Soft & games news and updates for all platforms Page 334

27 Jul 2024

"Neckbreak: A Challenging Cyberpunk FPS Inspired by John Wick Series"

"Neckbreak," a cyberpunk first-person shooter inspired by John Wick, is set in 2049's Crimson Tide. The game features challenging, fast-paced combat, best navigated with a mouse and keyboard. Despite clunky console controls, it offers 12 endings and a gritty world for exploration.

27 Jul 2024

Google Play Store Adds Location-Based Recommendations for Local Content

The Google Play Store is launching a feature that recommends local content based on a device’s location, including apps and offers. Users have the option to disable this feature in the Play Store settings or via the Android Settings app.

27 Jul 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Confirmed as Steam Deck Verified

BioWare has confirmed that Dragon Age: The Veilguard is now Steam Deck Verified, enabling players to experience the game seamlessly on the Steam Deck platform. This development expands accessibility for fans of the popular RPG series.

27 Jul 2024

Epic Games Raises Concerns Over Samsung's Auto Blocker Feature

Epic Games is challenging Samsung's "Auto Blocker" feature in the One UI 6.1.1 update, which blocks apps from unauthorized sources on Galaxy phones. This could affect Fortnite installations. Epic plans to offer Fortnite on third-party app stores and may launch the Epic Games Store for Android.

26 Jul 2024

GeForce NOW Expands Library with Skyrim Special Edition and Eight More Games

GeForce NOW adds Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition and eight other games to its library. Members can earn a one-day priority code through World of Warships challenges. Summer sale offers 50% off memberships. Free subscription allows one hour of play, while Priority and Ultimate offer extended hours.

26 Jul 2024

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Hits Three Million Sales in Eleven Months

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon has achieved significant commercial success, selling over three million copies within eleven months of its release. This milestone underscores the game's strong market performance and positive reception among consumers.

26 Jul 2024

Cathleen Nilson Named New CFO of Xsolla, Brings Extensive Experience

Cathleen Nilson has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer of Xsolla. She brings extensive experience from top companies including EA, Samsung, and Google, positioning her to drive financial strategy and growth for the company.

26 Jul 2024

CrowdStrike Warns of New Threat Actor Targeting German Customers

CrowdStrike warns of a new threat actor targeting German customers via spear-phishing. The campaign uses a fake CrowdStrike Crash Reporter installer from an imposter website. The installer, requiring a password, has an unknown final payload and demonstrates advanced operational security practices.

26 Jul 2024

Windows 11 Insider Preview Adds New Features for Android Smartphone Users

Microsoft has introduced new features for Windows 11 Insider Preview participants, allowing Android smartphone integration. Users need Android 11 and the beta Link to Windows app version 1.24071 or higher. Deleted files move to a new trash folder on the phone, which empties after five days.

26 Jul 2024

Star Wars Outlaws Gameplay Leak Sparks Cautious Optimism Among Fans

Star Wars Outlaws experienced a significant leak, revealing 13 minutes of gameplay. The footage has sparked excitement and cautious optimism among fans, showcasing a glossy open world with collectibles and outposts to conquer.

26 Jul 2024

Fallout London Launch Faces Crashes to Desktop, Players Report Issues

Players of Fallout London face crashes to desktop on launch day, with many expressing frustrations on Reddit. Issues include frequent crashes and being stuck on the loading screen. The root cause remains unaddressed by the mod developers.

26 Jul 2024

Virtual Masia App Launches for Culer Gamers on iOS and Android

Virtual Masia for Culer gamers is a new app for iOS and Android where users can play video games, enter tournaments, and socialize with Barça fans. Featuring virtual hosts Pau and Gemma, the app aims to become the largest gaming nursery globally, offering missions and official Barça Games tournaments.

26 Jul 2024

Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance Offers Fresh Challenges and High Replayability

Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance, a new tower defense game, lets players control both good and evil forces against a rising threat. Featuring new towers, powers, and heroes, it offers improved visuals and balanced difficulty. Despite in-game purchase issues, its high replayability makes it captivating.

26 Jul 2024

AYANEO Announces Pre-Orders for New Pocket DMG and Pocket Micro Consoles

AYANEO is launching pre-orders for two new handheld game consoles, the AYANEO Pocket DMG and AYANEO Pocket Micro. The Pocket DMG features a Snapdragon G3x Gen 2 processor and a 3.92 inch OLED display, while the Pocket Micro offers portability with a 3.5 inch IPS LCD display and Helio G99 processor.

26 Jul 2024

Microsoft Releases Update to Fix Windows 10 Memory Leak Issues

Windows 10 users faced app crashes and memory overloads due to a memory leak in Windows Defender Application Control on version 22H2. Microsoft's preview update KB5040525 aims to resolve these issues and will be part of the August Patch Tuesday update.

26 Jul 2024

Windows Updates KB5040427 and KB5040525 Cause Issues for Users

Microsoft has identified issues with updates KB5040427 and KB5040525 affecting Windows 10 and 11. KB5040427 impacts systems with BitLocker encryption, requiring a recovery key. KB5040525, an optional update, is causing memory issues and application crashes. Users are advised to ignore KB5040525 for now.

26 Jul 2024

Businesses Urged to Strengthen Defenses Against Advanced Darkgate Malware

The Darkgate Autoit Converter Crypter is a new sophisticated malware that bypasses Windows Defender and most antivirus programs. It supports native and .NET payloads, changes code on each build, and includes advanced evasion techniques. Organizations are urged to strengthen their defenses.

26 Jul 2024

Microsoft Investigates BitLocker Issue in July Patch for Windows Users

Users of Windows 10, 11, and Server may face a blue screen requesting a BitLocker encryption recovery key after the July Patch Tuesday update. Microsoft is investigating and offers a workaround to enter the recovery key for normal boot-up. Various versions of Windows are affected.

26 Jul 2024

CrowdStrike Addresses Bug After Faulty Update Causes Global Windows Crashes

CrowdStrike's July 19 software update caused Windows devices to crash due to a bug in its cloud-based testing system. Millions of computers, primarily in Europe and Asia, were affected. CrowdStrike is implementing new checks and a staggered approach to prevent future incidents.

25 Jul 2024

Microsoft Resolves Windows 10 Update Issue Affecting Enterprise Networks

Microsoft has addressed a Windows 10 update issue affecting Microsoft Connected Cache node discovery on enterprise networks. The resolution is included in the KB5040525 July 2024 preview update for Windows 10 22H2.

25 Jul 2024

Microsoft Introduces Sudo for Windows 11 Version 24H2, Enhancing Security

Microsoft is set to introduce Sudo for Windows in the upcoming Windows 11 version 24H2. This feature allows users to execute programs with specific security rights, offering finer control over permissions and logging compared to the existing RunAs command. Sudo must be enabled before use.

25 Jul 2024

Google to Introduce AI-Powered Scam Call Detection in Phone App

Google is developing Gemini Nano-powered scam call detection for its Phone app, codenamed "Sharpie." This opt-in feature uses AI to distinguish scams from spam, aiming to protect vulnerable users from fraudulent calls.

25 Jul 2024

Cybercriminals Exploit Telegram; Company Issues Patch for EvilVideo Exploit

Cybercriminals exploit Telegram for illegitimate monetary schemes, such as fake app stores and malware distribution. Telegram released a patch for the EvilVideo exploit, urging users to update. Android users are safeguarded by Google Play Protect.

25 Jul 2024

Google Play Store Introduces Collections to Enhance User Experience

Google Play Store introduces Collections, a feature that groups content from multiple installed apps into themed widgets. It organizes content into categories like Watch, Listen, and Shop, and personalizes recommendations based on user behavior, encouraging app engagement and downloads.

25 Jul 2024

Shift Up Seeks Combat Designers for Stellar Blade PC Port and DLC

Shift Up is actively recruiting combat designers for the PC port and upcoming DLC of Stellar Blade. This move aims to enhance gameplay and expand content, reflecting the company's commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences.

25 Jul 2024

Skull and Bones to Launch on Steam in August 2024, Expanding Player Base

Skull and Bones, a pirate fantasy game, will launch on Steam on August 22, 2024, after six months of exclusivity on the Epic Game Store and Ubisoft Connect. This move is expected to boost the game’s potential player base.

25 Jul 2024

Game Cruelty Squad Challenges Traditional Game Design Norms

Cruelty Squad, a game challenging traditional aesthetics and design, allows players to trade human organs on the stock market, invest in unique items like an ammunition gland, and purchase high-value assets such as a countryside house.

25 Jul 2024

Hunt: Showdown to Launch Major Update with New Map and Enhanced Graphics

Hunt: Showdown will launch a major update in August, featuring a new map, Mammon’s Gulch, set in Colorado. The update transitions to CryEngine 5.11, enhancing visuals and adding new graphical options. Additional improvements include map enhancements, progression, cosmetics, audio, UI, perks, and more.

25 Jul 2024

Stalker 2 Release Delayed to November 20 Due to Technical Issues

Stalker 2's release is postponed to November 20 due to technical issues. The development team is addressing unexpected bugs. Despite challenges, anticipation remains high. A developer deep dive on August 12 will provide exclusive content and insights into the game's development process.

25 Jul 2024

Stellar Blade May Be Coming to PC, Sparking Excitement and Controversy

Stellar Blade, a controversial PlayStation game, may soon be released on PC. A job listing for a combat designer has sparked speculation about a PC port and possible DLC. The game previously faced controversy over racist art and censorship, leading to refund requests from fans.

Minecraft Expands Horizons with New Movie-Inspired Mod

Apps & Games news for all platforms Page 334

"Neckbreak: A Challenging Cyberpunk FPS Inspired by John Wick Series"

Google Play Store Adds Location-Based Recommendations for Local Content

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Confirmed as Steam Deck Verified

Epic Games Raises Concerns Over Samsung's Auto Blocker Feature

GeForce NOW Expands Library with Skyrim Special Edition and Eight More Games

Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Hits Three Million Sales in Eleven Months

Cathleen Nilson Named New CFO of Xsolla, Brings Extensive Experience

CrowdStrike Warns of New Threat Actor Targeting German Customers

Windows 11 Insider Preview Adds New Features for Android Smartphone Users

Star Wars Outlaws Gameplay Leak Sparks Cautious Optimism Among Fans

Fallout London Launch Faces Crashes to Desktop, Players Report Issues

Virtual Masia App Launches for Culer Gamers on iOS and Android

Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance Offers Fresh Challenges and High Replayability

AYANEO Announces Pre-Orders for New Pocket DMG and Pocket Micro Consoles

Microsoft Releases Update to Fix Windows 10 Memory Leak Issues

Windows Updates KB5040427 and KB5040525 Cause Issues for Users

Businesses Urged to Strengthen Defenses Against Advanced Darkgate Malware

Microsoft Investigates BitLocker Issue in July Patch for Windows Users

CrowdStrike Addresses Bug After Faulty Update Causes Global Windows Crashes

Microsoft Resolves Windows 10 Update Issue Affecting Enterprise Networks

Microsoft Introduces Sudo for Windows 11 Version 24H2, Enhancing Security

Google to Introduce AI-Powered Scam Call Detection in Phone App

Cybercriminals Exploit Telegram; Company Issues Patch for EvilVideo Exploit

Google Play Store Introduces Collections to Enhance User Experience

Shift Up Seeks Combat Designers for Stellar Blade PC Port and DLC

Skull and Bones to Launch on Steam in August 2024, Expanding Player Base

Game Cruelty Squad Challenges Traditional Game Design Norms

Hunt: Showdown to Launch Major Update with New Map and Enhanced Graphics

Stalker 2 Release Delayed to November 20 Due to Technical Issues

Stellar Blade May Be Coming to PC, Sparking Excitement and Controversy

Recent post

Minecraft Expands Horizons with New Movie-Inspired Mod

How to Create a Budget in GnuCash

PC Gaming Show Highlights 50 New Games This June

Steve Utilizes Diamond Armor to Combat Darkness in New Business Venture

FM26: Early Access and Discount Available Now