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Beloved, 13-year-old simulator game hits a new Steam peak as stunning DLC lets you cruise beneath the Northern Lights
AppWizard
December 2, 2025

Beloved, 13-year-old simulator game hits a new Steam peak as stunning DLC lets you cruise beneath the Northern Lights

Viral clips featuring role-playing streamers and expensive gaming setups have become common, enhancing the gaming experience of Euro Truck Simulator 2 (ETS2). Thirteen years after its release, ETS2 recently achieved a peak of 72,686 concurrent players on Steam following the launch of two new DLC packs and a significant discount. The first DLC, Nordic Horizons, adds 40 new cities across Scandinavia, allowing players to drive to the northernmost point in Europe. The second DLC, the Forest Machinery pack, introduces new forestry equipment as cargo options. The game is currently available at a 75% discount, reducing the base price to .99/£4.22 until December 11. The surge in player numbers is attributed to community support and the new DLC rather than just the discount.
Last year's addictive co-op building game, Satisfactory, is 30% off Humble's Cyber Monday sale
AppWizard
December 2, 2025

Last year’s addictive co-op building game, Satisfactory, is 30% off Humble’s Cyber Monday sale

Satisfactory is a factory-building game set on an alien world where players construct and optimize automated production networks. The game emphasizes automation, resource gathering, and intricate constructions, allowing players to explore and experiment with their designs. It features a first-person perspective and a co-op mode for collaborative play. Currently, Satisfactory is available for .45, down from .50, as part of the Humble Store's Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale, which offers a 30% discount. This offer is valid until December 4th, 2025.
After 13 years, Euro Truck Simulator 2 smashes its all-time concurrent player peak on Steam by dropping two DLCs with, let me check my notes here, more Europe and more trucks
AppWizard
November 30, 2025

After 13 years, Euro Truck Simulator 2 smashes its all-time concurrent player peak on Steam by dropping two DLCs with, let me check my notes here, more Europe and more trucks

Euro Truck Simulator 2 has surpassed its all-time peak player count on Steam with over 72,678 concurrent players, more than 13 years after its release in 2012. Recent expansions, including Nordic Horizons and the Forest Machinery add-on, have enhanced gameplay. The game offers a meditative quality, allowing players to experience tranquility while driving through scenic routes, serving as a form of escapism from daily life.
Despite getting delayed, Paralives looks like it's avoiding Inzoi's biggest flaw
AppWizard
November 26, 2025

Despite getting delayed, Paralives looks like it’s avoiding Inzoi’s biggest flaw

The release of the life simulation game Paralives has been delayed, with a new early access launch date set for May 25, 2026. The Paralives team recently showcased 45 minutes of uncut gameplay, highlighting features such as a daily local newspaper with activity suggestions, skill progress bars, a meaningful conversation system, personality trait upgrades, contextual moods, and the ability to purchase items in shops. Despite some minor bugs observed during the gameplay session, the overall experience suggests players will have opportunities to shape their characters' lives. The game aims to address critiques of its predecessor, Inzoi, which has faced criticism for lack of engagement and meaningful activities.
Stardew Valley's medieval fantasy cousin now lets you collect adorable pets and kill off NPCs
AppWizard
November 22, 2025

Stardew Valley’s medieval fantasy cousin now lets you collect adorable pets and kill off NPCs

Mirthwood's latest update, the Foundations update, introduces new features such as seasonal festivals, pets, and random world events. Three recurring festivals have been added: All Hallows Eve, the Festival of Blossoms, and the Summer Solstice, each featuring special vendors with 35 exclusive items. Players can now have pets, including cats and dogs, which help with farm tasks and alert to intruders. The update also includes 35 new random events, like Bandit Raids and Vermin Plagues. A significant new feature is the mortality of NPCs, where players can lose characters due to neglect or failure to complete quests, with a tombstone system to memorialize them. The Foundations update is currently available, with a 30% discount on Steam until December 2, and a free demo is offered.
Inzoi's getting multiplayer after South Korea's president told the director to hop to it: 'It almost felt like I was getting talked to by the company's CEO'
AppWizard
November 20, 2025

Inzoi’s getting multiplayer after South Korea’s president told the director to hop to it: ‘It almost felt like I was getting talked to by the company’s CEO’

Krafton's life simulation game, Inzoi, was released in early access in March and has struggled to attract a wider audience. Director Hyungjun 'Kjun' Kim announced that the development team is working on integrating multiplayer functionality, inspired by a visit from South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, who provided insights that influenced the decision. While details on the multiplayer feature are not yet available, reactions from the fanbase are mixed, with many players expressing concerns about existing issues in the game that they believe should be prioritized over new features. The potential for multiplayer support could differentiate Inzoi from competitors, as its main rival does not offer co-op gameplay without mods.
Forget Starfield and Star Citizen, this super-realistic space sim will put your flight skills to the ultimate test
AppWizard
November 9, 2025

Forget Starfield and Star Citizen, this super-realistic space sim will put your flight skills to the ultimate test

Reentry, a NASA-inspired space game developed by Lyra Creative, has reached its 1.0 milestone after seven years of development. The game balances simulation and gameplay, allowing players to command nearly every system of a spacecraft, reflecting the responsibilities of an astronaut. It includes a Space Flight Academy to help newcomers learn the necessary skills, and each spacecraft comes with a detailed flight manual and checklist. Reentry allows players to experience missions such as reaching orbit in Project Mercury, docking in Project Gemini, and landing on the Moon in Project Apollo. The game is now available on Steam with a 20% discount until November 14, priced at .99 / £23.60, and has received an 'overwhelmingly positive' rating from 97% of user reviews.
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