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15 Sep 2025

Cubic Odyssey Unveils Major Update Enhancing Gameplay Dynamics

Cubic Odyssey, a space adventure game by Atypical Games, updates its adventure mode with a world-generation seeding system and improved co-op features, ensuring a unique experience for players.

15 Sep 2025

Cubic Odyssey Update Enhances Adventure Experience Significantly

The new update to Cubic Odyssey introduces a world-generation seeding system, ensuring each adventure is unique. Enhanced co-op play and other improvements bring it closer to a No Man's Sky-like experience.

15 Sep 2025

ModStealer Malware Targets Cryptocurrency Wallets

ModStealer malware, spreading via deceptive job ads, bypasses antivirus systems to target cryptocurrency wallets on multiple platforms.

15 Sep 2025

Spire 2 Launch Delayed to March 2026 by Mega Crit

Mega Crit announced Spire 2's delay to March 2026, expanding content with alternating zones in acts, enhancing replayability.

12 Sep 2025

EggStreme Malware Targeting Philippine Military Identified

Researchers at Bitdefender uncover EggStreme, a novel malware targeting a Philippine military entity, featuring multi-stage espionage tactics and advanced persistence.

11 Sep 2025

Frosthaven Expands With New Quests and Heroes in Major Updates

Frosthaven, the digital board game adaptation, will introduce new heroes, quests, and storylines in major updates by Snapshot Games. These expansions aim to enhance the gameplay experience as Frosthaven progresses through its Early Access phase on Steam.

11 Sep 2025

Epic Games Store Offers Free Games Including Ghostrunner 2

Epic Games Store is offering Free Games for a limited time, including Ghostrunner 2. These titles are available until 4pm BST on 18 September 2025, allowing players to explore diverse gaming experiences from a cyberpunk future to strategic tribal battles.

11 Sep 2025

Strategic Tips for Conquering Beastfly in Pharloom

Learn effective strategies to tackle Beastfly in Pharloom with the right preparation and combat tactics for both the Hunter's March and Far Fields encounters.

11 Sep 2025

Ghostrunner 2 Now Free on Epic Games Store for Limited Time

Ghostrunner 2, a fast-paced cyberpunk action game, is currently free on the Epic Games Store. Experience the enhanced combat, upgraded katana, and expansive new settings in this highly-rated sequel, available until September 18 alongside Monument Valley 2 and The Battle of Polytopia.

11 Sep 2025

Microsoft Faces Scrutiny Over Security and Ransomware Threats

Sen. Wyden urges FTC probe into Microsoft's role in ransomware, citing inadequate cybersecurity. Wyden calls for stronger security measures for legacy encryptions like RC4.

11 Sep 2025

ChillyHell: A Notarized macOS Backdoor Undetected for Years

ChillyHell, a modular macOS backdoor, evaded detection since 2021. First discovered by Mandiant in 2023 and publicly disclosed by Jamf Threat Labs in 2025, it avoided detection by posing as a harmless app, maintaining stealth access to targeted systems.

11 Sep 2025

Microsoft Releases Windows 11 25H2 ISOs for Testers

Microsoft has released ISO files for Windows 11 25H2, allowing testers a clean installation process before the update's full release. The update maintains core system components intact while offering significant internal improvements and is expected to be generally available in October.

11 Sep 2025

Hell Let Loose Vietnam Offers Asymmetric Warfare Experience

Hell Let Loose Vietnam surprises with its setting shift. This sequel introduces asymmetric mechanics, offering unique strategies for players. Set during the Vietnam War, it promises an intense, immersive combat experience, expanding on the series' existing foundations ahead of its 2026 release.

11 Sep 2025

Nano11 Launches: Minimizing Windows 11 Installation Size

NTDEV introduces Nano11, a PowerShell tool trimming Windows 11 ISOs, achieving up to 3.5 times size reduction. Designed for experimental use, it streamlines installations by removing non-essential components.

11 Sep 2025

Helmets Now Available in Latest Space Marine 2 Update

Saber Interactive releases fan-favorite helmets in Space Marine 2, including the plain Mark 8, with patch 10.1, available in the store. The update also resolves gameplay bugs, enhancing the gaming experience.

11 Sep 2025

Assassin's Creed Update Brings Key Enhancements for Gamers

Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows unveils major improvements including a new gear system, map enhancements, and a free story mission, enticing players to re-engage with the game.

11 Sep 2025

Dragonwilds Update Delay Due to Technical Issues

Dragonwilds 0.9 update faces delay due to detected bugs. Originally set for September 9, release postponed for fixes. Features include new skill trees and controller overhaul. Expected this week, with 0.9.1 due late September.

11 Sep 2025

Windows 10 Users Advised to Join Security Updates Program

As Windows 10 support winds down, users are urged to enroll in the Extended Security Updates program, providing critical security patches until October 2026.

11 Sep 2025

Microsoft's Pinball Game Faced Performance Challenges

The classic Windows Pinball game faced performance challenges due to a significant bug. Former Microsoft engineer Dave Plummer revealed that the game ran at excessive frame rates on faster machines, prompting Raymond Chen to fix it with a frame-rate limiter.