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15 Feb 2025

Valve Restricts Ad-Based Games on Steam for Better Player Experience

Valve enforces a ban on games with mandatory ads on Steam, urging developers to explore alternative monetization methods to enhance player engagement and satisfaction.

15 Feb 2025

Optimizing Windows for Privacy and Performance

Modify Windows settings to enhance privacy, control, and efficiency. Learn which settings to adjust for improved performance and reduced tracking.

15 Feb 2025

Epic Games Offers Generous Discounts in 2025 Winter Sale

Epic Games Store Winter Sale 2025 brings enticing discounts on PC games, appealing to gamers with reduced prices on popular titles. The sale lasts two weeks, offering significant savings without the need for extra coupons.

15 Feb 2025

Tibia Introduces Monk Class to Revitalize MMO Experience

Tibia, the free-to-play MMO launched in 1997, is adding a new class, Monk. Combining magic and physical prowess, the Monk aims to enhance strategic gameplay. Playtesting begins February 25, 2025, with a potential release in Q2 2025, subject to player feedback.

15 Feb 2025

Firaxis Releases New Patch to Enhance Civilization 7 Experience

Firaxis launches a new patch for Civilization 7, addressing UI and AI issues. The update, which disables crossplay temporarily, focuses on PC improvements ahead of its full release.

15 Feb 2025

Exploring Mods Enhancements in Minecraft for Nintendo Switch

Discover how Mods enhance Minecraft gameplay on Nintendo Switch, offering customizations and new experiences for players.

15 Feb 2025

Blood Dragon's Return to Steam Marks Ubisoft's New Strategy

Ubisoft reintroduces Blood Dragon, now with achievements, to Steam. The nostalgic game, which pays tribute to '80s action films, joins Ubisoft's lineup on the platform, providing both new and veteran players with a refreshed gaming experience.

15 Feb 2025

Capcom Joins BundleFest 2025 with Exclusive Game Offerings

Capcom collaborates with Fanatical in BundleFest 2025, offering popular PC games like Resident Evil and Mega Man starting at $12.99. This limited-time promotion includes iconic titles from Capcom's diverse franchise collection.

15 Feb 2025

Nightreign Expands Elden Ring Franchise with New Beta

The Nightreign beta for Elden Ring is capturing attention with its innovative roguelike format, group-based gameplay, and accessible participation. Gamers eagerly anticipate its challenges.

15 Feb 2025

Eve Frontier Launches Trial Amid Crypto Concerns

Eve Frontier, a new survival spinoff from CCP Games, opens a trial with blockchain and cryptocurrency features. The game invites players to explore its MMO universe while industry experts weigh the impact of these integrations.

15 Feb 2025

Aska Update Enhances Viking Game with New Features

Aska introduces exciting features in its February 2025 update, enriching the Viking survival experience with explo sives and enhanced fishing. Players now enjoy re-plantable trees and advanced mining options alongside improved gameplay mechanics.

15 Feb 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds Focuses on Diversity and New Tutorials

Monster Hunter Wilds debuts February 28, 2025, offering players improved tutorials and diverse monster variety for a richer RPG experience.

15 Feb 2025

CyberSafe AI Boosts Digital Skills in Minecraft Education

Minecraft Education's latest DLC, CyberSafe AI: Dig Deeper, enhances digital citizenship by teaching safe and responsible AI use in a school scenario.

13 Feb 2025

11 Bit Studios Alters Release Timeline for Survival Game

11 Bit Studios' Alters, a survival game set in an alternate-universe, faces a delay. Originally due in early 2025, the release is postponed for refinement. Alters explores themes of choice and identity, challenging players to create alternate selves to survive a hostile alien world.

13 Feb 2025

PirateFi Removed from Steam After Malware Discovery

The game PirateFi, recently released on Steam, was removed due to malware concerns. Valve advises players who installed it to reset their PCs and exercise cyber hygiene. The game's developer lacked a social media presence, raising red flags.

13 Feb 2025

Sancticide Launches: A New Era in RPG Soulslike Gaming

Sancticide, an RPG that merges Dark Souls combat with Stalker 2's world, launches today. Players journey through a biblical post-apocalyptic landscape, utilizing melee weapons and 'purple' powers. Available in early access, the game offers a fresh challenge ahead of Elden Ring Nightreign.

12 Feb 2025

Minecraft Update Adds New Features and Pig Variants

The latest Minecraft update introduces pig variants, a new lodestone recipe, and falling leaf animations, enhancing gameplay and setting the stage for future upgrades in Minecraft.

12 Feb 2025

Levers and Chests Game Announced by Minecraft Creator

Markus 'Notch' Persson unveils Levers and Chests, a roguelike game in pre-alpha with potential release this year. Explore its retro voxel graphics and evolving gameplay.

12 Feb 2025

Neverwinter Nights 2 on the Verge of Enhanced Edition Release

Neverwinter Nights 2 may soon receive an enhanced edition on Steam. Obsidian and Aspyr's classic RPG might be seeing a resurgence, following the path of its predecessor's successful update.

11 Feb 2025

Antivirus Software for 2025: Top Choices for Digital Safety

Explore leading antivirus solutions in 2025 for robust cybersecurity. McAfee Plus Premium, Bitdefender, Norton 360, and AVG offer essential protection against malware.

11 Feb 2025

Sandworm Exploits Windows KMS Activators in Cyber-Espionage

Cyber-espionage group Sandworm targets Ukraine using trojanized KMS activators and fake Windows updates. These attacks, linked to Russian military, deploy DarkCrystal RAT malware, threatening national security by exfiltrating data from Windows devices.

11 Feb 2025

Touhou Spell Carnival Set for PC Launch in 2025

Touhou Spell Carnival's PC version arrives in 2025, following its 2024 debut on Switch, PS5, and PS4. The game features the character Reimu Hakurei in a mysterious storyline, along with Digital Deluxe and Limited Editions for enthusiasts.

11 Feb 2025

Aethermancer: Innovative Monster Taming RPG Now on Steam

Aethermancer, a unique roguelike RPG with monster taming and pixel art, is now available as a demo on Steam. Featuring rebirth mechanics and procedurally generated levels, the demo includes 15 monsters and dynamic NPC interactions, with the full game launching soon.

11 Feb 2025

Delta Force Announces Black Hawk Down Campaign Release Date

Delta Force is set to release its Black Hawk Down DLC on February 20, 2025. Developed by Team Jade, the campaign promises engaging gameplay inspired by the 2003 game and Ridley Scott's film. The delayed release aims to provide an immersive solo or co-op experience.

11 Feb 2025

Valor of Man Combines RPG Elements in New Demanding Experience

Valor of Man on Steam blends RPG and tactical roguelike styles, inviting players to experiment with strategies in a demo available now.

11 Feb 2025

Winter Sale Offers Major Discounts on Epic Games Titles

Epic Games launches its Winter Sale with discounts on PC games. Notable deals include Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Frostpunk 2, and Alan Wake Remastered. The sale offers both recent and classic games at reduced prices, providing significant savings for gamers.

11 Feb 2025

Ark Survival Ascended Sees Significant Price Drop on Steam

Ark Survival Ascended is now at its lowest price on Steam, offering a 45% discount. This remaster offers enhanced graphics and includes all expansions of Ark Survival Evolved. The sale is available until February 17.

10 Feb 2025

MS Office 2021 Lifetime License Available for Entrepreneurs

MS Office Professional 2021 offers a lifetime license for entrepreneurs at $59.97. This promotion includes essential productivity software tools like Teams and Outlook, promising enhanced business operations without recurring costs.

10 Feb 2025

Windows Software Bundle Offers Value for Remote Workers

Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office Pro 2021 are available for A$88. The bundle includes features like biometric login and BitLocker encryption. Download essential tools without recurring fees, making it ideal for professionals seeking cost-effective solutions.

Start Menu in Windows 11 to Get Streamlined Update

10 Feb 2025

Apps & Games news for Desktop Page 115

Valve Restricts Ad-Based Games on Steam for Better Player Experience

Optimizing Windows for Privacy and Performance

Epic Games Offers Generous Discounts in 2025 Winter Sale

Tibia Introduces Monk Class to Revitalize MMO Experience

Firaxis Releases New Patch to Enhance Civilization 7 Experience

Exploring Mods Enhancements in Minecraft for Nintendo Switch

Blood Dragon's Return to Steam Marks Ubisoft's New Strategy

Capcom Joins BundleFest 2025 with Exclusive Game Offerings

Nightreign Expands Elden Ring Franchise with New Beta

Eve Frontier Launches Trial Amid Crypto Concerns

Aska Update Enhances Viking Game with New Features

Monster Hunter Wilds Focuses on Diversity and New Tutorials

CyberSafe AI Boosts Digital Skills in Minecraft Education

11 Bit Studios Alters Release Timeline for Survival Game

PirateFi Removed from Steam After Malware Discovery

Sancticide Launches: A New Era in RPG Soulslike Gaming

Minecraft Update Adds New Features and Pig Variants

Levers and Chests Game Announced by Minecraft Creator

Neverwinter Nights 2 on the Verge of Enhanced Edition Release

Antivirus Software for 2025: Top Choices for Digital Safety

Sandworm Exploits Windows KMS Activators in Cyber-Espionage

Touhou Spell Carnival Set for PC Launch in 2025

Aethermancer: Innovative Monster Taming RPG Now on Steam

Delta Force Announces Black Hawk Down Campaign Release Date

Valor of Man Combines RPG Elements in New Demanding Experience

Winter Sale Offers Major Discounts on Epic Games Titles

Ark Survival Ascended Sees Significant Price Drop on Steam

MS Office 2021 Lifetime License Available for Entrepreneurs

Windows Software Bundle Offers Value for Remote Workers

Start Menu in Windows 11 to Get Streamlined Update

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