests of the Longbow blends historical authenticity with engaging gameplay in the Robin Hood saga. Into The Breach presents a tactical challenge with innovative mechanics prioritizing civilian safety. The Stanley Parable encourages exploration and choice, thriving on humor and inventive design. Peggle encapsulates randomness and joy through its simple premise. The next reveal of the 80th to 61st best PC games will occur tomorrow, with previous selections available from 2021 to 2024.

BetaBeacon

November 16, 2025

Top 20 Offline Android Games in 2025: Best RPG, Action, Puzzle Titles and More

Dead Cells is a high-speed roguelike action-platformer available on Android as a premium game currently priced at Rs. 413.

AppWizard

November 15, 2025

Fancy playing Sea of Thieves without the PvP? This pirate-themed survival game just left early access with a big update and a launch discount

Salt 2: Shores of Gold is a sequel to the original Salt, which enhances graphics and expands player versus environment (PvE) interactions in an infinite, procedurally generated world. After three years in early access, it has officially transitioned out of alpha development, introducing new features such as a non-playable character (NPC) that offers quests for rare items at level 40, formidable world bosses, and an endgame merchant for ship customization. The latest update also includes gameplay improvements like proper menu pausing, the ability to jump while swimming, and streamlined looting. Lavaboots Studios plans ongoing development with future updates to add new content based on community feedback. To celebrate the release, a 20% discount is offered, reducing the price to £12.39 until November 26.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

This masterful medieval warfare RPG is about to take to the sea, and I can’t wait to smash up some ships

The expansion for Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord, titled War Sails, allows players to engage in naval combat, transforming ground troops into seafaring warriors. Players command their flagship with a crew, deploying up to eight ships and managing formations. An auto-deploy feature is available for easier gameplay. Players must manage sails based on wind direction, indicated by a wind dial, although colorblind accessibility options are lacking. Oarsmen can be called upon when winds are unfavorable, and players can join in rowing. Ships operate as independent units, with players able to issue formation commands or rely on AI captains. Combat includes ramming enemy ships, launching projectiles from ballistae, and engaging in ranged skirmishes. War Sails is set to launch on November 26 at a price of .99.

AppWizard

October 26, 2025

Here’s how Old School Runescape’s Sailing skill came to be, as Jagex’s 18-year odyssey finally arrives in port

Old School Runescape has fully illuminated its world map, marking the end of an era with the introduction of the Sailing skill set to launch on November 19, 2023. This skill allows players to navigate uncharted waters and commandeer their own vessels, a concept that has been discussed in the community since 2007. The game has expanded its landmass over the years, notably with the continent of Zeah in 2016, and the Sailing update will introduce diverse biomes and activities at sea. The new mechanics will allow for faster movement across the ocean, fundamentally altering gameplay. Sailing will integrate with over ten other skills, ensuring continuity within the game while maintaining balance so it does not overshadow existing skills. The narrative integration has been facilitated by prior groundwork, allowing for a smooth transition into the new content. Community feedback has been positive, with growing excitement for the upcoming update.

AppWizard

October 11, 2025

14 unusual Android apps I always install on my phone

whoBIRD is a free, open-source app that helps birdwatchers identify birds by their calls using the BirdNET call database. Noice provides ambient sounds for relaxation and sleep, requiring a data connection. The Survival Manual is a comprehensive app offering essential survival skills and knowledge. RunPee identifies the best moments in films for bathroom breaks and provides information about post-credit scenes. Drinkable is an open-source app that helps users craft cocktails based on available ingredients. Tomato is a Pomodoro technique app that manages work sessions with structured intervals. Golden Hour helps photographers plan outings based on optimal lighting conditions. Historical Calendar chronicles significant historical events that occurred on any given day and includes a quiz feature. Marine Traffic provides real-time data on vessels at sea, allowing users to track ships and monitor their movements. Unit Lab is a unit conversion app that works offline for various measurements. PlantNet identifies plants through image recognition by allowing users to upload pictures. PeakFinder uses augmented reality to identify mountain peaks and their elevations. SkyMap helps users locate stars, planets, and constellations using GPS. WiFiAnalyzer optimizes home networks by identifying the best channels for Wi-Fi signals and providing insights into network strength.

AppWizard

October 10, 2025

Four months after its second delay, Cities Skylines 2’s big bridges DLC finally has a new date, and a lot to prove

Cities Skylines 2 has a 'mixed' rating of 53% on Steam two years after its launch. The Bridges and Ports expansion, which has faced two delays, is set to release on October 29, priced at .99/£16.99. This DLC will enhance water-based construction with new features such as customizable harbors, new coastal maps, and facilities like ore yards and passenger terminals. It will introduce 20 variants of drawbridges and lift bridges for improved connectivity and new transportation options like ferries. The expansion includes over 100 new assets, including lighthouses and leisure piers. Performance issues and traffic patterns remain concerns, and the asset editor is still pending release. A bundle option with the 'Cold Wave Channel' radio station will be available for .89/£18.89. Players are encouraged to discuss their expectations for the DLC online.

AppWizard

October 8, 2025

We’ve finally got a new ship simulation game, and it launches tomorrow

Seafarer is a new simulation game focused on maritime operations, currently in early access, with over 30 hours of gameplay across two factions: Crescentport Logistics and Tide Guard. Players can command a tugboat and cargo ferry or engage with police and firefighting vessels. The game features an initial story mode and a quick play mode for casual gameplay. Developer Astragon plans to release updates, including a free Bulk and LNG expansion with new vessels later this year. Seafarer is set to launch into early access on October 7, available on Steam.