Pride Archives

AppWizard

July 15, 2025

Codev Airship Interactive assets acquired by Airmergent

UK-based co-development firm Airship Interactive has entered administration, and its assets have been acquired by a newly established studio named Airmergent. Airmergent has retained all 78 employees from Airship Interactive, in compliance with UK TUPE regulations, ensuring ongoing contracts remain unaffected. Airship Interactive officially entered administration on July 1st.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

Think you know gaming? Test your knowledge with PC Gamer’s fiendish quizzes

PC Gamer offers weekly quizzes to test knowledge of PC gaming. The quizzes cover various topics, including: 1. Weird currencies in games, such as Mucus-Slick Eggs in Diablo 4 and Delirious Scouting Reports in Path of Exile. 2. Identifying health bars from different games through screenshots. 3. Recalling names of 15 PC games that are no longer available, based on screenshots.

AppWizard

July 8, 2025

Top Android Apps (July 2025): Essential Downloads for Your Phone

The latest Android apps for July 2025 include: 1. Cosmos: An app for discovering and curating aesthetic ideas with personalized feeds and collaborative boards. 2. Copy SMS Code: A lightweight app that copies authentication codes to the clipboard, operating offline and focusing on privacy. 3. Super Alarm: An alarm app that engages users with tasks like puzzles and physical activities to enhance their waking experience. 4. Creative App: A community-driven platform for customizing devices with wallpapers, ringtones, and layouts, allowing user contributions. 5. Gator: A storage management app that clears cache, removes duplicates, and organizes backups with automated cleaning schedules. 6. Timewise: An app that provides insights into app usage and screen time, allowing users to set limits and create phone-free zones. 7. Parquet: An AI-driven mind mapping tool that helps users brainstorm and organize ideas, generating structured mind maps for easy sharing.

Winsage

July 1, 2025

5 common Linux dealbreakers that could ruin your Windows 10 switch

The Linux operating system faces challenges in gaming, particularly with triple-A titles, as many prominent developers do not support it, resulting in a limited selection compared to Windows. Approximately 70 percent of triple-A games available on Windows can be played on Linux, according to ProtonDB. However, some major titles, like Fortnite, are not natively playable on Linux and require cloud gaming services for access. Compatibility issues with anti-cheat software, such as Epic's Easy Anti-Cheat, hinder the expansion of the Linux gaming library. There are potential developments from Microsoft regarding kernel-level anti-cheat software, but no concrete solutions have emerged. Performance on Linux can vary, with some players experiencing drops while others report better performance than on Windows. Additionally, Linux has a steeper learning curve, often requiring command-line interface engagement for software installation and configuration.

AppWizard

June 28, 2025

Report: Don’t Nod is making layoffs

Don't Nod, a French video game developer, has initiated a series of layoffs, primarily affecting its Montreal office, as indicated by employee posts on LinkedIn. Senior game designer Mathieu Tremblay expressed disappointment over being part of the layoffs and reflected on the team's accomplishments with their recent title, Lost Records: Bloom and Rage. The exact number of employees affected by the layoffs is unclear.

AppWizard

June 27, 2025

Deus Ex lead Warren Spector pops up to remind everyone he didn’t make the game alone in a cave, wish you a happy 25th anniversary, and get me wondering if something Deus Ex-related is happening behind the scenes

Warren Spector clarified his role in the creation of Deus Ex during a video for the game's 25th anniversary, stating that he did not create it alone and expressing pride in its lasting impact. A remastered version of the game's opening cutscene for the PlayStation 2 was recently unveiled, indicating renewed interest in the franchise. The future of Deus Ex is uncertain following the collapse of Embracer Group's deal, which halted several projects, but there are possibilities for a revival, including the potential involvement of Nightdive Studios with the original title and Invisible War.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Hytale cancelled as Hypixel Studios winds down

Hypixel Studios has announced the cancellation of its sandbox title, Hytale, due to challenges in meeting evolving expectations and technical demands. CEO Aaron "Noxy" Donaghey stated that despite efforts to salvage the project, compromises would have undermined its uniqueness. The cancellation does not affect the Hypixel server on Minecraft, which will continue its regular activities. Hypixel Studios, part of Riot Games since 2020, is now moving forward without Hytale while valuing its creative legacy.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

Streaming platform Noice is closing down

Finnish live-streaming platform Noice is set to close, as announced by CEO Tuomas Rinta in a LinkedIn post. The decision follows difficulties in attracting additional investment despite a successful fundraising effort in 2023. Rinta noted that the team had been aware of the challenging fundraising environment and had hoped for a better outcome. He acknowledged the emotional impact of the closure on employees and expressed a desire for them to eventually take pride in their accomplishments.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

Minecraft Pride Month Build Features Rainbow Ship; Check Details

A player known as u/WulfyTime constructed a wooden ship in Minecraft adorned with rainbow sails and pride flags to celebrate Pride Month. The ship serves as a symbol of inclusion and creativity within the game. WulfyTime shared their creation in the r/Minecraft Builds community, receiving positive feedback from other users who admired the attention to detail and the immersive experience of the build. The ship exemplifies the diverse and imaginative projects that players undertake in Minecraft, highlighting the game's role as a platform for creative expression.

AppWizard

June 12, 2025

Queens high school students take top prize in NYC Minecraft Battle of the Boroughs

A team of students from World Journalism Preparatory in Queens, named ‘Diamond Sword Bustamoney,’ won the inaugural NYC Video Games Festival in the high school division of the Minecraft Education “Battle of the Boroughs” competition. Their victory followed a three-stage tournament that included preliminary digital submissions, borough-level championships, and a final showdown on May 31. This is the first time a Queens school has won the title since the competition began in 2021. The event was organized by the New York City Department of Education in collaboration with Microsoft and the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, originally conceived during the COVID-19 pandemic. The team defeated the defending champions from Staten Island’s Tottenville High School. The winning team consists of five 11th-grade students.