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January 5, 2026

Steam just hit more concurrent players than there are people in Canada, as Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG push it to a new peak

On January 4, Steam reached a peak of 41,816,052 users logged into the platform, with approximately 13.4 million actively engaged in gameplay. This user count surpasses the entire population of Canada, estimated at around 41.6 million as of late 2025. Steam's user base has nearly doubled since the initial lockdown in April 2020, driven by factors such as rising console prices and the introduction of handheld devices like the Steam Deck. Valve plans to launch the Steam Machine, which will be crucial for its market success in the gaming landscape.

AppWizard

January 3, 2026

Longmont events for Friday, Jan. 2: Minecraft Scavenger Hunt at Longmont Public Library

Families can participate in a Minecraft scavenger hunt at the Longmont Public Library at 9 a.m., with prizes available until January 4 or while supplies last. Sugar Britches will perform at Bricks on Main at 6 p.m., and admission is free. Bootstrap Brewing Company will host the Midnight Hour concert at 6 p.m. featuring Motown music. On Saturday at 8:30 a.m., residents can drop off holiday trees for free chipping at the Town of Lyons Utility Building. A concert celebrating Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special will take place at Bootstrap Brewing Company at 11 a.m. The Wolf Moon Night Hike will occur at 4:30 p.m. at Ron Stewart Preserve. "Nunsense" will be performed at Jesters Dinner Theatre on Sunday at 2 p.m., with ticket prices varying. Adult Drag Bingo will be held at Left Hand Brewing at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Bilingual storytime for children ages 5 and under will take place at Longmont Public Library on Monday at 10 a.m. An open play session for children ages 4 and under will be hosted at the library at 10:30 a.m. on Monday. A drop-in writers group will meet at the library at 6 p.m. on Monday. A watercolor class for participants aged 18 and older will be held at the Firehouse Art Center at noon on Tuesday. The Longmont Public Library will offer a Silent Hour for teens at 4 p.m. on Tuesday. Dungeons & Dragons sessions will take place at the library at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. Sketch Club for teen artists will be held at Carbon Valley Regional Library at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. A Make and Take activity will be hosted in the Children’s Area of the Longmont Public Library at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.

AppWizard

December 10, 2025

New WW2 strategy game is the latest case of a tabletop classic going digital, but it retains the joy of painting miniatures

The Bolt Action video game, set to release in 2026, aims to adapt the tabletop game into a digital format while staying true to its original mechanics. Players will command soldiers in 3D environments, reenacting World War II events with features like morale tests and line of sight challenges. The game will include a virtual painting desk for customizing armies. It will offer solo and multiplayer modes, a Normandy campaign, and forces from the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany. Slitherine, the publisher, hopes the established brand recognition will help its market entry.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

Skelly: Poseable Anatomy Model For Android

The Skelly app, developed by Proko LLC, is a poseable, anatomically correct skeleton reference tool for artists, available for USD 6.99. It has over 10,000 downloads and a rating of 4.1 stars. Key features include a simplified version called "Robo-Skelly," proportions based on Dr. Paul Richer's teachings, compatibility with the "Loomis Head" technique, complete poseability, a Pose Library, movable camera, adjustable light source, options for light or dark backgrounds, and a reset feature. The app aims to assist artists in studying human anatomy and enhancing their creative process without the need for live models.

AppWizard

November 14, 2025

Pocket Lands Looks Like Mixed Reality Minecraft On Quest

Pocket Lands allows users to create miniature worlds in mixed reality and explore them in virtual reality. It is set to launch in early access on December 11, developed by Thomas van den Berge, known for the VR painting app Vermillion. Players can build dioramas using hand tracking controls and switch to first-person VR mode for exploration. The game features various biomes and locomotion options in VR. Future plans for the full release in the second half of 2026 include cave systems, additional biomes, creatures, multiplayer build battles, and co-located and remote creative multiplayer experiences.

AppWizard

November 7, 2025

Steam’s biggest survival game warns players must “pivot or die” as transformative new update unleashes an extreme wipe

Facepunch Studios released the November Rust update, emphasizing a "Pivot or die" approach. The update revamps the progression system by introducing a comprehensive wipe of all blueprints and reducing the costs for tech tree and research unlocks: Common from 20 to 15, Uncommon from 75 to 30, Rare from 125 to 60, and Very Rare from 500 to 120. Scrap crafting costs have been removed from workbenches. The update also introduces new features such as powered Storage Adaptors, a Mini Fridge with 18 slots, expanded CCTV integration, and the return of monument puzzles. Adjustments have been made to helicopters, including the inability to repair in-flight and restrictions on using healing foods while piloting. The painting menu has been revamped, and off-ground foliage now reacts to moving objects. Regular blueprint wipes may be considered based on player feedback.

Winsage

October 26, 2025

Great, now even Microsoft Paint can make AI slop

MS Paint has introduced a new feature called Restyle, currently being rolled out for Windows Insiders in Paint version 11.2509.441.0. This feature allows users to apply preset artistic styles to existing images, accessible through Paint's Copilot menu. Users can either incorporate the generated images into their Paint canvas or save them as separate files. Restyle is designed to transform images sourced from the internet, raising ethical questions about image appropriation. The feature will only be available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs.

AppWizard

October 18, 2025

Keeper review

Keeper is an adventure game developed by Double Fine and published by Xbox Game Studios, set to release on October 17, 2025, for a price of .99. The game features a sentient lighthouse and a bird navigating a vibrant, post-apocalyptic world, with gameplay lasting approximately six hours. It avoids common gaming trends such as crafting systems and battle passes, focusing instead on a narrative that unfolds in a visually stunning environment. The gameplay includes manipulating time through the lighthouse's searchlight to solve puzzles and interact with hybrid creatures. The game transitions from serene exploration to exhilarating sequences, maintaining a captivating experience throughout.

AppWizard

September 7, 2025

Epic Games is giving away two awesome PC games for free! Have you picked them up yet?

The Epic Games Store is offering two PC games for free: Monument Valley and The Battle of Polytopia. The giveaway ends next Thursday at 16:59 p.m. Monument Valley is a puzzle game where players navigate as Princess Ida through visually stunning landscapes inspired by M.C. Escher, focusing on a meditative experience. The Battle of Polytopia is a turn-based strategy game where players choose a tribe and compete for dominance, featuring unique playstyles and a balance of expansion and defense.

AppWizard

September 4, 2025

$15 gets you WWE 2K25, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, The Plucky Squire, and more

Humble Bundle offers a monthly subscription service for .99, providing subscribers with games valued at .94 for September. The games included are: - WWE 2K25: Features over 300 stars and a documentary-style narrative, but PC players miss out on the exclusive game mode "The Island." - Destiny 2: Legacy Collection: Includes expansions like The Final Shape, Lightfall, The Witch Queen, Beyond Light, Shadowkeep, Forsaken, and the 30th Anniversary Pack, with some Dungeon Keys sold separately. - The Plucky Squire: An action-adventure platformer that allows players to navigate between 2D and 3D worlds. - SpellForce: Conquest of Eo: A strategy game with three gameplay styles and over 600 procedurally generated campaigns. - Return to Monkey Island: A return of the classic franchise with enhanced point-and-click gameplay. - Eastern Exorcist: A 2D side-scrolling adventure inspired by traditional Chinese ink painting. - Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks: A racing game set in the Warhammer universe featuring arena battles and structured races. - Grapple Dog: A family-friendly platformer starring a canine hero using a grappling hook to navigate levels.