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AppWizard
February 20, 2025
A selection of 12 free games available for PC and handheld users includes: 1. A Cat’s Way Home - A simulation game focused on building relationships with cats. 2. Farm Wars - A real-time PvP strategy game involving crop planting and animal transformation for sabotage. 3. Starling - A game where players build a base using local resources as a Starling Corp employee. 4. A Very Merry Nightmare - A 3D first-person adventure set in a twisted Christmas world, evading an AI enemy. 5. Little Robot - A 15-minute exploration game featuring a melancholic robot in a backyard. 6. Cedric & Odious - A 2D hack-and-slash adventure in a dark fantasy realm. 7. Paw Pirates - A multiplayer game focused on chaotic battles between pirate ships. 8. Realm Traveler - An RPG-style game where players choose a class and embark on quests. 9. Strange New Tides - A 2.5D sandbox experience in Saltbay Cove, involving relationship building and home construction. 10. Templar - A 2D hack-and-slash game where players battle demons as the last Templar knight. 11. Popo & Rob - A fast-paced first-person shooter with team-based matches. 12. The Machine Arena - A game featuring dynamic 4v4 PvP battles or solo PvE matches with short gameplay sessions. Additionally, Nvidia's RTX 5070 Ti GPU launches today, with listings available from major retailers.
AppWizard
February 7, 2025
Astrox Imperium is an early access game on Steam, likened to a "singleplayer EVE Online," allowing players to explore a vast universe with a dynamic economy and extensive ship upgrades. The developer, Masula, announced a reevaluation of priorities due to personal circumstances, stating that video games are no longer a priority for them. Masula plans to transform the Campaign mode into a tutorial and release the game as a complete product, but indicated this would be their last project in game development. The community has had mixed reactions, with many expressing empathy and support for Masula, while also inquiring about the possibility of community involvement in the game's future development.
AppWizard
February 6, 2025
Creative Assembly released Total War: Pharaoh on October 11, 2023, marking a return to historical themes after recent mythological-focused titles. Initially, the game faced mixed reviews due to its limited map, which included only Egypt, Canaan, and parts of Anatolia. However, a free update expanded the map to cover classical Mesopotamia, Anatolia, and Greece, introducing new factions such as Babylon, Assyria, Elam, Urartu, the Sea Peoples, and Troy. The gameplay mechanics were refined to include distinct kingship and government systems, enhanced diplomacy, and trade resources, allowing for a more strategic experience. Total War: Pharaoh is recognized as a standout entry in the series and the broader strategy game genre.
AppWizard
December 12, 2024
Stalker 2 is an ambitious game that has gained popularity, particularly in Eastern Europe, despite its imperfections. One notable fan is an octogenarian Japanese game studio president, Nakamura-san, who enjoys playing Stalker 2 on his new gaming rig. He has a history with the original Stalker games, having played them with numerous mods, and has expressed a desire for modifications to improve the user interface and subtitle size due to his age. Nakamura has been inspired by the original Stalker series, the novel Roadside Picnic, and Andrei Tarkovsky's film Stalker, appreciating the emotional depth and atmospheric elements of the game.
AppWizard
December 6, 2024
Google Play is offering significant discounts on various Android games and apps. Notable deals include the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Ultra with discounts up to 0, and the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 at an all-time low price with a 0 discount. The Ring Smart Video Doorbell Pro is available at Black Friday pricing. Best Buy is hosting its 25 Days of Deals. Featured games include Mortal Crusade, Skel and Defense, Dungeon Maker, The Quest, and Front Armies.
AppWizard
November 1, 2024
Oasis is a project that closely resembles Mojang's Minecraft, described as the "first AI-generated game" and essentially a direct imitation of Minecraft. It has been developed through extensive training on Minecraft gameplay and user interactions, resulting in similarities in visual style, user interface, gameplay mechanics, fonts, visual effects, and animations. Oasis introduces a unique feature called AI hallucinations, causing environments to change unexpectedly when not observed, positioning it more as a proof of concept than a fully realized game. Notably, the developers have not mentioned Minecraft in any of their technical documentation or communications, raising questions about the project's originality. The developers view Oasis as a foundational step toward future AI-generated games, despite its reliance on existing game documentation.
AppWizard
October 21, 2024
Nintendo has launched the Nintendo Switch Online Playtest Program for Expansion Pack members in select countries. The playtest features a collaborative game where players cultivate a vast planet, utilizing resources and creativity. Players use special tools called Beacons to purify and enhance the land, with their influence determined by the Beacon's height. Players can only edit their own zones, while adjacent areas are public. The game includes a social hub called the Dev Core for character leveling and features a Development Positioning System (DPS) for tracking progress. Players must obtain a User Generated Content (UGC) license to create content, which requires passing a test on respectful communication. The playtest starts at 12:00 PM AEDT this Thursday, but Australia and New Zealand are not included in the participating countries.
AppWizard
October 4, 2024
Indie game developer 4J Studios is developing a new open-world multiplayer survival game called Reforj, created by a team of former Minecraft developers. The game is in development for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation and features procedurally-generated voxel worlds, the ability to glide using a wingsuit, and tools for sculpting blocks. Two trailers have been released, showcasing the game's aesthetic and gameplay mechanics. No official release date has been announced, but it is speculated that Reforj may be available by 2025.
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