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The world's first 'standardized gaming test' will see if you can beat an '80s adventure game without a walkthrough—and it'll even monitor you over a webcam to make sure you don't cheat
AppWizard
February 12, 2026

The world’s first ‘standardized gaming test’ will see if you can beat an ’80s adventure game without a walkthrough—and it’ll even monitor you over a webcam to make sure you don’t cheat

Woe Industries has introduced the Adventure Game Aptitude Test (AGAT) to assess players' ability to solve puzzles from 1980s adventure games without modern walkthroughs. The test employs proctoring software, AutoProctor, to monitor participants via webcams and microphones for any violations. It will take place on February 28, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM EST. Successful participants will receive a diploma as a reward. A preliminary quiz is also available for those looking to practice their puzzle-solving skills.
How well do you know classic videogame cheats? See if you can answer these 10 tricky questions
AppWizard
January 16, 2026

How well do you know classic videogame cheats? See if you can answer these 10 tricky questions

A variety of gaming quizzes are available, covering topics such as health bars, in-game currencies, and patch notes. The author reflects on their experience as an intern at a website focused on cheat codes and tips in the mid-2000s, where they verified user submissions for genuine cheats. During that time, they relied on GameFAQs, official guides, and hearsay, occasionally contacting game publishers for hidden cheats. Although the website has become less relevant and cheat codes are not as prominent today, the author expresses nostalgia for that era and introduces a quiz about classic cheats and secrets from the '90s to the 2010s.
Beloved classic PC adventure game returns 23 years on with full remaster, but fans say it doesn't do the original justice
AppWizard
November 10, 2025

Beloved classic PC adventure game returns 23 years on with full remaster, but fans say it doesn’t do the original justice

The remaster of the 2002 game Syberia, announced in May, currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam, with some critics labeling it a "cash grab." Players have expressed disappointment over the remastering process, particularly regarding the unchanged original CG cutscenes, which contrast with the updated graphics. Some fans have humorously noted details like the "aggressively large" mustaches of characters and the placement of an automaton in a significant location. Despite criticisms, the game's charm persists, leading some fans to recommend the original version instead of the remaster. Players can purchase both versions in a bundle for a slightly higher price than the remaster alone. In contrast, the remaster of Amerzone: The Explorer's Legacy, released earlier this year, received a more favorable reception.
To the rapidly aging person reading this: GameFAQs is 30 years old, and people are sharing their memories of the venerable guide hub
AppWizard
November 9, 2025

To the rapidly aging person reading this: GameFAQs is 30 years old, and people are sharing their memories of the venerable guide hub

GameFAQs celebrated its 30th anniversary on November 5, 2023, having been launched on November 5, 1995, as the Video Game FAQ Archive. The site has grown to include over 82,000 guides, more than 178,000 reviews, and 5 million user-uploaded screenshots. Notable contributor StarFighters76 has created over 5,000 custom walkthrough maps over 22 years. GameFAQs remains a valuable resource for gamers, particularly for those playing games released before 2000.
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