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AppWizard
July 27, 2025
A demo for the RTX Remix Mod for the original BioShock game has been released by modders ‘skurtyyskirts’ and ‘watbulb’. This mod introduces real-time Path Tracing to enhance the game's graphics, utilizing improved materials through physically-based rendering (PBR) assets. The mod includes a custom compatibility wrapper to facilitate communication between BioShock, which operates on Unreal Engine 2.5, and RTX Remix. The demo features hundreds of newly crafted textures and assets, with updated lighting effects. The demo is available for download, but users may encounter visual inconsistencies and bugs. Additionally, various RTX Remix Mods for other games are in development, including titles like Tomb Raider 2, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Need for Speed: Most Wanted. Demos for Path Tracing Mods have also been released for games such as Deus Ex and Call of Duty 4.
AppWizard
July 19, 2025
Between the late '80s and early '90s, DOS became the foundation of PC gaming, fostering innovation with advancements in 2.5D and 3D environments, first-person shooters, city-building simulations, and point-and-click adventures. DOS games are lightweight, allowing them to run on modern devices easily. Dangerous Dave (1988) is a nostalgic platformer that remains enjoyable today. Sid Meier's Civilization (1991) is considered one of the greatest DOS games, allowing players to build empires through various strategies. Dune II: The Building of a Dynasty (1992) is credited with shaping the real-time strategy genre, introducing base-building and resource management. Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons (1990) set the standard for PC platformers with its vibrant gameplay. Carmageddon (1997) is an iconic car combat game known for its humor and chaos. Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis (1992) is a hallmark of the point-and-click genre with engaging puzzles. The Oregon Trail (1990) started as an educational tool and became a classic game blending survival strategy with humor. Command and Conquer (1995) revolutionized the RTS genre with engaging gameplay. X-COM: UFO Defense (1994) is known for its strategic gameplay where every decision matters. Wolfenstein 3D (1992) is a pioneer of the FPS genre, influencing many subsequent titles.
AppWizard
July 5, 2025
Stephen "Blue" Heaslip established Blue's News in the 1990s, driven by a passion for gaming rather than profit. The site has maintained a consistent output, with Heaslip posting 12,313 articles last year alone, and has only gone 22 days without a post since July 1996, achieving a 99.8% hit rate. Heaslip has authored 94% of the site's content, which has garnered over a billion views. Despite facing personal challenges, such as a car accident in 2021, he continued to deliver content using voice recognition software. Heaslip has turned down offers from major media outlets, prioritizing the relationship with his readers and the intrinsic value of writing.
AppWizard
July 2, 2025
Deus Ex is recognized as a significant video game that explores complex themes beyond entertainment. A conversation between two NSF troopers highlights the reduction of individuals to functionality, which impacted a young gamer named Josh. The game's allies, the NSF and Silhouette, reflect real-world political dynamics, with billionaires acting in self-interest. Developers admitted that political considerations were not a primary focus during the game's creation. Designer Ricardo Bare expressed that he was more excited about the gameplay than political agendas, while project director Warren Spector aimed to keep his personal views out of the game, believing players should interpret the narrative based on their choices. The game features multiple endings, allowing players to make impactful decisions. Despite the radical elements within the game, it may embody a fundamentally liberal ethos, as suggested by protagonist JC Denton's line about due process and terror.
AppWizard
June 23, 2025
On any given day, Steam releases about a dozen new games. The following are details of specific games: - Korter 1996 - Release Date: June 20 - Developers: Mari-Anna Lepasson, James Flannery - Gameplay: Players explore a '90s arcade setting as a nine-year-old in an abandoned gaming haven, combining first-person exploration and 2D pixel platforming with a gameplay duration of around two hours. - Tower Wizard - Release Date: June 20 - Developer: Barribob - Gameplay: An incremental idle game where players build a wizard tower, featuring satisfying mechanics and numerous upgrades. It received over 900 "overwhelmingly positive" reviews shortly after release. - Chronicles of the Wolf - Release Date: June 19 - Developer: Migami Games - Gameplay: An exploration platformer that pays homage to the Castlevania series, featuring gothic pixel art and RPG mechanics, including characters from the Bloodstained series. - Blessed Burden - Release Date: June 19 - Developer: Podoba Interactive - Gameplay: A first-person parkour game where players, as a priest, descend into hell to confront evil, with a focus on speed and agility, and gameplay priced under ten dollars.
AppWizard
June 6, 2025
Developer Emptyvessl has raised million in Series A funding, led by NCSoft and 1AM Gaming, with contributions from Black Phoenix Games, Anurup Joseph, Sebastiaan Hejne, and earlier investors like Sisu Game Ventures, Raptor Group, and Compute. NCSoft previously invested in Emptyvessl in May. The company is developing a first-person cyberpunk squad-based shooter called Defect, with a team experienced in titles like Doom, Quake, Borderlands, and The Last of Us. CEO Emanuel Palalic noted that the funding will help expand single-player support and reach across various platforms. NC America and NC West CEO Jeonghee Jin praised Emptyvessl's vision for game design and player interaction.
Winsage
June 5, 2025
Windows Terminal is a productivity tool in Windows 11 that allows users to manage multiple profiles, such as Windows PowerShell and Linux distributions, within the same window. Users can rename and recolor tabs for easier navigation. The Command Palette, activated by Ctrl+Shift+P, provides a searchable interface for commands, simplifying execution without needing to memorize shortcuts. Focus mode hides the title bar and tabs for distraction-free use and can be set as the default launch option. The split pane feature enables users to display multiple profiles simultaneously, enhancing multitasking. Quake mode keeps the terminal visible at the top of the screen, minimizing distractions and allowing easy access to other applications.
AppWizard
May 14, 2025
The gaming community has seen a rise in reverse-engineering source code from retro console games, particularly from the Nintendo 64 era and earlier, leading to native PC ports. The decompilation of Mario Party 4 is nearly complete, making it the first fully decompiled GameCube title, which will facilitate unofficial PC ports. A port of Mario Party 4 with online multiplayer is in development. Other GameCube titles like Super Smash Bros. Melee and Metroid Prime are also being targeted for decompilation. An unofficial PC port of the Xbox 360 game Sonic Unleashed has been completed. Previous titles such as Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time have received PC ports with enhanced features. Modders are experimenting with advanced technologies like ray tracing for classic games. A modding tool has improved the recompilation process, but technical challenges remain. Nintendo has not taken legal action against these decompilation efforts, and modders use clean room tactics to avoid legal issues, requiring ownership of the original game for PC ports.
AppWizard
May 11, 2025
Straftat is a micro-first-person shooter developed by the Lemaitre brothers, featuring a fast-paced 1v1 duel format. The game includes dozens of unique weapons, 150 creatively designed maps, and a variety of hats, all available for free, with an optional £4.29 DLC that nearly doubles the map count and adds features. Continuous updates have introduced new maps, a training area inspired by their previous game Babbdi, an optional weapon randomizer, and exclusive DLC cosmetics. Future features teased by the developers include a 4-player free-for-all mode and a 2v2 Team Deathmatch, with some new maps designed for larger player counts.
AppWizard
May 10, 2025
Among Us 3D was launched this week on PC by Schell Games, offering a new perspective on the classic game, available at a discounted price for the weekend. Blizzard is providing various deals, while Epic Games Store features exclusive titles and offers. Fanatical allows users to build their own Bethesda Bundle with select titles for specific prices. Gamebillet, Gamersgate, GamesPlanet, GOG.com, and Green Man Gaming are all offering competitive deals and discounts. Humble Bundle has a subscription option for .99 per month with various game offerings and tiered bundles. Ubisoft is running a promotion with a coupon code for discounts. Steam continues to offer a vast library and frequent sales.
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