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Ray Chase, the voice of Cyclops in X-Men '97, has '1,000 freaking hours' in Slay the Spire and is running a 'smell build' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: ' I wear perfumes and walk into battle with my fancy boy outfit'
AppWizard
August 24, 2026

Ray Chase, the voice of Cyclops in X-Men ’97, has ‘1,000 freaking hours’ in Slay the Spire and is running a ‘smell build’ in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: ‘ I wear perfumes and walk into battle with my fancy boy outfit’

Ray Chase began his gaming journey on a DOS computer and was influenced by shareware games from his grandfather, including Duke Nukem 1 and 2, Ken's Labyrinth, and Wolfenstein 3D. He is a voice actor known for roles in hundreds of games, including Noctis in Final Fantasy 15 and Cyclops in X-Men '97. He is currently involved in the dating simulator Date Everything and is working on its next chapter. Chase enjoys playing Deltarune Chapter 5, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and Mina the Hollower, praising their unique features. He has logged 600 hours in Slay the Spire, which he played from early access to release, and considers it one of his favorite games alongside Brotato. He uses Reaper and Audacity for voice recording and maintains a tidy desktop with minimal items.
Using The Basic SNES Hardware To Play Minecraft
AppWizard
August 23, 2026

Using The Basic SNES Hardware To Play Minecraft

Tobi has ported a basic version of Minecraft from the Game Boy Color to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). The SNES version allows players to engage in building and destruction, offering a resolution better than the Game Boy Color. Tobi has also shown a preview of Minecraft running on the Game Boy Advance (GBA), which has proper 3D-rendering capabilities, indicating a significant improvement in graphical fidelity. The text speculates on the potential of Minecraft on the SNES if enhanced with 3D accelerator chips like the Super FX.
Red Dead Redemption 2 gets new lease of life with Mafia inspired expansion
AppWizard
August 23, 2026

Red Dead Redemption 2 gets new lease of life with Mafia inspired expansion

Rockstar Games is not currently pursuing a new-gen update for Red Dead Redemption 2, leaving fans uncertain about the game's future. Meanwhile, a mod called 'Mafia 1899' has been created by NexusMods user M8Tmods, which enhances the game with new features and activities inspired by the Mafia franchise. This mod includes 13 mission types, such as protection rackets, wagon robberies, and assassinations, with several missions directly inspired by Mafia 1: Definitive Edition. Notable missions include the 'Police Files Heist,' 'Booze Wagon Heist,' 'Church of Holy Heist,' and 'Warehouse Heist.' The mod has received positive feedback from the community, with players expressing excitement and nostalgia for the new content. It integrates with the existing storylines of Arthur and John, and some players have suggested developing it into a standalone mode.
An ultra-rare piece of Microsoft history could be hiding on your shelf
Winsage
August 23, 2026

An ultra-rare piece of Microsoft history could be hiding on your shelf

Rare red Tetris stickers and a shirtless child hologram from Windows 95 are sought-after collectibles from Microsoft's early days. The Microsoft Entertainment Pack for Windows, launched in 1990, initially featured a sticker instead of a printed Tetris promotion due to unresolved licensing rights at the time of the first print run. The later versions incorporated the sticker into the box art. Additionally, an anti-piracy hologram from Windows 95 depicted a child without a shirt, which was later replaced with a version showing the child clothed. Both original items have become valuable to collectors.
Microsoft explains why Pinball vanished from Windows: "We couldn’t afford to spend days studying the code"
Winsage
August 23, 2026

Microsoft explains why Pinball vanished from Windows: “We couldn’t afford to spend days studying the code”

3D Pinball was a space-themed game included in Windows XP since its debut in 1995. It was removed with the launch of Windows Vista due to a bug in the code that caused the game to be unplayable, not because of legal issues as commonly believed. The bug occurred during the transition of Windows XP to 64-bit architecture, where the ball would drop into the launcher and fall through the plunger. Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen, who worked on the project, noted that the original code was largely undocumented, making it difficult to fix. The game was licensed from Cinematronics and Maxis, which limited Microsoft's rights to bundling it within Windows and its Plus! packs, preventing a standalone release. Attempts to revive the game were hindered by these legal constraints. As of 2022, no official version of 3D Pinball has been included in Windows 11, and the licensing situation remains complicated due to the acquisition of Cinematronics and Maxis by Electronic Arts.
Heatwarped Is a New Open-World Arcade Racer Inspired by NFS Underground
AppWizard
August 22, 2026

Heatwarped Is a New Open-World Arcade Racer Inspired by NFS Underground

Sealime has announced an open-world arcade racing game called Heatwarped, inspired by NFS Underground, with a demo available for PC download. The game features fast-paced driving, deep car customization, detailed environments, and a nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of early 2000s racing games. PC System Requirements: Minimum: - 64-bit processor and OS - OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) - Processor: AMD FX 8320, Intel Core i5-3570K - Memory: 4 GB RAM - Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 960, AMD Radeon HD 7970 - DirectX: Version 11 - Storage: 1 GB available space - Additional Notes: 1080p 30 fps, “Authentic” graphics mode, heavily processor-dependent. Recommended: - 64-bit processor and OS - OS: Windows 11 (64-bit) - Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5500, Intel Core i5-12400F - Memory: 8 GB RAM - Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, AMD RX 5600 XT - DirectX: Version 11 - Storage: 1 GB available space - Additional Notes: 1080p 60 fps, “Enhanced” graphics mode, heavily processor-dependent.
Lone game dev builds an explorable cyberpunk city almost entirely out of ASCII characters
AppWizard
August 21, 2026

Lone game dev builds an explorable cyberpunk city almost entirely out of ASCII characters

A solo developer from Grow Now! Games has created a walkable ASCII cyberpunk city prototype that operates from a single HTML file using a custom ray-casting engine. The prototype features an increased resolution of 180 x 80 ASCII characters, allowing for easier navigation. Players can explore buildings with interiors and multiple floors. The prototype is available on the developer's Ko-Fi page, and future expansions may include a dialogue system.
Silent Hill: Townfall's latest gameplay trailer reminds me why the series shouldn't have guns
AppWizard
August 20, 2026

Silent Hill: Townfall’s latest gameplay trailer reminds me why the series shouldn’t have guns

Recent gameplay footage of Silent Hill: Townfall features Simon Ordell navigating the eerie town of St. Amelia. The game showcases the franchise's signature atmosphere, unsettling settings, and grotesque creatures. Simon is seen wielding a revolver, which has sparked debate among fans regarding the inclusion of firearms in a series that traditionally emphasizes melee combat. The game is set a year prior to a handgun ban, suggesting that the town is unlikely to have many weapons available. The visuals in the trailer include blood-red fog and familiar streets, generating excitement for exploration.
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