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15 indie games we saw during the Big Indie Pitch at NAGIS that you've got to check out
AppWizard
July 2, 2026

15 indie games we saw during the Big Indie Pitch at NAGIS that you’ve got to check out

The Big Indie Pitch event recently took place in Canada, showcasing indie developers and their PC and console games. Sponsored by Xsolla, the event featured a speed-dating format where developers presented their games to a panel of industry experts for five minutes. This format allowed for feedback and insights from professionals in publishing, scouting, and media. The event attracted developers at various project stages and served as a networking opportunity. The pitching sessions are a staple of Pocket Gamer Connects conferences and other gaming events worldwide. Interested participants can visit the Big Indie Pitch website for information on future events.
Blood Bowl's videogame rights have been acquired by Slitherine and at this point I'll take any change as a good sign
AppWizard
July 2, 2026

Blood Bowl’s videogame rights have been acquired by Slitherine and at this point I’ll take any change as a good sign

Slitherine has acquired the rights to the Blood Bowl series, previously held by Nacon, which faced insolvency and impacted various projects, including Blood Bowl 3. Developers Cyanide had planned to update Blood Bowl 3 to align with the latest tabletop rules, now back on track under Slitherine. Blood Bowl 3 was released with significant issues, including bugs and frustrating microtransactions, leading players to prefer Blood Bowl 2. Despite some improvements, menu navigation remains cumbersome. There is cautious optimism for the series' future under Slitherine's management.
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AppWizard
July 2, 2026

Fanmade VR Port Of Nintendo 64 Classic Perfect Dark Out Now On Quest & PC

Modder Alex Le Tux has released the first public build of Perfect Dark VR, a fan-made adaptation for Quest headsets and PC VR, following a preview video in February. The VR port is based on the Perfect Dark decompilation project started in 2022. The latest release allows players to explore iconic locations from Perfect Dark with features like head tracking and motion control aiming. A trailer showcasing these features has been shared by YouTube user Graslu00. The trend of creating VR ports for classic games has grown, with contributions from fans and indie developers, including Team Beef, which has ported classic PC titles to VR. Additionally, Virtual Boy Go is an open-source emulator that enables players to experience Nintendo's virtual reality games on Quest headsets without the original console.
Based on Meccha Chameleon's incredibly short 2-month dev cycle, its creators have already earned $1 million per day of work
AppWizard
July 1, 2026

Based on Meccha Chameleon’s incredibly short 2-month dev cycle, its creators have already earned $1 million per day of work

Meccha Chameleon, launched on June 9, has sold over 10 million copies within three weeks, developed by two Japanese indie developers, Lemorion and Haganeiro, in a rapid two-month timeline. The developers utilized a strategy of creating a basic mockup and reusing assets from previous projects to streamline their process. The game has received significant sales, particularly in Western markets, with 20,712 English reviews out of 36,810 on Steam. This success has likely allowed the developers to benefit from a reduced revenue cut from Valve, earning them potentially "life-changing" income. If sales continue at the current pace, they could retroactively claim a day rate of approximately million for their work. Meccha Chameleon has also been well-received for its engaging gameplay, earning a score of 82%.
Private Minecraft servers violate the law and resemble a "black market" - according to the Entertainment Software Association
AppWizard
June 30, 2026

Private Minecraft servers violate the law and resemble a “black market” – according to the Entertainment Software Association

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has declared private Minecraft servers illegal, equating them to a "black market" for video games and considering them a form of piracy. The ESA is pursuing legal action against the owners of these private servers. However, Microsoft and Mojang Studios, the creators of Minecraft, do not fully share the ESA's perspective, as many fan-driven projects have thrived in a more lenient environment. Microsoft has not officially commented on the ESA's statements regarding private servers.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 team reminds you it's got another Kingdom Come and a Middle-earth game on the way as it tops 6,000,000 sales
AppWizard
June 30, 2026

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 team reminds you it’s got another Kingdom Come and a Middle-earth game on the way as it tops 6,000,000 sales

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has sold over 6 million copies in a year and a half since its release, compared to the original's six years to reach the same milestone. Deep Silver, the game's publisher, expressed gratitude to the community and announced plans for two new open-world RPGs, including one set in the Kingdom Come universe and another in Middle-earth.
The smartest Windows OS upgrade costs just $10 through July 1
Winsage
June 30, 2026

The smartest Windows OS upgrade costs just $10 through July 1

Windows 11 Pro is available for .97, down from its regular price of 9. This limited-time promotion runs until July 1 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The upgrade includes features such as a modern user interface, improved multitasking, advanced security features, Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox, BitLocker encryption, Azure AD integration, and Microsoft’s AI-powered assistant, Copilot.
Minecraft Dappled Forest Guide: How to Find, Structures, and More
AppWizard
June 30, 2026

Minecraft Dappled Forest Guide: How to Find, Structures, and More

The Dappled Forest biome in Minecraft is a new cold biome characterized by colorful Poplar trees, red shrubs, and shelf mushrooms, designed to evoke the essence of autumn with warm hues. It features Poplar trees in red, orange, or yellow, fallen Poplar trees, shelf mushrooms, red shrubs, leaf litter, brown mushrooms, and abandoned camps. Players can find this biome near colder areas like snowy tundras and taigas, and it includes various animal mobs such as sheep, cold chickens, cold cows, cold pigs, rabbits, and foxes.
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