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AppWizard

January 3, 2026

PC Gamer magazine’s new issue is on sale now: Fallout Special

PC Gamer features an exclusive look at the evolution of the Fallout franchise, highlighting its transformation from a cult classic to a global sensation. The narrative covers early titles like Fallout 1 and 2, through to Fallout: New Vegas, and culminates with the Anniversary Edition upgrade of Fallout 4. The issue also includes insights from key figures behind the franchise and a preview of the upcoming Fallout TV show. Additionally, the magazine discusses Valve's new game, Deadlock, which combines movement shooter elements with MOBA strategy, offering initial impressions and a guide for new players. Digital editions of PC Gamer are available in PDF and EPUB format through Pocketmags.

AppWizard

December 30, 2025

Warhammer 40k Rogue Trader developer announces its own launcher, but players are already “opting out”

Owlcat Games is developing its own game launcher to serve as a central hub for players, aiming to improve cross-promotion of its titles. Market research indicated that many Pathfinder 2 players were unaware of Rogue Trader. The decision has received mixed reactions, with concerns about the crowded landscape of game launchers and their functionality. Owlcat plans to roll out the launcher gradually, ensuring no mandatory registration or data collection from users. Players in the alpha test for Warhammer 40k Dark Heresy will be the first to use the launcher, which will provide access to all of Owlcat's games and links to social media and announcements. The launcher will allow users to buy, install, or launch games regardless of the original distribution method, but players can bypass it if accessing games through Steam.

AppWizard

November 28, 2025

Best Black Friday Lego deals 2025: Star Wars, Botanicals, Minecraft, and more

Lego sales are prominent during Black Friday, with various retailers offering significant discounts on popular sets. Mashable has compiled a daily list of the best Lego deals available online. Notable deals include: - Amazon: Millennium Falcon midi scale set for .97 (originally .99, saving .02). - Lego's official site: Trotting Lantern set for .99 (originally .99, saving .00). - Target: Lego Botanicals duo for .99 (30% discount). - Walmart: Lego Minecraft Crafting Table for .00 (originally .99). - Best Buy: Glinda and Elphaba figurines for .25 (originally .74, saving .49).

AppWizard

October 24, 2025

Neopets: Mega Mini Games Collection announced for PS5, Switch, and PC

Publisher Bolt Production International and developer No Gravity Games will release Neopets: Mega Mini Games Collection for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam) on March 26, 2026. A physical "Treasure Pack" edition will be available for PlayStation 5 and Switch, including the game, 25 mini-games, an additional digital game titled "Starlight Symphony," a hidden mini-game, a sticker sheet, art postcards, a double-sided poster, a scratch card, and a collector’s bag. The collection features 25 classic mini-games with enhanced controls and visuals, a Story Mode guided by a Neopet companion, local co-op multiplayer, Neopass rewards, and support for future downloadable content and seasonal events.

AppWizard

October 17, 2025

Maingear’s hellish new Doom gaming PC mixes Dark Ages lore with retro nods to the first game, and I love it

Maingear has launched the Doom gaming PC special edition range, featuring the HAVN HS 420 Doom The Dark Ages Limited Edition case with a vibrant green and red color scheme and runic lettering. The system includes a Tryx Panorama SE 360 AIO cooler that displays original Doom gameplay, a custom graphics card support bracket with the Doom logo, red-sleeved PSU cables, and ambient crimson lighting. The Doom Edition offers tiered models named after game difficulty levels: Hurt Me Plenty, Ultra Violence, and Nightmare!, with prices starting at ,999 for the entry-level model and going up to ,999 for the top-tier model. Each model features AMD Ryzen X3D CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 2TB SSD. Only 50 units are available at launch.

AppWizard

October 13, 2025

Skyrim’s lead designer reckons open world games are ‘almost a cliché statement’ these days, and that Skyrim owes its continued popularity to a focus on player agency: ‘We didn’t put anything off limits’

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has maintained its relevance in the gaming community since its initial release, supported by numerous re-releases and a dedicated modding community. Bruce Nesmith, the game's lead designer, expressed surprise at its lasting popularity, noting that it continues to attract over 24,000 concurrent players on Steam for the Special Edition, significantly more than Oblivion Remastered. Nesmith attributes Skyrim's success to its player-driven experience, emphasizing the game's open-world design that allows for personal adventures filled with quests and discoveries.

AppWizard

October 10, 2025

Microsoft just dropped two stunning new Outer Worlds 2 controller designs

Microsoft has released two new gamepad designs inspired by the upcoming game Outer Worlds 2, available through the Xbox Design Lab. The controllers feature the Moon Man logo, a nebula design in black, green, and neon pink on an off-white background, and lime green thumbsticks. The Elite Series 2 controller includes textured grips and a Special Energy Chroma iridescent color theme for the d-pad and rear paddles. The standard Xbox Wireless controller is priced at .98, while the Elite Series 2 controller costs 9.98, with potential price increases for additional accessories or design modifications.

Winsage

October 2, 2025

Spiceworks Community Digest: Saying goodbye to Windows 10

Microsoft's Windows 10 will reach its end-of-support date on October 14, 2025. In celebration of this milestone, a "10 Days of Windows" countdown is being launched to reflect on the history of Windows and its memorable features. Users have expressed nostalgia for features such as solitaire, minesweeper, Windows Movie Maker, and a special edition of 3-D pinball from Windows 7.

Winsage

October 2, 2025

Microsoft finds a way to make Crocs even uglier with Windows

Microsoft has collaborated with Crocs to create a special edition of footwear inspired by Windows XP, featuring a design reminiscent of the "Bliss backdrop" wallpaper. The Crocs include Jibbitz charms such as the Internet Explorer logo, the Windows Recycle Bin, and the Office Assistant "Clippy." This release celebrates Microsoft's 50th anniversary, with the shoes available exclusively through an Instagram competition. Additionally, Microsoft has a broader fashion initiative that includes a drawstring bag and a design for an ugly Christmas sweater inspired by the same Bliss backdrop.

AppWizard

September 26, 2025

Fewer than a quarter of Baldur’s Gate 3 players have finished the game on PC, and honestly, I get it

Baldur's Gate 3 has a player completion rate of 23.4% on Steam. In comparison, 22.5% of players have finished The Witcher 3, and 11.1% have completed the final quest in Skyrim's special edition. Approximately 10% of players have not escaped the Nautiloid at the game's beginning.