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A Game About Digging A Hole
AppWizard
February 10, 2025

A Game About Digging A Hole

A Game About Digging A Hole is developed by Cyberwave and centers on players digging in a garden of a newly purchased house rumored to contain buried treasure. The game features a shovel that can be upgraded, with essential upgrades including a battery pack. Players can discover ores to sell for funding upgrades, and they can also acquire dynamite and lights for their digging efforts. The graphics are simplistic and cheerful, while the audio consists of basic sound effects. The game has a completion time of just over two hours, after which players unlock Achievement mode for replayability. A code was received to write the review.
I can finally finish Naiad two years after I played through its demo thanks to it shadow dropping during the Wholesome Snack showcase
AppWizard
December 11, 2024

I can finally finish Naiad two years after I played through its demo thanks to it shadow dropping during the Wholesome Snack showcase

Naiad is a minimalist adventure game that was officially released during the Wholesome Snack showcase after a demo in 2022. Players take on the role of a river guardian, protecting the ecosystem from human interference and emphasizing environmental conservation. The gameplay involves learning skills from nature, such as swimming like a duck and diving like fish, while completing quests like reuniting lost ducklings with their families. The game's art style is meticulously handcrafted, featuring a minimalist aesthetic with intricate details. Players are encouraged to reflect on their connection to nature while exploring this immersive world.
Windows 11’s taskbar is getting contacts, files, and calendar “companions”
Winsage
November 19, 2024

Windows 11’s taskbar is getting contacts, files, and calendar “companions”

Microsoft is introducing a new feature called Microsoft 365 Companions for the Windows 11 taskbar, which will provide quick access to contacts, files, and calendar appointments. This feature was announced during the Microsoft Ignite 2024 event by Windows chief Pavan Davuluri. The Microsoft 365 Companions will allow users to access their Graph data with a single click. The functionality resembles the existing Phone Link app, which lets users view recent messages, calls, and phone battery status without opening the app. A visual presentation showcased a floating panel of contacts, but it is unclear if third-party developers will be able to integrate their applications into the taskbar. Further clarification from Microsoft is pending.
LEGO Horizon Adventures Review
AppWizard
November 16, 2024

LEGO Horizon Adventures Review

Lego Horizon Adventures is a child-friendly adaptation of Horizon: Zero Dawn, developed by Guerrilla and Studio Gobo, and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC, priced at £59.99. The game follows the journey of the hunter Aloy as she confronts the cult leader Helis, but lacks the depth of the original story, reducing significant themes to mere jokes. Each character has unique abilities, with Aloy using a bow and Erend a hammer, but the levels are repetitive and uninspired, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience. The combat mechanics are simplistic, primarily involving spamming the attack button. The game can be completed in a single day, raising concerns about its value, especially for its price. While visually appealing with smooth animations and vibrant effects, the game may not engage its target audience for long and risks leaving players unsatisfied due to its shallow gameplay.
What PC system do you need to run LEGO Horizon Adventures with 60FPS?
AppWizard
November 15, 2024

What PC system do you need to run LEGO Horizon Adventures with 60FPS?

Sony released LEGO Horizon Adventures on PC, prompting performance tests due to user feedback. The testing system included an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, 32GB DDR5 RAM at 6000MHz, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090, running on Windows 10 64-bit with GeForce driver 566.14. The game supports DLSS 3 Super Resolution and Frame Generation but does not support AMD FSR 3.0 or Intel XeSS. At Native 4K with Epic Settings, the game achieved 47FPS, exceeding 80FPS with DLSS 3 Quality and surpassing 120FPS with DLSS 3 Frame Generation. Adjusting settings to High maintained over 60FPS at Native 4K, with further reductions yielding better performance. High Settings provide a good balance of aesthetics and performance, with minimal visual difference compared to Epic Settings. The game features impressive graphics and a vast interactive world. It is playable at 1080p on Epic or 1440p on High with GPUs like the RTX 3080. The game does not require a high-end CPU, showing minimal CPU usage and infrequent stutters.
Silent Hill 2 Remake’s PC performance isn’t a total horror show, but low-end rigs will shudder
AppWizard
October 7, 2024

Silent Hill 2 Remake’s PC performance isn’t a total horror show, but low-end rigs will shudder

The minimum system requirements for the Silent Hill 2 remake are as follows: - OS: Windows 10 x64 - CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 - RAM: 16GB - GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 5700 - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 50GB (SSD recommended) The recommended system requirements are: - OS: Windows 10 x64 - CPU: Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X - RAM: 16GB - GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 / AMD Radeon 6800 XT - DirectX: Version 12 - Storage: 50GB (SSD recommended) Testing with a GTX 1070 at 1080p on low settings yielded an average of 47fps, while the medium preset maintained 40fps, provided the 16GB RAM threshold and a capable CPU were met. The game supports DLSS and FSR upscalers, improving performance at higher resolutions. Optimal settings for performance include using DLSS on Quality or TSR on Low, medium shadows and shaders quality, with global motion blur turned off. Ray tracing significantly impacts performance, reducing framerates.
Microsoft gives a sneak peek into how Windows may look in the future
Winsage
September 20, 2024

Microsoft gives a sneak peek into how Windows may look in the future

Microsoft is introducing a new design philosophy called "Fluent" to refresh the aesthetic of its products. This initiative focuses on five core elements: humanity, color and gradients, dimension, sophistication, and playfulness, aiming to enhance user experience by aligning visual presentation with functionality. The Fluent art style is expected to transform user interaction with Microsoft applications and operating systems, although specific implementation details are not yet disclosed. Microsoft aims to reduce cognitive load caused by previous design styles that closely mirrored written content, which led to confusion and mental fatigue. The company believes that a more intentional harmony between visual elements and text will alleviate this strain. While the timeline for these design changes is uncertain, Microsoft is confident in its evolving design philosophy.
Bit Reactor has a Star Wars tactical strategy game in the works, 15 XCOM veterans on its team, and an ambitious vision for the future of the genre
AppWizard
June 20, 2024

Bit Reactor has a Star Wars tactical strategy game in the works, 15 XCOM veterans on its team, and an ambitious vision for the future of the genre

- Bit Reactor is a new studio founded by former Firaxis developers, with 15 members of the team being veterans of the XCOM series. - The studio is working on a Star Wars tactical strategy game that aims to innovate in the genre by focusing on immersion, storytelling, visual presentation, and pacing. - The team is also focused on making the game accessible to a wider audience without compromising on tactical depth. - The game is being published by Respawn, who is providing major support and facilitating a close working relationship with LucasFilm, but is hands-off when it comes to the game's design. - The developers at Bit Reactor are passionate about tactical strategy games and are dedicated to continuing to make games in this genre.
A shooter that combines the ultra-violence of DOOM with the fast-paced gameplay of Hades? Sign me up
Winsage
April 13, 2024

A shooter that combines the ultra-violence of DOOM with the fast-paced gameplay of Hades? Sign me up

- PlaySide Studios has announced a new game called Kill Knight, a top-down action shooter where players control an undead knight fighting through demons to vanquish The Last Angel. - The game draws inspiration from classic arcade shooters like DOOM and Hades and will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam in 2024. - Players can customize their loadout with guns, swords, and armor to survive the demon onslaught and must amass an arsenal to stand a chance against the challenging gameplay. - After completing the main storyline, Kill Knight offers new modes and challenges to keep players engaged, including Master Mode and global leaderboards. - The game's visual presentation merges classic shooter aesthetics with modern polish, creating a minimalist yet haunting atmosphere.
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