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August 31, 2026

I added player-seeking hit squads to GTA 5, though the billion other mods I have installed keep getting in their way

The Ambient Hit Squads mod for GTA 5 introduces armed assassins that hunt players, inspired by Red Dead Redemption 2. Players see red dots on their maps indicating the arrival of these foes, leading to chaotic gameplay filled with gunfire and vehicle collisions. Aerial assassins struggle to orient their helicopters, creating a humorous spectacle. Players can use their in-game weapons to defend against the attackers, enhancing the gaming experience through the interplay of strategy and chaos.

AppWizard

August 27, 2026

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros isn’t even out yet and it already feels ancient

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros is an RTS game set to release in 2027, inspired by HBO's series. The game revisits the struggle for the Iron Throne, allowing players to command characters like Kit Harington's Jon Snow and listen to narration by Charles Dance. Gameplay involves constructing buildings, generating resources, training troops, and capturing territories, but it primarily features standard infantry units like spearmen and swordsmen. Only two factions, the Starks and Lannisters, are available in the preview, with the Starks able to deploy direwolves and the Lannisters focusing on economic strategies. The game lacks the excitement and complexity found in other RTS titles, feeling straightforward and uninspired, with gameplay that does not leverage the source material's strengths.

AppWizard

August 27, 2026

Blue Dragon has been stuck on the Xbox 360 for 20 years, but no longer: a fantastic unofficial PC port unlocks the FPS, goes 4K, and even adds mod support

Hironobu Sakaguchi founded Mistwalker after leaving Square Enix in the early 2000s. Blue Dragon, a title from Mistwalker, is now available on PC due to a fan-made port created by programmer Tom, who used his toolset ReXGlue to recompile the game. This port integrates original game files into a single executable, enhances graphical fidelity, and resolves compatibility issues. Tom's work allows the game to run at 1080p resolution and 60 fps on systems with as little as one gigabyte of VRAM. The port was released on GitHub to coincide with the 19th anniversary of Blue Dragon's U.S. release, and future updates and mods are planned, including the introduction of characters from the Nintendo DS sequel.

AppWizard

August 23, 2026

If you’re desperate for more Baldur’s Gate 3, here’s a 6-hour mini-campaign all about Astarion with 4 different endings and 6 new companions

Larian Studios has stated they will not expand Baldur's Gate 3 further, but the modding community continues to create new content. A notable mod is a six-hour campaign titled A Dream of Silence ReVamped, inspired by an earlier text-based game by Abigail Corfman, structured into three acts, with the final act recently released. The mod can be downloaded from Nexus Mods. Additionally, Owlcat Games has shown interest in developing Baldur's Gate 4, while Larian is working on their next title in the Divinity series.

AppWizard

August 22, 2026

Ultimate Modpack Tier List: Best Minecraft Modpacks Ranked By Difficulty And Server Requirements

Minecraft modding has developed into a diverse genre with various experiences for players. Modpacks can significantly differ in focus, such as magic and exploration versus factory automation. There are four primary categories of modpacks: 1. Casual exploration packs: Typically contain 80-120 mods and require 4-6GB of RAM, suitable for 2-3 players. 2. Tech and automation packs: Include 150-250 mods and need 8-10GB of RAM due to background chunk-loading. 3. Quest-driven expert packs: Require a minimum of 8GB of RAM, ideally 10-16GB, along with a robust multi-core CPU. 4. Kitchen-sink packs: Combine hundreds of mods for a varied experience. Server requirements vary; casual exploration packs may run on 4GB of RAM, while kitchen-sink packs can consume 12GB or more. Choosing a hosting provider is crucial, especially for tech-heavy packs, as free options often have RAM limitations. Players should ensure the server has adequate RAM based on the modpack, as even lightweight packs can use up to 6GB with multiple players. Each modpack has a unique flavor and difficulty level, making it important for players to align their choice with their preferred playstyle and server capabilities.

AppWizard

August 22, 2026

This mod transforms Doom into a terrifying tactical shooter, and it’s partly inspired by another PC gaming classic

Blackout is an alpha-stage mod for Doom source ports Zandronum and UZDoom, created by modder PKmX. It emphasizes tactical military simulation with slow, methodical gameplay, encouraging players to use cover and breaching techniques. The mod features mechanics inspired by the Crysis series, including an energy suit with a damage-absorbing shield, an adrenaline system for speed boosts, and a cloaking device for stealth. PKmX recommends complementary mods, such as a palette mod to enhance the dark atmosphere. Blackout aims to redefine player engagement in the Doom universe by blending strategy and horror.

AppWizard

August 21, 2026

New Steam Deck plugin makes it easier to install PC mods for games like Cyberpunk 2077, Skyrim, and more

PC Guide operates on a reader-supported model, earning affiliate commissions from purchases made through links on their platform. The Decky-Nexus plugin, developed by RedRanger14, allows Steam Deck users to browse, download, install, and manage Nexus Mods for supported games directly from Gaming Mode. Currently, it supports nine titles: Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, Fallout 4, Fallout: New Vegas, Resident Evil 4, Skyrim Special Edition, Slay the Spire 2, Stardew Valley, and The Witcher 3. Future updates aim to add Fallout 3, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, and Palworld. Decky-Nexus manages mod installations, including mod folders, Proton prefixes, and mod loader profiles, and allows users to install mod collections and navigate FOMOD installers. It includes a Health section for reviewing game logs and monitoring installed mods and downloads. Users need Decky Loader and a Nexus Mods Premium account, and the supported game must be installed via Steam. Installation of Decky-Nexus requires switching to Desktop Mode, as automatic installation is not yet available. The plugin is labeled as an unofficial beta and has been tested on real hardware, though users are advised to back up save files due to potential issues. Future features will include manual load-order editing and compatibility with additional mod tools.

AppWizard

August 20, 2026

I modded GTA 5’s NPCs to be punishable for their crimes, and also much more polite

In Grand Theft Auto V, modding enthusiasts are enhancing realism through new modifications. Two notable mods are NPC Check On Player, which allows NPCs to check on players after accidents, and NPCs Get Wanted Stars, which enables players to provoke NPCs into committing crimes, leading to humorous police chases. The NPC Check On Player mod introduces polite interactions, while the NPCs Get Wanted Stars mod creates chaotic scenarios as NPCs react to player actions. These developments reflect a desire for more immersive gameplay in the Los Santos environment.

AppWizard

August 19, 2026

Player builds working AI chatbot in vanilla Minecraft using 445K command blocks — clever approach shrank initial block count from over 1 million, requires no mods, plugins, or datapacks to work

Reddit user Objz has implemented a language model (LLM) in Minecraft using 445,782 command blocks, without mods, plugins, or datapacks. The LLM features a 64-dimensional embedding space, a 256-neuron hidden layer, and a vocabulary of 2,048 words. It was trained on 11,118 DailyDialog conversations and allows players to interact through the "/dialog" command, providing responses one word at a time.

AppWizard

August 18, 2026

Heads up, Fallout 4 and Skyrim players: New updates are incoming, so it’s time to tend to your mods

Bethesda Game Studios has advised Fallout 4 players to log into their game saves or manually save their mod load order before an upcoming patch on August 18th, which will focus on general Creations improvements. The studio reassured players that they will be able to re-download their entire Creations list in one go after the update. The community has responded with mixed feelings, expressing both appreciation for ongoing support and concerns about potential issues with updates, while some fans wish for more focus on Elder Scrolls 6.