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AppWizard

March 21, 2026

Oblivion turns 20 today, and I need Bethesda to return to its roots for Elder Scrolls 6

The author purchased The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion the day after its release, exchanging all their pocket money at Gamestation. The game came with a disc and a glossy map of Cyrodiil. Oblivion allowed players to take on various roles, showcasing the flexibility characteristic of RPGs. The author experienced the game on PC, while it also became a flagship title for the Xbox 360, broadening the appeal of RPGs to console gamers. Oblivion has influenced many contemporary games, including Elden Ring and Kingdom Come Deliverance. It is associated with the controversial horse armor DLC, which sparked discussions about microtransactions in gaming. The author reflects on the game's graphical limitations and the unnecessary nature of the Oblivion Remastered version. As Oblivion celebrates its 20th anniversary, the author considers the future of RPGs and the potential impact of The Elder Scrolls 6.

AppWizard

March 20, 2026

Hozy is a cozy decorating game that makes me want to rip up my carpet, and take a trip to Ikea

The game Hozy invites players to revitalize a forgotten neighborhood by cleaning, painting, and decorating homes, focusing on a relaxing gameplay experience without timers or score meters. Players can tackle various rooms, starting with a messy attic, and use pre-filled boxes of items for decoration, which helps alleviate choice paralysis. The game features a first-floor studio with an adjacent garden, where players can creatively design spaces. Developer Come On Studio has announced that Hozy will include nine handcrafted locations to renovate and is set to launch on March 30, 2026. A suggested feature for improvement is painter's tape for more precise wall sectioning.

AppWizard

March 3, 2026

The best Minecraft ideas for Spring Break in 2026

Minecraft players can enhance their gameplay during spring with various Easter-themed mods and projects. Notable mods include the Painted Egg mod for crafting and dyeing Easter eggs, the Easter’s Delight mod which adds a bunny villager and Easter-themed food, and the Hendrix’s Better Spring to Life mod that introduces new creatures and elements. Players can engage in creative projects like creating Easter egg trails, designing bunny burrows, or building giant replicas of the Easter Bunny. Setting up a Minecraft server can facilitate these activities, with affordable hosting options available. Additionally, players can recreate iconic builds from popular culture during this season.

BetaBeacon

January 26, 2026

Warframe Confirms Android Release Date & Next Update

- Warframe on Android will be available for Canadian residents starting February 11, with exclusive rewards for early players. - The game will be compatible with Android devices running 64-bit Android on an ARM64 processor, Android OS 12.0 or higher, and a minimum RAM of 4GB.

BetaBeacon

January 26, 2026

Warframe Launches on Android Devices Feb. 18, Followed by Latest Update The Shadowgrapher Arriving in March for All Platforms

- Warframe on Android will have a soft launch in Canada on Feb. 11, with exclusive rewards available until March 4. - Warframe on Android will be compatible with devices running 64-bit Android on an ARM64 processor, Android OS 12.0 or higher, and a minimum RAM of 4GB.

Winsage

January 21, 2026

Windows 11 update is breaking sleep mode on some PCs — but there’s one trick that might help

Windows 11's January update, KB5074109, has caused a bug affecting sleep mode on certain older PCs, leading to system crashes that require hard reboots. Users have reported that the issue appears only when the update is installed and resolves upon its removal. This problem primarily affects older machines using the S3 sleep state, while newer devices with modern standby features are less impacted. A suggested workaround involves unplugging USB webcams. Additional issues reported include freezing with the Outlook app for POP accounts, shutdown failures for enterprise users, and problems with keyboard and mouse functionality. Microsoft has acknowledged some of these issues and has deployed emergency fixes for certain problems.

AppWizard

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.