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August 13, 2025

Party action game LAPPY GAMES launches August 20 for Switch, August 27 for PC

Publisher TBS Games and developer WILL Co. Ltd. will release LAPPY GAMES, a party action game inspired by the TV series LOVE it!, on August 20 for Nintendo Switch and August 27 for PC via Steam, priced at 800 yen. The game supports multiple languages: English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. It features up to four players in an online multiplayer setting, where the goal is to collect hearts alongside the character Lappy. Players can exchange collected hearts for items in a gacha system and expand their in-game encyclopedia. The game is designed to be accessible for players of all ages.

AppWizard

August 12, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country review

The Mafia franchise has struggled with creating a fully realized open world, with previous games like Mafia and Mafia 2 feeling hollow due to sparse environments and lack of engaging side activities. The upcoming game, Mafia: The Old Country, is set to release on August 7, 2025, and follows the story of Enzo Favara, a Sicilian laborer involved with the mob. The game focuses on a concise 13-hour narrative, which may sacrifice depth for brevity compared to its predecessor's 40-hour runtime. While the performances and dialogue are strong, the story lacks surprises and relies on familiar mob tropes. Gameplay includes stealth, combat, driving, and knife fights, but feels outdated and repetitive. Overall, the game is seen as a missed opportunity, lacking the charm of earlier titles in the series.

Winsage

August 11, 2025

The ultimate Microsoft Office Pro + Windows 11 Pro bundle for just $55 (87% off)

An all-in-one bundle is available for .97, featuring lifetime licenses for Microsoft Office Professional 2021 and Windows 11 Pro, discounted from the regular price of 9.99. The Office Pro 2021 suite includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access, OneNote, and Microsoft Teams, and operates offline without a subscription. Windows 11 Pro offers advanced features like BitLocker encryption, Hyper-V virtualization, Remote Desktop support, and integrates the AI assistant Copilot. The licenses are permanently linked to a single PC and are not compatible with virtual machines.

AppWizard

August 10, 2025

Semi-open World Puzzler ‘Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times’ Hits PC & Consoles Early 2026

Developer SlugGlove and publisher Yogscast Games announced their upcoming semi-open world puzzle adventure game, Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Times, set to launch on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation in early 2026. Players will craft spells by combining magical runes to solve environmental puzzles across 14 main areas, with over 102 million possible spell combinations. The game features a narrative-driven experience where players guide Rhell, a mage, and her companion Beesle, as they uncover clues and interact with various characters. Rhell will be showcased at the Tiny Teams festival from August 7-14, and a demo is available on Steam.

AppWizard

August 10, 2025

Tabletop Game Shop Simulator Launches a Free Demo

Knight Fever Games, in collaboration with Ludogram, has released a free demo for Tabletop Game Shop Simulator, allowing players to experience managing a local game shop. Players can design shop layouts, set prices, hire staff, collect and paint miniatures, and host tournaments. The demo provides several hours of gameplay, where players manage inventory, finances, and community engagement. Players can collect rare miniatures, host game nights, and grow their business by attracting customers and expanding product offerings. The demo is available on Steam.

AppWizard

August 8, 2025

Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator Announced For PC

Indie game developer To-Go Games, in collaboration with publisher Astragon Entertainment, has announced Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulator, set in Faremont National Park. Players will manage daily tasks such as clearing trails, assisting lost hikers, and responding to wildlife emergencies. They will use tools like an axe, hammer, and litter picker while exploring diverse biomes, including forests, meadows, and rivers. The game features a ranger camera to document wildlife encounters, with over ten animal species and multiple subspecies. Players can drive a ranger pickup, engage with visitors, and experience dynamic day-night cycles and changing weather. Ranger’s Path is set to launch in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store later this year.

AppWizard

August 8, 2025

Epic Games Store PC Weekly Free Games 07/08/2025

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games, 112 Operator and Road Redemption, from 4 PM BST on August 7, 2025, until 4 PM BST on August 14, 2025. 112 Operator is a simulation game where players manage emergency calls and dispatch rescue teams, while Road Redemption is a driving combat game where players lead a biker gang across the country.

BetaBeacon

August 7, 2025

Epic Games Store reveals new free mobile game for Android and iOS gamers to keep forever

Epic Games Store offers a curated selection of PC and Mac games, with a revenue sharing model that only takes a 12% cut of sales compared to the industry standard of 30%. The store has attracted indie developers and smaller studios, leading to a diverse library of games. Epic Games Store also releases exclusive games for a limited time, attracting players and generating both praise and criticism. Despite controversy, the store continues to grow in popularity with a user-friendly interface, regular sales, and a commitment to supporting developers.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Herdling Launches August 21 For Consoles And PC, Joins Game Pass At Release

Okomotive, known for FAR: Lone Sails and FAR: Changing Tides, has partnered with publisher Panic to release a new game called Herdling on August 21, 2025. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, and will also be accessible through Game Pass. In Herdling, players explore a decaying city and interact with Calicorns, antlered creatures central to the story, using visual storytelling instead of dialogue. Players guide the Calicorns through environmental puzzles and face natural threats, with the game featuring cinematic stampede moments that combine action with exploration.

AppWizard

August 5, 2025

Production company Lyrical opens new indie publishing arm

Lyrical Media has launched an indie publishing arm called Lyrical Games, led by Blake Rochkind, formerly of Private Division. The team includes professionals from Private Division, Devolver, Humble, and Microsoft. Lyrical Games has signed three projects, including one from Blackbird Interactive, known for Homeworld 3. The firm emphasizes that developers are often the best stewards of their games and aims to provide attractive deal terms while allowing developers to retain ownership of their intellectual property.