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August 2024 Windows Update Causes Boot Failures on Dual-Boot Linux Systems

20 Aug 2024

August 2024 Windows Update Causes Boot Failures on Dual-Boot Linux Systems

The August 2024 Windows updates have caused boot failures for dual-boot systems with Linux and Secure Boot enabled. The issue is linked to Microsoft's Secure Boot Advanced Targeting update. Users of distributions like Ubuntu and Linux Mint are affected. Disabling Secure Boot and reinstalling Linux is suggested.

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KT Racing to Enhance Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown After Feedback

20 Aug 2024

KT Racing to Enhance Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown After Feedback

Fans of the Test Drive franchise expressed disappointment with the initial PC demo of Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, particularly regarding its graphics. KT Racing is committed to enhancing the game, as highlighted in a recent gameplay dev diary released by NACON. The updates include improvements in graphics, lighting, physics, interior quality, and sense of speed. The game will feature a full-scale rendition of Hong Kong Island, allowing players to explore and engage in races and challenges while emphasizing vehicle customization and social interactions. The release date is set for September 12th, but final PC system requirements have not yet been disclosed.

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NVIDIA Showcases Advanced Digital Human Tech at Computex 2024

20 Aug 2024

NVIDIA Showcases Advanced Digital Human Tech at Computex 2024

At Computex 2024, NVIDIA showcased its latest digital human technology through the Covert Protocol demo, in collaboration with Inworld AI. This tech creates lifelike in-game characters with unique personalities, enhancing player interaction. An in-game version will debut at Gamescom 2024.

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Nvidia Unveils Over 20 RTX and DLSS Enhanced Games at Gamescom 2024

20 Aug 2024

Nvidia Unveils Over 20 RTX and DLSS Enhanced Games at Gamescom 2024

Nvidia revealed over 20 upcoming PC games featuring RTX and DLSS technologies at Gamescom 2024. Highlights include Black Myth: Wukong with DLSS 3 and full ray tracing. A promotion offers Star Wars Outlaws with new GeForce RTX Series 40 purchases.

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MyPal68 Browser Offers Windows XP Users Modern Browsing Experience

20 Aug 2024

MyPal68 Browser Offers Windows XP Users Modern Browsing Experience

MyPal68, an open-source web browser for Windows XP users, is built on Firefox 68 and derived from Pale Moon. It supports various extensions and uses Brave as its default search engine. While some websites may not function optimally, MyPal68 allows access to platforms like YouTube without issues.

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Troubleshooting Windows PC Failures: Steps for Hardware and Software Issues

20 Aug 2024

Troubleshooting Windows PC Failures: Steps for Hardware and Software Issues

Microsoft has released new troubleshooting steps for Windows PCs that fail to load. Users are advised to power cycle, access the Windows Recovery Environment, or use the three-boot method. Additional options include restarting the video driver, entering Safe Mode, and checking BIOS/UEFI settings.

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Black Myth: Wukong Hits 1.4 Million Concurrent Players on Steam Debut

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Hits 1.4 Million Concurrent Players on Steam Debut

Black Myth: Wukong debuted on Steam with 1.4 million concurrent players, peaking at 1,443,570 users shortly after its launch on August 20th. It now holds the highest concurrent user figure on Steam and ranks fourth in peak player figures ever recorded. Pre-orders topped Steam charts last week.

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Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI on PC September 17th

20 Aug 2024

Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI on PC September 17th

Square Enix announces Final Fantasy XVI's PC release on September 17th, over a year after its PlayStation 5 debut. The company is shifting away from timed exclusives, aiming for simultaneous multiplatform releases to reach a broader audience and maintain interest among PC gamers.

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NVIDIA Expands GeForce NOW with New Games and Enhanced Features

20 Aug 2024

NVIDIA Expands GeForce NOW with New Games and Enhanced Features

NVIDIA is upgrading its GeForce NOW platform with three new PC games: Black Myth: Wukong, Star Wars Outlaws, and Final Fantasy XVI. The platform offers a library of 2,000 games and supports up to 4K resolution. New features include Xbox Automatic Sign-On and Game Sync for easier game access.

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Black Myth: Wukong Offers Deep Customization and Strategic Combat

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Offers Deep Customization and Strategic Combat

Black Myth: Wukong players can accumulate Focus Points through various combat actions to unleash powerful strikes. Defeating Guangzhi grants the first Transformation spell, Red Tides. Meditation spots and enemy defeats yield sparks for new abilities. Will is a currency obtained through combat and other actions.

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Black Myth: Wukong Leads Steam Top Ten Pre-Launch Sales Chart

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Leads Steam Top Ten Pre-Launch Sales Chart

Pre-orders for Black Myth: Wukong topped the Steam charts, making it the highest-grossing title ahead of its August 20th launch. Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG: Battlegrounds follow in second and third. Cyberpunk 2077 re-entered the Top Ten in seventh due to a 50% price cut.

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Tech Firm Reports Steady Growth Amid Market Volatility

20 Aug 2024

Tech Firm Reports Steady Growth Amid Market Volatility

Tech giant Innovatech announced a $2 billion investment in renewable energy projects, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. The initiative includes solar and wind farms, battery storage systems, and green hydrogen production, marking a significant step towards sustainable business practices.

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Black Myth: Wukong Released with Advanced Graphics and Benchmark Tool

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Released with Advanced Graphics and Benchmark Tool

Game Science has launched Black Myth: Wukong, an action RPG using Unreal Engine 5. Performance tests on an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D setup with 32GB DDR5 RAM showed the NVIDIA RTX 4090 achieving 60fps at 1080p max settings. The game supports DLSS 3, FSR 3.0, Intel XeSS, and Ray Tracing.

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Critical Windows Vulnerabilities Exposed, Patches in Development

20 Aug 2024

Critical Windows Vulnerabilities Exposed, Patches in Development

A proof-of-concept exploit named "Windows Downdate" reveals critical zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, allowing attackers to downgrade systems to older, vulnerable versions. Identified as CVE-2024-38202 and CVE-2024-21302, these flaws bypass security checks. Microsoft is developing patches.

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Stack Social Offers 89% Discount on Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019

20 Aug 2024

Stack Social Offers 89% Discount on Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019

Stack Social is offering a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 at an 89% discount. This version includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. Users need Windows 10/11 or Mac with Monterey Version 12 or newer. Microsoft can terminate licenses anytime.

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Microsoft Enhances Camera Features in Windows 11 Insider Dev Build

20 Aug 2024

Microsoft Enhances Camera Features in Windows 11 Insider Dev Build

Microsoft has introduced advanced camera features in the Windows 11 Insider Dev build 26120.1542. A new Advanced camera configuration section in Settings aims to help developers and content creators troubleshoot issues and use multiple applications simultaneously. Activation requires ViveTool and specific feature IDs.

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IShowSpeed and Lil Uzi Vert Share Laughs During 23-Hour Minecraft Stream

20 Aug 2024

IShowSpeed and Lil Uzi Vert Share Laughs During 23-Hour Minecraft Stream

IShowSpeed and Lil Uzi Vert engaged in playful banter during a 23-hour Hardcore Minecraft marathon stream, featuring a surprise call from Twitch star Kai Cenat. Despite humorous jabs, both remained focused on the game. IShowSpeed is known for celebrity collaborations, enhancing his growing popularity.

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Black Myth: Wukong Offers Challenging Gameplay with Strategic Boss Fights

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Offers Challenging Gameplay with Strategic Boss Fights

Black Myth: Wukong offers players a smooth learning curve with generous checkpoints and simple foes. The challenge intensifies with the boss Lingxuzi, a wolf demon requiring strategic dodging and counter-attacks. The game is available on Windows PC and PS5, with an Xbox Series X|S version forthcoming.

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Square Enix to Launch PC Version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17

20 Aug 2024

Square Enix to Launch PC Version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17

Square Enix will release the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17. A demo is available now, and preorder bonuses include Cait Sith’s Charm, Brave Blade Weapon, and Sixteen Bells Orchestrion Roll. The base game costs $59.99, while the Complete Edition with DLC is $89.99.

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Ubisoft Reveals System Requirements for Star Wars Outlaws Release

20 Aug 2024

Ubisoft Reveals System Requirements for Star Wars Outlaws Release

Ubisoft has revealed the system requirements for Star Wars Outlaws, releasing on August 30. The game features four tiers based on resolution, frame rate, and quality settings, emphasizing upscaler technologies. A dual-channel 16GB RAM and Intel Arc A750 with ReBAR enabled are recommended for optimal performance.

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Windows 11 Build 27686 Brings New Features and Battery Optimizations

20 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Build 27686 Brings New Features and Battery Optimizations

Windows 11 Build 27686, now available to Insiders in the Canary Channel, introduces features like Power Mode settings based on power source, HDR video streaming options, and enhanced Windows Sandbox. Optimizations improve battery life, and the FAT32 size limit for disk formatting is increased to 2TB.

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Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI for PC on September 17, 2024

19 Aug 2024

Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI for PC on September 17, 2024

Square Enix announced that the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI will be available on September 17, 2024. Initially released on PlayStation 5 in June 2023, the game includes two DLC chapters. Preorders are open on Steam and the Epic Games Store. A free demo with transferable progress is also available.

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Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI on PC in September 2024

19 Aug 2024

Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI on PC in September 2024

Final Fantasy XVI will launch on PC on September 17, 2024, via Steam and the Epic Games Store. A demo is now available on Steam. The release is anticipated to boost Square Enix's earnings in Q2 and Q3. The game supports HDR and requires a minimum of 16 GB RAM and 170 GB storage.

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Game Science's Black Myth: Wukong Faces Performance Challenges on PC

19 Aug 2024

Game Science's Black Myth: Wukong Faces Performance Challenges on PC

Game Science's Black Myth: Wukong, released in 2020, draws inspiration from Journey to the West and uses Unreal Engine 5 with Nvidia's ray tracing on PC. The game boasts high graphical fidelity but faces performance issues like traversal stutter. Patches are anticipated to improve stability.

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Dragon Age: The Veilguard Set for October 31 Launch Across Multiple Platforms

19 Aug 2024

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Set for October 31 Launch Across Multiple Platforms

Dragon Age: The Veilguard, sequel to Inquisition, launches October 31 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. It supports older GPUs like NVIDIA GTX 970 and AMD R9 290X, and traditional HDDs. Recommended specs include NVIDIA RTX 2070 or Radeon RX 5700XT with 16 GB RAM. SteamDeck verified.

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Final Fantasy XVI to Launch on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in 2024

19 Aug 2024

Final Fantasy XVI to Launch on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in 2024

Final Fantasy XVI will launch on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on September 17, 2024. Previously exclusive to PS5, the game will offer a demo and bonuses for early purchasers. A Complete Edition with additional content will also be available. Product pages and a trailer are now live.

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Final Fantasy XVI PC Version Launches September 17 with Demo Available

19 Aug 2024

Final Fantasy XVI PC Version Launches September 17 with Demo Available

Square Enix will release the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17, with a demo available immediately. Two editions will be offered: standard and complete, which includes DLCs. Pre-purchasers receive exclusive bonuses. This marks a shift towards a multiplatform strategy for the company.

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Final Fantasy XVI to Launch on PC September 17 with Complete Edition

19 Aug 2024

Final Fantasy XVI to Launch on PC September 17 with Complete Edition

Final Fantasy XVI launches on PC on September 17 via Steam and the Epic Games Store, including paid expansions in the complete edition. Previously exclusive to PlayStation 5, a demo is now available. The game features dynamic combat, praised for gameplay, voice acting, and immersive boss battles.

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Windows 11 Insider Build Adds Custom Power Modes for Gaming Laptops

19 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Insider Build Adds Custom Power Modes for Gaming Laptops

The latest Windows 11 Insider Canary build (Build 27686) introduces distinct power modes for gaming laptops, enhancing user control over performance. Users can select Best Performance, Balanced, or Best Power Efficiency. The update also increases the FAT32 partition size limit and adds a new HDR streaming feature.

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Back-to-School Sales Boost Laptop Purchases with Major Brand Discounts

19 Aug 2024

Back-to-School Sales Boost Laptop Purchases with Major Brand Discounts

Savvy shoppers are capitalizing on back-to-school sales to purchase new laptops, with major brands like HP, Dell, Acer, and Lenovo offering discounts. The HP OmniBook X is priced at $999.99 and features a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor, 16GB RAM, and 1TB storage, making it a strong mid-range option.

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