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AppWizard

February 27, 2025

Only One Cozy PC Game Will Help You Identify Plants In Real Life

Foraging for plants is a key activity in the game "Out and About," where players journey to the coastal town of Portobello to help a campsite manager named Annie recover from an injury caused by a storm. Players gather plants by photographing them, identifying species using a magnifying glass, and harvesting them responsibly. The game emphasizes community support and environmental appreciation, allowing players to create treats from foraged plants and sell them to townsfolk with specific needs. "Out and About" features a customizable character creator and charming animations, and it will be released on PC, though a release date has not been announced.

AppWizard

February 27, 2025

Best Cheap Steam PC Games Under $10 in 2025

In 2025, affordable PC games can be found on platforms like Steam, Humble Bundle, Epic Games Store, Origin, and GOG. These platforms offer a variety of games under a certain price point, with Steam providing a broader selection and frequent sales. Ten recommended PC games priced at or below a specified amount include Stardew Valley, Undertale, Celeste, Hollow Knight, Slay the Spire, Terraria, Dead Cells, Factorio, FTL: Faster Than Light, and Darkest Dungeon.

AppWizard

February 24, 2025

Dauntless, the monster hunting game we had before Monster Hunter came to PC, will shut down in May

Phoenix Labs has announced that its game Dauntless will shut down on May 29, 2025. The game struggled to maintain popularity after the release of Monster Hunter: World. In May 2024, Phoenix Labs faced layoffs and canceled several projects. Dauntless moved from the Epic Games Store to Steam in December 2024, but the transition was plagued by issues, leading to a decline in user ratings. By January 2025, the studio laid off a significant portion of its workforce. The studio was acquired by the crypto company Forte in 2023, which some speculate may have contributed to its decline. The future of another title, Fae Farm, remains uncertain.

BetaBeacon

February 20, 2025

Top 8 mobile games like Animal Crossing for Android and iOS

Hello Kitty Island Adventure is a game similar to Animal Crossing where players can decorate a house, change outfits, explore different areas, collect animals and fish, dive in the ocean, and cook using recipes.

BetaBeacon

February 19, 2025

Top 8 mobile games like Stardew Valley

- Harvest Moon: Seeds of Memories is a game where players move to Chestnut Town to transform a ruined farm and create new memories with the people in the town. - Graveyard Keeper is a less wholesome alternative to Stardew Valley where players manage a graveyard and help the people of the town. - Harvest Town is a game similar to Stardew Valley where players reconstruct a family farm and produce goods to sell to the town. - Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is a wholesome game where players can customize a campsite, befriend cute animals, and participate in events similar to Stardew Valley. - The Island Castaway is a game where players must survive on an island by growing food, fishing, and providing for the people of the town, similar to Stardew Valley. - Kingdom: Two Crowns is a strategy game inspired by Japanese culture with features similar to Stardew Valley. - New World: Castaway Paradise allows players to create their own tropical island, grow crops, catch fish, and complete quests similar to Stardew Valley. - Spiritfarer is a game where players build a boat, explore a magnificent world, build relationships with characters, and engage in various activities like cooking and fishing, similar to Stardew Valley.

BetaBeacon

February 19, 2025

15 best free Android games with no in app purchases

- AI Factory Limited offers a variety of simple free Android games with no in-app purchases - Alto's Odyssey and Alto's Adventure are free mobile games with in-app purchases that are purely cosmetic - Antiyoy is a turn-based strategy game with simple graphics and rules, featuring multiplayer and no ads or in-app purchases - Crossy Road is a popular free game with in-app purchases that are purely cosmetic - Papers, Please is a simulation game with no in-app purchases available for .99 - Doom and Destiny Advanced is a free JRPG with ads and some limitations, but contains the entire base game - OpenTTD is an open-source version of Transport Tycoon with no in-app purchases - Pathos is a retro roguelike adventure game with no in-app purchases - Pocket City is a city-building simulation game available for .99 with a premium version - Resonance of the Ocean is a short game with no complexity and no in-app purchases - Stardew Valley is a must-play RPG available for .99 without ads or microtransactions - The Spike is a volleyball game sim with optional in-app purchases - Vampire Survivors is a survival RPG with minimal gameplay and optional in-app purchases - Into the Breach is a challenging puzzle/roguelike game available on Netflix Games with no ads or in-app purchases - Vodobanka is a puzzle game where you command a SWAT team with no microtransactions, but a purchase is required after the demo version

AppWizard

February 16, 2025

9 PC games that are perfect to play at a LAN party

Counter-Strike 2 is a staple in the LAN community, allowing for various player counts and often hosted on dedicated local servers. Rocket League combines football and cars, accommodating up to six players in fast-paced matches. Minecraft allows players to easily open their worlds to LAN clients for shared creativity. Stardew Valley is a farming simulator for up to four players, known for its lightweight requirements. Left 4 Dead 2 is a four-player survival shooter focused on teamwork against zombies, with community mods available. Terraria is a 2D sandbox game that allows for straightforward multiplayer sessions. Unreal Tournament is an arena shooter designed for local multiplayer with skill-based gameplay. Mario Kart: Double Dash features a two-player-per-kart mechanic and can be played using the Dolphin Emulator. Age of Empires II is a real-time strategy game that supports skirmishes, cooperative campaigns, and has a Definitive Edition for easier LAN setup.

AppWizard

February 11, 2025

15 indie PC games that will make you forget about AAA titles

- Hades is a roguelike dungeon crawler from Supergiant Games that combines action and storytelling. - Stardew Valley is a farming simulation game featuring pixel art and a soothing soundtrack, allowing players to manage a farm and build relationships. - Neon White is a fast-paced game that mixes first-person shooting and platforming, utilizing cards for moves and featuring vibrant art. - The Long Dark is a survival game set in a post-apocalyptic wilderness, focusing on resource management and strategic decision-making. - Sifu is a martial arts game with an aging mechanic that adds strategy to skill development and combat. - Slay the Spire combines deck-building with roguelike elements, offering easy-to-learn mechanics and challenging gameplay. - Undertale is an RPG known for its unique storytelling and player interaction, featuring quirky characters and memorable dialogue. - Hollow Knight is a Metroidvania game with hand-drawn art, intricate world design, and challenging gameplay that rewards exploration. - Celeste is a platformer that addresses mental health themes while providing challenging gameplay and beautiful pixel art. - Tunic is an adventure game inspired by classic titles, encouraging exploration in a mysterious world filled with secrets. - 1000xResist features a thought-provoking narrative, though its gameplay may not be as polished as others. - Balatro is a humor-infused strategy game developed by a solo creator, known for its addictive gameplay. - Pacific Drive is a driving adventure game set in the Olympic Exclusion Zone, combining exploration with survival elements. - Cocoon is a puzzle game with innovative design and intuitive gameplay, set in beautifully crafted worlds. - Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a horror game that emphasizes atmosphere and psychological tension, redefining the genre.

AppWizard

February 11, 2025

This long-running cozy tavern life sim on Steam just added online multiplayer, so now you can design and run a medieval pub with your pals

Travellers Rest is a life simulation game that allows players to manage their own tavern, brewing beverages, serving meals, and creating a welcoming atmosphere for travelers. It has gained popularity among fans of farming sims and cozy gameplay, often being discussed as an alternative to Stardew Valley. The game features engaging mechanics and fosters a sense of community. A recent multiplayer beta has increased interest, allowing players to share their tavern experiences with friends. Players have been given instructions to back up their saved games to preserve their progress.

AppWizard

February 10, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (February 10, 2025)

Steam releases approximately a dozen new games daily. The following games are highlighted: 1. Studio System: Guardian Angel - Release Date: February 5 - Developer: alreti circle 2. Slender Threads - Release Date: February 6 - Developer: Optillusion - Genre: Psychological horror point-and-click adventure. 3. While Waiting - Release Date: February 6 - Developer: Optillusion - Features: Rewards players for doing nothing, with a comedic tone. 4. World End Diner - Release Date: February 4 - Developer: Andymente - Setting: Post-apocalyptic diner management game with 16-bit graphics. 5. Looney Landers - Release Date: February 6 - Developer: pixel games SARL-SI - Genre: Local multiplayer party game with retro graphics.