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Manor Lords' dev is experimenting with a new trading system that allows for 'deliberate economic strategies', including establishing monopolies on resources
AppWizard
January 11, 2026

Manor Lords’ dev is experimenting with a new trading system that allows for ‘deliberate economic strategies’, including establishing monopolies on resources

Manor Lords, developed by Slavic Magic, had a quiet 2025 as the team recalibrated after its successful early access launch in 2024. Activity increased in December with a significant patch that reworked core systems and castle construction mechanics. Tim Bender, CEO of publisher Hooded Horse, announced a new trade route system that connects locations to the import and export of items, allowing up to three merchants per route. Players must hire at least one merchant to engage in trade, and can attempt to buy out merchants on a route, creating contested economic territory. This system enables players to develop economic strategies, such as monopolizing Iron Slabs. Hooded Horse and Slavic Magic are seeking feedback from the Manor Lords community on these features. Additionally, Hooded Horse launched the 1.0 version of Terra Invicta, a sci-fi grand strategy game, and Bender opposed the use of AI-generated assets in their games.
Best mobile games of 2025 for Android and iOS | 2025 in REVU
BetaBeacon
December 31, 2025

Best mobile games of 2025 for Android and iOS | 2025 in REVU

- Where Winds Meet is a Wuxia open-world RPG set in 10th-century China, featuring console-grade graphics and support for physical controllers. - Red Dead Redemption is an open-world Western game with intense gunfights and side activities, available as a faithful port on mobile with the Undead Nightmare expansion. - WWE 2K25: Netflix Edition is a wrestling simulation game available for Netflix subscribers, offering a premium experience without microtransactions or ads.
Minecraft: 8 Best Mods to Celebrate the Winter Holidays
AppWizard
December 14, 2025

Minecraft: 8 Best Mods to Celebrate the Winter Holidays

The text describes various mods for Minecraft that enhance the winter holiday experience. 1. Snow! Real Magic mod adds realistic snow layering and allows customization of snow behavior. 2. Christmas Leather Armor mod transforms leather armor into festive variations, including Santa red. 3. Creatures from the Snow mod introduces winter-themed creatures like reindeer and penguins, along with holiday items. 4. Choice Theorem’s Overhauled Village mod revitalizes villages with new designs tailored to different biomes. 5. Skiing mod allows players to ski down mountains and includes skiing-related items. 6. Winter Massacre mod introduces various types of snowballs for playful winter activities. 7. Christmas Culinary and Decorations mod offers festive meals and decorations for customizing homes. 8. Wintercraft mod combines multiple holiday elements, including presents, Santa, and new mobs.
How to complete Building a Library in Arc Raiders
AppWizard
December 1, 2025

How to complete Building a Library in Arc Raiders

In the Building a Library quest in Arc Raiders, players must locate three specific books within the Library in the Buried City, which is north of Marano Park. The books include a detective novel, a romance story, and an adventure tale, all labeled as 'Library Books' and found in the same room. Players should first find a display stand with yellow books near a window overlooking the metro station entrance, then ascend the stairs to the balcony for another stand, and finally search a display stand on the east side of the balcony for the last book. Players need to collect all three books in one trip and can use the nearby subway station for a quick exit to deliver the books back to Apollo. The Library may be monitored by enemies, so stealth is advised.
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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.
Google's new AI shopping features arrive just in time for a hassle-free holiday season
AppWizard
November 13, 2025

Google’s new AI shopping features arrive just in time for a hassle-free holiday season

Google has launched Gemini tools to enhance holiday shopping with AI assistance, enabling real-time inventory checks and agentic checkout. Users can engage with AI to receive tailored product results, including images, pricing, reviews, and inventory status. The AI can locate products in stock at nearby stores and contact retailers on behalf of users. Additionally, the agentic checkout feature allows users to track specific items and receive notifications for price drops, facilitating purchases directly through Google Pay. These features are currently available in the U.S. as of November 13, with plans for future expansion.
Here's the FF14 7.4 release date and everything shown during Live Letter 89, and the MMO is answering my wildest hopes
AppWizard
November 2, 2025

Here’s the FF14 7.4 release date and everything shown during Live Letter 89, and the MMO is answering my wildest hopes

The FF14 7.4 update, announced by game director Naoki Yoshida and community producer Toshio Murouchi, will be released on December 16. It will include a new raid tier, updates to Occult Crescent, Cosmic Exploration, duty support, and the return of Hildibrand, along with a new Variant Dungeon. Patch 7.38 will launch on November 11, removing the weekly limit on savage rewards and allowing players to exchange certain coins for Evercharged Ester. The new main scenario quest will introduce a plot line transition, and the dungeon 'Mistwake' will be inspired by Final Fantasy IX. Occult Crescent will feature three new phantom jobs and upgraded phantom weapons. The Cosmic Exploration segment will introduce a new appraisal system, while the Variant Dungeon 'The Merchant's Tale' will allow for exploration with one to four players. An Advanced Variant Dungeon will enable players to tackle bosses in any order, and the Criterion Dungeon will present a challenging trial. Quality of life improvements will include new UI color schemes and a revamped glamour system, allowing unrestricted gear customization for glamour, excluding weapons.
Google eases U.S. Android app billing and distribution rules
AppWizard
October 30, 2025

Google eases U.S. Android app billing and distribution rules

Google is implementing changes to Android app distribution and billing in the U.S. following a federal court injunction related to the Epic Games antitrust case. This allows Android users to see links within apps directing them to external websites, alternative app stores, or merchant purchase pages, enabling various payment methods beyond Google Play Billing, such as credit cards, PayPal, and direct merchant checkouts. Developers can now promote their own stores and route transactions through any payment processor, potentially offering lower prices or promotional offers. This policy shift applies only to U.S. app users, with existing policies remaining in place for other regions. Historically, Play Store fees were as high as 30%, but the new ability to transact outside the Play Store may lead to cost savings for consumers and increased investment in user acquisition and content development by companies. Developers are expected to experiment with pricing strategies, including web-only introductory rates and loyalty discounts. Google must now compete for developer loyalty based on service quality rather than just platform policies. User trust and safety remain priorities for Google, which will continue to enforce measures to deter scams and harmful applications. Developers will need to implement secure transaction flows and recognizable domains to maintain user confidence. Key questions for the future of the U.S. Android app ecosystem include whether consumer prices will decrease, if major brands will adopt external checkout strategies, and how Google will enhance discovery and compliance tools for developers.
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