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AppWizard

October 1, 2026

TIL what may or may not be the oldest board game in recorded history is also, perhaps inevitably, now a roguelike

Oh!Ware is a newly launched deckbuilder game on Steam that has received 23 reviews in its first week. The game draws inspiration from the ancient game of mancala, which dates back between 1,500 and 7,000 years. Instead of traditional cards, Oh!Ware uses marbles, leading to questions about its classification as a bagbuilder. The gameplay includes moving marbles, collecting mana, and defeating opponents, featuring a "pick three" mechanic with options like "blessing marble" and "aggro marble." Players can explore different playstyles and strategies in the game.

BetaBeacon

September 19, 2026

Lumi Master is Available Now on iOS and Android

Lumi Master is a portrait-mode RPG where players catch, collect, and train Lumis in the fantastical realm of Lumia. Lumis are unique creatures that evolve based on how they are raised. Players can freely roam, explore, and capture Lumis using cards, adding them to their team. The game features charming 2D fantasy art and an Auto-play Feature for relaxed gameplay. Players can also interact with other adventurers, trade items, socialize, and team up for ranking battles.

AppWizard

August 30, 2026

Elden Ring’s Tarnished Edition is exciting enough on its own, but it’s also our last chance to properly experience the game’s launch day hype

The Tarnished Edition DLC for Elden Ring introduces two new classes, armor, and items, providing players with a final opportunity to engage with the game four years after its launch. Despite its modest appearance, the DLC is expected to significantly enhance player engagement. Elden Ring, which won the 2022 Game of the Year, features a rich narrative and stunning visuals, set in a world dominated by the Erdtree. The gameplay includes diverse character builds and intricate combat mechanics, with the new expansion adding a perfect block mechanic from Sekiro. The DLC serves as a bridge to future projects from FromSoftware, as players continue to be drawn to the game's captivating landscapes.

AppWizard

August 24, 2026

Blood Dungeon review

Blood Dungeon, developed and published by Messhof, is set to release on August 26, 2026. It is a sidescrolling platformer in the 'bullet heaven' genre, where players navigate a scrolling arena, avoiding projectiles and battling enemies. Each level up offers randomized perks, and rounds typically last under ten minutes. The game features a distinctive 2D art style and a dungeon drum 'n' bass soundtrack. Players start as Gun Man and can unlock various characters and weapons, each with unique abilities. The maps have fixed layouts with randomized item locations, enhancing replayability. However, the game may become repetitive over time as the excitement of upgrades diminishes.

AppWizard

August 23, 2026

EverQuest Legends dev says ‘I’m sure we would’ add new classes, races ‘in the longer-term vision of the game’

EverQuest Legends is set to undergo significant changes, including the introduction of new classes not found in the original EverQuest. David Youssefi, executive producer at Daybreak, mentioned the possibility of adding additional races and classes in the long term, although he indicated that it may not happen by the upcoming expansion Kunark. Eda Spause, CEO of Game Jawn, supported this vision for new content. The game has already introduced unique playable races and revamped zones, and the addition of new classes could enhance gameplay by allowing for diverse builds and playstyles. Players are eager for more information on potential new classes.

AppWizard

August 18, 2026

PC Game Pass Has Some Seriously Good Turn-Based RPGs

The text discusses various turn-based RPGs and strategy games available on Xbox Game Pass, highlighting 17 standout titles. 1. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - A turn-based RPG with innovative combat mechanics and a compelling narrative centered around the Paintress. 2. Heroes of Might and Magic II & III - Classic strategy games known for exploration, resource management, and tactical battles. 3. South Park: The Fractured But Whole - An RPG with grid-based combat and tactical elements, infused with the show's humor. 4. Wasteland 3 - A CRPG set in a post-apocalyptic world, featuring intricate storytelling and strategic turn-based combat. 5. BATTLETECH - A tactical mech combat game focused on managing a mercenary company and strategic planning. 6. Death Howl - Combines grid movement with deckbuilding mechanics in a dark narrative. 7. Echo Generation 2 - Introduces deckbuilding mechanics and multiple characters with a voxel art style. 8. For The King II - A blend of tabletop RPG elements and roguelite mechanics, designed for group play. 9. Gears Tactics - A tactical turn-based game that transitions from a third-person shooter, encouraging aggressive playstyles. 10. Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era - Revitalizes the classic formula with modern production values. 11. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth - Continues the turn-based combat from its predecessor with an expansive world. 12. Persona 5 Royal - A defining JRPG that balances everyday life with supernatural adventures and stylish turn-based combat. 13. The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut - A first-person dungeon crawler with exploration and puzzle-solving elements. 14. The Thaumaturge - Set in early 20th-century Warsaw, featuring political tension and supernatural intrigue in its narrative. 15. Wartales - Focuses on managing mercenaries in a medieval world, emphasizing survival and personal storytelling. 16. Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire - Offers a turn-based mode in a richly detailed world with complex narratives. 17. Phoenix Point - A tactical game that serves as a successor to XCOM, featuring a unique free-aim system and evolving enemy mechanics.

AppWizard

August 17, 2026

Mortal Shell 2 review: A monumental heavy metal sequel with the spirit of a ’90s PC game

Mortal Shell 2 features a tavern called The One Legged Wolf, where patrons gather amidst a chaotic environment, enjoying music from a lute-player. The game blends modern dark fantasy with humor and classic PC gaming elements, enhancing its predecessor's gameplay and lore. Players control the Harbinger, who can inhabit eight different Shells, each with unique abilities and skill trees. Combat mechanics have evolved to allow for a more aggressive playstyle without a stamina bar, offering various damage mitigation methods. The game includes an easy mode, the Slayer Seal, and a secret hard mode for different player preferences. Level design pays homage to classic gaming, with intricate dungeons and hidden passages. Despite some bugs and a focus on specific Shells, the game is praised for its creativity and engaging experience.

AppWizard

August 13, 2026

2D toybox fighting game Knock Off: The Battle for Imagination launches in 2027 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC

Bit Bot Media has announced its collaboration with Mechaghidora to publish the 2D toybox fighting game, Knock Off: The Battle for Imagination, set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. The game features fast-paced combat, a roster of unique characters inspired by '80s and '90s toys, an arcade mode, online multiplayer battles, and a retro soundtrack. Players will control Johnny, who faces off against Maximus, his first brand-name action figure. The game aims to evoke nostalgia while providing an engaging gaming experience. A new trailer and screenshots have been released.

AppWizard

August 9, 2026

Minecraft has been transformed into a full ARPG, with endgame maps and bosses inspired by Path of Exile 2

Craft to Exile 2 is a mod for Minecraft that transforms the game into an action RPG, drawing inspiration from titles like Path of Exile and Diablo 2. It features an overhauled combat system with classes, talent trees, a randomized gear system, and dodge rolls. Players can choose a class, earn stats and skills, and specialize through an 'ascendancy' system. The mod includes over 250 quests, dungeons, shops, and a comprehensive endgame with a mapping system and repeatable dungeons. The 2.0 update introduces new classes, mechanics, and interface enhancements, including Uber bosses, Shrines for temporary buffs, Strongboxes for loot, and new crafting materials. The update is available for download.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

5 Hit PC Games No One Remembers Today

Black & White is a pioneering title from Electronic Arts where players act as a deity influencing civilizations through kindness or tyranny, featuring innovative design and strategic systems. Planescape: Torment, developed by Black Isle and published by Interplay, immerses players in the city of Sigil as The Nameless One, focusing on dialogue for conflict resolution rather than combat, offering rich narratives and characters. Myth: The Fallen Lords, developed by Bungie, is a real-time tactics game where players command a squad against dark forces, emphasizing real-time combat without resource management and featuring an innovative physics engine. Nox, released in 2000, is an action role-playing game where players control Jack in a fantasy realm, offering three distinct classes and a deep magic system, encouraging replayability and featuring multiplayer mode. FreeSpace 2, released by Volition and Interplay, is a space combat game known for its epic battles, a variety of ships and weapons, and exhilarating dogfighting mechanics, remaining a notable title in the space flight genre nearly three decades later.