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17 Nov 2025

Hytale Development Resumes as Riot Sells Back to Co-Founder

Riot Games sells Hytale back to Simon Collins-Laflamme, who resumes game development with original team.

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17 Nov 2025

Phasmophobia Avoids Live Service Model for Stability

Kinetic Games shuns live service for Phasmophobia, focusing on stable updates and player enjoyment over monetary pressure.

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17 Nov 2025

Autonomous AI Cyberattack by China-Backed Hackers Unveiled

In September, China-backed hackers used AI to launch global attacks on tech and finance firms, impacting cybersecurity significantly.

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17 Nov 2025

Cozy Marbles Announced for PC: Playtest Available Now

Cozy Marbles, a PC marble run game, was announced for 2026. Playtest available now.

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17 Nov 2025

Atari Pulls Cold Fear from Steam Post-Acquisition

Cold Fear removed from Steam following Atari's acquisition of rights from Nightdive. Revival uncertain.

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17 Nov 2025

Humble Choice Adds Eight-Game Bundle for $15

Humble Choice offers eight games for $14.99, including six Steam Deck Verified titles. Available this month only; games worth $229.92.

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17 Nov 2025

Europa Universalis V Lacks Steam Deck Verification

Europa Universalis V, launched by Paradox Interactive, lacks full Steam Deck support, despite strong reviews.

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17 Nov 2025

Steam Frame Launch: Android Games Now Supported on Steam

Valve introduces Steam Frame powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon, enabling Android game support on Steam for seamless integration.

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17 Nov 2025

New Indie PC Games Released Feature Demonschool and Moonlighter 2

Demonschool and Moonlighter 2 debut this November 2025 in a vibrant week for PC games releases.

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17 Nov 2025

Valve Launches Steam Machine, Addressing Linux Anti-Cheat

Valve's Steam Machine launch tackles Linux anti-cheat issues, aiming to shift PC gaming away from Windows. Expected to appeal to home console gamers.

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17 Nov 2025

XDefiant's Origins Linked to Splinter Cell Project

XDefiant began as a Splinter Cell project at Ubisoft in 2017, before pivoting in 2024. Developers moved on to AdHoc Studio.

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17 Nov 2025

Valve Delivers Steam Machine for Living Room Gaming

Valve introduces Steam Machine, aligning console and PC gaming. Enhanced by SteamOS, it transforms TVs into gaming hubs.

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17 Nov 2025

RONINGLOADER Exploits in Campaign Targeting Chinese Users

RONINGLOADER used by Dragon Breath for Gh0st RAT attacks on Chinese users, bypassing defenses.

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17 Nov 2025

Windows 11 Fixes Shut Down Bug with Update KB5067036

Microsoft's Windows 11 update KB5067036 fixes the 'Update and shutdown' bug. Rolling out in October 2025, it enhances shutdown reliability.

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17 Nov 2025

Cold Fear Delisted from Steam, Possible Remaster Ahead

Cold Fear, the 2005 horror game by Darkworks, disappears from Steam. Atari might remaster it soon.

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17 Nov 2025

SilentButDeadly Blocks EDR on Windows Without Detection

SilentButDeadly disrupts security communications on Windows via the Filtering Platform, affecting EDR and antivirus tools.

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17 Nov 2025

PlayStation May Tighten Exclusivity for Major Games

PlayStation might restrict PC releases of its first-party games, possibly mirroring Nintendo's strategy amid Steam's resurgence.

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17 Nov 2025

Discover Unique New Steam Games Released in November

Explore five intriguing new Steam games launched in November 2025, featuring innovative narratives and gameplay mechanics.

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17 Nov 2025

Madness Returns Enhanced with Fan Patch on PC

Modder Wemino releases a fan patch for Madness Returns, enhancing PC performance. Users enjoy improved gameplay and visuals.

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16 Nov 2025

Eleventh Hour Games to Self-Publish Last Epoch

Skystone and Eleventh Hour Games nearly collaborated on Last Epoch. Krafton's backing raises new growth prospects.

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16 Nov 2025

New Indie Game Offers Poker-Themed Idle Experience

Mash releases This Ain't Even Poker, Ya Joker, blending poker with idle mechanics. Demo available on Steam now.

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16 Nov 2025

TikTok Scam Deploys Malware via Fake Guides

Cybercriminals use TikTok to circulate malware through fake activation guides, targeting unwary users. Vigilance against TikTok scams is crucial.

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16 Nov 2025

Surviving Mars Relaunched Faces Mixed Reviews on Steam

Paradox releases Surviving Mars remaster on 2025-11-10; mixed reviews, known issues persist.

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16 Nov 2025

Vein's Launch Exceeds Expectations, Major Updates Ahead

Vein surpasses launch expectations, entering a transition phase with planned updates enhancing gameplay and addressing key issues.

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16 Nov 2025

Escape From Tarkov 1.0 Launches on Steam with Giveaway

Tarkov's 1.0 release hits Steam; Battlestate offers code giveaway with tasks until 2025-11-20.

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16 Nov 2025

Garry's Mod Update Enhances NPC Weapon Use and Visuals

Facepunch releases a new Garry's Mod update improving NPC weapons and water visuals, impacting existing maps.

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16 Nov 2025

Enshrouded Adds Water Update Ahead of 1.0 Launch

Enshrouded integrates water mechanics; expected 1.0 release in 2026. Ongoing development ensures continued player support post-launch.

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16 Nov 2025

Urbek: City Builder Hits 80% Off on Steam Until 2025-11-17

Urbek offers an 80% discount on Steam, available until 2025-11-17, blending city building with resource management.

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15 Nov 2025

Tab-targeting in MMOs: A Classic Combat System's Enduring Role

The classic tab-targeting combat system remains relevant in MMOs, with recent attempts at action combat failing to capture its unique depth and rhythm.

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15 Nov 2025

Vermintide 2 Adds Revamped River Reik Map in Update

Vermintide 2 launches Return to the Reik update with an enhanced map and new challenges, releasing 2023-11-20 for all players.

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