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August 11, 2025

Rod Fergusson is leaving Blizzard

Rod Fergusson, the general manager of the Diablo franchise, has announced his departure from Blizzard Entertainment. He joined Blizzard in February 2020 after over 15 years with the Gears of War franchise. Fergusson expressed fulfillment in his time at Blizzard, having driven the Diablo franchise forward with four major launches. Xbox head Phil Spencer acknowledged Fergusson's contributions to the franchise. The future leadership of the Diablo franchise at Blizzard remains uncertain.

AppWizard

August 11, 2025

This week in PC games: deep-sea roguelite raids, first-person horror cookery, and a spruced-up Dawn of War

Edwin is on a brief hiatus and prefers to be addressed as "Dr. Edwin" during meetings. He expects others to turn off their cameras and mute themselves if they forget. This week’s overview of new PC game releases includes: - Nebelmer: A compact open-world explorer that won Best Student Game at the Belgian Game Awards. - Echoes of the End: A narrative-rich fantasy hack-and-slash game inspired by Iceland's landscapes. - Abyssus: A 4-player roguelike co-op shooter set in sunken temples. - Dungeon Stalkers: An early access "extraction PvPvE dungeon crawler" with puzzling elements. - Alchemy of the Earth: A game where players mix potions to fend off skeletons. - Stomach: A survival horror cooking game set on an abandoned cruise ship. This week is quiet due to Edwin and Nic being on leave, while Mark plays Mafia: The Old Country. Gamescom is approaching.

AppWizard

August 11, 2025

‘You’ll now be at the mercy of what loot you can find’: Rust’s latest update brings back hardcore mode tougher than ever, removing the ability to craft guns entirely

The "Hardcore update" for the survival game Rust reintroduces elements that increase gameplay intensity, including the fog of war on the map, requiring players to explore without a detailed layout. Players must craft a compass to mark their location, which only shows their position. Respawn cooldowns have increased to 15 minutes for sleeping bags and 10 minutes for beds, while base upkeep costs have doubled. Firearm crafting is completely banned in hardcore mode, with ammunition crafting costs significantly higher. The update also includes a redesigned game menu, optimized loading times (up to 65% faster), improved metal detector functionality, and visual upgrades. Additionally, the price of Rust has been halved from £35 to £17.50 to attract new players.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Hell is Us is getting a free demo for PC and console ahead of the game’s release

A free demo for Hell is Us will be released on August 12, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S, ahead of the game's official launch on September 4. The demo will feature 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, an improvement from the previous demo released in June. Hell is Us, announced in 2022, is a third-person action-adventure game focusing on melee combat in a semi-open world filled with supernatural entities, where players navigate without traditional navigation tools. The game is set in a nation affected by civil war and a mysterious calamity that has unleashed supernatural creatures. Players will use a drone and a sword to combat these foes. The game's theme explores the cycle of human violence fueled by emotions. Hell is Us is available for pre-purchase, with the Deluxe Edition offering early access to the full game.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Peregrino: A Brutal, Yet Stylish, Survival-Management Game

On August 6, a new survival-management game titled Peregrino was announced for PC. The game features isometric gameplay where players guide a caravan of pilgrims through a harsh landscape, making decisions that significantly impact the group's survival. It includes a cast of characters with unique motivations and emotional backgrounds, and players must manage resources while facing moral dilemmas. The game emphasizes emotional and strategic implications of choices, contrasting with lighter titles in the genre. Visually, it employs a painterly aesthetic with a muted color palette and haunting soundscapes, enhancing the immersive experience. Peregrino focuses on endurance and adaptation rather than empire-building, with characters evolving based on player decisions. The game is currently in development and does not have a confirmed release date.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Latest Humble bundle contains some of the best PC titles from WB Games

Humble has released a refreshed version of its WB Play the Legends collection, featuring two pricing tiers. The first tier, priced at £5.24 / 6€, includes seven games, such as Batman: Arkham Asylum GOTY and Batman: Arkham City GOTY. The second tier, priced at £8.98 / 10.28€, includes 16 games, featuring Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate Edition and Batman: Arkham Knight Premium Edition. The bundle is available until August 27 and proceeds will benefit the Raiden Science Foundation, which funds research into rare pediatric illnesses.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Humble is selling Batman: Arkham City, Shadow of Mordor, and 14 more PC games for just $12

Humble is offering a bundle of 16 titles from Warner Bros. Games for a limited time until August 27th, supporting the Raiden Science Foundation. The bundle includes notable games such as Batman: Arkham City, Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, and the upcoming Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. It features various genres, including open-world adventures, fighting games, and first-person shooters. Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor is highlighted for its innovative Nemesis System, which enhances gameplay by allowing enemies to remember past encounters. Other notable titles in the bundle include Batman: Arkham Asylum, Mad Max, and the Mortal Kombat series. Most games are provided in their most content-complete versions.

AppWizard

August 6, 2025

Ashes of the Singularity 2 announced for PC

Oxide Games and Stardock announced Ashes of the Singularity 2, set for a PC release in 2026. The sequel will introduce human factions into the storyline, featuring the United Earth Forces battling against AI and Post-Humans. It will include a single-player campaign, cooperative and multiplayer modes, and new gameplay mechanics. Stardock CEO Brad Wardell highlighted the community's request for a human faction, which was not feasible in the first game due to technical limitations.

AppWizard

August 6, 2025

PSA: Persona 5 Royale is cheaper than it’s ever been on PC right now, and you get 7 other games thrown in

The current monthly Humble Choice bundle features Persona 5 Royal at a subscription price, which is lower than its previous all-time low. The bundle includes seven additional games. Persona 5 Royal has been described as an evolution of the modern God of War formula with a dual-protagonist system and received a score of 94/100 in a 2022 review, highlighting its engaging battles and story.

TrendTechie

August 3, 2025

Главное за 3 августа ⟩ Заблокирован популярный торрент-трекер, черный день на дорогах и роскошная яхта в Риге

The National Council for Electronic Media (NEPLP) blocked access to the Russian torrent site kinozal.tv. The cruise yacht Ilma made its inaugural visit to the Port of Riga on August 2. A traffic accident resulted in two fatalities. A Riga resident, Lana, faced discomfort during her hotel stay in Ventspils and received a request from hotel management to stop public commentary after her negative review. The Prosecutor's Office charged a man with sexual assault against minors at a closed children's home in Kurzeme. Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies uncovered a corruption scheme involving a Rada member and military administration heads. Kremlin propagandists claimed Ukraine is a pawn in a larger conflict. A two-year-old girl died in an accident at the Aquagan water park in Croatia. Former President Trump announced the deployment of two nuclear submarines. The Krašennikov volcano erupted for the first time in recorded history without affecting populated areas. The Summer Sound festival in Liepāja is the largest beach festival in the Baltic region. Travelers faced flight cancellations from airBaltic. RUS TVNET covers celebrity gossip and relationship dynamics, particularly regarding narcissistic behavior.