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AppWizard
February 8, 2025

Horizon Zero Dawn fans surprised with new free download, available now

Fans of the Horizon Zero Dawn series can now play a free adventure with the new installment, LEGO Horizon Adventures, developed by Guerrilla Games. The original game, released in 2017, remains popular on PlayStation 4. In 2024, a remastered edition for PlayStation 5 and PC was released, available for £10 to existing PS4 or PC owners. LEGO Horizon Adventures is priced at £59.99 for the standard edition and £69.99 for the Deluxe Edition, with a playtime of six to 15 hours. PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can access a one-hour trial of the game, with progress carrying over if they purchase the full version. The game is available on PC, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Iron Galaxy lays off 66 staff
AppWizard
February 7, 2025

Iron Galaxy lays off 66 staff

Iron Galaxy has announced a reduction of its workforce by 66 employees, describing the decision as a "last resort" after a year of efforts to maintain staff levels amid challenging market conditions. The studio acknowledged the difficulties faced by the gaming industry, noting the loss of jobs and the closure of companies. Rumbleverse, their multiplayer brawler, launched in August 2022 and shut down in February 2023, just six months later. Iron Galaxy has worked on notable projects like remasters for Sony's The Last of Us on PC and Metroid Prime Remastered for the Nintendo Switch. The leadership emphasized that the layoffs were necessary for long-term survival and expressed a commitment to support affected employees in their career transitions.
The Sims and The Sims 2 are finally back on PC with all DLC included, but even at $40 these aren't full remasters
AppWizard
February 3, 2025

The Sims and The Sims 2 are finally back on PC with all DLC included, but even at $40 these aren’t full remasters

EA has confirmed the re-release of The Sims and The Sims 2 on PC to celebrate the series' 25th anniversary. A special The Sims 25th Birthday Bundle is available, which includes both games and all their downloadable content (DLC) for a total price. Individual purchases of each title can also be made. The re-releases are available on the EA App, Epic Games Store, and Steam, but not on consoles. The Sims 2 Legacy Collection includes all DLC from the original game and a bonus from The Sims 4: the Grunge Revival Kit. These re-releases are not remasters or remakes and maintain the original's 32-bit charm. This bundle is the only legal way to experience these classic games for those without physical copies.
The 15 best PC games of 2024: From Indy to Kratos, samurai to outlaws, and everything in between
AppWizard
December 23, 2024

The 15 best PC games of 2024: From Indy to Kratos, samurai to outlaws, and everything in between

In 2024, the PC gaming landscape thrived due to the resolution of component shortages, the popularity of cloud gaming, and the rise of PC gaming handhelds. A diverse range of games was released, including indie titles and AAA adventures, along with remakes and remasters of classics. The top PC games of 2024 included: 1. Thank Goodness You're Here! 2. Helldivers 2 3. Indiana Jones and The Great Circle 4. Red Dead Redemption 5. Star Wars: Outlaws 6. Balatro 7. Animal Well 8. Fallout: London 9. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 10. Dragon Age: The Veilguard 11. Silent Hill 2 12. God of War: Ragnarok 13. Black Myth: Wukong 14. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 15. Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cut The gaming rig used featured an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super graphics card, Intel Core i5-13600K CPU, 32 GB DDR5 RAM, and an Asus ROG STRIX Z690-F GAMING WIFI motherboard.
GOG Makes Big Promise On Game Preservation As Blizzard Pulls Warcraft I And II From Its Store
AppWizard
December 2, 2024

GOG Makes Big Promise On Game Preservation As Blizzard Pulls Warcraft I And II From Its Store

Blizzard Entertainment has announced the delisting of Warcraft I and II from GOG, effective December 13th, following the release of remastered versions of the games. GOG, a subsidiary of CD Projekt Red, has launched a preservation program to ensure classic PC games remain accessible and functional on modern hardware, pledging to maintain compatibility for titles that join the program, even if they are delisted. The delisting was requested by Blizzard, now part of Microsoft, which has stopped sales of the original games after launching remastered versions. GOG is offering a discount for purchases of the classic versions before removal and assures that existing owners will continue to receive updates and support.
GOG are doubling down on game preservation, and making it easier to see which games run well on modern PCs
AppWizard
November 13, 2024

GOG are doubling down on game preservation, and making it easier to see which games run well on modern PCs

GOG has evolved from focusing on classic games to including modern blockbusters and has announced a commitment to enhancing vintage titles for contemporary hardware through the GOG Preservation Program. This program aims to restore older games, focusing on eliminating bugs and integrating modern features, and will award a "Good Old Game" badge to titles that pass the restoration process. Games with this badge will include all downloadable content, expansions, manuals, and offline installers, and will be DRM-free. GOG is relaunching over 100 games with this status, including notable titles like the Resident Evil series, Diablo, System Shock 2, and Fallout. The program aims to eventually include all games, but restoration requires permission from original developers or publishers.
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AppWizard
November 13, 2024

GOG are doubling down on game preservation, and making it easier to see which games run well on modern PCs

GOG is launching the GOG Preservation Program, aimed at enhancing the compatibility of classic games with modern hardware. This initiative includes bug fixes and the integration of modern features, resulting in a "Good Old Game" badge for titles that pass the restoration process. Games with this badge will be the most complete versions available, including all downloadable content, expansions, and supplementary materials, and will be free of DRM. Over 100 games, including iconic titles like Resident Evil 1, 2, and 3, Diablo, System Shock 2, and Fallout: New Vegas, are being reintroduced under this program. GOG aims for all games, classic or recent, to eventually be part of the Preservation Program, although confirming eligibility requires securing permission from original developers and publishers.
Red Dead Redemption's PC port is — surprisingly — the perfect Halloween game
AppWizard
October 31, 2024

Red Dead Redemption’s PC port is — surprisingly — the perfect Halloween game

The original Red Dead Redemption, first launched in 2010, is now available on PC, coinciding with the Halloween season. The game includes the Undead Nightmare expansion, offering a zombie-themed adventure. This marks the first significant release for PC and modern consoles, aside from a minimal Nintendo Switch version. Players assume the role of John Marston, tracking down former gang members to protect his family. The game features cinematic storytelling, heart-pounding missions, and a refined slow-motion shooting mechanic. The PC port allows for enhancements such as ultra-high resolutions up to 4K, refresh rates up to 144Hz, and support for ultrawide monitors. The Undead Nightmare expansion includes unique weaponry and the ability to tame the four horses of the apocalypse. The pricing for the port is set at £39.99 / .99.
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