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AppWizard

May 6, 2025

Here’s what’s happening in PC games this week

- Drop Duchy: A game merging Tetris mechanics with kingdom management. - Best Served Cold: A murder mystery visual novel set in a speakeasy in an alternate history European city. - Among Us 3D: A game focused on betrayal among friends. - Deck Of Haunts: A deckbuilding game set in a maniacal mansion. - Paradox Interactive is hinting at a new title, codenamed "Project Caesar," possibly a new installment in the Europa Universalis series. - The Midnight Walk: A first-person horror game featuring unsettling doll heads. - Revenge Of The Savage Planet: A sequel to a sci-fi action-adventure game with cooperative gameplay. - Yes, Your Grace 2: Snowfall: A kingdom management game inspired by Slavic folklore. - Sonic Rumble: An entry in the Sonic franchise with mixed reception. - Anoxia Station: A strategy game with a petrochemical horror theme, inspired by Frostpunk.

AppWizard

April 10, 2025

As ‘Minecraft’ Eyes Over $65 Million 2nd Weekend, Revenge, War and Jesus Offer Box Office Alternatives

Warner Bros./Legendary’s “A Minecraft Movie” is set to release this weekend, competing against films like Disney/20th Century’s “The Amateur” and Angel Studios’ “The King of Kings.” “Minecraft” has already achieved a domestic opening of 3 million, surpassing “Barbie,” despite a 47% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Exhibitors expect a second weekend drop of less than 60%, projecting total earnings of at least million, with speculation it could exceed million. “The King of Kings” is projected to earn between and million, having generated around million in presales. Disney/20th Century’s “The Amateur” is expected to open with around million from 3,300 theaters, with a budget of million. A24’s “Warfare” is projected to earn around million from 2,650 theaters, while Universal/Blumhouse’s “Drop” is anticipated to open with -7 million from 3,000 theaters.

AppWizard

April 5, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Cast And Character Guide: From Jack Black’s Steve To Jennifer Coolidge’s Marlene

A Minecraft Movie is set to release in 2025, featuring a narrative where a group of heroes, including Steve (voiced by Jack Black), Garrett Garrison (Jason Momoa), Natalie (Emma Myers), Henry (Sebastian Hansen), and Dawn (Danielle Brooks), must save the Overworld from the threat of Piglins from the Nether. The film has a star-studded cast with notable performances from each actor. The opening weekend projection for the film exceeds 0 million in the U.S.

AppWizard

April 4, 2025

The Best PC Games to Play Right Now (Spring 2025)

PC gaming in 2025 features advanced GPUs enabling ray tracing and AI-enhanced upscaling, with tools like Unreal Engine 5 facilitating diverse game development. Platforms such as Steam and Epic Games Store host tens of thousands of titles, with over 13,000 new games launched on Steam in 2024. Notable games include Baldur’s Gate 3, Elden Ring, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, Cyberpunk 2077, Valorant, Overwatch 2, Dota 2, League of Legends, Warframe, and Apex Legends. Key trends include cross-platform compatibility, free-to-play models, and game subscription services. Optimal gaming setups typically require a mid-range processor, a GTX 1070 or better graphics card, and at least 16GB of RAM. Popular multiplayer games include Valorant and Apex Legends, while highly rated titles include Baldur’s Gate 3, Elden Ring, and Disco Elysium. Classics worth playing today include The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and Portal 2.

AppWizard

March 26, 2025

The best mystery games for PC

Engaging in mystery games on PC offers a thrilling experience similar to being a detective, focusing on puzzles and intricate plots rather than action. Developers must balance the number of clues to keep players engaged without making the game too easy or too difficult. The genre includes a variety of themes beyond just murder mysteries, with many innovative titles available. The landscape of mystery gaming is expanding, with new games on the horizon for enthusiasts.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

I played the notoriously ratings-board-ravaged Manhunt 2 and was quite glad for the censorship actually

Rockstar Games was highly productive in the past, releasing over two titles each year, including notable games like Manhunt 2, Vice City Stories, Bully, GTA 4, and Midnight Club: Los Angeles. Over eight years, they produced four interpretations of Los Angeles, including GTA 5, San Andreas, and LA Noire. Manhunt 2 became a cultural artifact, generating controversy that influenced its marketing and public perception, particularly after being linked to a teenage murder incident. This led to significant censorship of the game before its release, resulting in a less graphic version. The PC version remains the only platform with the original takedown animations, while the PSP version offers a more sanitized experience. The audio elements of the game contribute significantly to its horror experience. The absence of a scoring system in Manhunt 2, which was present in the original, diminished player engagement. The game's narrative was perceived as predictable, and the character Danny Lamb appeared passive. Manhunt 2 is noted as one of the last pure stealth experiences from a major studio, marking a shift in the genre towards action hybrids.

AppWizard

March 17, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (March 17, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily, making it challenging for gamers to find hidden gems. A selection of engaging PC games currently available includes: - Midnight Murder Club: A job simulator where players act as a doorman in a 1950s dystopia, distinguishing real residents from their doppelgangers. - Outlawed: An urban extraction shooter where three teams of three players dismantle gangs in a crime-ridden city, featuring vehicles, zip lines, and weapon customization. - Aneurism IV: A multiplayer FPS set in a gritty urban dystopia, allowing players to engage in shooting or alternative activities, influencing the city as a Spirit. - Lingo 2: A first-person puzzler focused on geometrical trickery and spatial reasoning, featuring new puzzle mechanics and enhanced exploration through jumping.

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

‘The point is to be generous’: This $20 FPS releasing next month is trying something new—giving away a full version of the game

Midnight Murder Club is a multiplayer party shooter developed by Velan Studios, known for Knockout City. The game features six players in a dark mansion, focusing on fun and memorable moments rather than competitive rankings. Players earn unlocks through gameplay without seasonal updates or battle passes. The game includes a Guest Pass Edition, allowing non-purchasing friends to join games hosted by owners of the full version. Midnight Murder Club is scheduled for early access on March 13, available on Steam and PS5.

BetaBeacon

February 13, 2025

Top 25 best detective games for Android phones and tablets

- Top 25 Android detective games available for fans of classic and modern detective stories.

AppWizard

February 11, 2025

The best Far Cry game of all time now has achievements on Steam

Ubisoft has re-entered the Steam marketplace since September 2024, releasing games on the platform from day one and integrating Steam achievements into its classic titles. Recently, Ubisoft announced the addition of Steam achievements to Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon, a game set in a retro-futuristic world. The game features a narrative involving cyborgs, blood dragons, and mutants, and the Steam achievements include titles such as "Nice Like Jesus," "Murder Nature," and "Running Man." Achievements unlocked in Ubisoft Connect will transfer to Steam when launching the game.