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AppWizard

November 25, 2025

Stellaris Infernals brings the heat to the strategy game’s universe, and I can’t wait to burn it all down

The Stellaris Infernals Species Pack introduces new playable alien races adapted to volcanic worlds, including bird-like, crocodilian, and insectoid forms. It features a new Crisis Path with the Galactic Hyperthermia mechanic, allowing players to terraform stars into red giants and create Entropy Conduits. The DLC also adds four new Civics focused on fire and heat, such as the Fire Cult and Scorched World Heralds. The new species possess the Thermophilic trait, thriving on hot planets and consuming alloys instead of traditional food sources, but they struggle on Arctic worlds. The DLC is available for purchase on Steam.

AppWizard

November 20, 2025

Round up your Warhammer crew now, because Vermintide 2 has a new free mission and over a week of double XP for all

The latest mission in Warhammer Vermintide 2, titled "Return to the Reik," reunites the Ubersreik Five to help Markus recover his father's sword. This mission revisits the River Reik, featuring familiar yet reimagined territories, including forest encampments and a beach showdown. Players will defend the Dawnrunner ship against assaults while navigating toward their objective. The level introduces new threats, such as Chaos raiders, alongside the Skaven. This DLC is free for all players as part of the 'Ten Years of Tide' celebration, which includes ten days of double XP. The recent patch, version 6.9.0, enhances gameplay with additional enemy spawns, increased brightness for navigation, and improved AI pathfinding.

AppWizard

November 17, 2025

Marble run and racing simulation game Cozy Marbles announced for PC

Publisher Mythwright and developer Pixel Pea Games are set to launch Cozy Marbles, a marble run and racing simulation game, on PC via Steam in 2026. A playtest is currently available. The game allows players to build marble runs using various components, featuring a soothing lo-fi ASMR soundscape. Key features include freeform construction tools, customization options for marble runs and marbles, the ability to test different designs, set up marble races, and share creations with the community. An announcement trailer and screenshots are available for potential players.

BetaBeacon

November 15, 2025

Apple TV Will Stream MLS Games At No Extra Cost Starting 2026

MLS access on Apple TV no longer requires an additional MLS Season Pass, adding value to the subscription.

AppWizard

October 27, 2025

This week in PC games: Outer Worlds 2, Arc Raiders, occult detectives and some chunky strategy games

James has returned from his travels in India, having enjoyed a holiday rather than focusing on the Indian game development scene. Noteworthy PC game releases include: - Terra Firma 2: A sandbox god simulation. - The Séance of Blake Manor: A first-person supernatural detective mystery set in 1897 Ireland. - Master of Command: A historical strategy game set during the Seven Years' War. - Simon the Sorcerer Origins: A prequel to the 1993 point-and-click adventure game. - Death By Scrolling: An RPG promising endless upward mobility. - Wreckreation: A game featuring 400 square kilometers of landscapes for vehicular chaos. - Silly Polly Beast: A third-person survival horror game with a skateboarding orphan. - As Long As You're Here: A semi-autobiographical experience about a woman with Alzheimer's disease. - DSS 2: War Industry: A medieval wargame simulating real-time activities of workers and soldiers. - Dark Moon: A real-time survival strategy game with a mecha-base. - The Outer Worlds 2: A sequel focusing on leveling up companions and corporate satire. - Orbyss: A game navigating a metal labyrinth filled with logic puzzles. - Resonance Solstice: A blend of train simulations, trading mechanics, and deckbuilder combat. - Majogami: A hack-and-slash platformer in a paper-crafted world. - Arc Raiders: An extraction shooter from the creators of The Finals. The Treehouse team is engaged in various projects, with James preparing for another press trip, Mark discussing Hong Kong dollars, Ollie finalizing Silksong guides, Jeremy working on The Outer Worlds 2, and Callum exploring Umamusume: Pretty Derby.

BetaBeacon

October 14, 2025

DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY Coming to iOS and Android in 2026

DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY is the latest installment in the DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY series, featuring warriors from the FINAL FANTASY series in a 3v3 team boss battle arena set in modern-day Tokyo. Strange monsters appear from a mysterious energy polluting a giant crystal in the city, leading armed warriors to emerge and be called "Ghosts."

AppWizard

October 12, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Game Review

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is regarded as the pinnacle of the Sonic racing game franchise, offering a smooth gameplay experience with features such as vehicle customization, a diverse array of vehicles, and a large roster of characters. The game runs seamlessly on PC with minimal load times and maintains sixty frames per second. It includes straightforward mechanics like a drift system, ring collection, and various item categories for strategy. The difficulty curve adjusts based on player performance, enhancing competitiveness. Character interactions are enriched by dialogue from writer Ian Flynn, though some characters lack distinct interactions. The soundtrack features remixes of iconic Sonic tracks, contributing to an engaging audio experience.

AppWizard

October 12, 2025

Sonic Racing: Crossworlds Mod Adds Jack Black’s Steve

Sonic Racing: Crossworlds has received attention for its gameplay, but some fans desire a more authentic experience due to its reliance on licensed partnerships. The modding community has responded by creating enhancements, including a mod called the “Jack Black Steve Collection,” which allows players to race as Jack Black’s animated version of Steve from the Minecraft movie. This mod, created by user BROCHONKY and hosted on GameBanana, features two skins and includes voice lines and music from the film. Sega supports modding culture, as indicated by their actions against cheating mods while encouraging creative modifications in their End User License Agreement.

AppWizard

October 9, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Releases New Minecraft Pack

SEGA has launched a new Minecraft Pack for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, featuring four new racers: Steve, Alex, and Creeper. Players can race on the Minecraft World course, which includes the Overworld and encounters with the Ender Dragon. The pack introduces the minecart vehicle and a variety of remixed Minecraft music, sounds, emotes, and decals. The Minecraft Pack is included in the Digital Deluxe Edition's Season Pass or can be purchased separately for .99. Players without the pack can still compete online against those who have it. The pack features original tracks and remixes based on Minecraft themes.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

The best MMOs and MMORPGs 2025

Gaming serves as a refuge, a means to connect with others, and a way to forge friendships, particularly through MMOs and MMORPGs. These genres offer expansive realms filled with adventure and the opportunity to interact with fellow gamers. 1. Old School Runescape: Features a skill cap of 99 for all abilities, has a vibrant community, and the recent Varlamore expansion has attracted record player counts. 2. World of Warcraft: Known for its continuous evolution and the latest expansion, "The War Within," which makes the game more accessible for players with limited time. 3. Final Fantasy 14: Transformed from a lackluster launch to a beloved MMORPG, praised for its epic tales and the recent "Dawntrail" expansion. 4. Destiny 2: Offers immersive gameplay and narrative, with the recent "Edge of Fate" expansion improving the onboarding experience for newcomers. 5. Guild Wars 2: Features a horizontal gear progression system and episodic updates, with the upcoming "Visions of Eternity" expansion promising new content. 6. Elder Scrolls Online: Allows players to explore Tamriel's landscapes and engage in combat, with ongoing expansions and content updates. 7. Albion Online: Combines crafting, farming, and PvP action, with the recent "Abyssal Depths" update enhancing PvP elements. 8. Dune Awakening: An MMO-survival hybrid set in an alternate timeline of Arrakis, with the recent "Lost Harvest" DLC adding new cosmetic options. 9. Black Desert Online: Known for stunning visuals and fluid combat, offering a diverse array of classes but can be daunting for newcomers. 10. Lost Ark: Players recover relics in a beautifully crafted world, with recent updates streamlining the onboarding process. 11. Star Wars The Old Republic: Set in the Star Wars universe, featuring various classes and regular updates to keep content fresh. 12. Lord of the Rings Online: Immerses players in Middle-earth with quests and expansions, despite aging graphics. 13. Eve Online: Renowned for its player-driven economy and intricate narratives, featuring massive space battles. 14. New World Aeternum: Blends sandbox survival with RPG mechanics, encouraging character development and exploration. 15. Palia: Focuses on gardening, decorating, and community-building, with recent updates expanding features. Upcoming titles include Chrono Odyssey, promising time-based combat, and Ashes of Creation, currently in playtesting.