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July 29, 2025

A ‘slavish clone’: Sony is suing Tencent over a game that looks startlingly similar to Horizon Zero Dawn

Sony has filed a lawsuit against Tencent over its game Light of Motiram, claiming it resembles Sony's Horizon Zero Dawn in setting, themes, and gameplay mechanics. Sony describes Light of Motiram as a "slavish clone" and is seeking monetary damages and an injunction against further infringement. The lawsuit follows a previous collaboration where Tencent promoted the game on PlayStation's Weibo account and a past meeting where Tencent pitched a game concept within the Horizon universe without disclosing its development of Light of Motiram. The game is set to launch on multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5 and Steam.

AppWizard

July 28, 2025

Super Mario Bros. Remastered Fan Game Hits PC Soon, Includes Lost Levels

Super Mario Bros. Remastered, a fan-made remake of the 1985 NES classic, will launch on September 13, 2025. Created by YouTube creator JoeMama, it features high-resolution graphics, widescreen support, improved physics, enhanced sound effects, and chiptune music. The game includes extensive customization options, allowing players to alter visuals and audio, as well as a built-in Level Editor for designing custom levels. It also incorporates classic titles like The Lost Levels and Super Mario Bros. Special, all benefiting from visual and audio upgrades. The development team is not using original assets to navigate legal issues, requiring players to supply their own NES ROM.

AppWizard

July 28, 2025

Swarovski Gets Crafty With Minecraft Characters In New Collaboration

Minecraft has collaborated with Swarovski to create a collection titled “Your Adventures Crystallised,” featuring four crystal figurines: Alex, The Pig, The Creeper, and Steve. The collection also includes a special crystallised Character Creator item that players can redeem for free by scanning a QR code on the packaging. Additionally, a Crystal Suit, adorned with the Swarovski Swan emblem, is available as an in-game wearable. The collection is available at Swarovski stores and on their official website.

AppWizard

July 28, 2025

Minecraft x Adidas Unveil Kids-Exclusive “Enderman” Pack for Halloween

Adidas and Minecraft have launched the "Enderman" Pack, featuring two sneaker models for kids: the Campus 00s and the Superstar. The Campus 00s "Eye of Ender" sneaker is made of black suede with pixelated green and blue speckles, inspired by the Eye of Ender item from the game. The Superstar sneaker is designed to reflect the Enderman mob, with a black-on-black design, 3D pixel textures, and purple branding. Both sneakers will be released in Fall 2025, coinciding with Halloween celebrations, and will be available on adidas.com.

AppWizard

July 27, 2025

First Version of BioShock RTX Remix Path Tracing Mod Released

A demo for the RTX Remix Mod for the original BioShock game has been released by modders ‘skurtyyskirts’ and ‘watbulb’. This mod introduces real-time Path Tracing to enhance the game's graphics, utilizing improved materials through physically-based rendering (PBR) assets. The mod includes a custom compatibility wrapper to facilitate communication between BioShock, which operates on Unreal Engine 2.5, and RTX Remix. The demo features hundreds of newly crafted textures and assets, with updated lighting effects. The demo is available for download, but users may encounter visual inconsistencies and bugs. Additionally, various RTX Remix Mods for other games are in development, including titles like Tomb Raider 2, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, and Need for Speed: Most Wanted. Demos for Path Tracing Mods have also been released for games such as Deus Ex and Call of Duty 4.

AppWizard

July 27, 2025

Minecraft Updates and Game Excitement

Minecraft updates are periodic releases from Mojang Studios that introduce new features, mechanics, and improvements to the game. Key updates include: - Aquatic Update (1.13): Enhanced oceans with dolphins, hidden treasures, and underwater ruins. - Village & Pillage (1.14): Transformed villages into vibrant communities with new trading opportunities and Pillager raids. - Nether Update (1.16): Revamped the Nether with crimson forests and Piglins, creating a dynamic adventure zone. - Caves & Cliffs (1.17 & 1.18): Reimagined underground experiences with lush caves, dripstone formations, and towering mountains. - Trails & Tales (1.20): Introduced armor trims, new bamboo wood, and cherry blossom trees for creative expression. These updates enhance gameplay, foster community engagement, and encourage exploration and creativity.

AppWizard

July 26, 2025

Grab 13 retro DnD games on PC for 90% off in this Humble Bundle deal!

The D&D Classics Bundle is currently available at a 90% discount, offering a selection of retro campaigns for early PC gaming. It includes titles such as Forgotten Realms: The Archives - Collection One, Dark Sun series, and Spelljammer: Pirates of Realmspace. The sale ends on August 7, 2025, with proceeds benefiting Covenant House, a non-profit organization supporting homeless youth in the U.S. Other titles in the bundle include Silver Box Classics, Krynn, Ravenloft, Fantasy Empires, and DragonStrike.

AppWizard

July 26, 2025

After a forgettable launch, Ubisoft’s Avatar game is getting a huge new update later this year, introducing new game plus and a third-person mode

Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora launched on Steam in late 2023, featuring a visually stunning rainforest environment and allowing players to navigate as Na'vi characters. The game had simplified combat mechanics and faced a decline in player engagement due to minimal marketing support from Ubisoft. Developer Massive Entertainment released paid DLC patches, including a New Game Plus mode that retains gear and introduces stronger equipment and a new skill tree. A significant update will add a third-person perspective, allowing seamless switching between first and third-person views. The game received mixed reviews, with some praising its world while others criticized its performance and narrative. A third-person update is set to launch on December 5, coinciding with the release of the film Avatar: Fire & Ash on December 19.

AppWizard

July 26, 2025

You Can Now Pre-Order Your Very Own A Minecraft Movie Chicken Jockey Action Figure and Plush

The Minecraft Movie has grossed nearly a billion globally, leading to excitement among fans about a scene featuring the Chicken Jockey duo. Mattel has introduced two collectibles: the Minecraft Movie Chicken Jockey Large Scale Action Figure priced at .99 and the Minecraft Zombie Chicken Jockey Plush priced at .99. The action figure stands approximately 9 inches tall when seated and includes swappable face plates and multiple points of articulation. The plush measures 8 inches tall, made from premium fabrics, and features pixelated details. Both products are available for pre-order and showcased at the San Diego Comic-Con. Additionally, a Chicken Jockey Easter Egg is now available in Minecraft.

AppWizard

July 25, 2025

If you loved Baldur’s Gate 3 then you probably shouldn’t pick up this $10 bundle of incredibly crusty D&D games, but if you’re cool you should

Humble has released the Dungeons and Dragons: Classic Collection, featuring a selection of early '90s RPGs for £7.40, which includes around 30 titles. The collection consists of games such as Forgotten Realms: The Archives, Dungeons & Dragons: Krynn Series, and DragonStrike. A £3.70 option is available for access to select titles. The games may feel outdated and differ from modern RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3, leaning more towards dungeon crawler elements and kingdom management.