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Winsage

February 10, 2026

De-Enshittify Windows 11: OneDrive ⭐

Microsoft has auto-enabled the OneDrive Folder Backup feature in Windows 11 version 25H2 without notifying users, syncing the Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders automatically. Many users may not want these folders synced due to containing sensitive or large files. Disabling Folder Backup can be cumbersome, as it requires users to decide where to store contents, complicating content management. Unlike previous versions, this feature is activated post-login without user consent. To uninstall OneDrive, users can go to Settings > Apps > Installed apps, locate Microsoft OneDrive, and select "Uninstall." Uninstalling does not delete cloud-stored files, which remain accessible via the OneDrive website or app. Users can prevent OneDrive from enabling Folder Backup during PC setup by acting quickly after the Windows Setup Out of Box Experience (OOBE) and canceling the backup process when prompted. If Folder Backup is already enabled, users can disable it by accessing OneDrive settings and managing backups for the Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders. OneDrive offers only 5 GB of free cloud storage, with additional storage requiring a subscription to Microsoft 365. Users can disable “On this day” memory notifications in OneDrive settings. To move OneDrive to a different disk, users must unlink their account and select a new folder path during re-sign-in.

AppWizard

January 28, 2026

I never thought Stardew Valley and Diablo could coexist in one game, but then I saw Emberville

Emberville is a new game combining elements of Stardew Valley and Diablo, set to release in Summer 2026. The game features an intricate class system where players earn classes through in-game discoveries and can switch between them, with some skills being transferable across classes. It includes a randomized loot system, allowing items to drop from defeated enemies, while retaining core elements like NPC interactions, farming, crafting, and fishing. The game will feature voice acting from notable actors, including Alex Jordan and Dougle Cockle, and will launch into Steam Early Access in Summer 2026.

AppWizard

January 27, 2026

This week in PC games: is Highguard a nothingburger? Plus, Winnie the Cthulhooh, Code Vein 2 and a plant-based RTS

- John Highguard: A sci-fantasy raid shooter developed by former creators of Apex Legends and Titanfall. - Winnie’s Hole: An early access title that transforms Winnie the Pooh into a cosmic horror roguelite. - Echoes Of Elysium: An early access game featuring six-player co-op in a procedural clockwork world. - Earth Must Die: A point-and-click sci-fi comedy from the creators of The Swindle and Lair of the Clockwork God. - The Spirit Lift: A roguelite deckbuilder set in a haunted hotel. - Roots Devour: A game where players control a malevolent tree deciding the fate of humans. - DON’T LET THEM IN: A horror game where players are supermarket clerks dealing with cautious customers. - Lanesplit: A first-person biking simulator with a cinematic style. - Ghost Keeper: An early access title where players manage a house full of ghosts. - Nova Antarctica: A post-apocalyptic game set in Antarctica focused on mysterious signals. - The Midnight Walkers: An early access extraction shooter set in a megamall with a poison gas mechanic. - Calyx: An RTS game featuring a military force against plant life. - Feastopia: A city-builder roguelite where players feed an infant god to avoid becoming part of the menu. - Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator: A sequel that escalates the absurdity of its predecessor. - Cairn: A climbing adventure game with narrative depth. - I Hate This Place: A survival crafting horror game inspired by comic books. - Don’t Stop, Girlypop: An arena shooter with Y2K aesthetics. - Code Vein 2: The latest entry in the anime Soulslike genre featuring time travel mechanics. - Half Sword: An early access physics-based medieval combat game. - Front Mission 3: A remake of the classic turn-based mech game.

BetaBeacon

January 21, 2026

Epic Games App Launches Globally on Android

- Players can now send direct messages and group chats that sync across different platforms when logged into Fortnite on console, Epic Games Launcher on PC, or Epic Games mobile apps on iOS and Android. - Epic has integrated its Epic Authenticator into the mobile experience, allowing users to enable two-factor authentication using their phone for added security. - The Epic Games app focuses on communication and security, while the Epic Games Store mobile app centers on content access. - The Epic Games app is available globally on both Google Play Store for Android and Apple App Store for iOS, while the Epic Games Store mobile app is available worldwide through Epic's official website on Android and limited to devices in the European Union on iOS. - Epic's mobile updates prioritize communication, security, and account consistency to provide a unified player experience across PC, console, and mobile devices.

AppWizard

January 19, 2026

Google is Making it Harder to Sideload Apps on Google TV & Android

Google plans to modify the sideloading process for apps on Android devices to enhance user safety and address app security concerns. The new process will introduce additional steps and warnings, emphasizing the benefits of apps verified through Google Play and requiring an active internet connection for certain verification checks. Users can still sideload apps without verification, but this option will come with extra prompts to inform them of the risks. Critics worry that these changes may inconvenience power users, while supporters believe they will promote safer habits among average consumers. The rollout of this updated sideloading process is expected to begin in select markets and may coincide with the next major Android release.

AppWizard

January 17, 2026

Earth Must Die in this adventure game boasting a Dispatch-like voice cast of British comedy superheroes, and it releases later this month

Earth Must Die, a comedic adventure game from Size Five Games, is set to launch on January 27. Players will assume the role of Vvalek Lizardtongue, an alien heir facing robotic Terranoids in his kingdom. The game features modern animation and a voice cast that includes Ben Starr, Alex Horne, Matthew Holness, Tamsin Greig, and Joel Fry as Vvalek. A demo is available on Steam for early access.

BetaBeacon

January 9, 2026

Google Play Store may soon let you try paid Android games for free before buying

Google is working on a "Try before you buy" option for Android users to play paid games for a limited time before paying.

AppWizard

January 7, 2026

Rhea Seehorn’s ’90s PC game acting debut has gone viral

Rhea Seehorn began her acting career by portraying a sorceress in the 1997 Magic: The Gathering PC game. She currently stars as Carol in the series Pluribus, created by Vince Gilligan, which is set in a post-alien invasion world. Seehorn's performance in Pluribus has earned her the Critic’s Choice Award for Best Actress. Clips from her early work in Magic: The Gathering have gone viral on social media, and the complete tutorial is available on YouTube. Seehorn humorously recalled the low-budget production, where she wore tube socks with electrical tape instead of proper footwear. After Magic: The Gathering, she appeared in Homicide: Life On The Streets and had a recurring role in I’m With Her. Her breakout role as Kim Wexler in Better Call Saul established her reputation in the industry.

AppWizard

January 7, 2026

It’s not weird to want a generative AI disclosure on games

The rising costs of RAM have delayed a PC upgrade for the author, who reflects on the implications of technology in gaming. Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, criticized Steam's generative AI disclosure requirement, comparing it to revealing haircare routines. The author supports Valve's perspective, viewing the disclosure as a safeguard against issues related to generative AI, which has been accused of automating plagiarism and using copyrighted material. The energy demands of AI data centers are also a concern, drawing parallels to collective environmental damage. Transparency in AI usage in gaming is deemed essential, with Activision's vague statement about generative AI in Call of Duty raising questions. The author believes that if AI enhances games, developers should explain their creative processes. As AI-generated content becomes more common, there may be a trend for developers to announce their lack of AI involvement, though the prospect of creativity driven by algorithms is seen as disheartening.

Tech Optimizer

January 2, 2026

Fake AI chat results are spreading dangerous Mac malware

Cybercriminals are exploiting trust in AI chat tools to spread malware, specifically the Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS), by infiltrating Google search results with fake AI conversations. These conversations mislead Mac users into executing commands that install AMOS without triggering security alerts. Investigators have found that both ChatGPT and Grok have been manipulated in this scheme. Users searching for help with routine tasks may encounter polished AI chat results that appear legitimate, ultimately leading them to run harmful commands in the macOS Terminal. This tactic mirrors previous campaigns that used sponsored search results and SEO-poisoned links to direct users to counterfeit macOS software. The effectiveness of this attack lies in the combination of trust in AI responses and the credibility of search results. To stay safe, users should avoid pasting terminal commands from search results, treat AI instructions as suggestions, use password managers, keep software updated, employ strong antivirus solutions, be skeptical of sponsored results, avoid unknown cleanup guides, and question overly polished instructions.