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AppWizard

October 22, 2025

How to save in Vampire: The Masquerade

In Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, players can only save their progress through an auto-save system that activates at certain checkpoints, marked by Anarch Tags. Quitting the game does not trigger a save, and players are warned that exiting to the main menu will result in the loss of unsaved progress. The game has only one auto-save slot, which is overwritten when starting a new playthrough, though previous saves are preserved in a file starting from a checkpoint. Players can access a chapter select option by choosing 'Load Game' at the title screen, allowing them to start from completed quests, with a total of 22 unique saves available for those who have finished the game. Selecting a quest will overwrite the current auto-save.

AppWizard

October 19, 2025

Don’t let 2025’s best-kept JRPG secret pass you by, because it just got even better with a free endgame update

In 2025, the turn-based combat game Quartet, developed by Something Classic, continues to gain popularity with its latest update. The game features a refined turn-based RPG system, inspired by classics like Final Fantasy 6 and Chrono Trigger, and incorporates a freeform narrative structure similar to Octopath Traveler. Players can explore four distinct stories in any order, assemble a party of eight characters, and engage in dynamic combat with a turn queue system reminiscent of Final Fantasy X. The game offers a playtime of 20-30 hours, with rich exploration and a nostalgic '90s aesthetic. Update 1.2 introduces a new sheep-stacking minigame, an optional dungeon called the Cave of the Mighty Javelin, an auto-save feature, 'battle cursor memory', 'battle party memory', improved AI for card game opponents, and the ability to retrieve a previously missable item. Quartet is available on Steam for .99 / £15.99, with a demo and Steam Deck verification for handheld play.

AppWizard

September 19, 2025

4 apps you should use instead of Google Docs

The author experienced file management issues with Google Docs due to its lack of a folder system, leading to a search for alternatives. 1. Notion: Offers seamless transition from Google Docs, with essential formatting tools, auto-save, user-friendly sharing, and offline access. It is highly customizable but has a steep learning curve compared to Google Docs. 2. Obsidian: Focuses on privacy with local file storage by default, allowing offline access without internet. It offers cloud synchronization for flexibility but is ideal for users who prefer keeping documents off the cloud. 3. Simplenote: A simple app for creating notes and to-do lists with easy sharing and document pinning. It lacks a folder organization system, which may limit its use for extensive document collections. 4. WPS Office: A robust alternative that supports document creation, presentations, and spreadsheets, with a built-in PDF reader. Its interface resembles Microsoft Word, but it is owned by a Chinese company, raising some privacy concerns despite end-to-end encryption. The author also mentions Evernote and Google Keep as other options, with Evernote's free plan becoming less appealing and Google Keep being simpler but limited for extensive document needs.

AppWizard

August 9, 2025

It’s 2025 and saving in absolutely every game still sucks

IStewieAI's Auto-Save Manager (ASM) for Fallout: New Vegas offers customizable autosave options, allowing players to set their own save intervals and maintain multiple autosaves. Users can choose to autosave at various intervals and create a list of saves that overwrite the oldest ones. This tool addresses the limitations of traditional autosave and quicksave systems, which often leave players with a single autosave and cumbersome navigation to access saves. The demand for more sophisticated saving systems in gaming is evident, with calls for features like dedicated quicksave and quickload buttons on controllers.

Tech Optimizer

August 1, 2025

Best Alternative to Microsoft Defender Antivirus of 2025

Microsoft Defender is the default antivirus solution for Windows users, offering real-time alerts and a built-in firewall. TotalAV is a notable alternative that provides a range of features, including an ad blocker, data breach monitoring, and performance optimization tools. Both Microsoft Defender and TotalAV have a protection rate of 99.1%. TotalAV includes features like anti-phishing measures, a VPN service, and a password manager with 256-bit AES encryption. Microsoft Defender is free with Windows, while TotalAV has three pricing tiers: Premium, Internet Security, and Total Security, with prices starting at .95 per year. Microsoft Defender offers basic customer support, while TotalAV provides 24/7 dedicated support and a knowledge base.

Tech Optimizer

June 1, 2025

Bitdefender vs. Norton: Which Antivirus Titan Reigns Supreme for Your Digital Safety?

Bitdefender was established in 1996 and rebranded in 2001, becoming the most popular mobile antivirus in North and South America in 2022. Norton was founded in 1982 and became well-known after Symantec's acquisition. Bitdefender achieves over 98% detection rates online and offline, with five false positives in tests, while Norton exceeds 99% online and 97% offline but has a higher false positive rate. Bitdefender offers a configurable firewall in its Total Security package, while Norton provides a customizable firewall across all products. Bitdefender lacks identity theft protection in its core offerings but offers a separate service, while Norton includes comprehensive identity theft protection in its highest tier. Bitdefender includes a VPN with a 200MB daily cap, while Norton offers an unlimited VPN in most tiers. Bitdefender features an integrated password manager without two-factor authentication, while Norton allows credential sharing and has standalone options. Bitdefender provides basic parental controls, while Norton includes additional features like GPS tracking. Bitdefender enhances its packages with a file shredder and vulnerability scanner, while Norton offers SafeCam and Dark Web Monitoring. Bitdefender is known for resource efficiency, receiving awards for performance, while Norton also received recognition for its performance. Bitdefender has an easy-to-navigate interface, while Norton has a more complex interface. In AV-Comparatives tests, Bitdefender slightly surpassed Norton in offline detection and online protection rates. Bitdefender pricing starts at approximately .99/year for one device, while Norton starts at .99/year for one device as well.

Winsage

April 15, 2025

There’s AI Inside Windows Paint and Notepad Now. Here’s How to Use It

Companies are integrating artificial intelligence into their software, with recent updates to Windows applications like Paint and Notepad showcasing AI enhancements. In Windows Paint, a Copilot button introduces three features: 1. Image Creator: Users can generate images from descriptive prompts, selecting styles for the output. 2. Generative Erase: This tool lets users remove unwanted elements from images and fills in the background using surrounding pixels. 3. Remove Background: This feature isolates the main subject of an image by turning the background white. Generative Erase and Remove Background are free, while Image Creator requires AI credits available through Microsoft 365 or Copilot Pro subscriptions. In Windows Notepad, the Copilot button offers features to refine existing text: 1. Make shorter and Make longer: Adjusts the length of selected text. 2. Change tone: Modifies the text's tone to be inspirational, formal, casual, or humorous. 3. Change format: Restructures text into lists, marketing language, or poetry. 4. Rewrite: Provides previews of rewritten text for selection. Notepad's AI-powered rewrites are limited for free users, with extensive use requiring AI credits tied to a Microsoft 365 or Copilot Pro subscription. The Copilot button can be disabled in settings for a distraction-free experience.

AppWizard

February 6, 2025

Spider-Man 2’s first PC patch is live with ‘several crash fixes,’ UI improvements, and an auto-save backup

Spider-Man 2 has received its first substantial patch aimed at addressing crash issues and bugs after a challenging debut with a "mixed" user rating on Steam. The patch includes various crash fixes based on player feedback, improvements to crash reporting, user interface enhancements, and new features such as toggling Film Style Animation and Comic SFX. Additionally, it implements autosave backups, adds mouse scrolling to the manual load/save menu, and reduces noise in character hair when using DLSS Ray Reconstruction. Other fixes include resolving a bug related to ray-traced reflections and ensuring that settings for Subtitle Text Size and other options are no longer synchronized between devices. Players are encouraged to keep their GPU drivers updated and contact Nixxes support for ongoing performance issues.

TrendTechie

December 21, 2024

Похоже, «Смута» уже вышла на торренте. Геймеры сообщили о сливе полного билда игры за пять дней до релиза

The action RPG "Smuta" is scheduled for release on April 4, 2024. A demo version has been released, generating excitement, but a complete build of the game has been leaked. Players have confirmed that this build is fully functional and includes improvements over the demo, such as better optimization and less lag. One player reported that the game runs decently on a modest system, delivering 30 to 60 frames per second at 2K resolution, with minor stutters and a single texture glitch. The voice acting is noted to be less cringeworthy than in the demo, and the combat system is described as simplistic but with some variety. "Smuta" will be available on PC via the VK Play platform, and pre-orders are currently being accepted with a promotional discount.

Winsage

November 14, 2024

6 ways Notepad has become better in Windows 11

Microsoft has updated Notepad in Windows 11 with several new features: - Integration of Copilot with a "Rewrite" capability for text rephrasing. - Support for dark mode, enhancing usability in low-light conditions. - Native ARM support for Arm64 PCs, improving performance on Snapdragon-powered devices. - Introduction of a spellcheck feature that highlights misspelled words and offers corrections. - New tab support allowing users to manage multiple documents within a single window. - Auto-save functionality that automatically saves changes, preserving work for users.