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July 27, 2025

First Version of BioShock RTX Remix Path Tracing Mod Released

A demo for the RTX Remix Mod for the original BioShock game has been released by modders ‘skurtyyskirts’ and ‘watbulb’. This mod introduces real-time Path Tracing to enhance the game's graphics, utilizing improved materials through physically-based rendering (PBR) assets. The mod includes a custom compatibility wrapper to facilitate communication between BioShock, which operates on Unreal Engine 2.5, and RTX Remix. The demo features hundreds of newly crafted textures and assets, with updated lighting effects. The demo is available for download, but users may encounter visual inconsistencies and bugs. Additionally, various RTX Remix Mods for other games are in development, including titles like Tomb Raider 2, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Need for Speed: Most Wanted. Demos for Path Tracing Mods have also been released for games such as Deus Ex and Call of Duty 4.

AppWizard

July 27, 2025

These fanmade reload animations for Abiotic Factor are so good the game’s own art director praises them: ‘You absolutely nailed the vibe I was going for’

Abiotic Factor, a Half-Life-inspired survival game, launched its 1.0 version and received an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam, along with a score of 92 from a reviewer who praised it as one of the greatest survival crafting games. The game features intricate survival systems and an expansive tech tree. Art director Connor Moran acknowledged a fan, Hoider, for creating reload animations that enhance the game's firearm mechanics. Hoider's animations reflect the character's progression from a cautious scientist to a skilled survivor. Moran expressed admiration for Hoider's work, highlighting the positive interaction between developers and fans in the gaming community.

AppWizard

July 27, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Sim fests, bundled Sniper Elite, a tower defense freebie, and more

Humble has released the Sniper Elite Classics Collection, which includes Sniper Elite 3 (with season pass), Sniper Elite V2 Remastered, and the original Sniper Elite for a set price. A higher tier offers Sniper Elite 4: Deluxe Edition, and for an additional cost, Sniper Elite 5 can be added. This bundle is available for a limited time. The Epic Games Store is giving away Legion TD 2, a tower defense game, until July 31. The GOG store is hosting DRM-free weekend deals with various game highlights. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

AppWizard

July 24, 2025

At long last and ‘with gracious permission from Valve,’ Garry’s Mod now contains ‘most of Counter-Strike: Source and Half-Life 2 Episodic content’ even if you don’t own those games

Players of Garry's Mod will no longer need to own or install Half-Life 2 and Counter-Strike: Source to enjoy community maps that use assets from these games. This update aims to reduce the occurrence of missing textures and models, which previously resulted in visual glitches like pink checkerboards and ERROR messages. However, it does not guarantee the complete elimination of all missing content issues, and players may still encounter some visual glitches. Additionally, the update does not include actual map files, voice-over files, or music from these games due to licensing constraints. The gaming community has responded positively to these changes.

AppWizard

July 23, 2025

Guy with 35,000 hours in Ark: Survival Evolved gives it a negative Steam review: ‘How do I get a refund!!’

A player of Ark: Survival Evolved has logged 35,202 hours in the game since its release on August 27, 2017, and recently left a negative review on Steam while requesting a refund due to issues with mod stability. Despite this, the player has continued to play, adding 32 hours in the past week. The developers are aware of the mod issues and are working on a solution.

AppWizard

July 22, 2025

Whoa, this Xbox Game Pass hit’s sequel just shadow dropped out of nowhere — the “massive project” is out in Early Access on Xbox and PC

Descenders Next, the sequel to the 2019 downhill racing game, is now available for Xbox and PC through the Xbox PC app and Steam. Developed by RageSquid and published by No More Robots, the game shifts focus from biking to boarding sports, featuring snowboarding and mountainboarding in a procedurally generated open-world environment with four distinct biomes. Future updates will include new biomes, multiplayer modes, and mod support, with potential plans to add skiing. The game is priced at .99 and aims to refine gameplay based on player feedback. Descenders has over 30 million players and saw a surge in popularity after being added to Xbox Game Pass in 2020. Players can access Descenders Next through PC Game Pass or purchase it outright on Xbox and Steam.

AppWizard

July 21, 2025

A jaw-dropping mod to remake part of Fallout 1 in Doom has resurfaced after 3 years of silence

Developer Alexander "Red888guns" Berezin has released a new trailer for Fallout: Bakersfield, a project recreating the ghoul city of Necropolis from the original Fallout game as a first-person shooter using the GZDoom Engine. The last teaser was a 55-second clip from September 2022. Berezin's artistry distinguishes this mod, and recent work on Artstation includes 3D mockups of classic Fallout environments. The trailer features a unique interface combining elements from Doom and Fallout, with a vintage vacuum tube aesthetic. Fallout: Bakersfield aims to faithfully retell the Necropolis sequence, culminating in a confrontation with the super mutant Harry. The project is currently 60% complete, with a tentative release date hinted for 2027. Berezin is also involved with New Blood's Fallout-inspired RPG and invites fans to subscribe on Boosty for updates.

AppWizard

July 17, 2025

Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast RTX Remix Demo Released

A new Path Tracing Mod for Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast, originally released in 2002, has been developed by modder ArjaanAuinger using the QindieGL wrapper, marking the first RTX Remix Mod for an OpenGL-based game. Currently a tech demo, it enhances one level of the game with Path Tracing capabilities, but is not fully polished and has visual issues, performing around 50 FPS at 1080p on an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070. The mod is available for download, and videos showcasing its capabilities have been released. In 2024, several RTX Remix Mods have been announced for various titles, including Tomb Raider 2 and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. The modding community has also released Path Tracing Mods for older games like Deus Ex and Call of Duty 4, with ongoing innovations in RTX Remix Mods for other titles.

AppWizard

July 15, 2025

Can You Play Minecraft on Mac? Here’s What You Need to Know

Playing Minecraft on a Mac is feasible, with two primary editions available: Java Edition and Bedrock Edition. Java Edition runs natively on macOS and supports mods, while Bedrock Edition lacks official support for Mac and requires workarounds to run. To acquire Minecraft, users can visit minecraft.net, select Java Edition, download the installer, and launch the game. Mods function similarly on Mac as they do on Windows, with popular mod managers like Forge and Fabric supporting macOS. Hosting a Minecraft server on a Mac is possible but cumbersome, leading many to rent servers instead. In Java Edition, players can join IP-based servers and share addresses with friends. Performance can vary, with modern Macs generally handling the game well, but adjustments may be needed for base models. Minecraft Bedrock does not exist natively for Mac, and the Mac App Store version is the Education Edition. Compatibility issues with mods can arise, and local servers may be blocked by the Mac firewall.

AppWizard

July 15, 2025

Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition is an excellent, subtle remaster and my new Steam Deck game of the summer

Neverwinter Nights 2 has received a remaster that enhances the original 2006 RPG, making it appealing to both returning players and newcomers. The remaster is compatible with existing mods and fan campaigns, and it allows for play on the Steam Deck. The game maintains its real-time with pause combat mechanics and isometric camera view, with controls adapting well for gamepad use. Performance on the Steam Deck is impressive, achieving a consistent 60fps, though some areas may cause frame rate drops, and battery life is limited to under three hours. The Enhanced Edition features sharper textures and a user interface that scales to HD resolutions, while also being more efficient in CPU usage. It supports cloud saves and retains compatibility with old save files, allowing for a seamless transition for players. The remaster focuses on delivering a polished experience without aiming for flashy graphics, preserving the original's charm and quirks.