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AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Two Borderlands Games Now Available for Free for Some

Two titles from the Borderlands franchise are available for free for PC gamers with an Epic Games Store account and an Amazon Prime subscription. The titles are: 1. Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure - Available until June 3 2. Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands - Available until May 6 An Amazon Prime subscription is required to download the games, but it is not needed to maintain access once claimed. Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands was released in 2022 and has a Metacritic score of 77, offering 15 to 55 hours of gameplay. Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure was originally launched in 2012, has a Metacritic score of 87, and offers 6 to 40 hours of gameplay.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

The next Xbox is codenamed Project Helix, will run PC games

Asha Sharma, the newly appointed head of Xbox, announced that the upcoming console is codenamed Project Helix, which will prioritize performance for seamless gameplay across Xbox and PC platforms. The design may resemble a ROG Xbox Ally rather than a traditional gaming console. Sharma will engage with partners and studios at the upcoming Game Developers Conference (GDC). Details about the release date and pricing are not yet available, and industry-wide shortages of RAM and SSDs may complicate the timeline for the console.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Minecraft has finally revealed the name of its baby mob update, and I honestly didn’t think it could get any cuter but here we are

Minecraft's upcoming 2026 update, previously known as the "baby mob update," has been officially named the Tiny Takeover drop. The update will introduce the ability to craft name tags, unique spawn eggs for baby mobs, and a new note block called the trumpet. A specific release date has not been announced, but it may arrive in the spring.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Disguise Renews Global Rights to Minecraft Costumes

Disguise, Inc. has renewed its global licensing agreement for costumes and accessories related to the Minecraft franchise, strengthening its partnership with the brand. The renewal follows the successful launch of A Minecraft Movie in April 2025, which has increased fan engagement and demand for character costumes. Disguise plans to continue innovating in the design and distribution of Minecraft products globally. Additionally, a sequel to A Minecraft Movie is confirmed for release in 2027, indicating sustained demand for the franchise.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

Minecraft fans get more costumes as Disguise extends deal, second film 2027

Disguise, Inc., a division of JAKKS Pacific, Inc., has renewed its global licensing agreement for Minecraft costumes and accessories for multiple years. This renewal follows a strong growth year for Minecraft in 2025, driven by the release of A Minecraft Movie. The partnership allows Disguise to continue distributing Minecraft-themed products globally. A second Minecraft film is scheduled for release in 2027, which is expected to sustain demand for related merchandise. JAKKS shares recently closed at .82, with a modest gain of 0.68%. The company is also navigating its capital strategy under an S-3 shelf registration for up to 0 million in securities.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2026

Excerion Sun LLC Launches Hi Stakes Market Game on iOS and Android

- Hi Stakes Market Game operates on a persistent online market with modeled market dynamics. - The platform supports a variety of simulated instruments and order types. - Price movements are driven by stochastic modeling and supply-and-demand mechanics. - AI-driven market events and sentiment shifts influence asset behavior. - Players can complete objectives for reputation and rewards. - In-game credits can be used for giveaways for physical prizes. - Multiplayer interaction allows players to observe, discuss, and contest strategies. - The game is available for free download on mobile platforms and major app stores.

AppWizard

March 5, 2026

PlayStation is reportedly moving away from PC ports

Sony's gaming division is refocusing on console exclusivity and moving away from porting PlayStation 5 titles to PC, including the cancellation of a PC version of Ghost of Yōtei. This shift contrasts with previous plans to have half of its games available on PC and mobile by 2025. Despite successful PC releases of titles like The Last of Us, Horizon, and God of War, the sales performance of these ports has not met expectations. Sony's change in strategy suggests a desire to attract consumers to its console ecosystem through exclusives, similar to Nintendo's approach.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2026

Google changes Play Store policies after settling Epic Games dispute

- Developers on Google Play can now use their own billing systems alongside Google Play's payment system - The service fee for in-app purchases tied to new installs will be 20%, but developers in certain programs will pay 15% - Developers using Google Play's billing system will pay a separate 5% billing fee in certain regions - Google is launching a Registered App Stores program to simplify the installation of third-party Android stores

Winsage

March 5, 2026

Windows 12 could arrive this year with rumored heavy AI focus — and the hate is strong already

Windows 12 is speculated to launch as early as late 2026, coinciding with the expiration of extended support for Windows 10. Rumors suggest it may feature a modular structure, allowing user customization, and will integrate artificial intelligence as a core component. Community reactions have been largely critical, particularly regarding the potential for a subscription model for AI features. There are doubts about whether Microsoft can effectively launch a new version while addressing issues in Windows 11. Additionally, the next iteration may not be called Windows 12, with possibilities of names like Windows AI or Windows Copilot to reflect its AI focus.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2026

Xemu’s emulator for original Xbox games is coming to Android

A paid Xbox emulator called X1 Box is now available on the Google Play Store for Android users, but a free alternative is in the works by the creators of the existing free emulator Xemu.