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AppWizard

March 17, 2026

Minecraft meets Wind Waker? Hytale with airships? Everwind is Steam’s latest big early access release, and it could be a winner with time

Two fantasy-themed sandbox titles, Hytale and Enjoy Studio's Everwind, have recently emerged, with Everwind featuring airships as a unique gameplay element. The game invites players to scavenge, craft, and explore in a procedurally generated world made of destructible voxel blocks, reminiscent of Minecraft. Players gather resources to create weapons, armor, tools, and furniture, while the game’s aesthetic evokes a muted, medieval fantasy atmosphere. Everwind's world consists of vast oceans and diverse islands, some floating in the sky. Players can engage in crafting and combat, with a stamina-based system that enhances gameplay. The process of salvaging and constructing airships involves scanning parts for blueprints and gathering essential components. Initial experiences may include challenges such as resource scarcity and unexpected events, but these can lead to deeper exploration. Air travel mechanics allow players to set speed and elevation, though early travel can be slow and lacks engaging distractions. The game is currently in early access and has the potential for growth and improvement over the next year.

AppWizard

March 17, 2026

Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Disco Elysium, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, Final Fantasy IV and More

- Available Today: - DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse: Ready to Party (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – March 17 - South of Midnight (Cloud, Console, Handheld, PC) – March 18 - The Alters (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – March 18 - Disco Elysium (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – March 19 - Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (Cloud, Console, Handheld, PC) – March 24 - Absolum (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – March 25 - Nova Roma (Game Preview) (PC) – March 26 - The Long Dark (Cloud, Console, PC) – March 30 - Resident Evil 7: Biohazard (Cloud, Console, PC) – March 31 - Barbie Horse Trails (Cloud, Console, Handheld, PC) – April 2 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, Handheld, PC) – April 2 - Final Fantasy IV (Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, PC) – April 7 - In Case You Missed It: - Minishoot’ Adventures (Console, Cloud, Handheld, PC) – March 3 - Game Updates: - Valorant (PC, Console) – March 18 - Sea of Thieves: Season 19 (Console, PC) – March 19 - In-Game Benefits: - Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 (Console) – Available now - Skate. (Console, Game Pass Ultimate only) – Available now - Leaving March 31: - Peppa Pig World Adventures (Cloud, Console, PC) - Mad Streets (Cloud, Console, PC)

AppWizard

January 20, 2026

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine II & Death Stranding Heading to Xbox Game Pass

- Resident Evil Village is available on Cloud, Console, and PC through Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and PC Game Pass. - MIO: Memories in Orbit is launching on day one with Game Pass for Cloud, Handheld, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. - Death Stranding Director's Cut will be available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on January 21. - RoadCraft will be available on PC on January 21. - Ninja Gaiden Ragebound will be available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on January 21. - The Talos Principle 2 will be available on PC and Xbox Series X|S on January 27. - Anno: Mutationem will be available on Cloud, PC, and Console on January 28. - Drop Duchy will be available on Cloud, PC, and Console on January 28. - MySims: Cozy Bundle will be available on PC on January 29. - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II will be available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on January 29. - Indika will be available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on February 2. - Final Fantasy II will be available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S on February 3. - Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is available now on PC. - The Sims 25th Birthday Bundle will be available on PC on January 22. - Grounded 2 Garden Update will be available on Cloud, PC, and Console on January 27. - Dead by Daylight - Stranger Things DLC will be available on January 27. - Sea of Thieves Season 18, Act 2 will be available on Cloud, PC, and Console on January 22. - Several titles will be leaving the Game Pass library on January 31, including Shady Part of Me, Cataclismo, Starbound, Lonely Mountains Snow Riders, Paw Patrol World, Citizen Sleeper 2 Starward Vector, and Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap.

Winsage

December 11, 2025

Your PC, your personality: New themes in Store for you

Microsoft has launched a new Themes department within the Microsoft Store on Windows, allowing users to easily discover and customize their devices with curated themes. The store now features over 400 themes, including more than 35 new additions, such as the Sea of Thieves theme and the World National Parks theme. Users can manage their themes through Windows Settings, and the store also offers various apps for further customization. Microsoft encourages user feedback and contributions through the Feedback Hub and the Theme Publisher Interest Form.

AppWizard

November 27, 2025

Former Starcraft 2 devs’ new space FPS is happy to take risks because “there’s never been a game quite like” it before

Dustin Browder and Jason Chayes have founded Moonshot Games under Mike Morhaime's Dreamhaven, with their first project being a game called Wildgate. Wildgate combines elements of extraction shooters, ship management, and classic space games into a cohesive first-person shooter. The development team drew inspiration from games like Sea of Thieves and examined battle royales for competitive play design. Browder emphasized the importance of game balance and community feedback, noting that Wildgate is a unique project without a definitive template. The game is currently available on Steam for half price until December 4.

AppWizard

November 15, 2025

Fancy playing Sea of Thieves without the PvP? This pirate-themed survival game just left early access with a big update and a launch discount

Salt 2: Shores of Gold is a sequel to the original Salt, which enhances graphics and expands player versus environment (PvE) interactions in an infinite, procedurally generated world. After three years in early access, it has officially transitioned out of alpha development, introducing new features such as a non-playable character (NPC) that offers quests for rare items at level 40, formidable world bosses, and an endgame merchant for ship customization. The latest update also includes gameplay improvements like proper menu pausing, the ability to jump while swimming, and streamlined looting. Lavaboots Studios plans ongoing development with future updates to add new content based on community feedback. To celebrate the release, a 20% discount is offered, reducing the price to £12.39 until November 26.

AppWizard

November 11, 2025

You haven’t truly experienced PC gaming until you’ve done these 8 things

The author reflects on nostalgic moments from PC gaming, including early experiences in Rust where they learned about trap bases. They mention the humorous "door stuck" video and the persistence of antisocial behavior in competitive gaming, highlighting various griefing techniques documented on the Team Fortress 2 wiki. Ted Litchfield describes the frustrating process of troubleshooting a new desktop build, often leading to unhelpful advice and a rite of passage for PC gamers. Andrea Shearon shares a memorable experience in Final Fantasy 14, successfully clearing a challenging trial with strangers, fostering camaraderie. Lincoln Carpenter discusses the immersive flavor text in the roguelike game Caves of Qud, enhancing the gameplay experience. Evan Lahti emphasizes the camaraderie in the military simulation game Arma, while Tyler Wilde mentions memorable moments in Battlefield 6 and Sea of Thieves. Christopher Livingston notes the frustration of managing multiple digital game launchers, which can deter players from gaming. Morgan Park reflects on the joy of playing lesser-known multiplayer games like Gotham City Impostors and Knockout City, fostering a unique sense of community.

AppWizard

October 30, 2025

Is ‘Minecraft’ Down? Popular Game Servers Hit By Azure Front Door Outage

Minecraft's servers went offline due to a broader outage affecting Azure Front Door, which also impacted other gaming platforms like Xbox and services such as Microsoft 365 and Outlook. Microsoft attributed the outage to an inadvertent configuration change and is working to resolve the issue by halting all changes to Azure Front Door services and reverting to the last known stable state. The timeline for complete restoration is uncertain. This outage follows a recent significant Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage that affected various games and websites. While Minecraft is down, players can explore alternatives like Terraria, Creativerse, Vintage Story, Colony Survival, Eco, Valheim, Subnautica, The Forest, No Man’s Sky, Don’t Starve Together, LEGO Worlds, Dragon Quest Builders 2, Portal Knights, and Trove.

AppWizard

September 29, 2025

Steam Fall Sale 2025: The Best And Biggest PC Gaming Deals

The Steam Fall Sale was launched by Valve on September 29 and will run until October 6, offering a selection of discounted PC games. Notable titles available at reduced prices include Cyberpunk 2077, Doom Eternal, and Diablo IV. The LCD Steam Deck is also available at a 20 percent discount. A list of highlighted deals includes games such as Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Control Ultimate Edition, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among others. The community is encouraged to share insights and recommendations regarding additional deals.

AppWizard

September 20, 2025

Jump Space, the co-op spaceship crew-’em-up we warned you was fun, just launched in early access and it’s already turning heads

Jump Space is a co-op space adventure game that launched in early access on Steam, attracting a peak of 15,558 players within its first 24 hours. The game emphasizes cooperative gameplay and space exploration, allowing players to team up with up to three friends to tackle challenges without player-versus-player elements. Players can customize their ships and engage in on-foot combat while exploring alien worlds. The developers, Keepsake Games, aim to blend their love for co-op games and space in this title. Jump Space is part of a growing trend of cooperative games designed for groups of four players and is currently available on Steam.