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28 Jun 2024

0patch Extends Windows 10 Lifespan with Additional Security Updates

0patch is extending Windows 10's lifespan by at least five years with its own security updates, starting immediately after Microsoft's standard support ends. This service aims to provide continued security for users beyond the official support period.

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28 Jun 2024

Microsoft Addresses Windows Security Vulnerabilities After June Breach

In June 2023, a Chinese hacking group, Storm-0558, exploited vulnerabilities in Microsoft’s Exchange Online to steal US government secure messages, raising concerns about Windows security.

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28 Jun 2024

0Patch to Extend Windows 10 Support with Security Patches Until 2030

0Patch has committed to extending Windows 10 support by providing security patches until at least 2030, offering users a reliable alternative to Microsoft's limited options.

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28 Jun 2024

Laptop Discounts Highlight Best Buy Member Deal Days for My Best Buy Plus

Best Buy's Member Deal Days offer significant laptop discounts for My Best Buy Plus members. Windows laptops, MacBooks, and Chromebooks are included. Highlights: Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 for $599, 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 Pro at $2,149, and Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 with RTX 4090 GPU discounted by $500.

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28 Jun 2024

Sunless Skies: A Hauntingly Beautiful Gothic Rendition of Celestial Landscapes

Sunless Skies: Sovereign Edition, a narrative-driven RPG, offers a hauntingly beautiful, gothic rendition of a fallen London. Players navigate celestial landscapes, making choices that shape their fate and their crew's, blending cosmic horror with Victorian sensibilities.

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28 Jun 2024

Valve Reveals May's Most Profitable Game Releases on Steam

Valve has announced the most profitable game releases on Steam for May. Leading titles include Ghost of Tsushima, Hades II, Songs of Conquest, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, and Little Kitty, Big City, all achieving significant profitability within their first two weeks.

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28 Jun 2024

Steam Summer Sale Offers Discounts on Curated Selection of PC Games

The Steam Summer Sale features discounts on PC games, including a curated selection of 22 "all-time greats" with up to 90% off. Highlights include Ghost Recon Wildlands, Humankind, and Batman: Arkham Knight.

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28 Jun 2024

Microsoft Releases KB5039299 Update for Windows 10 Bug Fixes

Microsoft has released the KB5039299 update for Windows 10, focusing on quality improvements and bug fixes. This update aims to enhance system stability and performance by addressing various issues reported by users.

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27 Jun 2024

Windows 11 Update Pulled Due to Boot Loops Linked to Virtualization

Microsoft has paused the Windows 11 update due to boot loops and startup failures. The issue, linked to virtualization, affects devices using virtual machine tools. The update included enhancements like the Show Desktop button. Microsoft is working to resolve the problem.

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27 Jun 2024

Steam Summer Sale: Massive Discounts on Popular Games Up to 90% Off

The Steam Summer Sale features massive discounts on popular games, offering up to 90% off titles like Batman: Arkham Knight, Disco Elysium, Middle-Earth: Shadow of War, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.

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27 Jun 2024

AMD Unveils FSR 3.1 for Enhanced Sony PlayStation Studios PC Games

AMD has launched FSR 3.1 for Sony PlayStation Studios PC games, improving graphics and frame rates. Currently, five Sony PlayStation Studios PC games support this update, with additional titles expected to follow.

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27 Jun 2024

Frostpunk 2 Release Delayed to September 20 After Beta Feedback

11 Bit Studios has delayed Frostpunk 2's release date from July 25 to September 20, following beta feedback. Changes include workforce management adjustments, UI overhaul, crisis management abilities, district reshaping, and the new "Zoom Stories" feature to observe citizens' daily lives.

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27 Jun 2024

Steam Summer Sale 2024 Offers Discounts for PC Gamers Until July 11

The Steam Summer Sale of 2024 features discounts on games and DLC for PC gamers, including new releases and popular titles. Running until July 11, the event offers two weeks of savings.

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27 Jun 2024

Pocket Casts Desktop Apps Update: Version 2.0 for Mac and Windows Released

Pocket Casts has launched a significant update for its paid Mac and Windows users. Version 2 of the desktop apps features an updated rendering engine and improved performance. The Pocket Casts Desktop App 2.0 for Mac is now available for download.

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27 Jun 2024

Fattigfossen Anarchy Minecraft Server Evolves into Lawless Landscape

Fattigfossen Anarchy, a Minecraft server, has evolved into a lawless landscape, offering players unrestricted freedom to explore, build, and interact in a unique virtual environment.

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27 Jun 2024

Steam Summer Sale 2024: Big Discounts and Daily Stickers Available

The 2024 Steam Summer Sale features big discounts on games and Steam Decks, plus daily stickers to collect. Notable deals include Batman: Arkham Knight and Civilization 6. The sale runs until July 11, with limited availability on clearance items.

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27 Jun 2024

Crunchyroll Game Vault Expands with New Visual Novels and More Titles

Crunchyroll Game Vault expands with 15 new additions, featuring titles like Battle Chasers: Nightwar and Evan's Remains. Mega and Ultimate Fan members can now enjoy exclusive, ad-free games. Crunchyroll also partners with Mages to introduce visual novels to its growing library.

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27 Jun 2024

Sunless Skies Now Free on Epic Game Store, Rated 87 on Metacritic

Sunless Skies, a critically acclaimed game with an 87 Metacritic rating, is now available for free on the Epic Game Store. This offer provides a great opportunity for gamers to explore this popular title without any cost.

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27 Jun 2024

Microsoft, Qualcomm Launch AI-Ready PCs, Intensifying Intel Competition

Microsoft and Qualcomm have introduced Copilot Plus PCs, featuring improved battery life and AI-ready Snapdragon X Elite and Plus chips. This development intensifies competition with Intel, as the new devices offer performance comparable to a MacBook Air, challenging Intel to innovate further.

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27 Jun 2024

Microsoft Pauses Windows 11 23H2 Update Over Forced Restart Issue in Virtualization

Microsoft has paused the Windows 11 23H2 update rollout due to a forced restart issue impacting PCs with virtualization.

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27 Jun 2024

Microsoft Withdraws Optional Update Due to Reboot Loop Bug in Virtualization

Microsoft has withdrawn optional update KB5039302 for Windows 11 after reports of a reboot loop bug. The issue primarily affects PCs using virtualization, but other systems may also be impacted. Microsoft is addressing the problem ahead of the July 2024 cumulative update release.

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27 Jun 2024

Fourth of July Discounts Boost Laptop Sales Across Major Retailers

Fourth of July sales offer significant discounts on laptops from major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy. Shoppers can find deals on popular models including the Apple MacBook Air and HP Spectre Two-in-One. This holiday is an excellent opportunity to save hundreds on high-quality laptops.

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27 Jun 2024

Windows 11 Installation Issue Causes Bootloop; Microsoft Pauses Update

After installing the June non-security preview update (KB5039302), some Windows 11 PCs are encountering an installation issue, causing them to fail to start or enter a bootloop. Microsoft has paused the update rollout and is actively working on a solution.

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27 Jun 2024

Valve Unveils Game Recording Feature on Steam for Gameplay Footage

Valve has launched a Game Recording feature on Steam, offering Background Recording, On Demand Recording, Replay mode, and clipping options. This new tool is designed to capture gameplay footage efficiently, utilizing Nvidia and AMD graphics cards to minimize resource usage.

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27 Jun 2024

Windows Updates Bug Causes System Failures, Microsoft Investigates

Microsoft's recent Windows updates have led to system failures, with users experiencing infinite restarts. The bug affects Windows 11 and 10, particularly on virtual machines. Microsoft has paused the update distribution and is investigating the issue.

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27 Jun 2024

Riot Games Announces Alpha Test for New Fighting Game with Runeterra Characters

Riot Games is developing 2XKO, a new fighting game featuring characters from Runeterra. The first alpha test runs from August 8 to August 19, 2024. Players can register for a chance to participate. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5.

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27 Jun 2024

Strange Scaffold Unveils Clickolding: An Unconventional Incremental Narrative Game

Strange Scaffold's new game, Clickolding, is an incremental narrative game featuring a mysterious masked figure. The unconventional approach challenges traditional gaming norms. Launching on Steam July 16, it promises a unique, unsettling experience.

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27 Jun 2024

Valve Introduces Game Recording Beta for Steam Overlay and Timeline Games

Valve launches Game Recording beta for PC and Steam Deck, enabling gameplay capture via Steam Overlay. Users can record, edit, and share clips, and access timeline-enhanced games. Developers can add automatic timeline markers using the Game Recording SDK and API.

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27 Jun 2024

Valve Introduces Game Recording Feature with Powerful Tools on Steam Deck

Valve introduces a game recording feature on Steam, offering powerful tools like timeline markers and replay. Fully functional on the Steam Deck, it allows users to set storage limits and video length. Currently in beta, it requires the latest Steam Client beta software.

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27 Jun 2024

GOG and Capcom Reintroduce DRM-Free Resident Evil Trilogy to PC

GOG has teamed up with Capcom to reintroduce the original Resident Evil trilogy to PC, now DRM-free. This allows players to store games locally, install on multiple devices without restrictions, and enjoy greater control over their gaming experience.

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