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AppWizard

June 17, 2025

Minecraft’s New Update Lets Players Go Flying And Adds Vibrant Visuals

Minecraft is introducing Vibrant Visuals for the Bedrock Edition, with plans for the Java Edition. The Chase the Skies update includes a quest to discover and revive a dried ghast in the Nether, which can then be used for aerial adventures. The update also features a new Locator bar for easier multiplayer interactions, six new music tracks by Amos Roddy, and the ability to craft saddles. Additionally, Minecraft has launched baseball-themed fan caves in collaboration with Major League Baseball. The Minecraft Movie has grossed over [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Minecraft, the beloved sandbox game that has captivated players since its inception in 2009, is set to undergo a significant transformation with the introduction of Vibrant Visuals. This new cosmetic refresh is specifically designed for the Bedrock Edition, with plans for a future rollout to the Java Edition. As anticipation builds, players can dive into the latest update, Chase the Skies, which is now available across all platforms. Chase the Skies Update The Chase the Skies update introduces an exciting new quest for players: the opportunity to discover a dried ghast in the Nether. By placing this ghast in water, players can revive it, nurturing it until it evolves into a joyful companion. Once transformed, players can take to the skies aboard their happy ghasts, embarking on aerial adventures across the Overworld, as showcased in the captivating trailer. In addition to this whimsical feature, the update also includes a new Locator bar, enhancing the multiplayer experience by helping players locate their friends with ease. Music aficionados will appreciate the six new tracks composed by Amos Roddy, including titles such as Lilypad, Below and Above, and Fireflies. Notably, the track Tears can only be obtained through a unique interaction with a ghast after a non-conventional defeat. Players will also enjoy the newfound ability to craft their own saddles, eliminating the tedious search for pre-made options. This feature promises to streamline gameplay and enhance the overall experience. In other developments within the Minecraft universe, the game has recently launched baseball-themed fan caves in collaboration with Major League Baseball, further expanding its cultural footprint. Additionally, the Minecraft Movie, a cinematic success grossing over 0 million worldwide, is set to make its streaming debut on Max on June 20, followed by its HBO premiere on June 21." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] million worldwide and will stream on Max on June 20, followed by an HBO premiere on June 21.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

Xbox Games Showcase 2025 live: All the announcements in real-time

Obsidian Entertainment has announced that The Outer Worlds 2 will feature six companions with their own questlines linked to distinct factions, allowing players to influence their character arcs through gameplay choices. The game is set on Arcadia, a new colony governed by The Protectorate, and will include an enhanced perk system similar to Fallout: New Vegas, allowing for specialized character builds. Players will take on the role of a customizable Sky Marshall, with an emphasis on traits that affect gameplay dynamics. The sequel aims for deeper RPG mechanics and a more complex narrative due to increased development time and resources. The game is scheduled for release on October 29, 2025.

AppWizard

June 7, 2025

Hatsune Miku, Persona’s Joker, and Minecraft’s Steve join the roster for Sonic CrossWorlds

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds will expand its character roster to include new figures from various franchises, such as Joker from Persona 5, Ichiban from the Like A Dragon series, Hatsune Miku, and Steve from Minecraft. The game will feature cross-play capabilities, allowing players from different platforms to compete against each other. It is set to launch on September 25th and will be available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games. The game will also introduce Travel Rings for traversing various dimensions.

BetaBeacon

June 6, 2025

PSP emulator PPSSPP just made online multiplayer easy for these games

PPSSPP emulator has launched update 1.19 with bug fixes and new features, including enhanced multiplayer support with auto-configured servers for select games.

AppWizard

June 5, 2025

If an NPC hates you in this adventure from the makers of Road 96, it’s probably because another player was mean to them earlier

Digixart's upcoming game, Tides of Tomorrow, features an innovative asynchronous multiplayer experience where players can choose another player to 'follow' during their adventures. This mechanic allows players to see echoes of the chosen player's actions, referred to as 'ghosts', which help navigate challenges and shape the narrative. Players can change their chosen companion if they find their path undesirable. The game is set to launch on February 24, 2026.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Elden Ring: Nightreign hits 3.5m sales

Nightreign, a spin-off from the Elden Ring franchise, achieved sales of over 3.5 million copies within five days of its release. FromSoftware announced plans for downloadable content (DLC) later this year, a new duos mode, enhanced battles against existing Nightlords starting this month, and additional features for Duo Expeditions to be rolled out later.

AppWizard

June 1, 2025

Why Elden Ring: Nightreign is both a hit and a headache for fans

Elden Ring Nightreign is a multiplayer game developed by FromSoftware, featuring fast-paced combat mechanics and eight distinct characters called Nightfarers, each with unique strengths and weaknesses. Players aim to defeat the Nightlord while surviving three in-game days on Limvel Island, facing various bosses and challenges, including a night boss that tests their skills. The game lasts approximately 14 real-time minutes per day, with a storm circle that closes in, causing damage if players do not move. Players can unlock new characters and relics through boss victories. The game is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series consoles, priced at an undisclosed amount. It has received a mixed reception, with a 78% aggregate score on OpenCritic and a "Mixed" rating on Steam from over 31,000 reviews. Players have expressed frustration with solo difficulty and matchmaking issues. In response, FromSoftware plans to release patch 1.02 to introduce automatic revivals for solo players and increase rewards. A mod called Seamless Co-Op allows PC players to team up without needing a third player.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

Rematch: All the key details on the 5v5 football game from the masterminds behind Sifu

Sloclap, known for the game Absolver, is developing a new sports game titled Rematch, which is a five-a-side football game. It will be released on Steam, with the release date to be announced. The game features dynamic online multiplayer gameplay where players control a single character, and there are no fixed positions or complex statistics. The base game will cost £21, while the Pro Edition and Elite Edition will cost £30 and £39, respectively, offering early access and additional cosmetic items. The Captain Pass will function as a battle pass with seasonal content, focusing on cosmetics and in-game currency. Rematch does not include fighting elements, as it aims to be a football simulator. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10/11, an AMD Ryzen 5 3400G or Intel Core i5-9400 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a graphics card like the AMD Radeon RX 5500 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 1060. Recommended specs include an AMD Ryzen 3700x or Intel Core 11600k processor, 8 GB RAM, and a graphics card like the AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050.

AppWizard

May 29, 2025

4 years after being delisted, Lost Planet 2 finally got a Steam update to remove Games for Windows Live—but it also removed online multiplayer and blew up everyone’s saves

Lost Planet 2, a sci-fi third-person shooter from Capcom, was removed from Steam in 2021 due to issues with the discontinued Games for Windows Live (GFWL). A recent update lifted GFWL but disrupted online multiplayer functionality and erased local save files. Initially launched in 2007, GFWL aimed to merge multiplayer services for PC but ultimately failed, leading to many games, including Lost Planet 2, being left in disrepair. Despite being delisted, players found ways to keep the game alive, though installation issues hindered the multiplayer experience. Guides have emerged to revert the game to its previous state to restore GFWL. There is speculation that Capcom may be working on a comprehensive Steamworks update, as the game has not reappeared in Steam listings.

AppWizard

May 24, 2025

The Finals’ latest update adds a limited-time mode that’s mostly just hitting each other with hammers

A new limited-time mode called "Heavy Hitters" has been introduced in The Finals, featuring a 5v5 melee brawl in a floating arena reminiscent of a construction site. Players use fixed loadouts as Heavy builds with melee weapons, and the gameplay includes jump pads, anti-gravity cubes, and goo grenades. Rewards can be earned through contracts sponsored by the fictional energy drink Ospuze. Update 6.9 also brings tiger-themed cosmetics, balance adjustments to weapons, particularly improving the accuracy of the KS-23, and various bug fixes. Heavy Hitters is currently available, likely until the launch of Season 7 in June.