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AppWizard

January 30, 2026

Gearbox finally wakes up with the first big Borderlands 4 update of the year and a roadmap, yet I’m still worried for its future

Gearbox announced a significant update for Borderlands 4 set for 2026, which includes enhanced loot drops in Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode, a rework of Harlowe's Zero-Point action skill, and the addition of a photo mode. The update integrates the Inertia augment into Harlowe's skill, boosts slam damage and status effects, and generates mini projectiles with successful attacks. Boss-related loot drops will increase with UVHM tiers, and a new setting to disable mouse smoothing has been added. A free update will introduce ultra-rare Pearlescent gear, and the first major story DLC, "Mad Ellie and the Vault of the Damned," is anticipated. Future content will include a second raid boss, a takedown, and three additional Bounty Packs. Gearbox aims to improve performance and stability while addressing character viability. Concerns remain about the game's future and the effectiveness of limited-time events.

AppWizard

January 30, 2026

Phasmophobia’s roadmap includes evidence of a 1.0 launch in 2026: the player character overhaul, a new event, and Horror 2.0

Phasmophobia is set to celebrate its sixth anniversary with a 1.0 launch later this year. Kinetic Games is working on a roadmap that includes a horror rework and lore update scheduled for September. The player character overhaul has been rescheduled to Q1 2026, and players can expect unique character models and free cosmetics. Tanglewood Drive will receive a major makeover in Q1 2026, followed by enhancements to 13 Willow Street and a new map later this year. Kinetic is expanding the event calendar with returning seasonal events and a new secret event.

AppWizard

December 20, 2025

History’s most famous wizard is joining the dark fantasy roguelike I can’t put down, so I guess I’m not stopping yet

Merlin will be introduced as the first paid character in the upcoming Ravenswatch DLC, scheduled for release in January 2026, priced at .99. A free update will accompany this DLC, focusing on balancing magical objects and introducing five new magical items. Merlin can choose from nine spells across nature, arcane, and sacred light categories, making him the most adaptable character in the game. The base game is currently available at a 50% discount during the Steam Winter Sale.

AppWizard

December 13, 2025

I’m never getting any work done ever again, thanks to this website that lets me play thousands of user-made Doom levels in my browser

DoomScroll is a new website that allows users to browse and play thousands of user-created Doom WADs directly in their web browsers. The platform offers smooth gameplay with standard keyboard and mouse controls, but some maps may not function correctly due to emulator limitations. There are concerns about the redistribution of projects, as not all creators permit their work to be shared outside its original platform, and DoomScroll currently lacks a verification mechanism for the origins of these creations. Major Arlene, a prominent Doom modder, expressed enthusiasm for DoomScroll despite these issues. Additionally, the Doom franchise recently saw the release of Doom: The Dark Ages and faced shifts in its modding community with the departure of contributors from GZDoom. John Romero, co-creator of Doom, is working on a new indie first-person shooter project after the cancellation of his studio's main endeavor by Microsoft.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

League of Legends is giving every role a transformative rework as part of the best slate of changes I’ve seen in years

League of Legends will introduce a battle pass system and dynamic seasonal Rifts in 2026, with a focus on enhancing balance, game duration, and introducing new formidable monsters. The season will feature a Demacia theme, with champions receiving new skins and Morgana getting a cosmetic upgrade. Role rebalancing will include Role Quests for top laners and ADCs, with improvements such as a longer-cooldown Teleport spell for top laners and increased gold acquisition for ADCs. Mid lane players will receive new tier three boots, while junglers will have enhanced movement speed and rewards. Supports will gain a dedicated control ward spot and improved gold generation. Atakhan, the Bringer of Ruin, will be retired, replaced by the new mechanic Crystalline Overgrowth. Game time will accelerate with minions spawning sooner, and Ranked play will see reinstated Solo/Duo queues and adjusted MMR calculations. Eleven new items will be introduced, including Hextech Gunblade and Stormrazor. The season launches on January 7, with changes appearing on the PBE on December 3.

Winsage

December 1, 2025

Microsoft says AI agents are “risky”, but it’s moving ahead with the plan on Windows 11

Microsoft is integrating AI agents into Windows 11, despite acknowledging risks such as hallucinations, unpredictable behavior, and vulnerabilities to cyber threats like Cross Prompt Injection (XPIA). The company plans to transform every Windows 11 PC into an AI-powered machine by introducing features like Copilot Voice, Copilot Vision, and Copilot Actions. The Windows 11 taskbar will feature a new "Ask Copilot" interface for users to interact with AI agents. These agents will operate under separate accounts with limited permissions, controlled folder access, and tamper-evident logs, but still have access to personal folders like Documents and Downloads. The Agent Workspace is a key feature that allows AI agents to perform tasks in a controlled environment, separate from the user's session. Agents can interact with applications and execute multi-step tasks while being monitored. Microsoft employs the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to regulate agent interactions with applications, ensuring security and proper permissions. Despite concerns over privacy and security, Microsoft believes that integrating AI is essential for keeping Windows competitive. The company has faced backlash over previous features like Recall, which raised privacy issues, and must work to rebuild trust with users. The experimental AI features are currently optional, and Microsoft aims to demonstrate their value to encourage acceptance.

AppWizard

November 23, 2025

A huge anime action game is stripping out its gacha loot boxes to be reborn as a full-fledged MMORPG, and I can’t wait

Tower of Fantasy, a free-to-play shared-world anime game, is set to undergo a significant rework with the release of version 5.5 on November 25. This update aims to align the game more closely with its original MMORPG vision, moving away from traditional gacha mechanics. Key features include a 'Crew Base' for player interaction, 'GvE Crew events', team-triggered Combo Attack animations, and six new life classes. The gacha system will be removed, allowing players to obtain and upgrade weapons and characters through regular gameplay. Additionally, stat rolls on gear have been refined, and stamina requirements have been lifted to enhance character progression and encourage teamwork.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

New Hearts of Iron 4 DLC expands three major WW2 players, but it’s the factions rework I’m most excited about

Hearts of Iron 4 has released its latest DLC, No Compromise, No Surrender, which enhances gameplay and introduces new content focused on conflicts in Asia. The faction system has been overhauled with over 60 rules and 150 goals, improving player strategy. Military doctrines have been revamped, introducing a 'grand doctrine' for cohesive strategies across land, sea, and air, along with enhancements to naval combat. The DLC emphasizes gameplay for Japan, China, and the Philippines, each presenting unique challenges and strategic choices. No Compromise, No Surrender is available on Steam for .99 or as part of Expansion Pass 2 for .99.

AppWizard

November 20, 2025

After missing the last few updates, Path of Exile 2’s new druid class is finally ready to play in its next update

Path of Exile 2 will introduce a new class, druids, in the upcoming update titled The Last of the Druids, scheduled for release on December 12. The druid class will feature new skills and the ability to shapeshift into various animals, including bears. The update will be free to play during its opening weekend, and the game will include a fully developed fourth act with engaging environments and boss encounters. Additional details about the update, including an endgame rework, will be revealed on December 4.

AppWizard

November 19, 2025

Rust’s ‘Pivot or Die’ update was meant to shake up the meta, but it’s a nightmare for solo survivors that leaves me no choice but to die

Facepunch has released an update for Rust, urging players to adapt to significant changes in the game's progression system, particularly affecting solo players and smaller groups. The update introduced a "soft progression gate" to encourage early confrontations and reduce clan dominance. Changes include the addition of Basic and Advanced Blueprint Fragments to workbench recipes, making resource accumulation more challenging and incentivizing combat. New loot refresh times at monuments have led to players camping these locations, causing further scarcity of resources. The November update adjusted puzzle timers to prevent pausing due to player proximity and introduced lethal radiation before loot resets. This has made it harder for solo players and small groups to compete, as they remain limited to lower-tier workbenches while larger clans advance more rapidly. The gameplay has shifted towards a more combat-focused experience, resembling a battle royale format, which some players find less appealing. Unofficial servers may provide a more balanced experience.