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07 Jan 2026

GOG's Winter Classics Promo Features Discounts Up to 95%

GOG's Winter Classics Promo offers vintage PC games at up to 95% discount, from 2026-01-06 to 2026-01-20.

07 Jan 2026

Launch Humble Choice with Sonic Frontiers

Humble Choice unveils January lineup with Sonic Frontiers, Tomb Raider, Hunt: Showdown. Membership grants game codes with benefits, priced at $14.99/month.

07 Jan 2026

ErrTraffic Malware Utilizes Fake Error Pop-ups to Spread

ErrTraffic is spreading malware via fake pop-ups on compromised sites, affecting multiple OS since 2026-01-07.

07 Jan 2026

Windows 11 26H1 to Launch on Snapdragon X2 This Spring

Windows 11 26H1 launches exclusively on Snapdragon X2 PCs in spring 2026, enhancing performance and stability. Intel, AMD models retain 25H2.

07 Jan 2026

First Light: Updated System Requirements Announced

IO Interactive reveals the First Light specs, offering a smoother experience for gaming PCs. Minimum setup supports broad compatibility.

07 Jan 2026

Splitgate's Rebrand to Arena Reloaded Faces Mixed Responses

1047 Games' Splitgate Arena Reloaded shows lower Steam metrics but retains a dedicated community.

07 Jan 2026

Norton 360 in 2026: Key Features and User Benefits

In 2026, Norton 360 evolves as a comprehensive cybersecurity suite, offering antivirus, VPN, and identity-theft tracking. Norton remains a trusted choice.

07 Jan 2026

TR-49 Set for Release on 2026-01-21 on PC and iOS

Inkle Studios is launching TR-49, a narrative deduction game, on PC via Steam and iOS on 2026-01-21.

06 Jan 2026

007 First Light Reveals PC Specs and NVIDIA Collaboration

IO Interactive's 007 First Light announces detailed PC specs and NVIDIA features, enhancing gameplay visuals.

06 Jan 2026

Free File Managers for Windows Outperform File Explorer

Explore three free Windows file managers, Total Commander, OneCommander, and FileVoyager, offering enhanced features over File Explorer.

06 Jan 2026

Copilot Vision Adds App Analysis to Windows 11 Taskbar

Microsoft's Copilot Vision now analyzes apps via the Windows 11 taskbar, offering suggestions based on content. Available for all PCs.

06 Jan 2026

StarRupture Enters Steam Early Access with Unique Survival Mechanisms

StarRupture, from Creepy Jar, hits Steam Early Access, challenging players with survival tactics in extreme conditions.

06 Jan 2026

Escape From Tarkov Tightens Terminal Mission Rules

Escape From Tarkov's Terminal mission sees stricter extraction rules, diverging from player requests for a simplified process.

06 Jan 2026

Warhorse Studios Explores Unreal Engine for New Projects

Warhorse Studios hints at new projects with Unreal Engine, shifting away from CryEngine. Potential for diverse settings.

06 Jan 2026

Wildgate and Total War: Three Kingdoms Free on Epic Games Store

Wildgate, an extraction shooter by Moonshot Games, is free on Epic Games Store until 2024-01-08. Claim now for an exciting gaming experience.

06 Jan 2026

StarRupture Offers Early Access Discount for 2026 Launch

StarRupture by Creepy Jar launches in early access on 2026-01-06 with a 20% discount.

06 Jan 2026

Hytale's World Generation V2 Set to Transform Gameplay

Hytale's new world generation debuts soon, offering players customizable, procedural landscapes. Impact expected in gaming innovation.

06 Jan 2026

FlyOOBE Enhances AI Removal in Windows 11

FlyOOBE updates expand AI debloating options for Windows 11, introducing version 2.4 with new features and user risks.

06 Jan 2026

Microsoft Turns Windows into AI Agents Hub

Microsoft revamps Windows for AI agents on 2026-01-05, enhancing productivity. Key changes include Agent 365 and Azure integrations.

06 Jan 2026

Hackers Disrupt Siege X Again with Bogus Bans

Hackers infiltrate Siege X, send false ban messages to players, impacting gameplay and server stability.

06 Jan 2026

New PC Games Usher in Crab-Themed Adventures

This week's PC game releases feature crab-centric gameplay, diverse worlds, and a challenge to traditional genres.

06 Jan 2026

Hollow Knight Silksong Wins Game of the Year with 43.8 Million Votes

Hollow Knight Silksong secures Steam's Game of the Year title with 43.8 million votes, reflecting strong player support. An expansion is upcoming.

06 Jan 2026

Quake Brutalist Jam III Expands with 77 New Maps

Quake Brutalist Jam III adds 77 maps, new weapons, and enemies, overhauling Quake's look and feel.

06 Jan 2026

Silksong Wins Game of the Year at 2025 Steam Awards

Hollow Knight: Silksong wins Game of the Year and Best Game You Suck At at 2025 Steam Awards. Highlights indie success amidst AAA titles.

06 Jan 2026

Billie's Wheelie Now Free on Steam Until 2026-01-10

Billie's Wheelie, an adventure racing platformer, is free on Steam until 2026-01-10. A limited-time offer with co-op play, set to delight players.

06 Jan 2026

Retired Windows 10 PCs Find New Life as Budget NAS

Windows 10 PCs become budget NAS. Obsolescence bypassed with TrueNAS or Unraid; ideal for home storage.

06 Jan 2026

Cultic Update Introduces New Map and Features

Cultic's Christmas update released with new map and features, enhancing gameplay. Available from 2025-12-25.

06 Jan 2026

Path of Exile 2 Patch Changes Vaal Temple Dynamics

Path of Exile 2's latest patch alters Vaal Temple mechanics. Balance change affects all players; some face challenges.

06 Jan 2026

Microsoft Ends Windows 10 Support as Third-Party Tools Step In

On 2025-10-14, Microsoft ended Windows 10 support, leaving millions to seek third-party tools for security.

06 Jan 2026

Raycast Beta for Windows Enhances Productivity with Extensions

Raycast beta launches on Windows, enhancing productivity with command palette and extensions.

Apps & Games news for Desktop Page 6

GOG's Winter Classics Promo Features Discounts Up to 95%

Launch Humble Choice with Sonic Frontiers

ErrTraffic Malware Utilizes Fake Error Pop-ups to Spread

Windows 11 26H1 to Launch on Snapdragon X2 This Spring

First Light: Updated System Requirements Announced

Splitgate's Rebrand to Arena Reloaded Faces Mixed Responses

Norton 360 in 2026: Key Features and User Benefits

TR-49 Set for Release on 2026-01-21 on PC and iOS

007 First Light Reveals PC Specs and NVIDIA Collaboration

Free File Managers for Windows Outperform File Explorer

Copilot Vision Adds App Analysis to Windows 11 Taskbar

StarRupture Enters Steam Early Access with Unique Survival Mechanisms

Escape From Tarkov Tightens Terminal Mission Rules

Warhorse Studios Explores Unreal Engine for New Projects

Wildgate and Total War: Three Kingdoms Free on Epic Games Store

StarRupture Offers Early Access Discount for 2026 Launch

Hytale's World Generation V2 Set to Transform Gameplay

FlyOOBE Enhances AI Removal in Windows 11

Microsoft Turns Windows into AI Agents Hub

Hackers Disrupt Siege X Again with Bogus Bans

New PC Games Usher in Crab-Themed Adventures

Hollow Knight Silksong Wins Game of the Year with 43.8 Million Votes

Quake Brutalist Jam III Expands with 77 New Maps

Silksong Wins Game of the Year at 2025 Steam Awards

Billie's Wheelie Now Free on Steam Until 2026-01-10

Retired Windows 10 PCs Find New Life as Budget NAS

Cultic Update Introduces New Map and Features

Path of Exile 2 Patch Changes Vaal Temple Dynamics

Microsoft Ends Windows 10 Support as Third-Party Tools Step In

Raycast Beta for Windows Enhances Productivity with Extensions

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