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Alexander Morton, the voice of Geralt's pal Zoltan in The Witcher games, has died
AppWizard
April 17, 2026

Alexander Morton, the voice of Geralt’s pal Zoltan in The Witcher games, has died

Alexander Morton, known for voicing Zoltan Chivay in The Witcher video games, has passed away. CD Projekt, the game's developer, expressed their sorrow in a tribute. Morton was also recognized for his role as Golly Mackenzie in the series Monarch of the Glen, which significantly contributed to the show's success. Louise Thornton from BBC Scotland highlighted his impact on Scottish television and theatre. Morton's career spanned several decades, starting in the 1970s, and he was celebrated for his theatrical performances. Fellow actor Robert Carlyle praised him as a brilliant actor and a kind person. Alexander Morton was 81 years old at the time of his passing.
With Humble Choice at almost half price, you can now get 8 Steam Deck-friendly games for just $1 each
AppWizard
April 4, 2026

With Humble Choice at almost half price, you can now get 8 Steam Deck-friendly games for just $1 each

Humble Bundle is offering a promotion for its Humble Choice subscription, allowing subscribers to acquire eight games for a significantly reduced fee. The lineup includes titles such as Tempest Rising and Chants of Sennaar. Tempest Rising is noted for its real-time strategy gameplay reminiscent of Command & Conquer, receiving an 8/10 review score. The subscription is priced at a discounted rate, and subscribers will have indefinite access to the games. The promotional code MARCH26 can be used at checkout, and the offer expires on April 7th.
A fanmade Jak and Daxter 3 PC port is now in beta, finally making Naughty Dog's most underrated trilogy fully available on PC
AppWizard
April 4, 2026

A fanmade Jak and Daxter 3 PC port is now in beta, finally making Naughty Dog’s most underrated trilogy fully available on PC

All three titles of the Jak and Daxter series have been ported to PC, with Jak 3's recent beta release completing the trilogy's transition. Players can enjoy the series in a "feature complete and fully completable" format, although Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy is not yet in beta. Jak 2 and Jak 3 have minor audio bugs and graphical inconsistencies. Enhancements include widescreen support, 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, and modding capabilities, but players need original copies of the games for installation.
How many of these videogame world maps do you recognize?
AppWizard
March 26, 2026

How many of these videogame world maps do you recognize?

PC Gamer offers a variety of quizzes for gaming enthusiasts, including a challenge focused on identifying video games from screenshots of their world maps. Participants have 15 minutes to recognize 20 games based on these images, which may not show the entire map. The challenge encourages sharing results and discussing notable video game world maps.
This horror game where you're a conscious nuclear missile boasts 'one handed mouse only controls', leaving me with assumptions that proved incorrect when I had to saw my own limbs off
AppWizard
March 12, 2026

This horror game where you’re a conscious nuclear missile boasts ‘one handed mouse only controls’, leaving me with assumptions that proved incorrect when I had to saw my own limbs off

The game Brainshell is set in an alternate reality in 1963 where human intellect has replaced computers amidst an out-of-control nuclear arms race. Governments use propaganda, brainwashing, and body modifications to create a sentient nuclear missile. Developed by a Finnish team, the game features gameplay that involves manipulating archaic levers and navigating a grotesque maze of flesh. Players experience a tense atmosphere with low survival odds, and the protagonist has a psychological aversion to clean water. The soundtrack is described as capturing a voice of madness, featuring warped brass instruments. Players face graphic scenarios, including the need to sever their own limbs with a rusty hacksaw, highlighting the game's dark themes.
The Legacy of Kain: Defiance remaster does the best thing possible—it gets out of the way
AppWizard
March 7, 2026

The Legacy of Kain: Defiance remaster does the best thing possible—it gets out of the way

Legacy of Kain: Defiance, a 2003 video game, has been successfully remastered by Crystal Dynamics. The remaster maintains the original's gothic charm and narrative while enhancing graphics for modern displays. It introduces a new third-person camera option, allowing players to switch between this and the original fixed-camera angles. The remaster balances new features with the classic experience, refining gameplay and addressing bugs without overshadowing the original game.
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