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Comedian Alasdair Beckett-King was a die-hard adventure gamer until he discovered Morrowind: 'The first time I loaded it up, I walked straight into a little pond and was killed by a fish'
AppWizard
May 24, 2026

Comedian Alasdair Beckett-King was a die-hard adventure gamer until he discovered Morrowind: ‘The first time I loaded it up, I walked straight into a little pond and was killed by a fish’

Alasdair Beckett-King began his gaming journey with a second-hand ZX Spectrum and the game Dizzy. He has transitioned to PC gaming and explored titles like The Secret of Monkey Island and Full Throttle. Beckett-King is a YouTube sketch creator, actor, writer, podcaster, and adventure game designer, currently on a UK comedy tour called King of Crumbs. He has a nostalgic preference for classic games, recently revisiting the remaster of Broken Sword, and has completed Myst and Riven. He enjoys modern indie titles such as Obra Dinn and The Case of the Golden Idol. His highest playtime on Steam is 266 hours for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, where he prefers normal difficulty for narrative enjoyment but found hard mode enhanced his engagement. He is hesitant to uninstall Silksong due to his mixed feelings about finishing it. Beckett-King relies on Blender 3D for his creative video production but admits to having a chaotic desktop filled with disorganized icons and folders.
Now that Subnautica 2 is out, the most wishlisted game on Steam is… a game that's been out for almost 2 years?
AppWizard
May 20, 2026

Now that Subnautica 2 is out, the most wishlisted game on Steam is… a game that’s been out for almost 2 years?

Subnautica 2 held the top spot on Steam's most-wishlisted titles since the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong in September 2025, but its recent launch has allowed Light No Fire to become the new frontrunner for the most-wishlisted game. Deadlock, which has been available for nearly two years and receives regular updates, now ranks at the top of the wishlist despite being in early access. It has a peak concurrent player count of 171,490 and an average of over 50,000 players at any given moment.
Nine Sols, one of our best-reviewed soulslikes, is just $12 on Steam this week
AppWizard
May 12, 2026

Nine Sols, one of our best-reviewed soulslikes, is just $12 on Steam this week

Nine Sols achieved a score of 92% in a review, qualifying it for a "compelling recommendation for most PC Gamers." It is currently available on Steam at a 60% discount until May 18, reducing the price to £10. The game offers approximately 20 hours of gameplay and is noted for its parry-based mechanics, appealing to fans of Hollow Knight and Silksong. It features an innovative mechanic called the Unbounded Counter, which requires precise timing to deflect attacks. The soundtrack enhances the gaming experience.
Channeling its inner Silksong, Subnautica 2 causes a chain reaction and pushes a second game to move its release date early
AppWizard
May 4, 2026

Channeling its inner Silksong, Subnautica 2 causes a chain reaction and pushes a second game to move its release date early

The release date of Outbound has been moved from May 14 to May 11 to avoid competition with Subnautica 2, which has over a million Steam wishlists. Farm to Table has also adjusted its launch date to May 9 for a more relaxed experience for players. This trend of shifting release dates is reminiscent of the impact Hollow Knight: Silksong had on other games. Subnautica 2 is currently the most-wishlisted game on Steam. The developers of Subnautica 2 have opted not to use generative AI in their game development, despite their parent company Krafton adopting an "AI first" approach.
Steam's Most-Wishlisted Games Forced Into Early Release As Subnautica 2 Pulls A Hollow Knight: Silksong
AppWizard
May 3, 2026

Steam’s Most-Wishlisted Games Forced Into Early Release As Subnautica 2 Pulls A Hollow Knight: Silksong

Developers are adjusting their release schedules due to the impending launch of major titles like GTA 6 and Hollow Knight: Silksong. The release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong in September 2025 has caused over eight games to delay their launches, with some moving to November and others, like Aeterna Lucis, postponing until 2026. The early access release of Subnautica 2, confirmed for May 14, has led other games, including Outbound, to change their release dates. Outbound, originally set for May 14, will now launch on May 11 for Steam and Xbox, while keeping May 14 for Epic Games Store and PlayStation.
Subnautica 2 Release Date Announcement Forces Outbound Dev to Bring Its Game Launch Forward
AppWizard
May 2, 2026

Subnautica 2 Release Date Announcement Forces Outbound Dev to Bring Its Game Launch Forward

Subnautica 2 is set for early access release on May 14. Developer Unknown Worlds faced challenges, including a public falling out with publisher Krafton and the dismissal of its management team, but the CEO has been reinstated. Square Glade Games has moved the release of their game Outbound to May 11 to avoid competition with Subnautica 2. Outbound is currently ranked 13th on Steam's Most Wishlisted chart. Subnautica 2 will allow players to explore an open-water environment, featuring solo and multiplayer experiences, and will be available on PC and Xbox Series X/S.
Subnautica 2 is the latest behemoth to mess with other games' launch plans at the last minute: 'we need to dodge the Leviathan'
AppWizard
May 1, 2026

Subnautica 2 is the latest behemoth to mess with other games’ launch plans at the last minute: ‘we need to dodge the Leviathan’

Subnautica 2 has a release date set for May 14 and is currently the most-wishlisted game on Steam. Other games launching on the same day include Outbound, the 13th most wishlisted game on Steam, which has decided to avoid direct competition with Subnautica 2. Dark Light: Survivor is another contender with promising wishlist numbers. The game’s design lead, Anthony Gallegos, has discussed its exploration-first approach to survival.
PC Free Game Offer Saves You $15, Perfect Hollow Knight Alternative
AppWizard
April 25, 2026

PC Free Game Offer Saves You $15, Perfect Hollow Knight Alternative

Doomblade is a Metroidvania title released in 2023 that has gained popularity following the release of Hollow Knight: Silksong. It has a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam and an 83 score on Metacritic. The game features fluid controls, fast-paced action, and an intricate map that encourages backtracking. The protagonist, Gloom Girl, resembles Hornet from Silksong. Doomblade is currently available for free on the Epic Games Store until April 30 and is exclusive to PC, not available on consoles.
Graveyard Keeper's mammoth success proves that giving games away for free on Steam works
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Graveyard Keeper’s mammoth success proves that giving games away for free on Steam works

tinyBuild offered Graveyard Keeper for free for a weekend, coinciding with the announcement of Graveyard Keeper 2. This led to an all-time peak of 46,305 concurrent players on April 12, up from 17,000 at launch. The game ranked 47th on Steam's most played chart and reached number 39 on one Sunday. The giveaway increased wishlists for the sequel to 450,000 and generated nearly 0,000 in revenue from DLC sales, with around 125,000 DLCs sold at a promotional price of .99 each. The base game is typically priced at .99.
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