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May 15, 2026

Minecraft Bedrock 26.21 Released as Patch 1.048

Minecraft Bedrock Edition 26.21 was released on May 14, addressing various technical issues. The update is labeled as Minecraft update 1.048 (version 1.048.000) for console gamers. It fixes a freeze issue when opening a furnace without recipes, several gameplay crashes, and block traits not respecting experimental requirements for format_version >= 1.26.20.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

NETMARBLE RELEASES GAME OF THRONES: KINGSROAD ON PC AHEAD OF GRAND LAUNCH

Netmarble has released Game of Thrones: Kingsroad for PC, featuring an open-world rendition of Westeros and three classes: Knight, Sellsword, and Assassin. The game became available on May 14, 2026, through platforms like the Netmarble Launcher, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. To celebrate the launch, Netmarble is hosting four events with rewards including a Rare Wildling Outfit and a Legendary Artifact Box. A mobile version of the game is set to launch on May 21, 2026. The game is officially licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of HBO.

Tech Optimizer

May 15, 2026

From commit to cloud: Powering what’s next for PostgreSQL

PostgreSQL is widely used across various industries, supported by Microsoft through significant investments, including 345 commits to the latest release and a dedicated team of contributors. It is recognized for its ability to handle complex production challenges, such as transactional integrity and concurrency management. Microsoft operates PostgreSQL globally, informing upstream contributions based on real-world deployment experiences. The database is increasingly integrated into AI applications, with Azure Database for PostgreSQL and Azure HorizonDB focusing on AI functionalities. Microsoft offers multiple deployment models to accommodate different workload needs, including Azure Database for PostgreSQL for open-source workloads and Azure HorizonDB for cloud-native systems. Recent contributions from Microsoft include enhancements in asynchronous I/O, vacuum behavior, and query planning. Azure HorizonDB is designed for high-throughput, low-latency systems requiring horizontal scaling. Microsoft also invests in developer tools, such as a Visual Studio Code extension for PostgreSQL, and sponsors PostgreSQL conferences and user groups globally.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

Batman Arkham Knight is now an Xbox Play Anywhere title

Batman: Arkham Knight is now available as an Xbox Play Anywhere game through Xbox Game Pass on PC. Originally launched in 2015, it received critical acclaim on Xbox One and PS4, though the PC version faced challenges at release. Developers have since improved the PC experience. It is the third main installment in the Arkham series and has been part of the Game Pass lineup for an extended period.

Winsage

May 15, 2026

Microsoft is asking for your help to fix Windows 11 — and I’m hopeful this isn’t just a desperate move

Microsoft is launching a 'Windows Insider Panel' to enhance the user experience of Windows 11 by gathering feedback from testers on the operating system's interface. Invitations have been sent out for participation in studies focusing on various aspects of user experience. The company has previously held a meeting with Windows Insiders to emphasize the importance of user feedback, indicating that it directly influences their decisions. This initiative is part of Microsoft's broader strategy to address concerns about Windows 11 and shows their commitment to implementing meaningful improvements based on user suggestions.

Winsage

May 14, 2026

Windows 11 and Microsoft Edge hacked at Pwn2Own Berlin 2026

On the inaugural day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2026, a total of ,000 was awarded to security researchers for exploiting 24 unique zero-day vulnerabilities. Orange Tsai earned ,000 for chaining four logic bugs to achieve a sandbox escape on Microsoft Edge. Windows 11 was targeted by Angelboy, TwinkleStar03, Marcin Wiązowski, and Kentaro Kawane, each earning ,000 for demonstrating new privilege escalation zero-days. Valentina Palmiotti earned ,000 for rooting Red Hat Linux for Workstations and an additional ,000 for a zero-day in the NVIDIA Container Toolkit. Other notable exploits included k3vg3n earning ,000 for taking down LiteLLM, Satoki Tsuji and haehae earning ,000 for exploiting NVIDIA Megatron Bridge zero-days, Compass Security and maitai earning ,000 each for hacking OpenAI's Codex, haehae earning ,000 for a Chroma zero-day, and STARLabs SG earning ,000 for exploiting a LM Studio zero-day. The DEVCORE Research Team leads the competition with ,000 in earnings, followed by Valentina Palmiotti with ,000. The contest is held at the OffensiveCon conference from May 14 to May 16, with over ,000,000 in cash and prizes available. Participants must target fully patched products and demonstrate arbitrary code execution. Vendors have a 90-day window to release security fixes after zero-day flaws are disclosed. Last year, the TrendMicro Zero Day Initiative awarded ,078,750 for 29 zero-day vulnerabilities.

AppWizard

May 14, 2026

After all that drama, Subnautica 2 is good

Subnautica 2 is a combat-free survival game set in an expansive oceanic world where players gather resources, craft gear, and uncover the fate of settlers. The game features an AI supervisor that encourages players to embrace death, allowing for instant respawning. Players can absorb alien DNA to adapt to new biomes, and the game promotes exploration and self-discovery, although some mechanics could benefit from clearer explanations. Co-op gameplay has been introduced, allowing for collaborative base-building. The game is currently in early access and will remain so for up to three years, during which additional content will be added. Despite being unfinished, it has achieved significant sales.

AppWizard

May 14, 2026

2025 PC Game Now 100% Free to Keep on Steam

The horror game "Terrors to Unveil – Day Off" is now available for free on Steam until May 19, allowing users to download and keep it indefinitely. The game is categorized as "Unknown" for compatibility with the Steam Deck, and players must test its performance themselves. It has a 72% approval rating from nearly 100 user reviews, with praise for its atmospheric setting and tension, though about 30% of reviews express dissatisfaction with pacing and writing quality. The estimated playtime is between one to two hours.

AppWizard

May 14, 2026

Party Animals’ $75,000 AI video contest is a slap in the face to its creative team, and I’m not surprised it’s getting blasted on Steam

Recreate Games announced an AI video contest called the 'Golden Paw Awards' for players to create short films using generative AI tools, which has led to significant backlash from the community. The contest offers a cash prize of ,000 but has faced criticism for its reliance on AI-generated content, resulting in over 800 unfavorable reviews and a 'Mostly Negative' classification for recent reviews of Party Animals. In response to the negative feedback, Recreate Games issued an apology and proposed three options: canceling the contest, changing it to a non-AI competition, or keeping both AI and non-AI categories. The studio emphasized that they view AI as a tool for creative expression, but this explanation has not alleviated community disappointment.

AppWizard

May 14, 2026

A new Far Far West update slices its grind in half, and stamps out Joker hoarding

The developer Evil Raptor has released a significant update for the team shooter Far Far West, which includes an overhaul of the Prestige system to reduce grind time by halving the required experience gains and restructuring the unlocking process for Joker and upgrade slots. Players can now prestige heroes and weapons up to level 15 and unlock an additional bonus upgrade slot, totaling six. Jokers will now be instanced per player to improve resource distribution, and players can share Jokers without triggering healing effects. The drop rate of Jokers has been adjusted based on team size. Balance changes include increased ammo for the Bow, a damage buff for Dual Revolvers, and a doubled Fire Rate upgrade for the Minigun. The Overblast modifier has been nerfed, and adjustments have been made to enemy types for better balance. The update also features bug fixes, quality-of-life improvements, and new options for players in the lobby. The update is now live, and players are encouraged to provide feedback through official channels.