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AppWizard
April 19, 2026
Dark Souls II underwent a significant mid-development reboot that transformed its narrative and introduced unique level designs. One major cut content was an expansive sewer map, replaced by The Gutter. A fan named Doneda restored this lost sewer area, which features a hidden tavern and a traditional boss arena with unlit candles. The exploration reveals disconnected pathways, indicating ongoing design deliberations. Doneda's insights align with Hidetaka Miyazaki's view that Dark Souls II was crucial for the series' advancement, influencing future titles like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and Elden Ring.
AppWizard
April 17, 2026
A new season of Torchlight Infinite, titled 'Lunaria,' has launched, achieving its most successful debut on Steam with a peak of 26,618 players. The update introduces new features such as an endgame farming system, a character focused on potion mechanics, and temporary alliances with bosses. Key gameplay mechanics include awakening statues in the Netherrealm to spawn monsters and collect rewards, alongside random events that enhance loot opportunities. The update also adds Rhapsodies for variability in farming, a Creation Engine for converting Creation Crystals into loot, and a new character, the Scent Weaver Sage, who uses elixirs in combat. Quality-of-life improvements include visual upgrades for characters and monsters, enhanced user interface, and a re-arranged main theme for the game's third anniversary. The 'Lunaria' season is available for free on Steam, along with a 'Midas Touch' event for additional rewards.
AppWizard
March 4, 2026
The shipping room is preparing for the 26.1 snapshot, which includes various refinements, technical adjustments, and bug fixes. Players may face an issue where minimizing the game in Fullscreen mode prevents it from being maximized again. Changes include aligned textures for adult and baby Rabbits, new sound variants for Pigs, head rotation for Baby Goats, and updated textures for Baby Hoglins and baby Pandas. The Master Librarian no longer offers Name Tags but now provides Red and Yellow Candles for three Emeralds each, while the Wandering Trader offers Name Tags for one Emerald. The trumpet note block sound assets have been updated, and the Data Pack version is now 100, with a Resource Pack version of 83. New features include a new block state provider and adjustments to block states for Banners and Signs. A new tag, #preventsnearbyleaf_decay, has been added, and various special model types have been introduced for items like Bells and Books. Block state rendering has been adjusted for consistency, and several bugs have been fixed, including issues with Endermen, dragon eggs, and various textures. Snapshots are available for Minecraft: Java Edition, with instructions for installation and backup provided.
AppWizard
November 30, 2025
Core Keeper launched out of early access in 2024 with a 94% positive rating on Steam. The upcoming update, Void and Voltage, will be released for free on January 28. The game features exploration, combat, and crafting from a top-down perspective. The new biome, Breaker's Reach, includes new adversaries and a boss named SAHABAR. The update will introduce new automation tools, gear such as a handheld flamethrower, miniguns, and various other items. A new sub-biome called the Void will feature evolved enemy variants and new combat mechanics. Community-requested features will also be added, including echo maps, crafting statues, and improvements to minions.
AppWizard
November 26, 2025
The third pre-release for the Mounts of Mayhem drop has been unveiled, featuring enhancements such as bug fixes and spear weapon adjustments. New features include: - Spear weapon hit animation and sound effects are now synchronized. - In first-person view, the spear head rotates to a vertical position over time. Changes made: - The "See-Through Leaves" video setting is disabled in the "Fast" graphics preset. - Tamed horses avoid running into cacti or sweet berry bushes. Fixed bugs: - MC-302900: Resolved spear reach overriding player interaction range. - MC-303036: Fixed zombie nautilus hitbox size issue. - MC-303709: Addressed crash when dumping large dynamic textures. - MC-304045: Corrected spear hit sounds. - MC-304362: Resolved RGSS break when toggling hardware anisotropic filtering. - MC-304363: Fixed rendering position of copper golem statues on shelves. - MC-304407: Charge attacks now functional for mobs 3 to 4.5 blocks away. - MC-304440: Mouse cursor changes to pointing hand over inventory slots in crafter UI. - MC-304441: Mouse cursor changes shape over creative inventory scroll bar bounds. - MC-304452: Non-see-through leaves in Programmer Art display correctly. Pre-releases are available for Minecraft: Java Edition, and users can install the latest pre-release through the Minecraft Launcher. An unobfuscated version for cross-platform server capabilities is also available for download.
AppWizard
November 5, 2025
The Seance of Blake Manor is a mystery game set to release on October 27, 2025, priced at £17. Developed by Spooky Doorway and published by Raw Fury, the game involves investigating the disappearance of Evelyn Deane within Blake Manor, where players interact with over 20 characters, each with unique backstories. Gameplay includes listening at doors, using stolen keys, and piecing together clues from various sources. The narrative features themes of blackmail, revenge, and addiction, with a user-friendly interface that aids in investigation. The art direction employs flat colors and bold outlines, creating an unsettling atmosphere enhanced by supernatural elements. The game offers an 18-hour experience with multiple endings, encouraging replayability and exploration.
AppWizard
October 18, 2025
Keeper is an adventure game developed by Double Fine and published by Xbox Game Studios, set to release on October 17, 2025, for a price of .99. The game features a sentient lighthouse and a bird navigating a vibrant, post-apocalyptic world, with gameplay lasting approximately six hours. It avoids common gaming trends such as crafting systems and battle passes, focusing instead on a narrative that unfolds in a visually stunning environment. The gameplay includes manipulating time through the lighthouse's searchlight to solve puzzles and interact with hybrid creatures. The game transitions from serene exploration to exhilarating sequences, maintaining a captivating experience throughout.
BetaBeacon
October 16, 2025
Project Freefall is a new VR game developed by Schell Games that allows players to free-fall from a plane while battling it out using arm-mounted rockets and grappling hooks. The game supports crossplay between VR and non-VR platforms, with VR players having a movement advantage and non-VR players having a perspective advantage. The game is currently in early access and is free to play, with a skin shop available for players to purchase unique skins.
AppWizard
October 9, 2025
Climbing the ranks in Megabonk, particularly to T3, requires a strategic approach and a solid understanding of effective builds. The best builds involve advanced characters like Bandit, Sir Chadwell, and Vlad, utilizing specific weapon and tome combinations. The standout build for Bandit includes the following weapon and tome combinations: - Dexecutioner, Aura, Katana, Black Hole with tomes XP, Luck, Cursed, Size. - Dexecutioner, Aura, Aegis, Blood Magic with tomes Damage, XP, Quantity, Size. Other effective builds include: - Sir Chadwell: Corrupted Sword, Black Hole, Hero's Sword, Dexecutioner with tomes Size, XP, Cooldown, Luck. - Noelle: Frostwalker, Flamewalker, Lightning Staff, Aegis with tomes Damage, Cooldown, XP, Luck. - Tony McZoom: Wireless Dagger, Tornado, Bone, Lightning Staff with tomes Knockback, Quantity, Precision, Damage. - Sir Chadwell: Corrupted Sword, Wireless Dagger, Bananarang, Lightning Staff with tomes Damage, Size, Quantity, Proj. Speed. - Vlad: Blood Magic, Lightning Staff, Dexecutioner, Black Hole with tomes Size, XP, Luck, Cooldown. Optimal gameplay often revolves around Bandit and the Dexecutioner, with successful combinations extending gameplay beyond three hours. Tomes that boost Size and XP are particularly advantageous, while Luck and Cursed work well with the Katana/Black Hole combination. For a secure approach, pairing Damage and Quantity with Aegis and Blood Magic is beneficial. Various weapon and tome combinations are effective, including: - Aura with tomes Thorns, Crit, Damage, Cooldown. - Bananarang with tomes Lifesteal, Size, Crit, Quantity. - Blood Magic with tomes Size, Quantity, Crit, Cooldown. - Dexecutioner, Aegis with tomes Quantity, Size, Lifesteal, Damage. The best Megabonk builds do not emphasize items, as the randomness of item drops can lead to an overwhelming assortment during late-game runs. Players are advised to focus on controllable elements rather than the items collected.
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