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AppWizard

August 13, 2026

Where to find the Shimanoyama region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6

The summer Horizon Mascot Party Festival Series has launched in Forza Horizon 6, introducing weekly challenges such as the Shimanoyama Treasure Hunt. Players can find the treasure chest at the Shimanoyama Drift Circuit in the north-east of the region by following these steps: head towards the circuit, veer left under the entrance sign, turn left into the circuit, and look for open garages on the left, with the chest in the third garage. Claiming the chest rewards players with 100,000 credits, 5,000 XP, and 3 Season Progress points towards acquiring the Exomotive Exocet Sport and the Datsun 2000 Roadster. Additionally, players can explore the Hokuryu Sunflower Farm and participate in a weekly challenge featuring the Toyota Japantakushi.

AppWizard

August 6, 2026

Minecraft coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27 with enhanced visuals and Mario mash-up update

Mojang announced that Minecraft will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27, featuring enhanced visuals called Vibrant Visuals and an upgraded Super Mario Mash-Up Pack. The visual enhancements will improve lighting, shadows, and effects, taking advantage of the Switch 2's advanced hardware. The Super Mario Mash-Up Pack will include Mario-themed cosmetics and custom locations like Peach’s Castle and Delfino Plaza. Minecraft is available on over 20 platforms, and details on exclusive gameplay features for the Switch 2 version are not yet disclosed.

AppWizard

August 5, 2026

I let two AI apps track every bite I ate for three days straight to help me count calories and get back into shape. Here’s the most accurate one

The author decided to improve their fitness by maintaining a food diary on their smartphone and explored two AI-powered calorie-tracking apps, BitePal and SnapCalorie. Both apps allow users to log meals by taking pictures and integrate Google Health data to track food intake and physical activities. BitePal features a charming design and user interface, while SnapCalorie offers a more extensive food library and projected an earlier completion date for the author's weight loss goal compared to BitePal. The author chose to trust SnapCalorie for their fitness journey.

AppWizard

July 2, 2026

July is a little light on the big new game releases, but your co-op horror Discord gang will be feastin’

In July 2026, notable game releases include: - Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced (July 9, Steam | Singleplayer): A remake of the original game with enhanced visuals. - College Football 27 (July 9, Steam | 4-player co-op): The latest installment in the football franchise. - Palworld 1.0 (July 10, Steam | 4-player co-op): A survival crafting game with new features. - Halo: Campaign Evolved (July 28, Steam | 4-player co-op): A remake of the original Halo campaign with additional missions. Co-op indie horror games releasing include: - Cursed Cooking Mama - Happy's Burgatory (July 16, Steam | 4-player co-op). - After Hours Puzzler - Storebound 1.0 (July 16, Steam | 3-player co-op). - Asymmetric Rabbit Hunt - Carnival Hunt (July 23, Steam | 5 players). - Killer Customer Service - Shift at Midnight (Release date TBD, Steam | 3-player co-op). Gaming events include: - Tennocon (July 10 – 11). - Final Fantasy 14 Fan Fest (July 25 – 26). - Various Steam Sales throughout the month. Game updates and expansions include: - Flight Simulator 2024 (July 4). - Doom: The Dark Ages (July 7). - Granblue Fantasy: Relink (July 8). - Phasmophobia (July 21).

AppWizard

June 28, 2026

Spyro speedrunner says a PC port of the original game is in the works, and it’s being made with ‘no AI’

Spyro the Dragon has been remastered in the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, available on Steam. Developer Toys for Bob is working on a new game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, set to release in 2027. A fan group is developing a PC port of the original Spyro the Dragon, with 88% of the game's functions and 58% of its bytecode decompiled. The port features 60FPS gameplay, true widescreen support, perspective correct textures, and no polygon wobble. It is being developed without AI, runs at 320FPS, and is still in early stages with some visual artifacts. The release of the port may come sooner than expected.

AppWizard

May 29, 2026

The All-Time Best Pokémon Game Just Got A PC Port

Pokémon Crystal has been ported to PC by developers 'DanZC' and 'wowjinxy' under the project name 'suiCune', which took two years to complete. This port features a complete rewrite of the original code, retains save compatibility with the original game, and allows players to use WASD controls instead of the Game Boy's D-Pad. The project also incorporates native online functionality using REON, an open-source reimplementation of the Game Boy's network adapter.

AppWizard

May 21, 2026

The new Bubsy is better than I expected, but its hackneyed ’90s nostalgia is exhausting

Atari announced Bubsy 4D, which has generated skepticism and amusement in the gaming community. The first trailer did not impress, and Bubsy games are known for their poor reception, particularly Bubsy 3D, which is considered one of the worst games ever. The revival of the Bubsy franchise is driven by nostalgia, despite its notorious reputation. The game is being developed by Fabraz, a studio recognized for successful platformers like Demon Tides and Slime-san. The 3D platformer genre is evolving with innovative titles, and there is uncertainty about the necessity of another Bubsy game.

AppWizard

May 16, 2026

All-girls Kingsbridge Heights team shines in NYC Minecraft sustainability competition

A group of six fifth-grade girls from P.S. 86 Kingsbridge Heights School won the Bronx championship in the Minecraft Education “Battle of the Boroughs,” competing against 3,395 students from 679 teams. They reached the Mayor’s Cup Final, where they presented a design for a cleaner, safer version of the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center. The team utilized Microsoft’s MakeCode for coding and emphasized teamwork and communication during their project. Key roles included Leeah Gonzalez as the speaker, Yafatou Bayo as the primary coder, and Zurisadai Quiroga-Vazquez as the presenter. The girls created a virtual version of their school with sustainable features and prioritized accessibility. Their teacher noted significant personal growth among the girls throughout the competition.

AppWizard

May 8, 2026

Hololive indie action-adventure game An Automaton’s Journey releases for PC via Steam on June 4

CCMC Corporation's holo Indie label has launched a Steam page for the action-adventure game, An Automaton's Journey, developed by Xyros Games, set to release on PC worldwide on June 4 (June 3 for CDT time zone and westward). Players will control Cecilia Immergreen, a Hololive English -Justice- Vtuber, exploring an expansive open world with a 2D Zelda-esque gameplay system across eight distinct dungeons. The game features appearances from at least 18 Hololive members, including Ninomae Ina'nis, Shiranui Flare, Usada Pekora, and Ceres Fauna, as allies and bosses. Gameplay includes exploration, dungeons with puzzles, side quests leading to boss battles, and item collection with 15 unique items. Players will face 13 bosses and over 40 fan mascot enemies affected by a mysterious curse.

Winsage

April 27, 2026

Windows Wrap: Windows 11 is getting its spark back

Microsoft is revitalizing the Windows Insider Program to reconnect with its user base and enhance Windows 11. The program, which previously fostered community engagement and innovation, is being rebooted to prioritize user feedback and improve quality. Significant updates to Windows 11 have been announced, and there is a push to recognize the contributions of Insiders. Additionally, Surface enthusiasts are creating their own accessories through 3-D printing due to a lack of official offerings from Microsoft.