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After upsetting everyone by threatening to ruin Diablo 4's most powerful loot in its next season, Blizzard has decided that maybe it wasn't such a good idea after all
AppWizard
June 23, 2026

After upsetting everyone by threatening to ruin Diablo 4’s most powerful loot in its next season, Blizzard has decided that maybe it wasn’t such a good idea after all

Blizzard Entertainment has updated the loot system for Diablo 4 in response to community feedback, aiming to preserve the uniqueness of items while allowing for more flexible random attributes. The changes include a broader utility for items, such as allowing a fire damage-enhancing item for a sorceress to also roll stats that complement cold skills. Additionally, the classification of Mythic Uniques will now extend to any Unique item with a purple tooltip, indicating items with maxed-out stats upon drop or crafting. These adjustments are set to enhance the loot experience and will be implemented in season 14, launching on June 30.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 may be a more ambitious ARPG, but Mojang says it's "purposefully not calling it an open-world" game
AppWizard
June 19, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons 2 may be a more ambitious ARPG, but Mojang says it’s “purposefully not calling it an open-world” game

Minecraft Dungeons 2 is set to release on September 29, 2026. The game will feature an interconnected world, moving away from the previous simple game loop. It will offer a curated experience with a larger landscape for exploration, including unique items and powerful Talismans. An updated user interface will include a mini-map and a world map to assist navigation. A 'Guiding Light' feature will help players find quest objectives. The game will be available on PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X.
Minecraft Dungeons 2: Expanding Exploration and Co-op Action
AppWizard
June 10, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons 2: Expanding Exploration and Co-op Action

Minecraft Dungeons 2 was showcased at a private Xbox event in Los Angeles. The game features an interconnected world for exploration, allowing players to pursue objectives in larger environments. It introduces verticality, enabling players to jump and execute jump attacks. The art style has been refined, with concept art used during loading screens. Multiplayer gameplay supports solo play or teaming up with up to three others, both online and locally. The combat system retains exhilarating action while introducing new items and effects, with no distinct character classes. Players can equip four armor slots and utilize new equipment types like artifacts and talismans. A mini-inventory system has been implemented for quick equipment management. The demo took place in the Deep Dark biome, featuring familiar and new mobs, and included a challenging boss fight that emphasized teamwork. Minecraft Dungeons 2 is set to launch on September 29 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 1 and 2.
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AppWizard
May 30, 2026

New on Java Realms: Sabines takeover

Beaconators has introduced over 40 new items, bringing the total to 200 unique items, along with quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes. Songs of Greavesoyl added six new community-created characters, eight new maps, Player vs. Player and Free-for-All game modes, and a revamped lobby and user interface. Chill N’Grill now supports Swedish, Ukrainian, and Romanian languages, and includes new badges, cosmetics, currencies, and an inventory management system. Bug fixes have been implemented in several modes, enhancing stability. The Back on Realms initiative has reintroduced modes like Anaglyph and Toy Turtle Royale. Players can access guidance for Java Realms content and a complimentary 30-day trial through Minecraft: Java Edition. Creators can showcase their work on Java Realms and Minecraft.net and can contact Bine Birk or Oskar Thysell for assistance.
Path of Exile 2 Director Jonathan Rogers isn't worried about missing swords, "as long as there's nothing in the game that I feel is bad"
AppWizard
May 10, 2026

Path of Exile 2 Director Jonathan Rogers isn’t worried about missing swords, “as long as there’s nothing in the game that I feel is bad”

Developer Grinding Gear Games (GGG) has announced a major update for Path of Exile 2 called Return of the Ancients, which is described as the largest enhancement for both the sequel and its predecessor. Game Director Jonathan Rogers addressed community concerns about missing features, particularly the absence of swords and certain classes like the Duelist, reassuring players that these elements will eventually be introduced. He expressed satisfaction with the current state of the game compared to previous updates and emphasized the team's commitment to delivering a polished experience. Patch 0.5 will be the last major update before the 1.0 launch, scheduled for late 2026, focusing on balancing, introducing new unique items, and completing the final two acts of the campaign. The update will feature new systems aimed at enhancing accessibility for players, including a "questification" of content and streamlined crafting systems. Additionally, integrated build guides will improve the user experience by allowing easier in-game access to build plans. The update is set to launch on May 29.
Hololive indie action-adventure game An Automaton's Journey releases for PC via Steam on June 4
AppWizard
May 8, 2026

Hololive indie action-adventure game An Automaton’s Journey releases for PC via Steam on June 4

CCMC Corporation's holo Indie label has launched a Steam page for the action-adventure game, An Automaton's Journey, developed by Xyros Games, set to release on PC worldwide on June 4 (June 3 for CDT time zone and westward). Players will control Cecilia Immergreen, a Hololive English -Justice- Vtuber, exploring an expansive open world with a 2D Zelda-esque gameplay system across eight distinct dungeons. The game features appearances from at least 18 Hololive members, including Ninomae Ina'nis, Shiranui Flare, Usada Pekora, and Ceres Fauna, as allies and bosses. Gameplay includes exploration, dungeons with puzzles, side quests leading to boss battles, and item collection with 15 unique items. Players will face 13 bosses and over 40 fan mascot enemies affected by a mysterious curse.
Path of Exile 2's complete endgame redesign is great for everyone, especially newcomers
AppWizard
May 7, 2026

Path of Exile 2’s complete endgame redesign is great for everyone, especially newcomers

Grinding Gear Games unveiled the upcoming Path of Exile 2 patch 0.5, titled "Return of the Ancients," which includes nearly 900 words of updates. The patch features a comprehensive redesign of the endgame, introducing new systems like Atlas Ascendancies and league-specific features such as Runes of Aldur. The Runes of Aldur league involves rescuing a blacksmith and activating remnants for rewards, including over 100 new runes and a new stat called Runic Ward. A new currency type, Alloys, allows crafting modifiers on items. The endgame has a revamped structure with fixed league mechanics and unique quest lines, culminating in encounters with the Arbiter of Ash and a mysterious ultimate boss. All four launch mechanics have received upgrades, and quality-of-life improvements include in-game build guides and enhanced market features. Two new Ascendancies, the Spirit Walker Huntress and Martial Artist Monk, will be introduced, along with new unique items like Raven's Flock. The patch is scheduled for release on May 29, 2026, with a showcase at Exilecon in November.
Here's the Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred release time for your region
AppWizard
April 27, 2026

Here’s the Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred release time for your region

The Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred expansion will be released on April 27 in the United States and on April 28 in Europe, Asia, and Australia. Players can preload the expansion starting April 23 at 4 pm PDT on Battle.net, Xbox, and PlayStation, but not on Steam. Patch 3.0, which includes updates to class skill systems and unique items, can also be preloaded separately.
Anno 117's first DLC will let you disregard history by building your Roman city next to a massive volcano
AppWizard
April 13, 2026

Anno 117’s first DLC will let you disregard history by building your Roman city next to a massive volcano

Ubisoft is set to release a DLC for Anno 117 titled Prophecies of Ash on April 23. This expansion introduces Cinis, the largest island in the series, featuring a volcano that adds risk and strategy to city-building. Cinis extends the Latium province and offers various resources, including a new resource called Obsidian for crafting unique items. The DLC will include volcanic mechanics such as eruptions and a bloom phase that affect agricultural productivity. Players can also build a temple dedicated to Vulcan, enhancing mining productivity and fire safety. Anno 117 has received a 'Mixed' rating on Steam due to issues like the use of AI art and perceived incompleteness at launch, but it has achieved the highest launch in the series' history.
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