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Dell PCs are shutting down after Windows 11's July update, Microsoft admits and blocks it
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Dell PCs are shutting down after Windows 11’s July update, Microsoft admits and blocks it

Microsoft has blocked the Windows 11 July 2026 update (KB5101650) on certain Dell PCs due to issues causing unexpected shutdowns, diminished performance, excessive heat, and battery drain. The problems are linked to the Intel Innovation Platform Framework Processor Participant driver, which affects power management. The complications stem from an optional June 2026 update (KB5095093) that introduced changes impacting the performance of some Dell PCs. Microsoft has not provided a list of affected models but is working with Dell to resolve the issue. The July update has been preemptively blocked from installation on incompatible devices, and a resolution is expected soon.
Microsoft: Some Dell PCs shut down after recent Windows updates
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Microsoft: Some Dell PCs shut down after recent Windows updates

Microsoft has temporarily halted the rollout of the Windows 11 security updates for certain Dell devices due to reports of shutdowns and performance issues linked to the KB5101650 cumulative update. The issues began after the installation of the June 23, 2026, preview update (KB5095093), which caused a conflict with the Intel Innovation Platform Framework Processor Participant driver. Affected Dell systems are showing a yellow exclamation mark in Device Manager and may experience unexpected shutdowns, poor performance, increased heat, and battery drain. Microsoft is working with Dell to resolve the issue and will not distribute the KB5101650 update to impacted systems until a fix is implemented.
Aether Legends is here
AppWizard
July 15, 2026

Aether Legends is here

The Aether Legends DLC introduces a new realm in Minecraft, known as the Aether dimension, which cannot be integrated into existing worlds and spans 5,000 x 5,000 blocks. Players can access the Aether by constructing a portal using glowstone, a resource from the Nether. The Aether features challenges and threats, including three epic bosses: the Slider, the Valkyrie Queen, and Karthul.
Epic Games Store boss quits after 8 years to take up new role at Saber Interactive
AppWizard
July 14, 2026

Epic Games Store boss quits after 8 years to take up new role at Saber Interactive

Steve Allison has left his position as vice president and general manager of the Epic Games Store after eight years to become the chief business officer at Saber Interactive. He praised Saber Interactive's founders and their ability to create high-quality games cost-effectively, mentioning upcoming titles like Space Marine 3, Jurassic Park, Turok, Hellraiser, and a new John Wick game, along with several unannounced projects. During his tenure at Epic Games, Allison helped launch the Epic Games Store in 2018, which now has 78 million monthly active users, largely due to the strategy of offering free games. The Epic Games Store competes with Steam, which is estimated to have around 200 million monthly active users. Saber Interactive, founded in 2001, gained recognition for its work on Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary and was acquired by Embracer in 2020, later being sold to a company owned by Karch for 7 million.
Chaotic Dinosaur Party Brawler, Dino Party, Scores on PC, Aug. 14
AppWizard
July 14, 2026

Chaotic Dinosaur Party Brawler, Dino Party, Scores on PC, Aug. 14

On August 14, 2026, Studio Nachtwerk will release Dino Party, a party brawler for 2-4 players on PC via Steam. The game features a series of minigames focused on punching, shielding, and sabotaging opponents, with options for online play or couch co-op. Matches last 15 minutes and take place across 35 unique arenas with various hazards. Players can customize their dino avatars with over 120 unlockable cosmetics. The game will be priced at .99 / €12.25 and support 18 languages at launch. Studio Nachtwerk is a Berlin-based indie game studio founded by Florian Wolf and Philipp Wagner.
Final Boss: The Video Game announced for PC – adaptation of Image Comics series
AppWizard
July 14, 2026

Final Boss: The Video Game announced for PC – adaptation of Image Comics series

Bit Bot Media, in collaboration with Mecanimal Games, is set to release Final Boss: The Video Game on PC via Steam in the fourth quarter of 2028. The game combines pixel art side-scrolling beat 'em up mechanics with 3D fighting game elements, inspired by the Final Boss Image Comics series by Tyler Kirkham. Players will control characters like Tommy Brazen, Rabak, Masked Vigilante, and Midnight Lily, navigating various environments and facing formidable villains. The gameplay features cooperative play for up to four players, with each stage introducing new mechanics and culminating in 3D boss battles. Key features include animated comic book sequences, an original score by Celldweller, and a nostalgic experience built for modern players.
Microsoft says stop waiting to install Windows updates. Here's why
Winsage
July 14, 2026

Microsoft says stop waiting to install Windows updates. Here’s why

Microsoft has revised its guidance on Windows updates, urging users to install them within three days due to the rise of AI-driven cyber threats. Jeremy Chapman from Microsoft 365 emphasized the need for timely updates, recommending a maximum deferral period of two days for quality updates. In June, Microsoft patched 206 vulnerabilities, highlighting the importance of these updates to avoid significant risks. AI can help attackers exploit vulnerabilities quickly, making the practice of delaying updates obsolete. Microsoft has also developed an AI tool, MDASH, to identify vulnerabilities in Windows code.
The designer of cult classic King of Dragon Pass says his upcoming hellish heist game is pushing the boundaries of a concept he invented in 1999: 'There's really nothing else quite like it'
AppWizard
July 14, 2026

The designer of cult classic King of Dragon Pass says his upcoming hellish heist game is pushing the boundaries of a concept he invented in 1999: ‘There’s really nothing else quite like it’

In 1999, designer David Dunham and his studio A Sharp released King of Dragon Pass, which combines mythic fantasy RPG and cattle management simulation. Although it initially faced commercial disappointment, it gained a dedicated following for its narrative experience. Later in 2023, Dunham and A Sharp will launch Thousand Hells: The Underworld Heists, described as a "systemic storybook experience" by its publisher, Kitfox Games. Dunham calls it a "tactical narrative game," emphasizing its unconventional classification. The game features gameplay elements where players use traits of party members in conflict resolution, set in a fantastical representation of Byzantium. It introduces conditional, rearrangeable storytelling elements, which Dunham claims to have pioneered in the '90s, although he acknowledges that King of Chicago may have predated him. Thousand Hells offers a unique experience in each playthrough and can be completed in one to two hours, contrasting with the longer narratives of its predecessors.
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