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AppWizard

September 13, 2026

Blizzard just dropped a new Warcraft 3 campaign, the first in 23 years

Blizzard Entertainment has announced the release of a new campaign for Warcraft 3 titled Forsaken Kingdom, marking the first addition since the Frozen Throne expansion in 2003. The campaign is a two-part series for Warcraft 3: Reforged and includes a prologue focusing on the backstory of Arthas. Forsaken Kingdom became available immediately after its announcement at BlizzCon.

AppWizard

September 11, 2026

Bloodborne Remaster Released, But Not on PlayStation – Modder Improves Unofficial PC Version of FromSoftware Game

FromSoftware's Bloodborne has been enhanced by fans using the shadPS4 emulator, despite no official remake or PC version. A recent update for the unofficial "PC remaster" by modder fromsoftserve includes improvements such as dynamic shadows, improved shadow settings, parallax occlusion mapping, and new light sources. The update also features new materials for areas like Hunter's Dream and central Yharnam, with new shininess maps for better specular reflection. The "BB PC Remaster" modification is available for free on Nexus Mods, accompanied by a trailer for update 1.01.

AppWizard

September 8, 2026

Persona 1 and 2 remakes are something Atlus will ‘probably eventually do’, which is great, but the PS2-era Shin Megami Tensei games are sitting right there

Kazuhisa Wada, the producer of the Persona series, hinted at the possibility of remakes for Persona 1 and 2, emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation in gaming. Atlus recently remade Shin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne, but fans are curious about the future of Digital Devil Saga and its sequel. Shin Megami Tensei 4 remains exclusive to the Nintendo 3DS, while Shin Megami Tensei 3 and 5 are available on PC. Fans are urging Atlus to prioritize remakes of Shin Megami Tensei 4, Digital Devil Saga 1 and 2, and Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon.

BetaBeacon

September 5, 2026

Saints Row The Third Remastered Arrives on iOS and Android

Feral Interactive has announced that Saints Row The Third Remastered will be released on iOS and Android devices. The mobile version will include all graphical upgrades from the console remaster, custom touch controls, and support for gamepads and desktop peripherals. The game will also feature expansion content with 14 bonus story missions and over 30 unlockable items. Pre-orders are available on the iOS App Store and pre-registration is open on Google Play. The game is priced at .99 in the United States, £12.99 in the United Kingdom, and €15.99 across Europe.

AppWizard

September 1, 2026

One of Elden Ring’s top sleuths has already unmasked its new DLC characters

Zullie the Witch has released a video showcasing two new NPC invaders in the Tarnished Edition DLC of Elden Ring: Knight Leontiel and Noble Broken Mask. Knight Leontiel is a homage to Lucatiel of Mirrah from Dark Souls 2, featuring a high-definition remaster of her attire and a burn mark over her left eye. Zullie provides character creation slider information for both NPCs, enabling players to recreate them accurately. The Tarnished Edition is generating excitement in the gaming community, with an increase in player activity expected on the servers.

AppWizard

August 30, 2026

Best PC, PlayStation, Xbox Games Named by Gamescom – List of Winners in Different Categories Revealed

Capcom's upcoming title, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, won multiple awards, including Best PlayStation Game and Best Gameplay. CD Projekt RED received accolades for their booth design, merchandise, and the trailer for the remaster of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, along with its story expansion "Ballad of the Past." The Best PC Game award went to Total War: Warhammer 40,000. Other awards included Best Xbox Game for Forza Horizon 6, Best Audio for Alien: Isolation 2, Most Engaging Game for Wanderburg, Most Epic Game for Tides of Annihilation, Most Heartfelt Game for Finding Polka, Best Nintendo Switch 2 Game for Rayman Legends Retold, and Best Mobile Game for Where Winds Meet. The Best Trailer (Audience Choice) was awarded to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered & Songs of the Past DLC.

Winsage

August 27, 2026

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remaster System Requirements – CDPR Drops Windows 7 and Windows 10 Support

CD Projekt RED has announced the story expansion "Songs of the Past" for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and plans for a remaster of the original game. The remaster will be available for purchase on Battle.net due to a partnership with Blizzard. The system requirements for the remaster specify that it will only support Windows 11, with minimum requirements including an Intel Core i5-8400 CPU, GTX 1660 GPU, and 12 GB RAM, while recommended requirements include an Intel Core i7 8700K CPU, RTX 2060 Super GPU, and 16 GB RAM. The remaster is set to release on September 29, 2026, and the expansion is expected in 2027. Modder HalkHogan is collaborating with CD Projekt RED on the remaster.

AppWizard

August 27, 2026

I’ve played Heroes of Might and Magic 3: Remake, and I still can’t believe we’re getting 2 HoMMs in the same year

The franchise Heroes of Might and Magic is experiencing a revival after more than ten years, with the early access release of Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era earlier this year and a full launch anticipated in 2027. The HoMM 3 Remake is the third iteration of the iconic game, featuring a fresh art style and several enhancements while retaining the essence of the original. The remake allows up to four players to embark on quests and introduces quality-of-life improvements, such as visibility of enemy troop movement ranges. The gameplay involves commanding heroes and armies, battling monsters, conquering towns, and gathering resources. The new art style features more detailed units and dynamic combat animations, although there are concerns about the loss of the original's distinctive character. Both the HoMM 3 Remake and Olden Era are set to launch around the same time, providing fans with multiple options for tactical gameplay.

AppWizard

August 25, 2026

Iconic Retro Horror Game ‘Sanitarium Enhanced’ Coming to PC and Consoles

Ziggurat Interactive has announced two upcoming titles: Sanitarium Enhanced and Cosmi: Forbidden Forest & Beyond. Sanitarium Enhanced, a psychological horror game, will be available on PC (Steam, GOG), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Nintendo Switch. It is a modernized version of the 1998 cult classic, featuring full controller support, widescreen presentation, and additional bonus content. Cosmi: Forbidden Forest & Beyond will be released for PC (Steam, GOG), Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Both announcements were made during the Pixel Arcadia showcase. A specific release date for Sanitarium Enhanced has not yet been provided.

AppWizard

August 24, 2026

Nightdive’s Thief remaster unearths a ‘very very out of date version control repository’ with ‘the wildest things to say about the code’

Nightdive Studios is remastering the stealth game Thief: The Dark Project, enhancing its accessibility for both new players and seasoned fans. The remaster aims to preserve the essence of the original game while eliminating the need for fixpacks or control remapping. It is available on platforms such as Steam, GOG, and Epic.