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April 13, 2026

Hades 2, the Award-Winning Sequel, Lands on Xbox Game Pass Soon

Hades 2 has been recognized as one of CNET's best games of 2025, winning Best Action Game at the 2025 Game of the Year awards and Best Game on Steam Deck at the Steam Awards. It will be available on Xbox Game Pass starting Tuesday. Xbox Game Pass offers a library of games for a monthly fee, with the premium Game Pass Ultimate subscription providing access to hundreds of games, including new releases on launch day. DayZ, a multiplayer survival game, is now available on Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, Game Pass Essential, and PC Game Pass. Endless Legend 2, a fantasy strategy game, has been added to Game Pass Premium. FBC: Firebreak, a first-person shooter, is also new to Game Pass Premium. Planet Coaster 2, a park management game, is part of Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Tiny Bookshop, a management game, is available on Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Football Manager 26 has been added to Game Pass Premium. Hades 2 is set to launch on April 14, continuing the story of Melinoe. Replaced and The Thaumaturge will also debut on April 14. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered will be available on Game Pass Premium starting April 16, along with EA Sports NHL 26. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare will launch on April 17. Little Rocket Lab and Sopa: Tale of the Stolen Potato will be new to Game Pass Premium on April 21, along with Vampire Crawlers. Kiln will launch on April 23. Game Pass Essential has added two new titles as of April 8. Five games, including GTA 5, will be removed from Game Pass on April 15.

AppWizard

April 12, 2026

Fan World of Warcraft servers face shut down as Blizzard wins Turtle WoW case

Activision Blizzard won a copyright infringement lawsuit against the private gaming server Turtle WoW, which was filed in August 2025. The court ordered Turtle WoW to cease all activities related to private servers and modded client software. The ruling prohibits the defendants from transferring any Turtle WoW client software, source code, or promotional materials to third parties. A settlement has been reached between Blizzard and the Turtle WoW defendants, with plans for Blizzard to file for a dismissal of the case by June 8, 2026. Donations on the Turtle WoW website have been suspended, and the community is reacting to the court's decision.

AppWizard

April 11, 2026

If you love Diablo 4’s Necromancer, the next Titan Quest 2 update is made for you

Titan Quest 2 is an action role-playing game developed by Grimlore Games, focusing on core elements from the original game while avoiding the live-service model. The game is currently in early access, with an update scheduled for April that will introduce two major features: summons and talismans. Each mastery will include a summon skill with new passive abilities, allowing for diverse playstyles. Summons will function similarly to auras, requiring energy management, and the game will automatically re-summon fallen minions. The five current masteries and their summons include: - Storm: Wisps that unleash lightning strikes. - Warfare: War Banner that heals and buffs allies or debuffs foes. - Forge: Automaton, a customizable mechanical ally. - Earth: Core Dweller, a rock golem that deals damage. - Rogue: Shadow Clone that mirrors the player’s gear. The update will also introduce talismans for mages, replacing traditional shields and enhancing energy reserves. Additionally, there will be an overhaul of epic items, with significant buffs and reworks to improve their effects. Other enhancements include new affixes on gear and revamped implicits on staves for casters. The exact release date of the update is not specified, but it is described as "nearly ready for release."

BetaBeacon

April 9, 2026

Fuga: Melodies of Steel Coming to iOS and Android Mobile Devices

- Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a darker JRPG set in a peaceful nation invaded by a militaristic empire, where child refugees use a massive ancient tank to resist and uncover the invaders' intentions. - CyberConnect2 is bringing the game to mobile, targeting a summer 2026 release on iOS and Android with all content included, making it accessible to a wider audience. - The mobile format could suit the game well, as turn-based combat translates well to touchscreens and the episodic structure fits into shorter play sessions.

AppWizard

April 5, 2026

PC Gamers Have 24 Hours Left To Claim Free 9/10 Game

PC gamers have 24 hours left to claim a free copy of House Flipper on Steam, which has a 9/10 rating and a 94% positive rating from players. The giveaway ends at 6 PM BST on April 6th. This promotion is linked to the upcoming release of the House Flipper Remastered Collection, which will include features from House Flipper 2, enhanced graphics, and a new DLC titled Hearty Addition with over 800 new items and six new jobs. The remastered collection will cost .99, with discounts for players who own the original game and its DLCs. The release window for the remastered collection is now set for Q2 2026.

AppWizard

April 4, 2026

Ahead of its full remaster, the most relaxing building game ever is yours for free on Steam, but be quick

House Flipper is offering players a chance to download the game for free on Steam as it approaches its eighth anniversary. The player base has exceeded ten million, and a House Flipper Remastered Collection is set to launch later this year. The remastered version will be priced at .99 and will include all downloadable content (DLC). Discounts will be available for players who already own the original game, based on the content in their libraries. Players can claim their free copy until April 6, 2026, and the remastered collection is expected to be released in the second quarter of 2026. A playtest is currently underway until April 6, allowing players to explore two jobs and one purchasable house, with feedback being actively sought by the developer.

AppWizard

April 3, 2026

Steam’s Latest Free Game Is a Cozy Minecraft Alternative

Agro Life is a free-to-play PC game that launches on Steam today, April 1st. In the game, players can build, grow, and manage their own countryside life, starting with a small plot of land that can be developed into a farm with crops, animals, and structures. Activities include planting and harvesting crops, caring for livestock, gathering resources, crafting tools, and expanding settlements. Unlike Minecraft, Agro Life does not feature combat but allows exploration, hunting, fishing, and trading with NPCs. The game offers a customizable experience, catering to both peaceful farming and active survival styles.

AppWizard

April 2, 2026

Open-world crime game Samson had to be pared back mid-development, which led to its unusual structure: ‘It’s become more unique’

Samson is a game set to launch on Steam and EGS on April 8, where players must meet daily financial targets while managing limited action points. The game emphasizes strategic hand-to-hand combat, having removed gunplay to enhance engagement. Players navigate the city of Tyndalston, utilizing the environment for escape and exploration. Driving mechanics are designed to reflect realism and spontaneity. The development team at Liquid Swords has faced challenges in securing funding and acknowledges the pressure of the upcoming launch, emphasizing their commitment to quality despite potential bugs.

AppWizard

March 31, 2026

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PC) Review – Kojima’s Masterpiece Gets a Stellar Port

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a sequel that takes place approximately 11 months after the first game, featuring Sam Porter Bridges on a mission to connect the Chiral Network in Mexico and Australia. The game includes familiar characters and has improved traversal mechanics, with a quicker story pace and more low-level enemies. Nixxes has adapted the game for PC, introducing a new hardcore difficulty setting called “Into the Wilder,” and ensuring it runs well across various hardware configurations. The game offers extensive customization options for graphics and controls, performing well on devices like the Steam Deck and ROG handheld. It has received acclaim for its visuals and gameplay, although some players find the plot and pacing inconsistent.

AppWizard

March 31, 2026

Super Meat Boy 3D has no vibe

Shaun Prescott, an Australian editor, discusses his experiences with the action platformer genre, focusing on Super Meat Boy 3D and its predecessors. He recalls how Super Meat Boy reignited his passion for the genre in 2010 after purchasing a secondhand Xbox 360. While Super Meat Boy remains a beloved title, it has become less central to his gaming thoughts, and he found Super Meat Boy Forever disappointing due to its autorunner format. Super Meat Boy 3D features themed levels but lacks a cohesive narrative and has an unappealing color palette. Despite these visual shortcomings, the gameplay mechanics are well-translated from the original game, although some levels are frustrating due to trial-and-error gameplay. Prescott's interest in Super Meat Boy 3D wanes as he progresses, feeling detached from the game's world, though it remains a competent entry for completionists in the action platformer genre.