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05 Sep 2025

Sophisticated Threat Group TAG-150 Targets Organizations

TAG-150 deploys custom malware, including CastleRAT, impacting organizations. Research reveals a structured infrastructure designed for stealth and data theft.

05 Sep 2025

Cryptojacking Threats Evolving with Sophisticated Malware

An advanced cryptojacking malware uses Windows Character Map, evading antivirus detection. Darktrace's AI system intercepts mining attacks on Monero, highlighting the threat of cryptojacking.

05 Sep 2025

Optimizing Rosary Collection in Hollow Knight Silksong

Tips for maximizing rosary collection in Hollow Knight Silksong. Utilize early-game farming spots Bone Bottom and Deep Docks for quick gains.

05 Sep 2025

Business Insights into Silksong's Unique Healing Mechanics

Silksong emphasizes strategic gameplay with its healing mechanics. Players can restore health at benches or consume silk during battles. Mastery of these elements is crucial for progress in challenging areas.

05 Sep 2025

Mastering Bell Beast: A Guide to Triumph in Silksong

Silksong's Bell Beast, a pivotal boss, awaits in The Marrow. Triumph to unlock Pharmloom's fast travel. Here's how to strategize effectively.

05 Sep 2025

Silksong's Innovative Save System Offers Player Flexibility

Silksong features a unique save system with two key methods: using benches and the main menu. These techniques provide strategic options for players to secure progress and manage challenges, while still maintaining the excitement inherent in the gameplay.

05 Sep 2025

Unlocking Success with Swift Step in Business Strategies

Businesses find new ways to enhance agility and efficiency with the Swift Step strategy, inspired by an innovative approach from the tech realm.

05 Sep 2025

Success and Challenge in Silksong's Game Dynamics

Silksong's diagonal dive enriches gameplay but demands relearning. The sequel thrives with vibrant art but challenges players with new mechanics.

05 Sep 2025

Hokers Key to Hollow Knight Upgrade in Far Fields

Players must farm Hokers' Spine Cores for a crucial Hornet upgrade in Hollow Knight. The quest involves strategic collection to enhance gameplay.

05 Sep 2025

Steady Success: Wordle Maintains Popularity in 2025

Wordle's appeal continues unabated in 2025 with its daily puzzles. The gaming community enjoys testing acumen against five-letter challenges like 'DRIFT' and tracing precedents like 'ANNEX' and 'TOWER'. An exploration of Wordle's enduring charm.

05 Sep 2025

Ground of Aces Expands with Scramble Update

Ground of Aces enhances WWII gameplay with a Scramble update. New strategic choices include prioritizing aircraft for defense and managing logistics like ammo supply. The update offers advanced training for crews and is now available on Steam at a discounted rate until September 17.

04 Sep 2025

Roadcraft Expands with New Rebuild Update and Discount

Roadcraft introduces the Rebuild update, adding new maps and vehicles, enhancing difficulty customization, and offering a 20% discount on Steam.

04 Sep 2025

SteamVR Beta Revives Windows 11 Support for VR Headsets

SteamVR beta reinstates support for Windows VR headsets on Windows 11 by auto-installing the Oasis driver, bridging compatibility gaps. This move supports various headsets but currently only NVIDIA GPUs, due to AMD limitations, reflecting Valve's ongoing commitment to diverse headset integration.

04 Sep 2025

Monument Valley Free on Epic Games Store for Limited Time

Monument Valley is available for free on the Epic Games Store during Epic's End of Summer Sale until September 11, 2023. Originally released in 2014, this visually stunning puzzle game is making its first free appearance on the Epic platform before other titles replace it.

04 Sep 2025

The Sims 4 Expansion: Adventure Awaits Unveiled

The Sims 4: Adventure Awaits adds imaginative play with new traits, childhood moments, and getaway adventures. New activities and skills promise endless fun.

04 Sep 2025

Humble Bundle Unveils Value-Packed September Game Selection

Humble Bundle's September bundle features eight PC games worth $243 for a $14.99 subscription. The collection includes WWE 2K25 and other blockbuster titles, combining value and entertainment for PC gamers.

04 Sep 2025

Rust Tools for Windows Drivers Gain Momentum at Microsoft

Microsoft advances tools for developing Windows drivers in Rust, but production use remains limited due to ongoing challenges.

04 Sep 2025

Space Marine 2 Patch 10 Unveils New Modes and Weapons

The highly anticipated Space Marine 2 Patch 10 introduces new PvE and PvP modes, powerful weapons, and formidable threats, marking the first anniversary of Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2.

04 Sep 2025

Mozilla Extends Firefox Support for Windows 7 Until 2026

Mozilla will continue offering security updates for Firefox on Windows 7 and older systems until March 2026, reassessing extension plans in February.

04 Sep 2025

Polytopia Brings 4X Strategy Fun to Players for Free

Polytopia, a vibrant 4X strategy game by Midjiwan, is available for free on the Epic Games Store this week, alongside Monument Valley. Despite its compact design, it offers rich gameplay with 16 unique tribes and varied game modes, promising an engaging experience for strategy enthusiasts.

04 Sep 2025

Silksong Release Overwhelms Steam with Server Issues

Silksong's launch challenges Steam servers, affecting game access. The sequel, highly anticipated by fans, causes delays and errors. Game Pass and GOG provide alternative access amidst the technical difficulties.

04 Sep 2025

Firefox ESR 115 Support on Older Systems Extended to 2026

Mozilla extends Firefox ESR 115 support on Windows 7, 8, 8.1, macOS 10.12–10.14 until March 2026, urging upgrades to newer systems.

04 Sep 2025

Last Epoch Update Enhances Accessibility of Key Items

The latest Last Epoch update from Eleventh Hour Games makes primordial uniques more attainable and introduces enhancements and bug fixes for a smoother gameplay experience.

04 Sep 2025

UAC Prompts Trigger Issues in Latest Windows Update

Microsoft confirms August 2025 updates cause UAC prompts and app install troubles on Windows, affecting non-admin users. A patch addressing Windows Installer vulnerability requires new UAC credentials, impacting several applications and user operations.

03 Sep 2025

Jotunnslayer Embraces Hellish Heights with 1.0 Release

Jotunnslayer emerges from Early Access with exciting new content. This update features a giant dragon in Helheim, a new Kinslayer class, and more. Fans can now explore enriched gameplay at an attractive price, solidifying its standing in the gaming world.

03 Sep 2025

First Light: A New Era for 007 Gaming Experience

First Light offers a fresh take on James Bond gaming, blending fluid combat and stealth missions to create a dynamic and emotional experience.

03 Sep 2025

Dead Cells Crossover Enhances BlazBlue Entropy Experience

The new Dead Cells crossover enriches BlazBlue Entropy Effect, integrating iconic metroidvania elements. BlazBlue Entropy Effect is currently at a 35% discount on Steam, available individually or bundled with Dead Cells.

03 Sep 2025

Stellar Blade Sequel Enters Active Development Phase

Stellar Blade, the acclaimed sci-fi ARPG, has commenced development of its sequel, as confirmed in Shift Up's recent investor report. The new installment promises expanded gameplay and a broader universe, aiming to exceed its predecessor's success.

03 Sep 2025

Tempest Rising Update Introduces 3v3 Mode and Enhancements

Tempest Rising, a 2025 RTS by Slipgate Ironworks, receives a major update adding 3v3 play, a spectator mode, and single-player improvements. The update launches Tuesday, September 9. Features include live stats, new maps, key binding updates, and expanded color options to enhance gameplay.

Anno 117 Melds Cultural Choices with City-Building Strategy

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Apps & Games news for Desktop Windows Page 2

Sophisticated Threat Group TAG-150 Targets Organizations

Cryptojacking Threats Evolving with Sophisticated Malware

Optimizing Rosary Collection in Hollow Knight Silksong

Business Insights into Silksong's Unique Healing Mechanics

Mastering Bell Beast: A Guide to Triumph in Silksong

Silksong's Innovative Save System Offers Player Flexibility

Unlocking Success with Swift Step in Business Strategies

Success and Challenge in Silksong's Game Dynamics

Hokers Key to Hollow Knight Upgrade in Far Fields

Steady Success: Wordle Maintains Popularity in 2025

Ground of Aces Expands with Scramble Update

Roadcraft Expands with New Rebuild Update and Discount

SteamVR Beta Revives Windows 11 Support for VR Headsets

Monument Valley Free on Epic Games Store for Limited Time

The Sims 4 Expansion: Adventure Awaits Unveiled

Humble Bundle Unveils Value-Packed September Game Selection

Rust Tools for Windows Drivers Gain Momentum at Microsoft

Space Marine 2 Patch 10 Unveils New Modes and Weapons

Mozilla Extends Firefox Support for Windows 7 Until 2026

Polytopia Brings 4X Strategy Fun to Players for Free

Silksong Release Overwhelms Steam with Server Issues

Firefox ESR 115 Support on Older Systems Extended to 2026

Last Epoch Update Enhances Accessibility of Key Items

UAC Prompts Trigger Issues in Latest Windows Update

Jotunnslayer Embraces Hellish Heights with 1.0 Release

First Light: A New Era for 007 Gaming Experience

Dead Cells Crossover Enhances BlazBlue Entropy Experience

Stellar Blade Sequel Enters Active Development Phase

Tempest Rising Update Introduces 3v3 Mode and Enhancements

Anno 117 Melds Cultural Choices with City-Building Strategy

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