Soft & games news and updates for Desktop Page 41

24 Sep 2025

D-topia Makes Its Debut at Tokyo Game Show With Annapurna

D-topia, by Marumittu Games and Annapurna Interactive, will make its debut at the Tokyo Game Show. Players solve puzzles in a utopian, AI-run society. Scheduled for a 2026 release, the game will be available on PC and major consoles. Explore its unique narrative as a 'facilitator' maintenance worker.

24 Sep 2025

ARC Raiders Set to Launch Across Multiple Platforms

ARC Raiders, a multiplayer shooter from Embark Studios, launches October 30 on Xbox, PS5, Steam, and more, following extensive playtesting and building anticipation.

24 Sep 2025

Windows Updates Focus on Stability Over New Features

Windows 11 25H2's stable release has fewer new features, emphasizing enterprise needs. Meanwhile, Apple's macOS Tahoe introduces fresh UI changes, sparking user interest.

23 Sep 2025

Stormgate Faces Challenges Amid Potential for Recovery

Stormgate, by Frost Giant Studios, launched early with promise. CEO Tim Morten admits missteps in release strategy but sees potential. With 49% positivity on Steam, recovery remains difficult. New strategies could involve outsourcing and AI.

23 Sep 2025

Steam User Breaks Record with 40,000 Games Owned

SonixLegend becomes the first to unlock the Game Collector: 40,000+ badge on Steam, illustrating dedication in digital game collection.

23 Sep 2025

FSR4 Enhances Older AMD GPUs With Minimal Performance Impact

FSR4 upscaling now runs on older AMD RDNA 2 and 3 GPUs, improving visuals with minor performance dips. Modders implemented custom FSR4 code, allowing Radeon RX 6800 XT and RX 7900 XTX compatibility. Some users report ghosting due to shader core limitations.

23 Sep 2025

Delta Force Plans Major Upgrades to Compete with Rivals

Delta Force outlines Year 2 plans, including new operators, destruction upgrades, and a Metal Gear Solid crossover, to enhance competitiveness against Battlefield 6.

23 Sep 2025

Steel Balalaika Prioritizes Anticheat for Fairer Gaming

Steel Balalaika focuses on anticheat measures post-patch 1.09 to enhance multiplayer fairness and tackle cheating, ignoring harmless campaign cheats.

23 Sep 2025

Kalignite Facilitates Smooth ATM Transition to Windows 11

KAL's Kalignite software suite ensures seamless ATM upgrades to Windows 11. Compatible with over 40 ATM hardware models, it uses Kalignite Hypervisor to enable functionality even on older machines, ensuring future readiness for banks.

23 Sep 2025

2XKO Marks Launch with Free-to-Play Model and New Fighter

Riot Games unveils 2XKO's release on October 7 with new content and community tournaments. Season 0 features a new fighter, and progress will carry over. Expect five seasons by 2026 with fresh additions.

23 Sep 2025

Dark Heresy Aims to Rival Top CRPGs in Ambition and Scale

Owlcat’s Dark Heresy emerges as a potential CRPG rival to Baldur’s Gate 3 offering a complex Warhammer 40k ordeal. Emphasizing choice and detailed visuals, it blends detective work with action, aiming to set a new standard in gaming.

23 Sep 2025

Lenovo Giveaway Offers Free Game Keys for PC Gamers

Lenovo Giveaway on September 23 allows Lenovo Legion Gaming Community members to get free Steam keys for Human Fall Flat by claiming them quickly. These promotions offer a popular physics-based co-op game at no cost, providing gaming enthusiasts a valuable opportunity.

23 Sep 2025

EDR-Freeze Suspends Antivirus Using Native Tools

The new EDR-Freeze method exploits native Windows tools to disable antivirus processes without third-party drivers, raising security concerns.

23 Sep 2025

Erenshor Unveils Exciting Update with New Class and Features

Erenshor introduces a major update, Call of the Storm, featuring a bow-and-lightning class, new starting zone Willowwatch, revamped dungeons, and more. Enhanced synergies and challenging combat await players.

23 Sep 2025

DreamScene Feature in Windows 11 Sparks Curiosity

Windows 11 revives DreamScene, enabling video wallpapers, echoing a past feature from Vista Ultimate. This raises questions about its potential popularity in today's video-driven world.

23 Sep 2025

Rematch Enhances Gaming Experience with Crossplay Feature

Rematch Season 1 introduces crossplay, allowing seamless gameplay between PC and console users, while NetworkNext aims to reduce latency for higher-ping players. The update includes balance changes and bug fixes, and addresses issues like the 'Ippy Slide' exploit.

23 Sep 2025

World of Warcraft: Midnight Alpha Begins October 2

Blizzard announces a new phase for World of Warcraft: Midnight, with an Alpha Test starting October 2, after a detailed gameplay presentation by the creative team.

23 Sep 2025

Understanding the Wordle Phenomenon in Today's Business World

Wordle continues to captivate millions with its simple, yet challenging gameplay. Players guess a five-letter word daily, with critics lauding its educational value and entertainment potential. The game's evolution has implications for user engagement strategies in business.

22 Sep 2025

Mythrodite Elevates Minecraft with Mod-Like Fantasy Experience

Mythrodite server offers Minecraft players unique RPG and Towny gameplay, enhancing fantasy settings without downloads. Featuring custom enchantments, epic bosses, and immersive towns, the server welcomes adventurers to forge legends.

22 Sep 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds Offers Steep Discount for Limited Time

Monster Hunter Wilds, a top-rated action RPG, is now available at its lowest price yet. The game is lauded for intense battles and open-world exploration. Players can enjoy a 33% discount until September 28, 2025, perfect for hunters seeking thrilling gameplay.

22 Sep 2025

BlockBlasters Patch Found to Deliver Malicious Software

Genesis Interactive's BlockBlasters patch has been removed from Steam after malicious software was discovered. Gamers are urged to remove the game, run antivirus scans, and monitor accounts closely.

22 Sep 2025

EDR-Freeze Technique Exposes Security Vulnerabilities

EDR-Freeze uses Windows WER to pause security software, avoiding detection and response by exploiting a design weakness in Microsoft's system, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in endpoint protection.

22 Sep 2025

gloVa Easter Egg Unveiled in Dying Light: The Beast

In Dying Light: The Beast, players can discover the Last Hand of gloVa, a unique fiery weapon hidden in an imaginative homage to Harry Potter and Minecraft.

22 Sep 2025

Unyielder Set to Launch on PC with Unique Boss Rush Experience

Unyielder, a 1v1 boss rush FPS, launches for PC users next week. Developed by TrueWorld Studios and published by Shueisha Games, this roguelite game offers an intense post-apocalyptic experience, featuring over 40 unique bosses and the innovative 'BYOBoss' crafting system.

22 Sep 2025

gloVa Weapon Uncovered in Dying Light Easter Egg

Dying Light The Beast reveals a fiery weapon, the Last Hand of gloVa, through a Minecraft and Harry Potter-inspired quest. This homage continues Techland's tradition of hiding unique items in their games.

22 Sep 2025

Webroot Offers 50% Off on Top-Rated Antivirus Software

Webroot, a cloud-based antivirus leader, is offering 50% off their software, recently ranked number one by PassMark. Available plans protect various devices against cybersecurity threats, with enhanced features like Password Manager and Web Threat Shield. Offer ends 30 September.

22 Sep 2025

Windows11 Update Affects DRM Video Playback for Discs

The Windows11 August update KB5064081 may disrupt Blu-ray and DVD playback due to DRM issues, potentially crashing systems. Microsoft aims to release a fix soon.

22 Sep 2025

Windows Update Causes Glitches in Blu-ray Playback

A Windows update disrupts Blu-ray playback, causing glitches due to legacy Enhanced Video Renderer flaws. Microsoft urges a shift to newer APIs.

22 Sep 2025

FC26 Tactics Codes Simplify Squad Setup for Gamers

Unlock the best formations and squad setups in EA FC26 with newly released tactics codes. Whether utilizing personal favorites or top meta picks, these codes streamline the application of proven strategies and enhance your gaming experience in the new FC26 era.

Seelen UI Elevates Windows 11 Desktop Experience

22 Sep 2025

Apps & Games news for Desktop Page 41

D-topia Makes Its Debut at Tokyo Game Show With Annapurna

ARC Raiders Set to Launch Across Multiple Platforms

Windows Updates Focus on Stability Over New Features

Stormgate Faces Challenges Amid Potential for Recovery

Steam User Breaks Record with 40,000 Games Owned

FSR4 Enhances Older AMD GPUs With Minimal Performance Impact

Delta Force Plans Major Upgrades to Compete with Rivals

Steel Balalaika Prioritizes Anticheat for Fairer Gaming

Kalignite Facilitates Smooth ATM Transition to Windows 11

2XKO Marks Launch with Free-to-Play Model and New Fighter

Dark Heresy Aims to Rival Top CRPGs in Ambition and Scale

Lenovo Giveaway Offers Free Game Keys for PC Gamers

EDR-Freeze Suspends Antivirus Using Native Tools

Erenshor Unveils Exciting Update with New Class and Features

DreamScene Feature in Windows 11 Sparks Curiosity

Rematch Enhances Gaming Experience with Crossplay Feature

World of Warcraft: Midnight Alpha Begins October 2

Understanding the Wordle Phenomenon in Today's Business World

Mythrodite Elevates Minecraft with Mod-Like Fantasy Experience

Monster Hunter Wilds Offers Steep Discount for Limited Time

BlockBlasters Patch Found to Deliver Malicious Software

EDR-Freeze Technique Exposes Security Vulnerabilities

gloVa Easter Egg Unveiled in Dying Light: The Beast

Unyielder Set to Launch on PC with Unique Boss Rush Experience

gloVa Weapon Uncovered in Dying Light Easter Egg

Webroot Offers 50% Off on Top-Rated Antivirus Software

Windows11 Update Affects DRM Video Playback for Discs

Windows Update Causes Glitches in Blu-ray Playback

FC26 Tactics Codes Simplify Squad Setup for Gamers

Seelen UI Elevates Windows 11 Desktop Experience

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