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AppWizard

September 19, 2025

Dying Light The Beast map and all points of interest

The Dying Light: The Beast map features various points of interest (POIs) that provide players with rewards. The POIs include: Safe Zones: - Abandoned House - Break Knuckles (rare blueprint) - Highway Bus Refuge - The Rust (rare blueprint) - Old Hideout - Workout (rare blueprint) - Power Plant - Lightning (common shaft mod) - Library Tower - Extinguisher (rare blueprint) - Groundskeeper's House - Slashers (rare blueprint) - Inn - Spark (common mod craftplan) - Monastery - Hunting Bow (rare blueprint) Safe Spots: - Farms Tower - Fire Bolts (rare blueprint) - Village Tower - Merc Shooting Arm Guard (epic bracers) - Gas Station Voltage Pole - Shock Arrows (rare blueprint) - Cargo Station Tower - Bleeding Knife (common blueprint) - Village Voltage Pole - Shock Knife (common blueprint) - Chimneys Tower - Parkour Trophy (epic charm), Merc Combat Pants (epic joggers) - River Tower - Exploding Knife (common blueprint) - Camping Tower - Fire Arrows (rare blueprint) - Recreation Island Tower - Merc Fingerless Gloves (epic gloves) - Mountain Shelter Tower - Merc Shooting Headset (epic headwear) - Asylum Island Tower - Shock Bolts (rare blueprint) - Highway Tower - Merc Boots (epic sneakers) - Fisherman Island Tower - Merc Long Sleeve Shirt (epic chestpiece) Substations: - Residential Relay - Flame (common tip mod) - Mountain Relay - Bleeding Mine (common blueprint) - Railway Station Relay - Mine (common blueprint) - Factory Relay - Slaughter (common shaft mod), Inhibitor (epic charm) - Museum Relay - Acid (common tip mod) - Touristic Relay - Fling (common tip mod) Safe Spots and Safe Zones provide refuge and opportunities for rest and loot, while Substations are essential for electrifying the town and offer valuable rewards.

AppWizard

September 6, 2025

Watch a Timelapse of the Notorious Kowloon Walled City Rebuilt in Minecraft

Kowloon Walled City, located in Hong Kong, was once the most densely populated place on Earth, housing approximately 50,000 residents within 6.5 acres during the 1980s. It originated as a Song Dynasty outpost and evolved into a Qing fort, becoming a refuge for displaced individuals and informal industries due to the lack of government control. The Walled City featured a complex of makeshift high-rises, some reaching 14 stories, interconnected to allow traversal without going outside. It was dismantled in the mid-1990s and now exists only in memory and cultural references. A creator known as Sluda Builds has digitally reconstructed Kowloon Walled City in Minecraft, showcasing its skyline and intricate inner workings.

AppWizard

August 17, 2025

One of the devs behind System Shock and Thief wants to see more games catering to ‘a new generation of folks discovering the game that demands more from them’

Marc LeBlanc discussed the success of the System Shock Remake on the Nightdive Studios' Deep Dive podcast, highlighting a dedicated audience for games that challenge critical thinking and creativity. He noted that the game encourages deeper engagement due to its lack of a conventional quest log. LeBlanc compared this trend to the success of FromSoftware games and mentioned titles like Stardew Valley as examples of a desire for depth in gaming. He reflected on his own gaming experiences, expressing a preference for challenging gameplay that requires critical thinking. Phil Savage from PC Gamer emphasized that the System Shock Remake did not need simplification for modern audiences but required an intuitive user interface and satisfying gameplay.

Winsage

July 24, 2025

Someone rebuilt Windows XP in the browser for pure nostalgia

Microsoft's Windows XP, launched in 2001, has a lifespan of over 17 years and has inspired a developer to create a web-based simulation called Win32.run. This project recreates a fictional instance of Windows XP using web technologies, allowing users to explore a simulated file system and interact with embedded programs. The developer originally created the simulation as a tribute to the operating system from his childhood, using the Svelte framework, SvelteKit, and Tailwind CSS. However, the project was halted due to significant breaking changes in SvelteKit that made the codebase difficult for other developers to understand. The simulation operates on a client-side architecture, enabling users to run it locally in their browsers. There are also ongoing efforts to transform various editions of Windows into web applications, with projects ranging from simple browser-based simulations to more complex emulation tools. For a more immersive experience, users can run legacy operating systems like Windows XP in dedicated virtual machines using modern desktop hypervisors such as VMware Workstation.

Winsage

July 22, 2025

Windows XP returns from Microsoft’s graveyard in a nostalgic browser reboot — but don’t expect Internet Explorer to work

Windows 11 has surpassed Windows 10 in market share as Windows 10 nears its end-of-life deadline. A Reddit user created a web-based emulator that recreates the Windows XP experience, complete with classic features and preloaded games, to evoke nostalgia. This project, shared on July 13 to mark 25 years since Windows XP development began, is not a fully functional operating system and has limitations, such as no internet access and sound issues on certain browsers.

Winsage

July 18, 2025

This Windows XP recreation that runs in your browser really scratches my retro itch, and I think you’ll like it too

An online recreation of Windows XP has been developed, allowing users to experience the operating system in their browsers. This project replicates the iconic interface, pre-installed games, file system, programs, and classic dialogs of Windows XP. It was created to evoke nostalgia and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Windows XP's development. While it does not function as the original operating system, users can navigate through the interface, though some features, like the Internet Explorer icon, do not lead to actual web pages. The creator plans to enhance the project with additional features.

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remastered Review

The 25th Anniversary Remaster of System Shock 2, released by Nightdive Studios, features enhanced visuals with a new Dark engine upgrade, improved textures, and refined audio. The remaster includes a polished version of the original game, retains the classic PC gaming experience, and introduces a four-player co-op mode. Players navigate as a UNN space soldier aboard the Von Braun spaceship, encountering alien threats and exploring immersive environments. The remaster also includes extras like concept art and old trailers, and it runs smoothly on the Steam Deck at 60fps. Nightdive plans to support gameplay and balance mods from launch, enhancing the game's longevity.

AppWizard

June 9, 2025

Texas YouTuber recreates San Antonio Tower Life Building in ‘Minecraft’

Eric, a Texas-based YouTuber known for his channel Mogswamp, has dedicated over 500 hours of gameplay and a year of planning to recreate the Tower Life building in Minecraft. He became fascinated with the building, the fifth tallest in San Antonio, due to its distinctive design and visibility across the city. To ensure accuracy in his recreation, Eric researched drone footage, historical background, blueprints, and took his own photographs. The San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology (SAMSAT) is using Minecraft Education to engage students in various subjects, offering summer camps that incorporate technology and education. The Tower Life building is currently undergoing renovations to convert vacant office floors into apartment units while remaining a prominent feature of the San Antonio skyline.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Jonathan Joss, who appeared in Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption, shot dead in Texas

Jonathan Joss, a 59-year-old actor known for his roles in video games and as John Redcorn in King of the Hill, was shot multiple times during a confrontation with a neighbor, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, near his former residence, which had burned down earlier this year. Emergency medical services pronounced him dead at the scene. Joss's husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, reported that they had faced over two years of harassment from local residents, including violent homophobic slurs, leading up to the incident. De Gonzales stated that Joss pushed him out of the way during the shooting, saving his life. Joss had previously indicated that the fire that destroyed their home was an accident caused by a barbecue grill, while de Gonzales claimed it was part of ongoing harassment. Joss's career included voice work in various television shows and video games, with notable roles in Red Dead Redemption, Days Gone, Wasteland 3, and Cyberpunk 2077. He was set to reprise his role in a revival of King of the Hill scheduled to premiere on Hulu in August.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

Aiken area teens invited to screening of ‘A Minecraft Movie’

Area middle and high school students are invited to Teen Movie Night featuring "A Minecraft Movie," a PG-rated film. The event will be held at the H. Odell Weeks Activities Center on Saturday, June 7, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the movie starting around 6 p.m. Complimentary pizza and popcorn will be provided. Entry requires a valid middle or high school ID, and early arrival is recommended due to limited seating. Sponsors include Direct Auto Insurance, Chandler Law Firm, and Security Federal Bank. The center is located at 1700 Whiskey Road, and inquiries can be made by calling 803-642-7600 and pressing 3.