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July 12, 2025

Minecraft’s mob vote loser just made a surprise comeback — and it brought brand new gear to the Bedrock Preview with it

Mojang has reintroduced the Copper Golem, a character that lost the 2021 Mob Vote, as part of the latest Bedrock Preview update. Players can summon the Copper Golem by placing a carved pumpkin on a copper block, which also introduces the Copper Chest. The Copper Golem retrieves items from nearby Copper Chests and deposits them into standard chests. It can carry a maximum of 16 identical items and has a range of 15 blocks. The Copper Golem does not deposit into barrels, shulker boxes, hoppers, or dispensers, and unstackable enchanted gear can only be deposited if the enchantments match. Mojang has also introduced a complete set of copper tools and armor, including items like the Copper Axe, Hoe, Pickaxe, Shovel, Sword, Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots. Copper gear has the same damage values as stone but offers higher durability and better enchantability. Copper tools cannot mine redstone, gold, emeralds, or diamond ore, but they are more durable and faster than stone tools. Copper gear does not undergo oxidation, unlike copper blocks and golems. The preview is available for testing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, and other compatible Bedrock platforms without needing to opt in via the Xbox Insider Hub. Players need a copy of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition to participate. Mojang's content rollout strategy now introduces features through Bedrock Previews before announcing them alongside Java updates, with Java snapshots expected to follow in a few weeks and a full release potentially in the next three to five months.

AppWizard

July 8, 2025

Multiplayer musical adventure game MAJJAM announced for PC

Opus Major, a Paris-based studio founded by former Ubisoft professionals, is developing a massively multiplayer online player-versus-environment musical adventure game called MAJJAM, which is currently in early development and will launch on PC via Steam. Players can register for an upcoming playtest on the official website. MAJJAM emphasizes music as the core of gameplay, allowing players to engage in a cooperative adventure where they use rhythm and melodies to interact with the environment and each other. Players combat a corruptive force known as Kode by utilizing musical energy through a mechanic called "Jamming," which encourages creativity and collaboration among players, regardless of their musical expertise. Each character has a unique Jam ability enhanced by musical powers that can be unlocked and collected. Key features include an inclusive jamming experience, a dynamic world that evolves based on player input, a fog system representing Kode that limits exploration, and customizable characters with distinct musical capabilities.

AppWizard

July 5, 2025

Out of the blue: How a Quake blog turned PC gaming news site has stayed a haven from ‘internet enshittification’ for nearly 30 years

Stephen "Blue" Heaslip established Blue's News in the 1990s, driven by a passion for gaming rather than profit. The site has maintained a consistent output, with Heaslip posting 12,313 articles last year alone, and has only gone 22 days without a post since July 1996, achieving a 99.8% hit rate. Heaslip has authored 94% of the site's content, which has garnered over a billion views. Despite facing personal challenges, such as a car accident in 2021, he continued to deliver content using voice recognition software. Heaslip has turned down offers from major media outlets, prioritizing the relationship with his readers and the intrinsic value of writing.

AppWizard

July 5, 2025

Ratatan, the new rhythm game from the designer of Patapon, delays early access release in response to negative demo feedback

Ratatan, a spiritual successor to the PSP rhythm game Patapon, was showcased at the PC Gaming Show with a new trailer and a demo on Steam, initially set for early access release on July 25. However, the release was delayed by developer TVT Co. due to feedback from the demo, which received over 1,200 user reviews and 2,000 comments. The developers are reassessing their timeline to incorporate community insights before the final product launch.

AppWizard

June 30, 2025

Xbox confirms brand new games releasing this week – and there’s 18 of them

Xbox is set to release 18 new games from June 30 to July 4 across its consoles and platforms. Game Releases: - 30 June - Mystic Pathways: Crystal Quest (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC) - 1 July - Irem Collection Vol. 3 (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) - No Heroes Here 2 (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC) - 2 July - Mecha BREAK (Xbox Series X/S, PC) - Arena Renovation (Xbox Series X/S) - Dead of Darkness (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC) - Mystic Thief - Elemental Conquest (Xbox Series X/S) - Rally Arcade Classics (Xbox Series X/S) - SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off Extra Krusty Edition (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) - 3 July - Music Drive: Chase the Beat (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) - 4 July - Aery: Titans of the Future (Xbox Series X/S) - All the Words She Wrote (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) - Beat of Life (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) - Farm Together 2 (Xbox Series X/S) - Frozen Axe (Xbox Series X/S) - Golf Guys (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC) - Hexa Road (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One) - Novel Rogue (Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC)

AppWizard

June 26, 2025

Google’s Phone App Gets a Makeover in Android 16

Google is redesigning its default Phone app for Android 16, adopting the Material 3 Expressive design language. The updated interface will feature a streamlined layout with three primary tabs: Home, Keypad, and Voicemail, replacing the previous five tabs. The Home tab will now include favorite contacts and recent calls, along with filters for missed calls and spam. The floating action button for the dialer has been removed, and the Keypad will have its own dedicated tab. Calls from the same contact will be displayed individually instead of grouped, and a new swipe gesture for answering or rejecting calls is in beta testing. The update is currently live in beta for some users, indicating cautious testing before the official rollout with Android 16.

BetaBeacon

June 23, 2025

Doodle God: Infinity Alchemy Merge goes free as this week’s Epic Games Store mobile offering

Doodle God: Infinity Alchemy Merge is free from June 19th to 26th.

BetaBeacon

June 22, 2025

Get These Must-Have Free Apps for Android and iOS This Week

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AppWizard

June 22, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Rhythm bundles, fishing festivals, and DRM-free summer sales

The Humble Store has launched its June Tunes collection, which includes three pricing tiers: the first tier features Wanderson, Everhood, and Onde; the second tier includes Rhythm Fighter, One Btn Bosses, and Oddada; and the top tier showcases Trombone Champ, DJMAX RESPECT V, and Ragnarock. Additionally, Humble has introduced the Serenity Forge Storyteller's Bundle, consisting of 12 indie games like LISA the Joyful, LISA the Painful, Neversong, Death's Gambit, and Smile for Me, divided into three pricing tiers. The Epic Games Store is offering The Operator for free until June 26, replacing Two Point Hospital. Three games are available for free weekend access: Victoria 3, Len's Island, and Dead by Daylight. The GOG store has started its summer sale with thousands of DRM-free games at reduced prices.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

Sword of the Sea fuses Journey with Tony Hawk to make a pro skater game that feels as good as it looks

At the Summer Game Fest, players experienced Sword of the Sea, where they navigate desolate dunes as the Wraith, a magical hero on a hoversword, working to restore ancient ocean life. The gameplay allows for a free, mood-based approach without rigid formulas, inspired by the Tony Hawk series and snowboarding. Creative director Matt Nava emphasized that players can recover from mistakes without harsh penalties, enhancing the surfing experience. The game encourages exploration with seamless instructional breaks and features a vibrant aesthetic reminiscent of Nava's previous titles, particularly with its use of the color orange. The design integrates graceful movement and dynamic action, creating a harmonious connection between gameplay and environment.