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AppWizard

June 5, 2025

Almost exactly 5 years after it was announced, Capcom’s astronaut action game Pragmata finally has a release date: ‘It’s real’

Capcom introduced Pragmata five years ago as a next-gen experience for the PlayStation 5, featuring an astronaut and a mysterious girl. The game faced significant delays, with a trailer released three years ago indicating its incomplete status. Recently, Capcom announced a new trailer during a State of Play event, confirming that Pragmata is set for release in 2026. The game will also be available on Steam and includes a character named Diana, an android who can hack robots during combat. Details about the game remain limited.

AppWizard

May 31, 2025

Misc. A Tiny Tale Confirmed For Release in Late July

Indie game developer Tinyware Games has announced that Misc. A Tiny Tale will be released on PC and Nintendo Switch on July 22. The game features two tiny robots, Buddy and Bag Boy, navigating a whimsical post-human world. Players will collect trash, coins, and golden cogs while solving puzzles and assisting robot inhabitants. The game emphasizes environmental stewardship by allowing players to recycle trash and repair machinery. The narrative involves restoring villages after a mysterious explosion and celebrates diversity and community. Misc. A Tiny Tale will also be compatible with the upcoming Switch 2.

AppWizard

May 12, 2025

There’s another Risk of Rain 2 expansion on the way

Gearbox announced the third expansion for Risk of Rain 2, titled Alloyed Collective, at the PAX East panel. The expansion introduces new challenges, including battles against Solus robots and a new final boss called Solus Wing. Players will explore new territories in Petrichor V. The community has responded positively to the announcement, indicating excitement for the upcoming content. The full panel is available for viewing on YouTube.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

After a decade of development, Roboquest’s developer is calling time on its roguelite shooter: ‘There’s no way we can continue to provide content for players with over 1,000 hours of gameplay’

In the early days of gaming, post-launch support was minimal and primarily focused on bug fixes. Today, players expect ongoing support and new content for months or years after a game's release. RyseUp Studio, the developers of Roboquest, announced that after a decade of support, they will soon conclude updates for the game. The only remaining updates will be a PlayStation port and a standalone spinoff, Roboquest VR. Despite the game's positive reception on Steam with over 16,000 reviews, the studio is transitioning to a new project, aiming for a more efficient development plan. This situation highlights the evolving expectations in game development, particularly for smaller studios facing pressure to deliver extensive support.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

GeForce NOW to Get DOOM: The Dark Ages, Blades of Fire and More in May

NVIDIA's GeForce NOW platform is set to release several new PC games in May, including: - Survival Machine - May 7 - Revenge of the Savage Planet - May 8 - Spirit of the North 2 - May 8 - The Precinct - May 13 - DOOM: The Dark Ages - May 15 - Blacksmith Master - May 15 - 9 Kings - May 19 - RoadCraft - May 20 - Monster Train 2 - May 21 - Survive the Fall - May 21 - Blades of Fire - May 22 - Tokyo Xtreme Racer - Available on Steam - The Last Spell - Available on Steam - War Robots: Frontiers - Available on Steam - Torque Drift 2 - Available on Epic Games Store Recent additions to the library include: - Deadzone: Rogue - April 29 - Haunted House Renovator - April 30 - Far Cry 4 - April 30 - Anno 1800 - May 1 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered - May 1 - Blood Strike - Available on Steam - DREDGE - Available on Xbox - LONESTAR - Available on Steam - Soulstone Survivors - Available on Steam DOOM: The Dark Ages will feature path tracing and NVIDIA DLSS, with path tracing available shortly after launch.

AppWizard

April 20, 2025

‘We encourage mods’: REPO devs love mods, but they’re begging creators to ‘please optimize’ to keep server costs under control

The development team behind REPO appreciates the community of players and modders but reminds modders to optimize their creations to maintain server stability. They expressed concerns about mods that increase the player count beyond the default limit of six, which can strain servers, similar to issues faced by other indie games like Content Warning. The team hopes modders will avoid creating disruptions due to limited resources. While larger teams can enhance excitement, they can also lead to chaos in gameplay and communication. However, there are many creative mods that do not strain server performance, such as the MoreHeadPlus mod, which offers cosmetic enhancements for robots. The developers encourage a balance between creativity and performance to ensure a positive experience for all players.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Battle an endless cycle of evil machines in this roguelite FPS with ‘infinite weapon customization’ and ‘total environmental destruction’

Players in Void/Breaker are trapped by a malevolent AI and must fight through an army of robots to escape. The game features extensive weapon customization, allowing for infinite modifications to guns. It includes destructible environments that enhance gameplay and strategy. Players will navigate paths similar to Slay the Spire, engaging in arena-like battles while gathering parts and power-ups to craft powerful weapons. The game is developed by solo developer Daniel Stubbington and is set to be published by Playstack, with a release anticipated sometime this year.

Winsage

April 5, 2025

Satya Nadella shares when 3 Microsoft CEOs walk into a room on Microsoft’s 50th anniversary and get interviewed – The Times of India

Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary with a conversation featuring current CEO Satya Nadella and former CEOs Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer, hosted by the AI assistant Copilot. The dialogue included humorous exchanges, with Copilot playfully engaging each CEO. Nadella discussed his relationship with AI, suggesting it could run the show when it can play cricket at a high level. Gates joked about his intense thinking face, and Copilot acknowledged the importance of criticism for growth. Nadella expressed gratitude towards his predecessors for their leadership and contributions to Microsoft.

Winsage

April 4, 2025

Watch: As Microsoft Turns 50, Bill Gates, Satya Nadella And Steve Ballmer ‘Roasted’ By Copilot AI

Microsoft's 50th anniversary featured co-founder Bill Gates, former CEO Steve Ballmer, and current CEO Satya Nadella, with an interview conducted by the AI assistant Copilot. The event included humorous exchanges where Copilot roasted the CEOs, prompting lighthearted responses from them. Microsoft also launched new website pages to document its history and vision for the future, reflecting on its growth and innovations since its founding in 1975.

AppWizard

March 29, 2025

It still makes me uneasy that my hundreds of Steam games can’t be passed on when I die, at least not without violating the EULA

Shoot Many Robots was delisted from Steam at the request of its publisher, but it remains in the owner's Steam library. Steam's terms of service classify bequeathing an account as account sharing, limiting legitimate access for others. The gaming industry is experiencing volatility with frequent shutdowns of live service games, leading to calls for prioritizing game preservation, exemplified by the 'Stop Killing Games' campaign. GOG offers DRM-free titles and allows users to bequeath their libraries to heirs with proof of death, but acknowledges the lack of legal guidance on video game preservation. There is a growing demand for more robust frameworks governing game ownership and sustainable digital alternatives for future generations.