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AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Lumino City, FRAMED 2, KORG Kaossilator, more

This afternoon, there are Android game and app deals available, including a complimentary credit for the Galaxy Z Flip 7, Fold 7, Galaxy Watch 8, and select devices, as well as Samsung credit for the new OLED Samsung AI Smart Monitor. Lumino City is an award-winning puzzle adventure game where players help Lumi find her missing grandfather by navigating a handcrafted environment. The game has received several international awards, including a BAFTA for Artistic Achievement, and is available on the Play Store for Android devices.

AppWizard

June 22, 2025

Jack Black riles up fanbase at Kids’ Choice Awards after viral Minecraft moment

Jack Black was honored with the King of Comedy award at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards for his contributions to comedy, including roles in Nacho Libre, Kung Fu Panda, and A Minecraft Movie. He also won the title of Favorite Movie Actor for his role in A Minecraft Movie. During his acceptance speech, he expressed gratitude to his fans and referenced his character Dewey Finn from School of Rock and his portrayal of Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. A notable moment of the evening included Black referencing a viral scene from A Minecraft Movie involving the phrase "chicken jockey." The Kids' Choice Awards featured nominees like Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar, with Jack Black, Dwayne Johnson, and Jelly Roll receiving three nominations each. Winners received Nickelodeon’s orange Blimp trophy and many attendees were covered in green slime.

AppWizard

June 21, 2025

“Jaws” Turns 50, “Frozen” Stage Musical, “Minecraft” At Home: Here’s What To Watch This Weekend

“K-Pop Demon Hunters” is an animated film on Netflix featuring a girl group that also serves as demon hunters, with talents including Arden Cho and Ahn Hyo-seop. “Frozen: The Hit Broadway Musical” on Disney+ is a musical adaptation of the film, featuring original songs by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, and includes a puppeteered Olaf. “A Minecraft Movie” on HBO Max, starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has grossed nearly a billion dollars at the box office, aided by a viral TikTok meme and interactive screenings. “28 Years Later,” directed by Danny Boyle and featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Jodie Comer, revives the zombie genre. “Jaws,” celebrating its 50th anniversary on Peacock, is a classic thriller that established summer blockbusters and key marketing strategies in the film industry.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Levels Up to Another Major Milestone

A MINECRAFT MOVIE has become one of the top 75 highest-grossing films of all time, currently ranking 75th with a global total of 0,696,673, surpassing BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY. It is also the highest-grossing domestic release of the year and the second highest-grossing film worldwide. The film has received praise for its uplifting worldview and themes of friendship, courage, and redemption, though it includes action violence, mild foul language, and frightening imagery. It has been nominated for the Kid’s Choice Awards, with stars Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Emma Myers receiving individual nominations. The success of A MINECRAFT MOVIE indicates a growing trend in Hollywood towards video game adaptations, potentially leading to films based on franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Call of Duty, Fortnite, and Roblox.

AppWizard

May 15, 2025

Top Reactions to Chargers Minecraft Schedule Release Video

The Chargers have released their 2025 regular-season schedule through a Minecraft-inspired video, following previous successful anime-themed videos. The video was created in-house and includes various NFL Easter eggs. Single-game tickets are now available for fans.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

Steam Has a New Free Game (And It Has Great Reviews)

Steam has released a new free game called Wuthering Waves, available to anyone with a Steam account. The game can be downloaded, played, and kept at no cost. Compatibility issues may arise for Steam Deck users, as the game's compatibility status is currently listed as "Unknown," but developers are working to resolve these issues. Wuthering Waves is a free-to-play open-world action RPG developed by Kuro Games, which debuted on PC and mobile before launching on PS5 on January 2 and on Steam on April 28. The game is inspired by titles like Death Stranding, Pokemon, and Genshin Impact, and has received mixed reviews on Metacritic but holds an 89 percent positive rating from Steam users, earning a "Very Positive" designation. The game offers approximately 20 hours of main content, with side content extending playtime to 60-70 hours, and completionists may spend around 215 hours to uncover all details.

Winsage

April 10, 2025

Pop Songs, ‘Hamilton’ and Windows 95 Chime Join National Registry

The Library of Congress has added 25 recordings to the National Recording Registry, bringing the total to 675 titles. Notable inductees include Celine Dion, Mary J. Blige, the duet “Happy Trails” by Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, Tracy Chapman's debut album, the original cast recording of Hamilton, Brian Eno's chimes for Microsoft Windows, and Chicago's album Chicago Transit Authority. Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and Mary J. Blige's My Life were also highlighted. This year, over 2,600 public nominations were submitted.

AppWizard

March 21, 2025

It looks like Xbox is doing to do more film and TV shows

Microsoft is expanding into games and television shows based on its Xbox intellectual properties, as shared by Phil Spencer, head of Xbox. The company is learning from past adaptations, including the Halo series and Fallout, which received 17 Emmy nominations. Spencer indicated that Microsoft is gaining confidence in its creative endeavors and plans to produce more content inspired by its franchises.

AppWizard

March 11, 2025

Should Age of Empires and Quake be in the ‘World Video Game Hall of Fame’? You can vote for them to be inducted this year

The Strong National Museum of Play has announced its nominees for the World Video Game Hall of Fame. The nominees are: - Age of Empires - Angry Birds - Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007) - Defender - Frogger - Goldeneye 007 - Golden Tee - Harvest Moon - Mattel Football - NBA 2K - Quake - Tamagotchi

AppWizard

February 28, 2025

The BAFTAs dares to ask the internet: ‘What is the most influential videogame of all time?’

The BAFTAs are engaging the gaming community by asking, "What is the most influential videogame of all time?" This initiative invites diverse responses, with participants like Ted Litchfield suggesting Pong for its impact on mainstream gaming. Neil Newbon has chosen not to name a specific game, while Jane Douglas has made a bold choice that has received lighthearted criticism. The nominations will be announced on March 4, and the community's choice will be revealed during the awards ceremony on April 11.