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The UK box office had its best year since COVID in 2025
AppWizard
January 7, 2026

The UK box office had its best year since COVID in 2025

The U.K. box office generated £1.07 billion in 2025, marking its most successful year since the COVID-19 pandemic, though still 21 percent below pre-COVID levels. The top ten films of the year were all sequels, remakes, or adaptations, with "A Minecraft Movie" leading at £56.8 million. Other top films included "Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy" (£46.3 million), "Wicked: For Good" (£45.8 million), "Lilo & Stitch" (£37.3 million), and "Jurassic World Rebirth" (£36.1 million). Notably, no superhero films made the top half of the chart for the first time since 2020. Gen Z audiences showed a 25 percent increase in cinema attendance in 2025.
"We want you to feel like it's the game you remember playing, not necessarily the game that you did play": System Shock and Dead Space devs on the art of the remake
AppWizard
December 30, 2025

“We want you to feel like it’s the game you remember playing, not necessarily the game that you did play”: System Shock and Dead Space devs on the art of the remake

William Pugh, the director of The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe, noted that some publications, including Edge, rated the 2022 remake lower than the original 2013 version despite significant enhancements. The development of Ultra Deluxe took four years, initially starting as a simple port to the PS4, but faced challenges due to the original game's foundation on Valve's Source Engine, which required an engine transplant. The project expanded from a six-month timeline as new content ideas emerged, particularly platform-specific endings for consoles.
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar taught me that farming simulators don't have to follow the same routine to be just as fun as Stardew Valley this year
AppWizard
December 26, 2025

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar taught me that farming simulators don’t have to follow the same routine to be just as fun as Stardew Valley this year

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar is a farming simulator that stands out for its engaging gameplay and immersive storytelling. It features well-developed characters and rich dialogue, allowing players to connect with the residents of Zephyr Town. The game includes seasonal events that enhance relationships and provide competitive opportunities, such as pet shows and Honey Day festivals. The farming mechanics are varied and enjoyable, with activities like tending to animals, fishing, foraging, and catching bugs. A weekly bazaar serves as a central focus, guiding players through their farming endeavors and providing a sense of purpose. Overall, Grand Bazaar revitalizes the farming simulator genre and offers a fulfilling gameplay experience.
Painkiller's creator "disagreed with every single thing" the reboot does, says it "wasted" the IP
AppWizard
December 17, 2025

Painkiller’s creator “disagreed with every single thing” the reboot does, says it “wasted” the IP

Adrian Chmielarz, co-founder of The Astronauts, has contributed to the development of notable video games, including the Gears of War series, Bulletstorm, and Painkiller. He expressed concerns about the upcoming 2025 reboot of Painkiller by Anshar Studio, stating it lacks the essence of the original game. Chmielarz criticized the design choices of the reboot, noting that it feels disconnected from the foundational elements of Painkiller. He emphasized the importance of atmosphere in gaming, arguing that previous iterations had failed to capture the original's spirit by focusing too much on mechanics rather than immersion. He believes that rebranding the game could have resulted in a more positive reception, as many fans are disappointed with the current direction. The 2025 version has received a 'Mixed' rating of 55% on Steam, with negative reviews highlighting its disconnect from the original. Chmielarz is currently working on Witchfire, an early-access first-person RPG.
Best PC Games Released in 2025. GAMIVO Experts Select Titles No Gamer Should Miss
AppWizard
December 1, 2025

Best PC Games Released in 2025. GAMIVO Experts Select Titles No Gamer Should Miss

In 2025, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 became a standout title, selling over 3 million copies in its first month and receiving rave reviews for its blend of turn-based mechanics and quick-time events. Other notable RPG releases included Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Monster Hunter: Wilds, and Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. Action games such as Split Fiction and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds were also well-received. The year featured family-friendly games and intense titles like Doom: The Dark Ages and horror games such as Silent Hill f and Dying Light: The Beast. Indie games like Hades II and Hollow Knight: Silksong gained recognition, alongside lesser-known titles like Despelote and Blue Prince. Remakes included The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, while The Last of Us Part II made its PC debut without technical issues. Stellar Blade and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth also launched on PC, receiving positive acclaim.
Unreal Engine 5.7 Venice Next-Gen Tech Demo Released
AppWizard
November 30, 2025

Unreal Engine 5.7 Venice Next-Gen Tech Demo Released

Scans Factory has released a tech demo using Unreal Engine 5.7, featuring the city of Venice, which is available for download. The demo includes over 500 assets, allowing players to explore various aspects of Venetian life. Performance testing on a high-end gaming rig showed 40FPS at Native 4K resolution with Cinematic Settings, and over 65FPS at Ultra settings. A walkthrough video and performance comparison between UE5.4 and UE5.7 are also provided. Additionally, various free fan-made projects in Unreal Engine 5 include remakes of popular games and other tech demos.
Before Requiem, grab the brilliant Resident Evil 4 remake at its cheapest price ever
AppWizard
November 10, 2025

Before Requiem, grab the brilliant Resident Evil 4 remake at its cheapest price ever

The Resident Evil 4 remake revitalizes the classic survival horror game, enhancing its atmosphere and gameplay while retaining the original's core elements. Players control Leon, tasked with rescuing the U.S. president's daughter, Ashley, from a cult in rural Spain. The game features a balance of horror and action, with intense quick-time events and refined over-the-shoulder gameplay. Ed Smith's review rates the remake 8/10, highlighting improvements in visuals and mechanics. The game is currently available for .79 / £14.69 at Fanatical, the lowest price to date, with the deal ending on November 16, 2025, at 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET, or 12 AM GMT on November 17, 2025.
Remedy is 'not satisfied' with its Q3 results after FBC: Firebreak's flop, and has 'moved development resources' to other games in production
AppWizard
November 2, 2025

Remedy is ‘not satisfied’ with its Q3 results after FBC: Firebreak’s flop, and has ‘moved development resources’ to other games in production

Remedy Entertainment's cooperative shooter, FBC: Firebreak, launched in June, failed to meet expectations due to missing essential features and a compromised vision. The first major update, Breakpoint, did not attract the anticipated player influx, with current player counts around 25 on SteamDB. Following Firebreak's poor performance, Remedy issued a profit warning for 2025, and CEO Tero Virtala resigned. The Q3 2025 financial results showed a 32% revenue decline compared to Q3 2024 and an operating loss of €16.4 million, primarily due to a non-cash impairment of €14.9 million linked to Firebreak's sales. Interim CEO Markus Mäki expressed optimism about future projects and noted that self-publishing Firebreak has helped establish supportive structures for future titles. Development resources have shifted away from Firebreak, but the company plans to continue investing in it based on long-term sales expectations. Despite the setbacks, Remedy reported an increase in game sales and royalties from €0.8 million to €6 million compared to the same period in 2024, largely due to subscription service agreements and royalties from successful titles like Alan Wake 2 and Control. The studio's cash levels increased by €8.9 million over the previous quarter, and it is focusing on upcoming projects such as Control 2 and the Max Payne remakes.
Deus Ex's art director says ugly new remaster "did not need to happen"
AppWizard
November 1, 2025

Deus Ex’s art director says ugly new remaster “did not need to happen”

Deus Ex Remastered is set to launch on February 5, 2026, but has received mixed reactions from fans and industry insiders. The remaster, developed by Aspyr, includes enhancements such as reimagined lighting, dynamic shadows, water physics, particle effects, updated textures, new character models, smoother lip-sync animations, and ragdoll physics. However, many fans feel the changes do not capture the essence of the original game. Jerry O'Flaherty, the original art director, expressed disappointment with the remaster's trailer. The remaster is available for pre-order on Steam for .99 / £22.49, while the Game of the Year Edition of the original can be purchased for .99 / £5.99.
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