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AppWizard

June 30, 2026

Game Pass Hits The Open Road With RV There Yet? On Xbox And PC

RV There Yet? is a game developed and published by Nuggets Entertainment, available on Xbox Series X|S and PC, and part of Game Pass for Ultimate, PC, and Premium subscribers. The game is priced at £6.69 for those who wish to purchase it outright. Players navigate through challenges in Mabutts Valley while managing the RV and its occupants, emphasizing teamwork and communication. The gameplay involves driving, resource management, and problem-solving in a cooperative setting. The game is now available for download and supports Xbox Play Anywhere.

AppWizard

June 25, 2026

1 year after launch, spaceship shooter Wildgate will end development after its next update

Game director Dustin Browder announced that the PvPvE game Wildgate will halt further updates due to an insufficient player base, despite ongoing occasional updates for bug fixes and events. The game will remain available for purchase on all platforms, and the Discord server will be managed by community members. There are currently no plans for layoffs at Moonshot Games. Critics noted the game's potential but highlighted inconsistencies in gameplay experience. Wildgate received a "mostly positive" user rating on Steam, but its audience declined after launch, even with updates and a free trial version. Moonshot Games hopes their next project will resonate better with gamers.

BetaBeacon

June 25, 2026

LDPlayer 14 officially launches, redefining the Android gaming experience on PC

LDPlayer 14 was released on June 25, 2026, promising enhanced compatibility, improved performance, and a more stable gaming experience for mobile gamers worldwide.

BetaBeacon

June 25, 2026

Marie Android is a 3D action game in which the cute heroine can get absolutely shredded

Marie Android is a 3D action-adventure game developed by Jinbey Aoyama, set to be released this summer. Players control a small robot named Marie with unique powers, such as transforming into a tank or flattening herself. The game involves solving puzzles and combat, with each section of the map presenting different challenges that players must master to progress. Aoyama, who has been active as a VTuber since 2018 under the name Marie Android, is working on the game solo, with virtual singer Pochi Korone lending her voice talents to the project.

Winsage

June 20, 2026

I spent an entire day with a fan-mod of North Korea’s homegrown operating system, and I’m sorry to say it’s not a Windows killer yet

RedStar OS 3.0 is a national Linux distribution from North Korea, designed primarily for the DPRK's intranet, Kwangmyong. The modified version, RedStar OS 3.5, claims to enhance the original by removing spyware and providing easier access to root privileges. The author faced challenges in accessing the system, implementing a 64-bit kernel, and connecting to the broader internet due to the OS's limitations. Attempts to run the game Tux Racer were unsuccessful due to compatibility issues, resulting in a system with only basic applications available. The overall experience highlighted the shortcomings of RedStar OS 3.5 in terms of practical usability, especially for gaming.

AppWizard

June 20, 2026

Guncrypt is Halfbrick Studio’s First PC Game, That Also Works on Linux

Halfbrick Studios is developing a dungeon crawler game called Guncrypt, which features a unique weapon system with three guns, over 60 bullet types, and 80 relic types. Players can customize their gameplay by strategically loading bullets and fusing them for new effects. The game includes tarot cards for passive bonuses and a Curse Level that introduces escalating challenges across five tiers. It consists of four procedurally generated floors with various enemies and a boss at the end. The demo version runs smoothly on Linux using Steam Play with Proton, and the gameplay involves innovative movement mechanics and combat strategies. The game currently has no confirmed release date or pricing, but a demo is available, and a native Linux build is in development.

AppWizard

June 17, 2026

Minecraft Officially Launches The Chaos Cubed Content Drop

Minecraft has introduced an expansion called Chaos Cubed, featuring a new sulfur cave biome with sulfur springs and survival challenges. The update includes new mobs called sulfur cubes that absorb blocks and interact with the environment, as well as potent sulfur blocks that create bubbling pools and release noxious gas. The sulfur caves contain shallow water pools, glowing lichen, and abundant sulfur and cinnabar blocks. New block sets allow for creative building, while sulfur spikes and geysers add gameplay mechanics. Players can experiment with TNT and sulfur cubes for unpredictable results. The beta version of Parties for Bedrock Edition allows multiplayer experiences for up to 14 friends.

AppWizard

June 10, 2026

If a decade-old Nintendo Switch can run PC games, your next handheld doesn’t need to be x86

Arm chips have traditionally excelled in Android gaming and emulation, while x86 architecture has dominated serious PC gaming. A modder successfully ran Steam on the original Nintendo Switch, which features an Nvidia Tegra chip, due to the introduction of Arm support in Proton 11's beta version. This achievement indicates that PC gaming on handheld devices may not be limited to x86 architecture. However, running Steam on the Switch requires complex workarounds, resulting in low frame rates and various limitations. The process involved using Box64 and community-developed projects to facilitate the installation, as the Switch's outdated kernel posed challenges. Despite the limitations, the ability to run x86 games on an Arm chip suggests that hardware constraints, rather than translation feasibility, are the main obstacles. Modern Arm chips have shown the capability to run PC games, with driver issues being a significant challenge for non-gaming devices. Valve is developing the Steam Frame, a VR headset powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which runs SteamOS natively on Arm and utilizes FEX for x86 game compatibility. Early benchmarks indicate promising performance on Arm devices, suggesting a potential shift in the handheld gaming landscape. While x86 remains the safer choice currently, the barriers for Arm-based handhelds are gradually diminishing, indicating a future with more options beyond x86 architecture.

AppWizard

June 9, 2026

Derelict Star review

A momentum-based 2D platformer titled "Derelict Star" will be released on April 3, 2026. It is developed by gate and published by Luminous Tree Games. The game emphasizes exploration and skillful navigation over traditional power-ups, encouraging players to master movement mechanics. It features a jetpack mechanic with a speed meter, and the environment consists of various rooms with unique challenges. Checkpoints and fast travel options enhance the exploration experience. The game is verified for Steam Deck and was reviewed on an RTX 3060 laptop with a Ryzen 5 5600H and 16GB RAM.

AppWizard

June 8, 2026

Fumito Ueda on why Gen Atlas has shooting but isn’t a shooter, cool robots, and generative AI

Fumito Ueda, the creator of Gen Atlas, shared insights about the game during a recent meeting. The game features a silent protagonist navigating a vast desert, encountering colossal robots, and engaging in combat. Ueda emphasized the importance of uniqueness in game design and the balance within the overall experience. He aims to refine familiar mechanics while introducing innovative elements, such as a shooting mechanic that enhances player agency without dominating gameplay. Ueda's narrative is influenced by personal experiences and cultural themes, particularly the relevance of robots and AI in today's society. Gen Atlas will be Ueda's first release on PC, allowing him to reach a broader audience. The game will also feature dynamic environmental interactions, contributing to its storytelling.