Obsidian

AppWizard
July 29, 2025
Microsoft's gaming division, Xbox, is set to release Grounded 2, a sequel developed by Obsidian Entertainment, following the success of the original game launched in 2020. Grounded 2 was unveiled during the Xbox Games Showcase in June and features gameplay where players navigate a park environment after being shrunk to the size of an ant. The game has minimum and recommended PC system requirements: Minimum Requirements: - OS: Windows 10/11 with updates - Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel i5-8400 - Memory: 16 GB RAM - Graphics: AMD RX 5700 / Nvidia GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 40 GB available space Recommended Requirements: - OS: Windows 10/11 with updates - Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X / Intel i7-10700K - Memory: 16 GB RAM - Graphics: AMD RX 6800 XT / Nvidia RTX 3080 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 40 GB available space Grounded 2's storage requirement is 40 GB, an increase from the original game's 8 GB, reflecting expanded content. The game will be available through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass, or for purchase at .99, with a Founder's Edition priced at .99 and a Founder's Pack upgrade available for .99.
AppWizard
July 28, 2025
The early access release of Grounded 2 coincides with the 1.0 update for Abiotic Factor and the decorating experience in Tales of the Shire. Grounded 2 was unveiled during the Xbox Game Showcase in June. The launch times for Grounded 2 are as follows: Eastern Time (ET) at 12:00 PM, Central Time (CT) at 11:00 AM, Mountain Time (MT) at 10:00 AM, Pacific Time (PT) at 9:00 AM, and GMT at 4:00 PM. The full version of Grounded 2 does not have a specific launch date, but the previous game spent over two years in early access. Developer Obsidian Entertainment plans to release new content every four to five months, with updates expected to be longer and more substantial than those in the original game.
AppWizard
July 28, 2025
Obsidian is a personal knowledge management (PKM) system that can handle various tasks but may have a steep learning curve and an uninviting aesthetic for some users. Notion is a cloud-based alternative that allows for personalized knowledge bases and workflow optimization, appealing to those who prioritize convenience. Google Keep offers a simple, cloud-based note-taking experience that is easy to navigate but has limitations in text formatting and organization. Evernote provides enhanced note management and text formatting features, along with a web clipper, but has restrictions on its free plan. Anytype adopts an offline-first approach, prioritizing privacy and combining features of both Notion and Obsidian. Capacities enhances productivity and can complement other tools, catering to various workflows.
AppWizard
July 19, 2025
Minecraft features a total of 122 advancements categorized into five groups: Minecraft, Nether, End, Adventure, and Husbandry. Each category includes various challenges related to progression and combat. Minecraft Advancements: 1. Craft a crafting table. 2. Mine stone with a pickaxe. 3. Craft a better pickaxe. 4. Smelt an iron ingot. 5. Wear a piece of iron armor. 6. Fill a bucket with lava. 7. Upgrade to an iron pickaxe. 8. Block a projectile with a shield. 9. Obtain a block of obsidian. 10. Obtain a diamond. 11. Build and enter a Nether portal. 12. Wear a full set of diamond armor. 13. Enchant an item using an enchanting table. 14. Enter the Nether. Nether Advancements: 1. Enter the Nether. 2. Deflect a ghast fireball. 3. Travel 7 km in the Nether. 4. Enter a Nether fortress. 5. Obtain crying obsidian. 6. Mine ancient debris. 7. Wear a full set of Netherite armor. 8. Get a Wither Skeleton skull. 9. Survive fire damage with a fire resistance potion. 10. Respawn using a respawn anchor. 11. Visit all Nether biomes. 12. Enter a Bastion Remnant. 13. Ride a strider with a warped fungus on a stick. 14. Rescue a ghast from the Nether. 15. Summon the Wither. 16. Have every status effect at once (secret). The End Advancements: 1. Enter the End. 2. Defeat the Ender Dragon. 3. Obtain the dragon egg. 4. Escape the End via an end gateway. 5. Respawn and defeat the Ender Dragon again. 6. Collect dragon’s breath. 7. Obtain elytra. 8. Levitate 50 blocks with shulkers. Adventure Advancements: 1. Discover every biome. 2. Kill one of every hostile mob. 3. Hit a target with an arrow. 4. Shoot a crossbow. 5. Kill a skeleton from 50+ blocks away. 6. Hit a target block bullseye from 30+ blocks. 7. Kill two phantoms with one arrow. 8. Kill a pillager captain. 9. Kill a mob with a poisonous potato. 10. Kill five unique mobs with one crossbow shot. 11. Change your spawn point by sleeping. 12. Successfully defend a village from a raid. 13. Throw a trident at something (and pick it back up). 14. Strike a villager with lightning. 15. Survive a lightning strike. 16. Walk on powder snow without sinking. 17. Spy on a phantom through a spyglass. 18. Spy on a ghost through a spyglass. 19. Spy on a dragon through a spyglass. 20. Fall and survive from a high place. Husbandry Advancements: 1. Eat any food. 2. Breed two animals. 3. Tame an animal. 4. Breed every breedable mob. 5. Tame every variant of cat. 6. Plant a seed and harvest it. 7. Collect honey safely. 8. Move a bee nest with silk touch. 9. Walk on honey blocks to slow down. 10. Apply wax to a copper block. 11. Scrape wax off a copper block. 12. Have an ocelot trust you. 13. Eat every edible food item. 14. Upgrade a hoe to the Netherite tier.
AppWizard
July 18, 2025
In Pillars of Eternity's expansion, The White March: Part One, players encounter a character named Zahua, a martial artist hiding in a barrel of fish as part of his quest for self-debasement. Upon meeting the player, Zahua asks, "Are you real?" This interaction offers various dialogue choices, including responses like "Yes," "[Lie] Yes," and "There is no way to be certain." The character's introduction was designed by Eric Fenstermaker to convey Zahua's detachment from reality and to allow players to explore their interpretations of reality. Fenstermaker emphasizes the importance of player agency in RPGs, suggesting that if an NPC can reject reality, so can the player. He also reflects on the need for dialogue to facilitate self-expression and discovery for players, recognizing the diverse motivations they bring to the genre.
AppWizard
July 17, 2025
Avowed has received a significant update to address the imbalance between character classes, particularly benefiting rangers and fighters. New abilities for rangers include Shadow Step, Fan of Daggers, Smoke Bomb, and Chilling Surprise, along with passive skills like Concussive Shot, Sharpshooter, and Deadly Poison. Fighters have gained abilities such as Driving Kick, Barbaric Smash, Deep Breath, and Reviving Exhortation, with passive skills including Dual Wield Mastery, Adrenaline, Bloodlust, and Vanguard. Additionally, new unique items have been introduced, including various weapons and robes. The update also includes graphics improvements, new FPS options, and bug fixes.
AppWizard
July 8, 2025
Microsoft announced a reduction of 9,100 employees, significantly affecting the Xbox division, following a previous round of 6,000 layoffs, totaling 27,600 positions eliminated since the beginning of 2023. Promising titles have been canceled, raising concerns about the future of gaming projects and workforce stability. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's compensation increased by 63% to million in 2024 amid these layoffs. Game Pass currently has around 35 million subscribers, falling short of the goal of over 100 million by 2030. The focus has shifted from hardware to services, with concerns about the sustainability of the Game Pass model and its impact on the gaming ecosystem. Rumors suggest the next generation of consoles may resemble PCs more than traditional gaming hardware.
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