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31 Aug 2024

Lifetime License for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro Discounted

A lifetime license for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro is available on Stack Social at an 88% discount. The suite includes Word, Excel, and more, while Windows 11 Pro offers advanced features like biometric login and Smart App Control. Note that Microsoft may revoke the license in the future.

31 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Update Unlocks Full Potential of AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs

AMD's Ryzen 9000 series initially faced mixed reviews due to performance issues linked to their testing methodology. A recent Windows 11 update now allows users to access performance enhancements without needing an administrator account, unlocking the full potential of Ryzen CPUs.

31 Aug 2024

Back to School Sales Boost Demand for MacBook Air and Dell XPS 13

The 2024 Back to School sales season has begun, prompting students and parents to seek laptops for academic and entertainment purposes. The Apple MacBook Air 15-inch M3 and Dell XPS 13 (2024) are popular choices, with budget-friendly options like the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 also available.

31 Aug 2024

Handheld Gaming Market Faces Challenges with Windows Integration

The Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck have set a high bar for portable AAA gaming, challenging companies using Microsoft's Windows OS. Manufacturers like Asus and MSI face hurdles with Windows licensing and software requirements. Microsoft’s new Xbox app Compact Mode aims to enhance user experience.

31 Aug 2024

Epic Games Store Offers Free Fallout Collection and More Until Sept 5

The Epic Games Store is offering the Fallout Classic Collection and Wild Card Football for free until September 5. Next week, Football Manager 2024 and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts will be free. Kingdom Come: Deliverance is free-to-play on Steam until Sunday with a 90% discount for purchase.

31 Aug 2024

Minecraft Java Edition Players Can Boost Performance by Adjusting RAM Allocation

Minecraft Java Edition's default RAM allocation is 2GB, which can be increased for better performance. Players can adjust this in the launcher settings under JVM Arguments. A minimum of 3GB is suggested, with 8GB as the upper limit. Bedrock Edition handles RAM allocation automatically based on system specs.

31 Aug 2024

Memoriapolis Strategy Game Launches in Early Access on Steam

Memoriapolis, a strategy city-building game, is now in early access on Steam. Players act as god-emperors, managing resources, trade, and cultural evolution. The game focuses on strategic decisions and features animated city visuals. Community feedback will shape its development over the next six months.

31 Aug 2024

Gearbox Adjusts Pricing and Addresses Bugs in Risk of Rain Expansion

Gearbox's Risk of Rain expansion, Seekers of the Storm, faces criticism over regional pricing and technical issues. Brazilian players paid double compared to the U.S., prompting refunds and price adjustments. Bugs and frame rate problems have led to a "mostly negative" Steam rating.

31 Aug 2024

Developer Creates Mod to Enable One-Click Toggle for Windows 11 Tray Icons

Windows 11 lacks a one-click toggle for all tray icons, a feature in Windows 10. Developer m417z created a mod for the Windhawk platform to address this. Windhawk offers various tweaks for Windows, including taskbar repositioning, and allows users to review source codes for transparency.

31 Aug 2024

AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Sees Mixed Reviews, Performance Patch Expected

AMD's Ryzen 9000 series has received mixed reviews due to modest performance gains from the Zen 5 architecture. AMD plans a Windows optimization patch, with early tests suggesting an 11% gaming boost. MSI's AGESA firmware update raises TDP to 105W, enhancing multi-core performance by 13% for the Ryzen 9700X.

31 Aug 2024

Fan Project Achieves Full Decompilation of Nintendo 64 Game Banjo-Kazooie

A fan project has fully decompiled the Nintendo 64 game Banjo-Kazooie, converting it into C code for a playable PC version. This allows enhancements like improved frame rates and 4K resolution. Players need a legally-sourced ROM. The tool N64: Recompiled aids in this conversion.

31 Aug 2024

Astrobotanica Survival Game Set for Early Access on Steam in 2025

Astrobotanica, an upcoming survival game, lets players control Xel, an alien botanist stranded on Earth. The game emphasizes exploration and gathering seeds to solve an ecological crisis on Xel's homeworld. Featuring a "relaxed survival" approach, it will be available for early access on Steam in 2025.

31 Aug 2024

Upcoming September PC Game Releases to Watch in the Market

In September, the PC gaming market will see a surge of new releases, including notable titles like Age of Mythology: Retold, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, and Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown. These diverse offerings promise to cater to a wide range of gaming preferences.

30 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases Windows 10 Update KB5041582 with Key Bug Fixes

Microsoft has released a non-security update for Windows 10 version 22H2, KB5041582, build 19045.4842. The update addresses various issues including memory leaks, Bluetooth unresponsiveness, and system freezes. It also includes a servicing stack update, KB5041581, to improve the installation framework.

30 Aug 2024

Stardock Updates DesktopGPT with GPT-4o Support and Custom API Integration

Stardock updates DesktopGPT, adding support for OpenAI's GPT-4o models and user API keys with premium subscriptions. Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11 shows AI's growing role in Microsoft services. OpenAI, with 200M weekly users, may need more Microsoft support amid financial and sustainability concerns.

30 Aug 2024

New Tool Windows Downdate Poses Security Risks for Windows Users

A new tool, "Windows Downdate," allows users to revert Windows systems to older, vulnerable versions. Available on GitHub, it targets CVE-2024-38202 and CVE-2024-21302. Users are advised to exercise caution and maintain updated antivirus software.

30 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Xbox Release Delayed Due to Technical Challenges

Black Myth: Wukong is currently available only on PC and PlayStation 5, with no Xbox version released yet due to technical challenges. Reports suggest a potential exclusivity agreement with Sony, which remains unconfirmed. Game Science is working to resolve issues and optimize the game for Xbox Series X|S.

30 Aug 2024

Star Wars Outlaws Offers Playful Exploration and Humor in Detailed Galaxy

Star Wars Outlaws, set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, follows scoundrel Kay Vess in a richly detailed galaxy. Emphasizing playful exploration and humor, it contrasts with recent serious titles. Critics note some emptiness, but optional objectives and hidden gems enhance the experience.

29 Aug 2024

Minecraft Java Edition Shaders Boost Visual Quality with Realistic Effects

Minecraft Java Edition players can enhance visual quality with shaders, which add realistic lighting, reflections, and textures. Installation requires Optifine or Iris Shader and a shader pack. Iris is known for easier installation and faster updates. Performance varies by hardware.

29 Aug 2024

Gori: Cuddly Carnage Launches on Multiple Gaming Platforms

Gori: Cuddly Carnage is now available on Xbox One, Series X|S, PlayStation 4/5, Nintendo Switch, Utomik, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store. Featuring a ginger cat named Gori and whimsical enemies, the game is priced at $19.99/€21.99/£17.99 and rated ESRB "M for Mature" and PEGI 16.

29 Aug 2024

Fallout Classic Collection Free on Epic Games Store Until September 2024

The Fallout Classic Collection, featuring Fallout, Fallout 2, and Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel, is free on the Epic Games Store until September 5, 2024. These iconic games are also available on Steam and accessible through PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions.

29 Aug 2024

Windows 11 24H2 Update Boosts Ryzen 7700X and 9700X Performance by 10-11%

The Windows 11 24H2 update on the Release Preview Channel shows a 10% performance boost for Ryzen 7700X and 11% for 9700X at 1080p. Performance gains vary by game, with some titles showing up to a 23.5% increase. Tom’s Hardware is conducting further tests on Ryzen 9000 chips.

29 Aug 2024

New Tool Super God Mode Simplifies Access to Windows Settings

Super God Mode, a free PowerShell script on GitHub, offers access to over 1,200 Windows settings from one command center. It creates organized shortcuts and logs, generating CSV files detailing each function. Users can customize their experience but should exercise caution with unfamiliar settings.

29 Aug 2024

Enhanced Windows Tool Super God Mode Simplifies System Management

A new tool called Super God Mode, developed by YouTuber ThioJoe, enhances Windows' God Mode by using a PowerShell script to create shortcuts to various system components. It offers a user-friendly GUI and can be executed manually or via a .Bat launcher, with detailed instructions and a YouTube guide available.

28 Aug 2024

Microsoft to Replace Action Pack with New Cloud-Focused Partner Benefits

Microsoft will phase out the Microsoft Action Pack and Microsoft Learning Pack on January 21, 2025. Partners will transition to new offerings: Partner Success Core Benefits and Partner Success Expanded, focusing on cloud-based solutions. Costs will rise, with the Action Pack priced at £390 + VAT.

28 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Update KB5041587 Brings Key Enhancements and Performance Boosts

The optional update for Windows 11, KB5041587, elevates the system to Build 22631.4112 and is available for Windows 11 Enterprise and Education versions 22H2 and 23H2. Key features include file sharing to Android phones, enhanced Narrator, improved voice typing, and performance boosts for AMD Ryzen CPUs.

28 Aug 2024

Windows Update KB5041587 Boosts Performance for AMD Ryzen CPUs

Owners of computers with AMD's Ryzen 9000 Zen 5 or Ryzen 7000 Zen 4 series CPUs can enhance performance through Windows optional update KB5041587. This update, available via the Windows Update menu, resolves initial performance issues and aligns gaming experiences with intended CPU performance levels.

28 Aug 2024

AMD Releases Windows Update to Boost Ryzen Processor Performance

AMD has released an optional Windows update (KB5041587) to enhance the performance of its Ryzen 9000, 7000, and 5000 series processors. Available via Windows Update, the update improves branch prediction, potentially boosting performance by up to 13% for the 9000-series, with notable gains in gaming.

28 Aug 2024

New Tool Windows Downdate Can Reverse Security Patches on Windows Systems

At Black Hat 2024, SafeBreach's Anon Leviev unveiled Windows Downdate, a tool that reverses security patches on Windows systems. This open-source Python program can reintroduce vulnerabilities, bypassing Windows Update. Microsoft has issued a patch for one vulnerability and advises caution.

28 Aug 2024

AMD and Microsoft Release Optimization Patch for Ryzen CPUs on Windows 11

AMD announced a collaboration with Microsoft to release an optimization patch for Ryzen CPUs, identified as KB5041587, enhancing gaming performance. Available for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 23H2, initial tests show up to 11% improvement at 1080p resolution. Users can find it in Windows update > Advanced options > Optional updates.

Apps & Games news for Desktop Page 123

Lifetime License for Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro Discounted

Windows 11 Update Unlocks Full Potential of AMD Ryzen 9000 Series CPUs

Back to School Sales Boost Demand for MacBook Air and Dell XPS 13

Handheld Gaming Market Faces Challenges with Windows Integration

Epic Games Store Offers Free Fallout Collection and More Until Sept 5

Minecraft Java Edition Players Can Boost Performance by Adjusting RAM Allocation

Memoriapolis Strategy Game Launches in Early Access on Steam

Gearbox Adjusts Pricing and Addresses Bugs in Risk of Rain Expansion

Developer Creates Mod to Enable One-Click Toggle for Windows 11 Tray Icons

AMD Ryzen 9000 Series Sees Mixed Reviews, Performance Patch Expected

Fan Project Achieves Full Decompilation of Nintendo 64 Game Banjo-Kazooie

Astrobotanica Survival Game Set for Early Access on Steam in 2025

Upcoming September PC Game Releases to Watch in the Market

Microsoft Releases Windows 10 Update KB5041582 with Key Bug Fixes

Stardock Updates DesktopGPT with GPT-4o Support and Custom API Integration

New Tool Windows Downdate Poses Security Risks for Windows Users

Black Myth: Wukong Xbox Release Delayed Due to Technical Challenges

Star Wars Outlaws Offers Playful Exploration and Humor in Detailed Galaxy

Minecraft Java Edition Shaders Boost Visual Quality with Realistic Effects

Gori: Cuddly Carnage Launches on Multiple Gaming Platforms

Fallout Classic Collection Free on Epic Games Store Until September 2024

Windows 11 24H2 Update Boosts Ryzen 7700X and 9700X Performance by 10-11%

New Tool Super God Mode Simplifies Access to Windows Settings

Enhanced Windows Tool Super God Mode Simplifies System Management

Microsoft to Replace Action Pack with New Cloud-Focused Partner Benefits

Windows 11 Update KB5041587 Brings Key Enhancements and Performance Boosts

Windows Update KB5041587 Boosts Performance for AMD Ryzen CPUs

AMD Releases Windows Update to Boost Ryzen Processor Performance

New Tool Windows Downdate Can Reverse Security Patches on Windows Systems

AMD and Microsoft Release Optimization Patch for Ryzen CPUs on Windows 11

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