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April 29, 2026

New Minecraft mob Blub possibly leaked by Hallmark ornament

A Hallmark holiday ornament titled "Minecraft Blub Ornament" has revealed a new character named Blub in the Minecraft universe, generating excitement among fans. The ornament is set for release on October 10 and is described as appealing to fans of the game. The listing includes a silhouette image that has led to speculation about Blub's design, with some fans envisioning it as a four-legged creature. There is debate within the community about whether Blub will be part of the main Minecraft game or linked to the upcoming Minecraft Dungeons 2. Mojang has not confirmed any details about Blub, leaving its status uncertain. If Blub is officially introduced, it would join the extensive roster of Minecraft mobs.
Minecraft 26.2 Snapshot 5
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April 29, 2026

Minecraft 26.2 Snapshot 5

The 26.2 Snapshot 5 introduces several new features, including an explosive archetype for the Sulfur Cube and the addition of erupting Geysers formed by Potent Sulfur. The new Sulfur Cube archetype, called Explosive, shares properties with the Regular archetype but has higher air drag and can absorb TNT blocks. When primed, absorbed TNT has a fuse time of 6 seconds when ignited by fire or Redstone, and a randomized fuse time between 0.75 and 3 seconds when primed by an explosion. Sulfur Cubes with absorbed TNT cannot be picked up or damaged, and no Small Sulfur Cubes will spawn upon explosion. Potent Sulfur creates Geysers when placed above a Magma block and under water, sending water particles skyward at random intervals. Various adjustments have been made to mob hitboxes, and Hoglins are now classified as hostile and will not spawn on Peaceful difficulty. New sounds for Geyser eruptions have been added, and Touchscreen Mode has been removed. The Data Pack version is now 104.0, and the Resource Pack version is 86.2. New particles related to Geysers have been introduced, and several bugs have been fixed in this update.
Dial up the chaos in testing
AppWizard
April 29, 2026

Dial up the chaos in testing

Geysers are a new feature in Minecraft that create vertical jets of sulfurous water when a magma block generates beneath a sulfur block submerged under one to four blocks of water. Players can experience these geysers by enabling snapshots in Minecraft: Java Edition or activating experimental features in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. Feedback from players is encouraged to help shape the development of these features.
'Eventually the slop will just fall to the bottom': Garry's Mod sequel launches to 'mixed' reviews, but Garry himself isn't worried about AI games on the main page
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April 29, 2026

‘Eventually the slop will just fall to the bottom’: Garry’s Mod sequel launches to ‘mixed’ reviews, but Garry himself isn’t worried about AI games on the main page

s&box, the successor to Garry's Mod, has been unveiled as an open-source platform aimed at a mature audience, similar to Roblox. It has received a mixed reception on Steam, with many negative reviews citing issues related to AI-generated content. The platform features hastily assembled games, including one titled Terry's Granny (Now with Co-op!). Newman from Facepunch stated that while the studio does not encourage using AI for game creation, they recognize its value as a learning and productivity tool. He emphasized the importance of human creativity and a balanced approach to AI use, suggesting a 50/50 method. Newman mentioned that Facepunch uses AI mainly in early pre-production phases and views it as a tool for learning rather than a replacement for creative processes. He believes that low-quality AI-generated content will eventually be disregarded by users. S&box is now available on Steam for users to explore and contribute to its community.
'Wow, that was quick': Resident Evil Requiem devs thought it would take 2 weeks to crack the Final Puzzle, but players did it in 4 days
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April 28, 2026

‘Wow, that was quick’: Resident Evil Requiem devs thought it would take 2 weeks to crack the Final Puzzle, but players did it in 4 days

Players of Resident Evil Requiem faced challenges with The Final Puzzle, which involved deciphering a series of numbers linked to celestial symbols. The gaming community solved the puzzle in four days through datamining, surprising even the developers at Capcom. Producer Masato Kumazawa initially doubted the puzzle's solvability. A complex segment included a conveyor belt and grinder sequence requiring a 15-minute wait while avoiding zombies. Players theorized that the goal was to flood the grinder system to bring a doll to the surface. Afterward, players had to return to a hospital bathroom to flush a toilet eight times, linked to a clue involving a dead body with the number eight written in blood. This task was part of the process to flood the system, retrieve the doll, and complete the symbol puzzle for in-game currency rewards.
Now, Gemini might get proactive with timely, personalized 'suggestions'
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April 28, 2026

Now, Gemini might get proactive with timely, personalized ‘suggestions’

Google is developing a feature called "Proactive Assistance" for its Gemini app, which aims to provide users with personalized suggestions by utilizing data from connected applications, potentially including Gmail. This feature is linked to another rumored feature called "Your Day," which offers a curated overview of daily highlights. The "Proactive Assistance" feature will prioritize secure data handling and is expected to enhance user engagement by delivering tailored reminders and tasks. There are indications that this feature may have been rebranded to "Daily Brief." Additionally, Gemini has received an upgrade with Nano Banana 2 support, allowing the AI to access content in Photos and create unique images based on user memories.
Denuvo dealt major blow as crackers claim all non-VR games with the anti-tamper have been bypassed
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April 28, 2026

Denuvo dealt major blow as crackers claim all non-VR games with the anti-tamper have been bypassed

Every non-VR game utilizing Denuvo DRM has been successfully compromised due to the emergence of the Hypervisor bypass, a method that deceives Denuvo into believing it is functioning correctly. This technique requires users to disable Driver Signature Enforcement, raising security concerns. The CrackWatch subreddit reports that all non-VR Denuvo games have been cracked or bypassed to some degree, with Capcom's Pragmata being completely bypassed just two days before its official launch. Cracking Denuvo within the first week of a game's release can lead to revenue losses of up to 20% for developers and publishers. Irdeto is actively developing updated security versions to address the Hypervisor bypass, assuring that these measures will not compromise game performance.
Valve’s new Steam Controller has a major problem for PC games not on Steam
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April 28, 2026

Valve’s new Steam Controller has a major problem for PC games not on Steam

The new Steam Controller lacks native Windows drivers, making it dependent on the Steam application for functionality. This means it cannot be used effectively with games from other platforms like the Epic Games Store or Xbox Game Pass, as it cannot interface with locked files on Windows 11. Gamers wanting to play titles like Forza Horizon 6 via Game Pass must purchase them directly from Steam to use the controller. While Valve could release standard Windows drivers to address this issue, there is skepticism about their willingness to do so. The gaming community previously developed a tool called GlosSI to enable the original Steam Controller to work with non-Steam applications, and a similar solution may emerge for the new model.
Vampire The Masquerade Bloodhunt is officially dead. I should be sad, but instead, I'm just thankful for the memories
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April 28, 2026

Vampire The Masquerade Bloodhunt is officially dead. I should be sad, but instead, I’m just thankful for the memories

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt is a battle royale game set in a rain-drenched Prague, allowing players to choose their clan and engage in survival gameplay. It launched in 2022 with a peak player count of 29,475 but saw a decline to around 1,000 players before ceasing content updates in 2023. The game was announced to close in October 2025 after four years. Bloodhunt featured atmospheric representation of the World of Darkness, parkour mechanics for navigation, and character customization options that reflected clan aesthetics. However, it faced balance issues, cheating problems, and struggled to compete in a saturated market. Despite these challenges, a vibrant community remained engaged with the game, sharing memories and experiences.
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