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AppWizard
October 11, 2026

Squadron 42 has a Steam page

Game director Chris Roberts announced that Squadron 42, the single-player component of Star Citizen, will be released in Q2 2027 to avoid clashing with Grand Theft Auto 6. A dedicated Steam page for Squadron 42 has been created, listing the game’s system requirements and indicating an install size of 150GB. The game does not reference modern features like ray tracing or DirectX 12. High-profile actors Gillian Anderson and Henry Cavill will appear in cutscenes.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is an okay approximation of 'Diablo for kids' that's sorely in need of more depth
AppWizard
October 10, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons 2 is an okay approximation of ‘Diablo for kids’ that’s sorely in need of more depth

Minecraft Dungeons 2 is an action role-playing game available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, with a release date of September 29, 2026. The game features a twelve-hour campaign where players experience consistent challenges due to level scaling, which diminishes the sense of progression. Combat is repetitive, lacking strategic depth, and exploration is limited despite claims of a more expansive world. The visual aesthetic is vibrant, but the narrative is weak and lacks engaging characters. The game includes accessibility options such as a guidance trail, customizable subtitles, and color-blind modes. The review was based on over thirteen hours of gameplay on a high-performance PC.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Review
AppWizard
October 10, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons 2 Review

Minecraft Dungeons 2 is developed by Mojang and Double Eleven, published by Xbox Game Studios and Mojang. It is available on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PS5, with a release date of September 29, 2026, priced at £24.99. The game serves as an accessible introduction to the action RPG genre, targeting younger audiences, particularly Minecraft fans. It features a semi-open-world structure, allowing exploration of various areas, but the main quest line and side quests can be completed in approximately seven to ten hours. Combat mechanics are straightforward, with rapid loot acquisition and a system that can frustrate players due to hidden stats. The narrative involves ill-intentioned Illagers and lacks variety in quests. The game includes a co-op mode for up to four players and cross-platform online play, but players cannot transfer offline characters online. The Deluxe Edition includes additional content such as a Soul Cape, hero skins, and access to DLC packs.
Thank goodness one of my top wishlishted CRPGs is dodging World of Warcraft: Forever and Grand Theft Auto 6's warpath with a new release date
AppWizard
October 10, 2026

Thank goodness one of my top wishlishted CRPGs is dodging World of Warcraft: Forever and Grand Theft Auto 6’s warpath with a new release date

Owlcat Games has delayed the release of its CRPG, Shadow of the Road, from November 12, 2026, to March 10, 2027, across PC platforms including Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG. This delay allows the development team to refine the combat system and enhance character progression. The decision also positions the game to avoid competition with major titles like World of Warcraft: Forever and Grand Theft Auto 6. There is potential for the game to be released on Xbox platforms in the future.
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Winsage
October 9, 2026

“Really not bad at all” — Surface Laptop Ultra prices have landed, and the Windows community has something to say

Microsoft announced the Surface Laptop Ultra on October 7, revealing that it will ship on October 16 and is available for preorder starting at ,599. It is the most affordable RTX Spark laptop on the market, with analysts initially expecting a starting price of ,999. The device offers two configurations: one with an 18-core CPU and a 5120-core GPU, and a more powerful version with a 20-core CPU and a 6144-core GPU, with a price difference of approximately ,100 between them. The Surface Laptop Ultra features a breakaway USB-C port that allows the cable to detach without pulling the laptop off a desk, compatible with any USB-C cable and supporting both power and data transfer.
Vampire Crawlers brings chaotic deckbuilding to Android, iOS on Oct. 12
BetaBeacon
October 8, 2026

Vampire Crawlers brings chaotic deckbuilding to Android, iOS on Oct. 12

Poncle is set to launch its turn-based spin-off game Vampire Crawlers on Android and iOS on Oct. 12, bringing the same action and deckbuilding mechanics as its predecessor. The mobile version will be available globally for .99, with preorders open on the App Store. Vampire Crawlers is playable on various platforms and will coincide with the launch of the Death Parade patch, introducing new content and gameplay enhancements.
Xbox did not get exclusive streaming rights for GTA VI. PC will also be without a cloud version
AppWizard
October 7, 2026

Xbox did not get exclusive streaming rights for GTA VI. PC will also be without a cloud version

Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball clarified that Xbox has not secured exclusive streaming rights for GTA VI, which is set to launch on November 19, 2026. The game will not be available for cloud streaming on PC. Despite earlier reports suggesting otherwise, Ball confirmed that GTA VI will launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, with the PC version still unconfirmed. Industry insider Jez Corden indicated that the game may not be accessible via any streaming services at launch.
New Steam Game Is Like Cuphead Meets Minecraft
AppWizard
October 4, 2026

New Steam Game Is Like Cuphead Meets Minecraft

Kalit is an upcoming indie game developed by Travi Team Games, a small Italian studio consisting of two developers. It features hand-drawn animation reminiscent of 1930s cartoons and combines this aesthetic with a Minecraft-inspired survival sandbox. Players can mine resources, craft items, cultivate farms, and explore a 3D open world. The game was first unveiled in June 2025, following the studio's previous releases, including the 2023 physics-based fighting game Scroter and the 2024 found footage horror title Unknown Tapes. The studio plans to release another title in 2027, but specific details about that release are not yet available.
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