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How to win at arm wrestling in Crimson Desert
AppWizard
March 21, 2026

How to win at arm wrestling in Crimson Desert

In Chapter 1 of Crimson Desert, players visit the town of Hernand and participate in an arm wrestling minigame at a local tavern while searching for Greymane comrades. To win at arm wrestling, players should focus on the screen, practice rapid button pressing, read their opponent's movements, and maintain composure under pressure. This minigame serves as a fun diversion and is important for gathering information and reconnecting with allies.
Marathon review in progress - exquisite gunplay and striking aesthetics cover up some frustrating cracks
AppWizard
March 16, 2026

Marathon review in progress – exquisite gunplay and striking aesthetics cover up some frustrating cracks

Three bags of loot are accompanied by the bio-synthetic remains of their former owners, with pools of blue blood marking the ground. The narrator has transitioned from collaborating with players in Arc Raiders to a more competitive spirit in Marathon. The game features a striking user interface and vibrant aesthetics, but some aspects, like item transitions and menu designs, can be clunky and confusing. The map layouts have engaging points of interest but also feature obstructive barriers. The gunplay is praised for its quality, with balanced gameplay and challenging PvE enemies. PvP encounters have a quick time-to-kill, and environmental dangers add intensity. However, faction quests often rely on repetitive tasks, which can be frustrating despite the compelling narrative elements. The narrator expresses surprise at their engagement with the game and suggests that improvements to the user experience and quest diversity could enhance its longevity.
Claim $45 Worth of Free PC Games In Limited Time Offer
AppWizard
March 13, 2026

Claim $45 Worth of Free PC Games In Limited Time Offer

A selection of complimentary games is available on the Epic Games Store for PC users, including Cozy Grove and Isonzo. Cozy Grove, developed by Spry Fox, is a narrative-driven adventure game that typically retails for .99. It features over 40 hours of gameplay, a Very Positive rating of 90% on Steam, and a score of 71 on MetaCritic. Isonzo, a first-person shooter developed by BlackMill Games, is usually priced at .99 and focuses on World War I battles. It has a Very Positive review score of 86% on Steam and a score of 67 on MetaCritic. Both games are available for free until 3 PM GMT on March 19. After this date, they will be replaced by Electrician Simulator and World of Warships - Epic Anniversary Tachibana Pack.
Marathon feels like the yin to my Arc Raiders yang
AppWizard
March 4, 2026

Marathon feels like the yin to my Arc Raiders yang

In Arc Raiders, players can collaborate through features like proximity chat and shared objectives, while also facing formidable foes. The game emphasizes a relaxed atmosphere with opportunities for camaraderie among players. In contrast, Marathon fosters a competitive mindset, encouraging aggressive interactions and a focus on maximizing player-versus-player effectiveness. The first-person perspective in Marathon aligns with a competitive gameplay style, while the third-person viewpoint in Arc Raiders promotes social interaction and community engagement. Both games provide safety nets for players to recover lost resources, but they offer distinctly different experiences in terms of gameplay dynamics and player interactions.
Esoteric Ebb Review
AppWizard
March 4, 2026

Esoteric Ebb Review

Esoteric Ebb is a role-playing game inspired by Disco Elysium, focusing on exploration rather than combat, and features a narrative rich in literary and political themes. The game blends narrative depth with mechanics similar to Dungeons & Dragons. - Price: £21 - Release Date: March 3, 2026 - Developer: Christoffer Bodegård - Publisher: Raw Fury - Reviewed on: Steam Deck, Windows 11 (Core i5 12600K, RX 9070 XT, 32GB RAM) - Steam Deck: Verified - Official site link available Gameplay includes strategic challenges, such as an early ambush by an assassin where players can use spells creatively. Some minor complaints include a cluttered user interface on the Steam Deck, cumbersome inventory management, typographic errors, and occasional UI glitches. There are also reports of bugged feats affecting gameplay. Despite these issues, the game is considered compelling for RPG enthusiasts and offers good value for its price.
Capcom ditches Resident Evil 4 Remake's new, performance-choking DRM
AppWizard
March 3, 2026

Capcom ditches Resident Evil 4 Remake’s new, performance-choking DRM

Capcom's recent decision to replace Denuvo DRM with Enigma Protector for the Resident Evil 4 Remake lasted only 28 days due to performance issues reported by players. Digital Foundry confirmed that CPU performance suffered compared to the Denuvo version, leading to a rise in negative reviews despite the game maintaining a high Steam user score. On March 3, Capcom removed Enigma Protector from Resident Evil 4, leaving the game without any third-party DRM currently listed on its Steam page. There is no indication that Denuvo has been reinstated. GOG offers DRM-free alternatives but does not host Resident Evil 4 or the newly released Requiem.
Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II, and More
AppWizard
March 3, 2026

Coming to Xbox Game Pass: Cyberpunk 2077, Planet of Lana II, and More

Final Fantasy III is available on Cloud, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, and PC Game Pass. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is also available on the same platforms under the same subscriptions. Upcoming games include to a T on March 4, EA Sports F1 25 on March 4, Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf on March 5, Construction Simulator on March 10, Cyberpunk 2077 on March 10, Hollow Knight: Silksong on March 12, and DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse: Ready to Party on March 17. Diablo II: Resurrected became available on February 11 for Cloud, Console, and PC. Call of Duty: Warzone Black Ops Royale will be updated on March 13. Game Pass members can claim a complimentary in-game bundle for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Call of Duty: Warzone. Titles leaving the Game Pass library on March 15 include Bratz Rhythm & Style, Enter the Gungeon, F1 23, He is Coming, Lightyear Frontier, and Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island.
GoLocalProv | Sports | #7 PC Hockey Stays Hot, Sweeping the Vermont Catamounts
AppWizard
February 23, 2026

GoLocalProv | Sports | #7 PC Hockey Stays Hot, Sweeping the Vermont Catamounts

The Providence College Hockey Friars swept the Vermont Catamounts with scores of 5-2 and 5-3, achieving their 20th and 21st wins of the season. Coach Nate Leaman reached his ninth season with twenty or more wins. The Friars now lead the Hockey East standings with 48 points. In the first game, the Friars scored two goals after an early Vermont goal, with Tanner Adams sealing the victory with an empty-net goal. In the second game, Hudson Malinoski scored two goals and completed a hat trick, while the Friars' goalie, Parsons, made 24 saves. The Friars have a 12-3-1 record in away games this season, and Parsons has a record of 12-2-1 with a 2.09 goals against average and a .920 save percentage. The Friars will play the University of New Hampshire next weekend and their last regular-season game is scheduled for March 7th against UConn. Boston College recently defeated UConn 2-1 in front of a large crowd, and there is interest in hosting a PC-BC matchup at the AMP.
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