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27 Aug 2025

Call of Duty's Return to PC Game Pass Brings Caution

Call of Duty: WW2 returns to PC Game Pass after cyber threats caused removal. Microsoft acquired Activision Blizzard and added the game to Xbox and PC platforms, but players face potential risks. Community verification is advised before online play resumes.

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27 Aug 2025

Silksong's Surprise Release Disrupts Indie Game Timelines

Unexpected launch of Silksong prompts indie developers to reschedule releases, avoiding competition in crowded market. Several games announce delays, adjusting strategies to navigate the changing landscape and stay clear of Silksong's influential launch.

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27 Aug 2025

Düsseldorf Farm Thrives with Vintage Windows 95 System

A Düsseldorf chicken farm continues relying on an egg-counting machine powered by Windows 95, emphasizing the reliability of legacy software.

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27 Aug 2025

Entropy Merges JRPG Tactics with Dark Fantasy Horror

Entropy, a new tactical RPG, blends JRPG-inspired combat with dark fantasy, set in a chilling world reminiscent of Elder Scrolls. It launches on Steam in 2026.

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27 Aug 2025

March of Giants Introduces Unique Steampunk MOBA Experience

Amazon's March of Giants blends MOBA and strategy, evoking Attack on Titan with its epic-scale battles and tactical gameplay in a steampunk world.

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27 Aug 2025

Soulstice Now Available for Under $5 in New Bundle Offer

Explore the gothic world of Soulstice, now part of Fanatical's Blazing Bundle, delivering gothic horror and action-packed gameplay alongside other indie titles.

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27 Aug 2025

Windows 10 Security Updates Available Until October 2025

Microsoft begins rolling out Windows 10 Extended Security Updates to ensure continued protection until October 14, 2025, amid criticism over upgrade policies.

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27 Aug 2025

Ransomware Elevates Threat Level Amid AI Advances

Ransomware attacks have surged by 70% in 2025 as AI boosts malicious code creation. New variants like PromptLock evade detection by using local language models, challenging traditional cybersecurity measures.

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27 Aug 2025

Voyagers Revolutionizes No Man's Sky with Ship Interior Upgrades

The new Voyagers update introduces innovative Corvette-class ships to No Man's Sky, allowing for detailed interior customization and multiplayer interaction.

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27 Aug 2025

Warhammer Patch 6.3 Boosts Tomb Kings and Lizardmen Dynamics

Patch 6.3 for Warhammer 3 revitalizes factions like Tomb Kings and Lizardmen by introducing major adjustments, new locations, and cosmetic improvements, enhancing gameplay and player experience.

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27 Aug 2025

Stalker 2 Developers Focus on DLC and Game Enhancements

GSC Game World is actively developing the first DLC for Stalker 2 as it improves the survival shooter through a comprehensive roadmap, ensuring ongoing technical updates and player engagement.

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27 Aug 2025

Fishing Returns in Haunted Chocolatier Game Update

The much-awaited mini-game fishing makes its way into Haunted Chocolatier, offering a revamped experience with an updated art style and new gameplay.

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27 Aug 2025

Konami Responds to Bug Reports in MGS Delta Snake Eater

Konami is investigating crashes and bugs reported in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater during early access, affecting its Mostly Positive Steam rating.

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27 Aug 2025

Microsoft Releases Update KB5063842 for Windows 10 Users

Update KB5063842 for Windows 10 focuses on minor fixes, introduces outbound network traffic blocking and Windows Backup for organizations.

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27 Aug 2025

Wordle Daily Puzzle Offers Strategic Challenge for Players

Wordle engages daily users with its word-finding challenge. Players transform vague clues into correct answers such as August 27's 'TOWER.' Innovative tactics and growing popularity highlight its cultural impact. Daily reflection underscores Wordle's unique blend of fun and intellect.

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27 Aug 2025

Neptunia Game Maker Launches on Multiple Platforms

Neptunia Game Maker R:Evolution debuts on PC via Steam and consoles, offering creative gameplay with character designs by Tsunako and Katsuyuki Hirano. Players aid Older Neptune in reviving a gaming company through innovative mechanics and action-packed combat.

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27 Aug 2025

Windows 11 Enhances Cross Device Experience with New Feature

Windows 11 introduces Cross Device Resume, enhancing app continuity between PCs and Android devices, starting with Spotify. This feature, in testing, requires Phone Link and Link to Windows, aiming for wider developer support.

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27 Aug 2025

Weekly Insights: Latest Developments in Кибербезопасность

This week in кибербезопасность: phishing scams cost millions, Efimer trojan spreads, dam security breached, and auto dealer vulnerabilities exposed.

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27 Aug 2025

Efimer Trojan Poses as Torrents to Steal Cryptocurrency

Efimer spreads via torrent files, targeting poorly protected sites to steal users' cryptocurrency, warns Kaspersky. Victims have been reported in Russia and other countries.

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27 Aug 2025

Efimer Trojan Targets Vulnerable Business Systems

Efimer is posing as a media player and spreads via phishing emails. Exploiting WordPress sites, it alters crypto transaction addresses. Users in Russia, India, and Europe have been affected.

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27 Aug 2025

Synchronizers: Revolutionizing Real-Time Strategy Mechanics

Synchronizers offers a fresh take on RTS, turning classic elements upside down with reverse tower defense, gardening, and narrative-driven moral choices.

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27 Aug 2025

Pre-order Shinobi: Art of Vengeance with Exclusive Discount

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, a 2D platformer, returns. Pre-order now at Fanatical and save 21%. Immerse in Joe Musashi's quest against Lord Ruze in beautifully designed levels.

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27 Aug 2025

OOBE Enhances Windows Setup with Automatic Quality Updates

Starting next month, OOBE will streamline Windows 11 setups by applying quality updates automatically on Entra-joined devices, improving efficiency for administrators.

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27 Aug 2025

NBA 2K26 Introduces Locker Codes for Early Access Players

As NBA 2K26 approaches its early access launch, players eagerly await the release of locker codes, offering free VC, MyPlayer gear, and more.

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27 Aug 2025

Mini Motorways Introduces New Creative Mode for Players

Mini Motorways adds a Creative Mode, enhancing gameplay with new features. Players can now build custom cities, switch color schemes, and design layouts while managing traffic in this popular minimalist game.

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27 Aug 2025

KCD2 Expansion Launches: Legacy of the Forge Arrives

The Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 expansion, Legacy of the Forge, debuts on September 9, 2025, focusing on blacksmithing, narrative quests, and residence upgrades.

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27 Aug 2025

Paradox Announces New Coronations DLC for Crusader Kings 3

Paradox Interactive unveils the Coronations DLC for Crusader Kings 3. The expansion emphasizes the vital first years of a monarch's reign, offering players strategic options that shape the realm's future.

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27 Aug 2025

Fallout Bakersfield Mod Offers New Take on Classic Game

Fallout Bakersfield, a fan-made mod using Doom's engine, showcases a captivating recreation of the iconic Fallout universe, bringing immersive gameplay to the classic Doom aesthetic.

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27 Aug 2025

Portal Meets Minecraft in New Mod with Level Editor

Portal: Java Edition, a fan remake built in Minecraft, offers 50 puzzles, recreated Portal 2 mechanics, and a level editor. Released on August 22, 2025.

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27 Aug 2025

Wordle Puzzle Uses Clever Hints on August 26, 2025

Wordle's answer for August 26, 2025 is ANNEX, meaning home expansion. The puzzle remains a daily brain exercise, attracting millions with its unique blend of logic and language skills.

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