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Nested Lands is a 'brutal' survival city-builder about guiding villagers through a plague-infested world, and you can play its open alpha right now
AppWizard
February 23, 2025

Nested Lands is a ‘brutal’ survival city-builder about guiding villagers through a plague-infested world, and you can play its open alpha right now

Nested Lands is a city-building game developed by the Brazilian studio 1M Bits Horde, set in a medieval landscape plagued by bandits and disease. Players must establish a settlement by assigning villagers roles to construct buildings, craft tools, and gather resources while recruiting survivors. The game features a third-person perspective and a cooperative mode for up to four players. An open alpha version is available on Steam, offering approximately three to four hours of gameplay with no specified end date, aimed at testing players' settlement expansion abilities.
Civilization 7's new patch temporarily disables crossplay between PC and console so Firaxis can 'expedite updates to the PC'
AppWizard
February 11, 2025

Civilization 7’s new patch temporarily disables crossplay between PC and console so Firaxis can ‘expedite updates to the PC’

A recent update for Civilization 7 has been released, addressing player feedback from the advanced access phase. The full launch is set for February 11, with Founders Edition players having access since February 6. User ratings on Steam have fluctuated from "mostly negative" to "mixed," largely due to user interface concerns. The update fixes several interface issues and bugs, and temporarily disables crossplay between PC and console multiplayer to expedite PC updates. Crossplay between Xbox and PlayStation remains unaffected. Initial reactions to the patch have been positive, although ongoing issues persist. Firaxis plans to support Civilization 7 for years, continuing the franchise's legacy. Gameplay fixes include adjustments to Ages in Epic and Marathon games, changes to City States, improvements in naval combat, and modifications to town growth and loyalty crises. AI behavior has been adjusted regarding peace deals and war declarations based on ideology. Camera issues related to native resolutions have been fixed. UI improvements include font changes, bug fixes in menus, and better alignment of leader names and portraits.
Steam users can download 9 free games right now, yours to keep
AppWizard
December 2, 2024

Steam users can download 9 free games right now, yours to keep

PC gamers can currently download nine free games on Steam, including: 1. The Dangerous Back-to-School Season: A pixel RPG focused on cybersecurity challenges. 2. Throne and Liberty: An MMORPG with dynamic environments and large-scale PvPvE battles. 3. BREAKER: INITIATING: A post-apocalyptic puzzle-platformer about a robot's escape. 4. Sime Is Back 3D Old School: A retro action-platformer featuring a kind-hearted fisherman. 5. Drag Racing 3D: Streets 2: A racing simulator with realistic physics and customization. 6. Invention 7: A first-person shooter with puzzles and a space plane piloting feature. 7. Maximum Football: A football simulation game for building teams and realistic gameplay. 8. League of Masters: Auto Chess: An auto chess game with PvP battles and progression. 9. EDYN: A multiplayer strategy game focused on settlement building and army command without microtransactions.
Minecraft "The Story Of The Iron Golem" Video Feature
AppWizard
November 24, 2024

Minecraft “The Story Of The Iron Golem” Video Feature

Key developers from Mojang discussed the Iron Golem, a neutral mob in Minecraft that players can construct to protect against hostile entities. Iron Golems are known for their strength and are often created by villagers or generated spontaneously in villages, where they patrol to ensure safety. Their design resembles villagers, symbolizing their role as community protectors. The developers also highlighted the distinct sounds of the Iron Golem, which enhance its personality and player interactions. Additionally, they addressed the mechanics of Iron Farms, player-created structures for resource harvesting, emphasizing the balance between gameplay mechanics and player creativity.
How to repair weapons in Stalker 2
AppWizard
November 21, 2024

How to repair weapons in Stalker 2

In Stalker 2, maintaining weapon integrity is crucial as firearms lose durability with each encounter, affecting damage output and increasing malfunction risks. To repair weapons, players must find a tech NPC, such as Lens in Zalissya, who can upgrade and repair gear. Players can identify tech NPCs by a spanner icon on the map. To repair a weapon, players access the upgrade menu, where they can see repair options and costs in coupons. Weapon condition is indicated by a shield icon: yellow for wear and red for broken. Firearms with low durability are less effective, cannot be traded if below 40% condition, and are more likely to jam. Repair costs increase over time, making frequent repairs advisable.
How to fast travel in Stalker 2
AppWizard
November 21, 2024

How to fast travel in Stalker 2

Fast travel in Stalker 2 requires players to find guide NPCs marked by a gun sight symbol on the map. To unlock fast travel, players must engage with a guide in major settlements, such as Uncle Lyonya in Zalissya, and pay with coupons, with costs varying by distance. Players can only fast travel to locations they have previously discovered. Certain factions, like the Stalkers, may offer complimentary fast travel if the player's reputation is favorable. The availability of guides can change based on player decisions and story progression.
9 games from the PC Gamer Top 100 given eternal life thanks to modders
AppWizard
October 15, 2024

9 games from the PC Gamer Top 100 given eternal life thanks to modders

The PC Gamer Top 100 2024 list highlights the impact of modders on various games, showcasing titles that have been enhanced through community modifications. - Bloodlines (Rank: #96): - Bloodlines Unofficial Patch by Wesp5: Fixes bugs and restores cut content. - VTMB: Clan Quest Mod by burgermeister01: Adds new questlines and areas. - VtM: The Final Nights by Zer0morph: Overhauls gameplay with new clans and mechanics. - Morrowind (Rank: #57): - Morrowind Rebirth by Trancemaster & crew: Comprehensive overhaul of the game. - Tamriel Rebuilt by the Tamriel Rebuilt Team: Expands the game’s map with new cities and quests. - Skyrim: Home of the Nords by SHOTN Team: Introduces new quests set in Skyrim. - The Binding of Isaac (Rank: #55): - Fiend Folio: Reheated: Expansion with new environments and monsters. - Skill Trees by Ab Aeterno: Adds a meta-progression system. - Epiphany by The Epiphany Team: Introduces new character variants and mechanics. - Starcraft 2 (Rank: #31): - Starcraft: Mass Recall by karlprojektorinski & crew: Recreates original campaigns in Starcraft 2 engine. - UED: First Light by NexusCore Games: Custom campaign with voiced missions. - Azeroth Reborn by Synergy: Remake of Warcraft 3 with enhanced gameplay. - Halo: The Master Chief Collection (Rank: #30): - Cursed Halo Again by InfernoPlus: Whimsical remix of the original game. - Halo 4 Reflow by d3ad connection: Rebalances Halo 4. - Ultimate Firefight Series by Weaver900: Roguelite twist on Firefight mode. - Thief Gold (Rank: #28): - The Black Parade by an all-star team: Campaign with ten replayable missions. - Between These Dark Walls by Skacky: Trilogy of missions. - The Scarlet Cascabel by PukeyBrunster & Tannar: Two exploration maps. - Total War: Warhammer 3 (Rank: #12): - SFO: Grimhammer 3 by Venris & team: Comprehensive gameplay rework. - Lost Factions: Araby by Team OvN: Introduces new factions and units. - The Old World Campaign by ChaosRobie: New campaign map with objectives. - Doom (1996) (Rank: #10): - Eviternity 2 by Dragonfly & crew: Campaign with new aesthetics. - Abysm 2: Infernal Contract by Jazzmaster: Dark Souls-like experience. - Space Cats Saga by DerTimmy: Humorous mod with chaotic gameplay. - Minecraft (Rank: #4): - Better Minecraft by LunaPixel Studios: Enhances environments and features. - Drehmal: Apotheosis by Primordial Team: Adventure map with lore and quests. - Pixelmon by the Pixelmon Mod Team: Introduces Pokémon into Minecraft.
Weekend PC Game Deals: Bundled classics to grab, tombs to raid, and freebies to claim
AppWizard
October 12, 2024

Weekend PC Game Deals: Bundled classics to grab, tombs to raid, and freebies to claim

The Humble Store has launched the SNEG Video Game Classics Bundle, which includes two tiers: the first tier offers 10 classic titles starting at a low price, while the second tier adds 12 more games. All games are DRM-free GOG keys and the bundle is available for two more weeks. The Epic Games Store is giving away Empyrion – Galactic Survival and Outliver: Tribulation until October 17, coinciding with the launch of new titles. Valve is offering trials for PowerWash Simulator and Kingdom Two Crowns during the Steam Next Fest. Major franchises like Portal and Tomb Raider are running special deals this weekend. The GOG store's autumn sale has ended, but various promotions on atmospheric and turn-based titles continue. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
PC gamers can grab two survival games completely free saving $28
AppWizard
October 10, 2024

PC gamers can grab two survival games completely free saving $28

The Epic Games Store is offering two survival games for free from October 10 to 17, 2024: Empyrion - Galactic Survival and Outliver: Tribulation. Empyrion allows players to build space stations and explore the galaxy, while Outliver is a survival horror game set in a supernatural realm based on African mythology. Players can claim these games until October 17, and they will remain in their library indefinitely. The next free games, Invincible Presents: Atom Eve and Kardboard Kings, will be available starting October 17, 2024, at 4 PM UK time / 11 AM ET.
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