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Larian publishing chief aims to 'absolutely demolish' Steam with the studio's next release
AppWizard
April 24, 2026

Larian publishing chief aims to ‘absolutely demolish’ Steam with the studio’s next release

Larian Studios is developing a new role-playing game, Divinity, which aims to surpass the success of Baldur's Gate 3. The game will feature a larger world, deeper sequences of consequence, more engaging fail states, enhanced character customization, and complex NPC relationships. Michael Douse, Larian's publishing director, expressed a desire for Divinity's launch to significantly impact Steam, humorously stating he hopes it will "utterly destroy Steam." The game was announced with a trailer at the end of 2025 and is expected to enter early access, though no specific timeline is provided. A 2027 release for Divinity seems plausible based on the development timeline of Baldur's Gate 3.
Peter Molyneux's right about one thing: It's sad how no one seems to care about god games anymore
AppWizard
April 23, 2026

Peter Molyneux’s right about one thing: It’s sad how no one seems to care about god games anymore

Peter Molyneux, creator of Masters of Albion, expresses sadness over the decline of god games, a genre he pioneered with Populous. He notes that modern iterations are rare, leading to a perception that the genre is overlooked compared to others like first-person shooters and role-playing games. Molyneux identifies a vicious cycle where dwindling interest from developers results in less enthusiasm from publishers, further discouraging new projects in the genre. His studio, 22cans, has chosen to self-publish Masters of Albion, which blends elements from his previous works. Despite mixed initial impressions, there is hope that the game could revive interest in god games.
Xbox Lowers Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass Prices
AppWizard
April 22, 2026

Xbox Lowers Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass Prices

The company is changing its strategy for major first-party releases, specifically the Call of Duty franchise. New entries will no longer be available on Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass on launch day; instead, they will be added to the subscription service about a year later, around the next holiday season. This shift is likely a response to the challenges of the subscription service's lower price point and aims to stabilize revenue, though it may risk subscriber cancellations. Existing Call of Duty titles will remain accessible to current subscribers. The adjustment reflects a hybrid strategy in development and publishing, balancing subscription models with traditional sales to manage rising production costs. Microsoft is also lowering the barrier to entry to maintain platform appeal while delaying premium launches to protect revenue opportunities.
Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (13–19th of April)
AppWizard
April 21, 2026

Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (13–19th of April)

- PRAGMATA: 96% positive reviews from 8,155 ratings, Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd., Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd., Genre: Action, Adventure, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - MOUSE: P.I. For Hire: 95% positive reviews from 3,026 ratings, Developer: Fumi Games, Publisher: PlaySide, Genre: Action, Indie, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - Scriptorium: Master of Manuscripts: 99% positive reviews from 308 ratings, Developer: Yaza Games, Publisher: Mythwright, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - Lucky Tower Ultimate: 94% positive reviews from 1,643 ratings, Developer: Studio Seufz, Publisher: AMC Games, Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - ShantyTown: 100% positive reviews from 111 ratings, Developer: Erik Rempen, Publisher: Kinephantom Games, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - Gecko Gods: 97% positive reviews from 157 ratings, Developer: Inresin, Publisher: Super Rare Originals, Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - Moves Of The Diamond Hand: 100% positive reviews from 50 ratings, Developer: Cosmo D Studios, Publisher: Cosmo D Studios, Genre: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Release Date: 13 Apr, 2026. - Fishing Inc: 92% positive reviews from 307 ratings, Developer: BigBonk Studio, Publisher: BigBonk Studio, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 14 Apr, 2026. - Nekokami - The Human Restoration Project: 100% positive reviews from 50 ratings, Developer: Rocket-in-Bottle, Publisher: Rocket-in-Bottle, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 13 Apr, 2026. - Warhammer: Mark of Chaos - Gold Edition (Classic): 96% positive reviews from 82 ratings, Developer: Black Hole Entertainment, Publisher: SNEG, Genre: Strategy, Release Date: 13 Apr, 2026. - Atomic Heart - Blood On Crystal: 93% positive reviews from 308 ratings, Developer: Mundfish, Publisher: Focus Entertainment, Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - Loot Loop: 91% positive reviews from 319 ratings, Developer: BitBrew, Publisher: BitBrew, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 13 Apr, 2026. - BUNNY GARDEN 2: 93% positive reviews from 161 ratings, Developer: qureate, Publisher: qureate, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 13 Apr, 2026. - Airborne Empire: 89% positive reviews from 665 ratings, Developer: The Wandering Band LLC, Publisher: Stray Fawn Publishing, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 17 Apr, 2026. - Windrose: 86% positive reviews from 13,030 ratings, Developer: Kraken Express, Publisher: Kraken Express, Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG, Release Date: 14 Apr, 2026. - The Angel's Devil Tail - One More Question 2: 90% positive reviews from 21 ratings, Developer: 橘音, Publisher: 橘音, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 14 Apr, 2026. - OPUS: Prism Peak: 91% positive reviews from 391 ratings, Developer: SIGONO INC., Publisher: SHUEISHA GAMES, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Release Date: 15 Apr, 2026. - Cozy Sanctuary: 100% positive reviews from 34 ratings, Developer: OverPowered Team, Publisher: Isolated Games Publishing, Genre: Casual, Simulation, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - PRAGMATA: Shelter Variety Pack: 98% positive reviews from 59 ratings, Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd., Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd., Genre: Action, Adventure, Release Date: 16 Apr, 2026. - Portal 2: Community Edition: 89% positive reviews from 277 ratings, Developer: P2:CE Team, Publisher: P2:CE Team, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 17 Apr, 2026. - Electrogical: 94% positive reviews from 67 ratings, Developer: kinjo, Publisher: Phoenixx Inc., Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 17 Apr, 2026.
Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free
AppWizard
April 18, 2026

Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free

Steam is currently offering four PC games for free until specific dates: 1. Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager - Free until April 23, 2021 release, 76% approval rating from 1,584 reviews, playable on Steam Deck. 2. Uncanny Tales: Cold Road - Free until April 20, 2025 release, 62% approval rating from over 100 reviews. 3. Stickman: Killing Zombie - Free until April 19, 2024 release, 92% approval rating, limited reviews. 4. NineHells - Free until April 20, 2024 release, no established user score due to insufficient reviews. Only Legend of Keepers is confirmed as playable on the Steam Deck.
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AppWizard
April 18, 2026

Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free

Steam is offering four free PC games for a limited time, with the following details: 1. Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager - Free until April 23, 2021 release, 76% approval rating from 1,584 reviews, playable on Steam Deck. 2. Uncanny Tales: Cold Road - Free until April 20, 2025 release, 62% approval rating from over 100 reviews. 3. Stickman: Killing Zombie - Free until April 19, 2024 release, 92% approval rating, limited reviews. 4. NineHells - Free until April 20, 2024 release, no user review score available. Only one game, Legend of Keepers, is confirmed as playable on Steam Deck, while the compatibility of the others is unknown.
Legendary strategy franchise Heroes of Might and Magic is back in the first new entry in over a decade — 'This is one of those generational games' developer says
AppWizard
April 17, 2026

Legendary strategy franchise Heroes of Might and Magic is back in the first new entry in over a decade — ‘This is one of those generational games’ developer says

The upcoming title, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, is a prequel developed by Unfrozen with support from Hooded Horse and Ubisoft. It has gained significant attention, ranking tenth on Steam's most wishlisted titles after a free demo was released in October 2025. The game is set in the continent of Jadame, previously featured in Might and Magic 8: Day of the Destroyer. The early access launch is scheduled for April 30, 2026.
Roblox's age verification checks are "unpopular," but chief safety officer Matt Kaufman says they're worth the cost
AppWizard
April 17, 2026

Roblox’s age verification checks are “unpopular,” but chief safety officer Matt Kaufman says they’re worth the cost

Roblox developers face challenges due to new mandatory security measures and age verification restrictions, which have sparked debate among them. To publish games aimed at younger players, developers must now meet specific criteria tied to the new Roblox Plus subscription service, which has replaced the previous Premium model. Concerns have been raised about the impact of these changes on the platform's future, with players expressing frustration over the lack of concessions made in response to feedback. Chief Safety Officer Matt Kaufman acknowledged the unpopularity of the changes but emphasized their necessity for ensuring age-appropriate content. Additionally, Roblox recently settled a proposed lawsuit from Nevada for million, which will fund children's programs and an online safety awareness campaign. Proposed changes to game publishing are set to take effect in June, allowing developers to create games without a subscription, but those games will only be visible to users aged 16 and older.
Krafton still 'supporting the early access launch of Subnautica 2' despite its name being removed from the Steam page
AppWizard
April 16, 2026

Krafton still ‘supporting the early access launch of Subnautica 2’ despite its name being removed from the Steam page

Krafton has stepped back from publishing Subnautica 2 on Steam, with its subsidiary Unknown Worlds now taking on both development and publishing roles. Krafton acquired Unknown Worlds in 2021, but tensions escalated when Krafton dismissed the studio's leadership, leading to a lawsuit from CEO Ted Gill, who claimed the dismissal was to avoid a million bonus tied to the game's performance. A judge ruled in favor of Gill, reinstating him as CEO. The release date for Subnautica 2, initially set for May, is now uncertain, with Gill granted an extension until September 15 to launch the game. Subnautica 2 is currently the most wishlisted game on Steam.
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