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Microsoft's Outlook Lite Android App Will Stop Working on May 25
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Microsoft’s Outlook Lite Android App Will Stop Working on May 25

Microsoft will retire its Outlook Lite Android app on May 25, 2026, following its removal from the Google Play Store on October 6, 2025. Launched in 2022 for users in emerging markets, Outlook Lite was designed for devices with 1GB of RAM and slower 2G and 3G networks, offering less storage use and better power efficiency. Microsoft is directing users to its primary Outlook mobile app, which will include an Upgrade option for Outlook Lite users. The primary app is ad-supported, with an ad-free experience available through a Microsoft 365 Personal or Home subscription.
Warhammer Classics brings dozens of lost games to Steam, including my blursed childhood favorite
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Warhammer Classics brings dozens of lost games to Steam, including my blursed childhood favorite

Warhammer 40,000 Fire Warrior is being released on Steam as part of the Warhammer Classics collection, which includes seven new titles: Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat, Final Liberation: Warhammer Epic 40,000, Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate, Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War, Warhammer: Dark Omen, and Warhammer: Mark of Chaos - Gold Edition. Additionally, 17 re-releases are coming to the platform, including the first two Dawn of War games and Battlefleet Gothic. The developer and publisher, SNEG, has updated these classic games for compatibility with modern systems. The complete roster of returning titles includes Space Hulk, Space Hulk: Ascension, Warhammer 40,000: Armageddon, Warhammer 40,000: Sanctus Reach, Talisman: Horus Heresy, Talisman: Origins, Man O' War: Corsair - Warhammer Naval Battles, Warhammer Quest, Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times, Legacy of Dorn: Herald of Oblivion, Warhammer Underworlds - Shadespire Edition, Dawn of War, Dawn of War 2, Chainsaw Warrior, Chainsaw Warrior: Lords of Night, Dark Future: Blood Red States, Space Hulk: Tactics, Battlefleet Gothic: Armada, Blood Bowl: Chaos Edition, and Blood Bowl 2: Legendary Edition. The collection is available on Steam with a launch discount until April 20.
Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (6th–12th of April)
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Top-rated Steam PC Games Released Last Week (6th–12th of April)

KuloNiku: Bowl Up! — 97% positive reviews of 474 ratings, Developer: Gambir Studio, Publisher: Raw Fury, Genre: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. Sol Cesto — 93% positive reviews of 2461 ratings, Developer: Tambouille, Géraud Zucchini, Chariospirale, Publisher: Goblinz Publishing, Genre: Indie, Strategy, Release Date: 10 Apr, 2026. Nautical Survival — 99% positive reviews of 162 ratings, Developer: Idan Rooze, Publisher: Idan Rooze, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Wannabe Galgame God!!! — 98% positive reviews of 235 ratings, Developer: Noctella Observatory, Publisher: Noctella Observatory, Genre: Free To Play, Release Date: 10 Apr, 2026. Idols of Ash — 98% positive reviews of 259 ratings, Developer: Leafy Games, Publisher: Leafy Games, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Draw Steel — 6 reviews, Developer: Verisim, MCDM, Publisher: MCDM, Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Elton Manor: Requiem of the Cursed Roses — 98% positive reviews of 65 ratings, Developer: 阿魯, Publisher: Playmeow, Genre: Casual, RPG, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. Origament: A Paper Adventure — 97% positive reviews of 44 ratings, Developer: Space Sauce Studio, Publisher: Beverlor, Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. WRATH: Aeon of Ruin VR - Brutal Edition — 91% positive reviews of 34 ratings, Developer: Team Beef, Flat2VR Studios, Publisher: Flat2VR Studios, Genre: Action, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Arcadia Fallen II — 100% positive reviews of 32 ratings, Developer: Galdra Studios, Publisher: Galdra Studios, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. GGST Additional Character 18 - Jam Kuradoberi — 94% positive reviews of 76 ratings, Developer: Arc System Works, Publisher: Arc System Works, Genre: Action, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Barking from the Dark — 100% positive reviews of 27 ratings, Developer: shoftArt, Publisher: shoftArt, Genre: Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Fortune Seller — 97% positive reviews of 40 ratings, Developer: Kiwick, Publisher: Kiwick, Genre: Casual, Indie, Strategy, Release Date: 6 Apr, 2026. Find Your Words — 96% positive reviews of 56 ratings, Developer: Capybara Games, Publisher: Capybara Games, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Spinny Dungeon — 97% positive reviews of 44 ratings, Developer: Typing Monkey, Publisher: Typing Monkey, Genre: Indie, RPG, Strategy, Release Date: 6 Apr, 2026. Pluralys — 96% positive reviews of 28 ratings, Developer: Ivalys Studios, Publisher: Ivalys Studios, Genre: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. MINOS — 90% positive reviews of 152 ratings, Developer: Artificer, Publisher: Devolver Digital, Genre: Action, Adventure, Simulation, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026. Subversive Memories — 96% positive reviews of 33 ratings, Developer: Southward Studio, Publisher: Southward Studio, Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie, Release Date: 8 Apr, 2026. Nippets: A Hidden Object Game — 91% positive reviews of 59 ratings, Developer: Blink Industries, Publisher: Blink Industries, Genre: Casual, Indie, Release Date: 7 Apr, 2026. [Redacted] The Safehouse — 100% positive reviews of 21 ratings, Developer: Heartbeast, Publisher: Heartbeast, Genre: Indie, Release Date: 9 Apr, 2026.
Send us your best gaming clips from Crimson Desert and you could win $500 in Steam gift cards
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Send us your best gaming clips from Crimson Desert and you could win $500 in Steam gift cards

PC Gamer has launched a new feature called PC Gamer Clips, allowing gamers to share entertaining gameplay moments on social media. Each month, the editorial team will select a favorite clip, and the creator of the winning video will receive a prize of 0 in Steam gift cards. This prize is currently available only to residents of the US and UK. To participate, gamers can record their gameplay and upload it via a submission form on the Clips page, including their social media handle for credit.
Microsoft will shut down its Outlook Lite Android app on May 25
AppWizard
April 13, 2026

Microsoft will shut down its Outlook Lite Android app on May 25

Outlook Lite will cease operations on May 25, following its phased retirement that began last October when it was removed from the Google Play Store. Launched in 2022, Outlook Lite was aimed at users in emerging markets with entry-level smartphones and limited network connectivity, achieving over 10 million downloads by 2024. After May 25, the app may still launch but will not display emails or calendar items. Users are encouraged to transition to alternative email clients, with Microsoft recommending the Outlook Mobile app as the primary replacement, which syncs existing emails and calendar entries. Organizations using Outlook Lite should update their internal documentation and guide employees toward alternative applications before the deadline. Other Android alternatives include Proton Mail, Spark Mail, and Gmail, although none match Outlook Lite's compact 5MB size.
Tomorrow Is Xbox Game Pass’ Biggest Day of 2026 So Far
AppWizard
April 13, 2026

Tomorrow Is Xbox Game Pass’ Biggest Day of 2026 So Far

Xbox Game Pass will introduce three new titles: Replaced, Hades II, and The Thaumaturge. Replaced is a day-one Xbox console exclusive developed by Sad Cat Studios, while Hades II, from Supergiant Games, will be available for the first time on Xbox Game Pass on April 14, 2025. The Thaumaturge, an RPG from Fool’s Theory and 11 Bit Studios, debuted in 2024 and will also join the service. Only two of these titles will be classified as Xbox Game Pass Premium additions, and subscribers to the Xbox Game Pass Essential tier will not receive new content. Replaced will not be available to Xbox Game Pass Premium subscribers, and a 20% discount will be offered on each title while available.
The engineer who built Windows Task Manager in the 90s says its 80KB footprint was a feature not an accident
Winsage
April 13, 2026

The engineer who built Windows Task Manager in the 90s says its 80KB footprint was a feature not an accident

David Plummer, a veteran Microsoft engineer, created the original Windows Task Manager (Taskmgr.exe) in the 1990s, which had a file size of only 80KB. This small size was crucial for its functionality during system freezes. Plummer used a mutex to check if another instance of the program was running, allowing for efficient operation without complex process lists or loops. His recent reflections in early 2026 have sparked discussions about the evolution of software, particularly criticizing Windows 11 for straying from its foundational purpose and emphasizing resource efficiency. The 1990s hardware constraints forced developers to innovate, contrasting with today's environment where abundant resources allow for less efficient applications. Plummer's mutex technique is now seen as a benchmark in application design, highlighting a generational shift in development practices. The discourse around his 80KB Task Manager raises questions about the future of software procurement and the importance of memory footprint in purchasing decisions.
'Single-player Tarkov' Road to Vostok's solo dev admits its huge popularity is "running away from me," but he has a plan
AppWizard
April 13, 2026

‘Single-player Tarkov’ Road to Vostok’s solo dev admits its huge popularity is “running away from me,” but he has a plan

Antti Leinonen, a Finnish soldier turned solo developer, launched his survival shooter game, Road to Vostok, which sold around 140,000 copies and has over 25,000 daily active users five days post-launch. He faces challenges managing player feedback, with over 11,000 unread emails, and plans to hire additional support next month. Leinonen is pleased with the game's launch performance and believes it debuted in a solid state for early access. He intends to take a break for personal recovery before implementing hotfixes and enhancing the game, including improvements to enemy AI and new features.
New LEGO Minecraft sets scheduled for this summer have leaked
AppWizard
April 12, 2026

New LEGO Minecraft sets scheduled for this summer have leaked

Reddit has announced strategic initiatives to enhance user engagement and monetization, including new moderation tools for community leaders, personalized content recommendations using advanced algorithms, and monetization opportunities for content creators through subscriptions and exclusive content. The company is attracting investor interest due to its potential for growth and innovation, with a focus on diversifying revenue sources. Reddit's strategy emphasizes community involvement and user feedback in developing new features, aiming to balance innovation with its foundational principles.
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