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AppWizard

February 28, 2026

Balatro meets Scrabble in this new roguelike from the creators of TimeSplitters—and I’m just thrilled to finally find a word game that lets me score with swear words

Renowned game developers Steve Ellis and David Doak have created a spelling game called Beyond Words, which features innovative gameplay mechanics that differentiate it from other word game roguelikes. Players navigate a Scrabble-like board aiming for a target score within a limited number of moves, with progressively challenging rounds and a boss round introducing unique gameplay modifiers. Between rounds, players can acquire cards that activate bonuses to enhance scoring potential. The game boasts an expansive dictionary that includes a wide array of terms, adding humor and enjoyment. It includes wildcard tiles for creative word formation and features uniquely shaped maps for each run, enhancing strategic depth. However, the visual presentation has been criticized for lacking a cohesive style. The demo is currently available for free during Steam NextFest.

AppWizard

February 25, 2026

Steam Next Fest is full of Balatro-likes: here’s 7 demos I think you should try

Steam Next Fest features various new game demos inspired by Balatro, including: 1. Gambonanza: A strategic game set on a miniature chessboard where players use chess pieces to battle against the computer, with options to enchant tiles and acquire gambits after mini-matches. 2. Raccoin: A coin pusher arcade game where players drop coins to create chaos and push additional coins into a basket, featuring special coins with unique interactions. It is set to launch on March 31. 3. Coinsweeper: An enhanced version of Minesweeper that allows players to bail out mid-game, offering purchasable items and modifiers for bonuses. 4. Ultrapool: A pool game where players can upgrade and combine pool balls and increase pocket multipliers for higher scores. 5. Rogue Hanafuda: A game using hanafuda cards similar to poker, where players unlock more card plays as they accumulate wealth and can purchase stackable items for bonuses. 6. Capsulitas: A game combining gashapon mechanics where players buy capsules and manage inventory to enhance scoring chances in future rounds.

AppWizard

February 23, 2026

GoLocalProv | Sports | #7 PC Hockey Stays Hot, Sweeping the Vermont Catamounts

The Providence College Hockey Friars swept the Vermont Catamounts with scores of 5-2 and 5-3, achieving their 20th and 21st wins of the season. Coach Nate Leaman reached his ninth season with twenty or more wins. The Friars now lead the Hockey East standings with 48 points. In the first game, the Friars scored two goals after an early Vermont goal, with Tanner Adams sealing the victory with an empty-net goal. In the second game, Hudson Malinoski scored two goals and completed a hat trick, while the Friars' goalie, Parsons, made 24 saves. The Friars have a 12-3-1 record in away games this season, and Parsons has a record of 12-2-1 with a 2.09 goals against average and a .920 save percentage. The Friars will play the University of New Hampshire next weekend and their last regular-season game is scheduled for March 7th against UConn. Boston College recently defeated UConn 2-1 in front of a large crowd, and there is interest in hosting a PC-BC matchup at the AMP.

TrendTechie

February 21, 2026

Эспаньол — Торренте: прогнозы 22 февраля 2026

Espanyol B is unbeaten in their last five matches, with three wins and two draws. They average 1.2 goals scored and 0.4 goals conceded per game, resulting in an average total of 1.6 goals per match. Torrent has lost four of their last five matches, with one draw, and suffered a 1-5 defeat to Atletico Baleares. They average 0.6 goals scored and 2.0 goals conceded per game, leading to an average total of 2.6 goals per match. Historically, Espanyol B has won three out of five encounters against Torrent, with two draws. Bookmaker odds suggest a likely lower total in the upcoming match, and predictions indicate that Torrent will not lose at odds of 2.36, while Espanyol B's individual total may be under 1.5 at odds of 1.87.

AppWizard

February 21, 2026

6 PC games you can play completely offline in 2026

Gamers often face challenges with online license verification for PC titles, which can restrict access to games. For offline experiences, a variety of games spanning several decades are available. Red Dead Redemption 2 is an open-world game set in Gilded Age America, featuring a narrative about Dutch’s outlaw family and offering fulfilling missions and side quests. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been updated with Unreal Engine 5 and allows offline play without digital rights management, supporting extensive modding. Blue Prince combines roguelike mechanics and adventure gameplay, set in Mt. Holly manor, where players navigate a world of puzzles and secrets that reset daily. Hades II features Melinoë, the daughter of Hades, as the protagonist, introducing new combat mechanics and the challenge of defeating Chronos. Balatro reimagines poker in a roguelike format, requiring players to create scoring hands and adapt strategies against increasing difficulty and unique abilities. Pacific Drive takes place in a fictional Exclusion Zone, where players must navigate a dangerous landscape using their vehicle for survival. These games offer substantial single-player experiences that do not require an active internet connection.

TrendTechie

February 15, 2026

Торренте — Ибица: прогнозы 15 февраля 2026

The Torrent team has lost their last five matches, scoring an average of 0.6 goals per game and conceding 2.2, with a total average of 2.8 goals in their matches. Ibiza Islas Pitiusas is unbeaten in four of their last five matches, scoring an average of 1.4 goals and conceding 1.0, with a total average of 2.4 goals in their matches. Historically, Torrent has won 2 out of 3 encounters against Ibiza. Current trends suggest lower scoring in matches, but both teams have the potential to score. Ibiza Islas Pitiusas is favored to win, with odds of 2.36, and betting on both teams to score has odds of 2.07.

TrendTechie

February 12, 2026

Андраткс — Торренте: прогнозы 8 февраля 2026

"Andratx" has not won in their last five matches, recording four losses and one draw, scoring two goals and conceding twelve. "Torrent" is in a similar situation, also winless in their last five games, with four losses and one draw, including defeats to "Atletico Baleares" and "Valencia U21." The average total goals for "Andratx" in recent matches is 2.8, while "Torrent" has an average of 3.0. Historically, "Andratx" and "Torrent" have faced each other five times, with "Torrent" winning two and three ending in draws, averaging 2.6 total goals per match. "Andratx" is favored to win the upcoming match with odds of 2.24, while betting on "both teams to score – yes" has odds of 1.90.

AppWizard

January 29, 2026

P-C basketball and EEHK split two games

The Paton-Churdan varsity teams played against Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton in a Rolling Valley Activities Conference doubleheader. The girls' team lost 63-20, bringing their season record to 2-14, while Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton improved to 16-1. Alivya Smith scored eight points for Paton-Churdan, and Edynn Smith added six points. The boys' team won their game, improving their record to 6-11, while Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton fell to 1-14. Trevon Keely, Phoenix Hartman, and Donovan Martin each scored 15 points, and Cayden Stream contributed 10 points. Keely also led in rebounds with 12. Coach Josh Cerveny praised the team's effort and noted the upcoming challenges with two tough road games.

Winsage

January 21, 2026

Tanium named Leader in IDC report on Windows tools

Tanium has been recognized as a Leader in endpoint management software for Windows devices in the latest IDC MarketScape vendor assessment for 2025-2026, marking the second consecutive time it has received this designation. The IDC assessment evaluates vendors providing tools for managing Windows endpoints, including desktops, servers, and specialized devices. Tanium's core offering is the Tanium Autonomous IT Platform, which integrates endpoint management, exposure management, and security operations. The platform supports Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server, and Windows IoT endpoints, and is noted for its synergy with Microsoft's tools. Tanium's approach, termed Autonomous IT, consolidates IT and security operations under a unified model, featuring tools like Tanium Ask, Tanium Confidence Score, and Adaptive Actions. Additionally, Tanium has been recognized as a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Management Tools.

AppWizard

January 20, 2026

GoLocalProv | Sports | PC Loses, Friars Foul Marquette Star on a 3-Pointer to Send Game to OT

The Providence College men's basketball team lost to Marquette 105-104 in overtime, bringing their record to 9-10 overall and 2-6 in the Big East. Marquette improved to 7-13 and 2-7 in the conference. Marquette led 54-44 at halftime, shooting 61% in the first half. Providence's Stefan Vaaks scored 26 points, and Jaylin Sellers led with 27 points. Marquette's Nigel James Jr. scored 38 points and had 8 assists, including a crucial three-pointer and three free throws that sent the game into overtime. In overtime, both teams exchanged leads, but a turnover by Corey Floyd Jr. allowed Marquette to win with a free throw. Providence shot 50% from the field and had four players in double figures: Sellers (27), Vaaks (26), Jamier Jones (17), and Duncan Powell (11). Erhunmwunse recorded a career-high 15 rebounds. Providence will host Georgetown University next, with a tip-off at 12:30 p.m.