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AppWizard

January 10, 2026

Luto is an underappreciated 2025 horror gem with the perfect mixture of Stanley Parable narration and P.T. ambience

Luto is a first-person psychological horror game that explores grief and existential dread through the character Sam, who is trapped in a cycle of time and memory. The game lasts approximately five to six hours and features unsettling environments that reflect Sam's internal struggles. Unlike other horror games, Luto builds tension through environmental storytelling and an oppressive atmosphere. Players navigate a disorienting loop of time, encountering ghostly mannequins and an omnipresent narrator that challenges their perceptions. The game encourages introspection and blurs the lines between reality and illusion, creating a complex narrative that prompts players to confront uncomfortable truths about grief and memory. Luto is available on Steam.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

SkySafari Astronomy For Android

SkySafari Astronomy, developed by Simulation Curriculum Corp., is a mobile planetarium app rated 4.4 stars by over 10,000 users and priced at USD 0.99. It features real-time tracking of celestial objects, the OneSky community feature, a Sky Tonight section for nightly visibility, Orbit Mode for virtual exploration, guided audio tours, a Galaxy View for 3-D visualization, and a pronunciation guide. The app allows users to simulate past and future celestial events, locate celestial bodies, access a database of over 120,000 stars and deep sky objects, stay updated with a Sky Calendar, use Night Mode, customize horizon panoramas, and conduct advanced searches. A Premium Subscription offers additional features, while SkySafari 7 Plus and SkySafari 7 Pro provide advanced functionalities, including telescope control.

BetaBeacon

October 31, 2025

Thief VR: The return of the classic series with a budget-friendly launch on PSVR and Meta Quest

Thief VR is making its debut on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest, and Steam VR platforms on December 4, 2025, and can be preordered now for .99.

AppWizard

October 22, 2025

2025’s most underrated DnD-style adventure just got a huge new update, and if you loved Baldur’s Gate 3 you really need to try it

Sunderfolk is a four-player, turn-based RPG inspired by Dungeons and Dragons, where players control their heroes using mobile devices. The latest 1.5 update introduces a One Shot mode with four new missions, allowing players to select specific story missions and compete for high scores. The update also includes systemic changes, such as the closure of the tavern, a new gear arrangement system, and quality-of-life improvements like customizable combat colors. Players can try Sunderfolk for free on Steam, and only one person needs to own the game for others to join.

AppWizard

September 20, 2025

The studio behind award-winning Umurangi Generation is reimagining Lovecraft’s At the Mountains of Madness from the perspective of a penguin, and it’s brought the voice of Disco Elysium onboard to do it

Origame Digital unveiled the first trailer for their upcoming horror game, Penguin Colony, at the Six One Indie Showcase. The game features a narrative inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's At the Mountains of Madness, told from the perspective of a penguin. Lenval Brown, known for his narration in Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, will perform in the game, enhancing its atmospheric storytelling. Players will navigate a lost city in the Antarctic, encountering a penguin drawn to a mysterious flare and capable of hearing cries for help from a character affected by ancient beings. The game explores themes of madness and alien encounters. Origame Digital previously won accolades for their debut title at GDC 2021. Penguin Colony currently has no set release date, but players can add it to their wishlist on Steam.

AppWizard

September 4, 2025

Minecraft Preview Update 1.21.120.20 Now Live via Patch 1.85/1.068

The latest update for Minecraft, version 1.21.120.20, has been released across all platforms, recognized as version 1.85/1.068 for console users. This patch includes new features and bug fixes, such as: - Tadpoles now spawn directly beneath Frogspawn blocks. - Players can now destroy valid blocks in Adventure Mode positioned behind water. - Redstone power can now be added or removed from the Shelf, emitting vibrations. - Fixed the Damage Command for Ender Crystals and corrected the /locate biome command. - Improved loading of text for Sign blocks from older worlds. - World creation will redownload missing Marketplace templates. - Adjustments made to the first-person camera when climbing blocks. - Restored Java parity for ambient occlusion calculations on partial blocks. - TAA upscaling implemented for weather effects. - Suspicious Stew is now available in Creative Mode. - Defeated Chicken Jockeys drop the Lava Chicken music disc. - Copper Golem drops its carried item when interacted with while the player holds an item in their offhand. - Sounds for Copper Chests now utilize a natural attenuation curve. - User interface improvements, including accurate cursor positioning in text fields and updated messaging for sleeping. - Structures will no longer build atop features like trees at chunk borders. - Developers can set the version property to “beta” for module selection. - Fixed various bugs related to graphics modes, loot generation, and item rendering. Mojang has not yet updated the retail version of Minecraft.

AppWizard

July 16, 2025

1 in 5 Steam games released in 2025 use generative AI, up nearly 700% year-on-year — 7,818 titles disclose genAI asset usage, 7% of the entire Steam library

Recent research indicates a 681% increase in the number of games on Steam that acknowledge the use of generative AI, rising from around 1,000 titles in 2024 to over 7,500. Ichiro Lambe, a game developer, noted that the applications of generative AI in gaming include audio elements, narrative generation, marketing materials, and code generation assistance. The use of AI during runtime is also increasing, with examples such as flagging offensive content and generating 3D worlds based on player prompts. Some games featuring AI have received positive reviews, suggesting growing acceptance among players. Notable titles using generative AI include My Summer Car, which has sold 2.5 million copies. Developers are using carefully crafted language in disclosures about AI to reassure customers, and there are concerns about undisclosed AI usage in some games.

AppWizard

June 15, 2025

Dark Souls narrator and prolific actor Pik-Sen Lim has died

Malaysian-born British actor Pik-Sen Lim passed away on June 9 at the age of 80. She had a diverse career in theater, film, and television, including notable voice work for the video games Dark Souls and Dark Souls 3. Lim moved to the United Kingdom in 1961 to pursue acting, appearing in various UK television shows such as Dr. Who, and more recently in The Nevers and Vampire Academy. She was remembered by fellow actor Daniel York Loh for her joyous personality, comedic talent, and the depth of her abilities. Lim was also known for her candid discussions about the challenges faced by actors of her heritage in the industry.

AppWizard

June 13, 2025

Users can now search Steam by accessibility requirements

Valve has updated its Steam platform to improve accessibility for gamers, allowing users to search for games based on specific accessibility options such as adjustable gameplay difficulty, customizable text size, and narration of menus. Detailed accessibility information is now displayed on game store pages, and over 5,000 applications have included details about their accessibility support. This initiative responds to feedback from developers and players with disabilities, encouraging more developers to consider accessibility in their game design.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Arrives On Digital Streaming This Week

A Minecraft Movie is set for digital streaming release on May 13, following its theatrical debut on April 4. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has grossed 7.4 million worldwide against a production budget of 0 million. Viewers can purchase the movie for .99 or rent it for .99 for 48 hours on platforms like AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video. The digital release includes five bonus featurettes: "Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party," "Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My!," "Minecraft Movie: Block Beats," "A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals," and "Marlene + Nitwit."