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AppWizard

June 29, 2026

Mina the Hollower will make her fighting game debut in a crossover next year

Rivals of Aether 2 is a fighting game on Steam that has not yet introduced any guest characters, unlike its predecessor, which featured Shovel Knight. A new shark character has been added to the roster, and Mina the Hollower, from Yacht Club Games, will join the game in 2027. Mina's inclusion was teased at the EVO event, and she will be part of a cast that includes the shark character and various anthropomorphized animals. Additionally, a new character named Gouie, a whimsical platypus with a unique fighting style, will be introduced on August 4. Gouie can swallow opponents and launch parts of his body as projectiles, and his voice varies between cheerful and deep growl. Yacht Club Games has seen success with the launch of Mina the Hollower, which received a 90% rating from PC Gamer and has been praised for its combination of combat and visuals.

AppWizard

June 24, 2026

A Minecraft Movie director was ‘already talking’ about casting Kirsten Dunst before her comments

Director Jared Hess revealed that discussions about casting Kirsten Dunst for the sequel to the Minecraft movie began before she expressed interest. Dunst, known for her role in Spider-Man, officially joined the cast in March, celebrating on Instagram. She will portray the character Alex, who was hinted at in the first film's post-credits scene. The sequel is titled A Minecraft Movie Squared and will feature returning cast members including Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge. Filming began in New Zealand in May, and the film is set to be released in July 2027.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Palworld 1.0 won’t wipe your data, ‘but you should’ says Pocketpair’s publishing boss

Palworld 1.0 is set to launch on July 10, with players able to retain their existing progress, although they may be encouraged to start anew. A significant new feature is the World Tree, located in the northwest corner of the map, which is tied to the game's narrative climax. The update will introduce more new Pals than any previous update, including a new character named Dupin.

AppWizard

June 7, 2026

I’m finally getting married in Fields of Mistria when its 1.0 update launches in August

The 1.0 update for Fields of Mistria will be released on August 5, introducing features such as marriage, children, and various enhancements. The update will include marriage ceremonies, the ability to name children, 10 heart friendship events with villagers, new vendors at the Saturday Market, and a quest line to elevate the town's renown level to 100. A giant, rideable chicken will also be added. The game is currently priced at , with no planned price increase upon full launch.

BetaBeacon

May 30, 2026

Developers of popular android repair game D1AL-ogue to crowdfund sequel with 8x larger story and over 20 characters

Cherry Picker has successfully set up a crowdfunding campaign for the sequel D1AL-ogue+. The core planning stage has been completed, including 20 characters and the main ending. New character animations have been completed for several characters, and progress has been made in art, writing, and programming. The sequel will have over 8x more story content than the original, be non-linear, and introduce new characters and puzzle mechanics.

AppWizard

May 22, 2026

One of the hundreds of Warhammer games is currently free to keep forever on Steam

The Warhammer Skulls event announced several new developments, including the release of Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a 2D brawler featuring a skaven character. A sequel to Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters was also revealed, expanding its tactical gameplay. Darktide will introduce a new character called the cog boy. A demo for Boltgun 2 has been released, generating positive early impressions. Gladius, a 4X strategy game, is currently available for free on Steam, although it received mixed reviews, with one outlet rating it 61 out of 100. Gladius is noted as the only 4X Warhammer game, making this free offer particularly appealing.

AppWizard

May 20, 2026

Bhashiva’s tiger warriors are an addition to Total War: Warhammer 3 worth the money and the wait

In 2006, the supplement Tome of Corruption introduced an illustration of a tiger-headed warrior, suggesting the existence of tiger-headed beastmen in the Warhammer World. This concept gained traction over the years, culminating in the release of tiger warriors as a playable army in Total War: Warhammer 3, which surprised many players. The new content is available as a downloadable content (DLC) pack priced at five dollars, featuring Bhashiva the White Tiger as a legendary lord in a character pack format. This approach contrasts with previous pricing strategies that faced criticism. Additionally, the Warhammer Skulls event will introduce a complimentary legendary hero, Taoyan the Merciless, for Cathay armies, enhancing gameplay and narrative opportunities.

AppWizard

May 9, 2026

Minecraft Movie 2 Set Photos: Jack Black’s Steve Takes His Lava Chicken Ventures On The Road As Sequel Starts Filming

Jack Black's character, Steve, will return in the upcoming sequel to the Minecraft movie, which is currently in development following the success of the first film. The sequel features a new vehicle, an RV called "Steve's Lava Chicken," which includes a playful image of Steve and a chicken. The Lava Chicken concept, introduced in the original film, plays a significant role in the sequel's narrative, suggesting that the characters may go on a road trip. Familiar cast members, including Jason Momoa and Danielle Brooks, will return, and Kirsten Dunst will join as a new character, Alex. The sequel is set to be released on July 23, 2027, and may include the legendary Ender Dragon, hinting at an epic quest.

AppWizard

May 3, 2026

My favorite dice roguelike just left early access, and it’s finally broken my Slay the Spire 2 streak

Die in the Dungeon has released its 1.0 update, marking a significant milestone since its early access debut in 2023. The game features a unique dice-centric combat system where players collect and strategically place dice on a board to perform actions. Different colored dice serve specific functions: red for damage, blue for defense, and green for healing, with additional modifier dice introducing further complexity. The update adds a new character, Nera, who uses the Broken Memento relic for counterplay. Players can now earn experience on every run, unlocking new dice, relics, and lore fragments. The codex has been expanded with detailed enemy information, and a new secret quest offers a chance to uncover the game's true ending. A new 'D8 difficulty' mode challenges players with a degrading dice mechanic. Die in the Dungeon 1.0 is available on Steam with a 35% launch discount until May 15. The development team expresses gratitude for community support and plans to continue updates based on player feedback.

AppWizard

April 30, 2026

Riot Games Launches VALORANT ‘PC Bang VAL Fragment Event’

The VAL Fragment event is returning as part of the Act 3 update for VALORANT, running from May 30 to June 23. Players can earn 100 VAL Fragments for visiting the event page for the first time and 10 VAL Fragments for every 10 minutes of gameplay at a PC Bang. Participating in the 'Ascension Brawl' ranked mode can yield up to 200 bonus VAL Fragments. Players can accumulate a total of 6,900 VAL Fragments, which can be exchanged for in-game items or used to enter prize draws. Riot Games is expanding PC Bang-linked events to enhance offline social gaming experiences.