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My favorite open-source Android screen mirroring app is now way faster
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

My favorite open-source Android screen mirroring app is now way faster

Scrcpy 5.0 is a lightweight, open-source tool for screen mirroring Android phones to PCs, released by developer Romain Vimont on GitHub. Key features include: - Native hardware-accelerated video decoding, reducing desktop CPU usage by up to 10 times. - Improved input latency due to offloading video decoding to the graphics card. - Enhanced audio capture capabilities, allowing capture of all audio streams. - Official native Windows on ARM64 binaries for Snapdragon-powered laptops. - Bug fixes and refinements, including improved video buffering and resolution of keypress dropping bugs. Hardware decoding is enabled by default, with an option for users to control or disable it. Scrcpy 5.0 follows the previous version's enhancements in flex display handling.
DroidDeck is basically SteamOS on Android without SteamOS
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

DroidDeck is basically SteamOS on Android without SteamOS

DroidDeck is a new mobile gaming application for Android devices that allows users to access and play their Steam library, mimicking the Steam OS interface. It offers a comprehensive Steam client experience in Big Picture mode and supports various Steam OS functionalities, including desktop mode and the installation of Decky plugins and Linux applications. The installation process is user-friendly but requires users to enable the “disable child-process limit” feature in developer options, which is unavailable on Android 12 or 13. Users need a device with a Snapdragon processor and an Adreno 700 series GPU or higher, excluding many budget and mid-range options. Preliminary tests on the Retroid Pocket G2 showed a familiar interface but noted performance issues and high storage usage, with the app consuming approximately 12GB after installing one sub-1GB game. Gameplay experiences varied, with some titles running at playable speeds while others had inconsistent frame rates. Users may want to keep alternative apps like GameNative installed for better performance and compatibility.
RuneScape dev apologises after RuneFest debut of an AI-generated six-fingered character: 'That's pretty hard to explain away'
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

RuneScape dev apologises after RuneFest debut of an AI-generated six-fingered character: ‘That’s pretty hard to explain away’

Jagex hosted its annual RuneFest in Birmingham, UK, where it unveiled a trailer for the Dragon Slayer 2 quest. The trailer featured noticeable flaws, such as a character with six fingers and unusual sneaker-like soles on their armoured shoes. Social media users pointed out the apparent use of generative AI in the trailer, prompting backlash against Jagex, especially after a recent controversy involving a clothing collaboration with 100 Thieves. Alec 'Mod Sween' Sween from Old School RuneScape acknowledged the issues, stating that the trailer had been taken down for urgent investigation. He clarified that it was produced by a trusted external partner who assured Jagex that generative AI would not be used. Sween emphasized the company's commitment to quality and announced plans to overhaul their review procedures and collaborate with community creators to ensure high standards for Dragon Slayer 2. He admitted that the team fell short of expectations and expressed concern over the incident highlighting weaknesses in their internal processes.
Developer gets a little too silly, recommends deadly psychoactive ingredient in its bad boy-themed cocktail
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

Developer gets a little too silly, recommends deadly psychoactive ingredient in its bad boy-themed cocktail

Infold has released a dating gacha game called Love and Deepspace, featuring whimsical cocktail recipes inspired by its male suitors, each paired with a signature flower. The characters include Caleb with the crabapple blossom, Xavier with the forget-me-not, Zayne with jasmine, Rafayel with the fire lily, and Sylus with datura. The inclusion of the toxic fire lily and psychoactive datura in the cocktail recipes has sparked concern within the gaming community. Infold clarified that the drinks are fictional and meant for in-game enjoyment only, urging players not to recreate them in real life.
Steam sale deep cut alert: this ARPG originally developed for Nokia N-Gage is brilliant on Deck
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

Steam sale deep cut alert: this ARPG originally developed for Nokia N-Gage is brilliant on Deck

Xanadu Next, developed by Nihon Falcom for the Nokia N-Gage, is a spin-off of the 1985 game Xanadu: Dragon Slayer 2. It has recently been re-released on Steam during the Autumn sale. The game features an isometric view and a metroidvania structure, with gameplay involving exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players can upgrade and trade in a central village, while the world outside offers interconnected areas reminiscent of Dark Souls. The game is available at a 70% discount but lacks comprehensive controller support, requiring some tasks to be done with a mouse. Players have reported success running it on the Steam Deck despite it being marked as unsupported.
Lemuroid Setup Guide: 20 Retro Systems [2026]
BetaBeacon
October 6, 2026

Lemuroid Setup Guide: 20 Retro Systems [2026]

Lemuroid is an open-source Android frontend built on top of the Libretro core ecosystem, maintained by developer Swordfish90. It is distributed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 and has 4,371 stars, 366 forks, and 595 open issues on GitHub. Late 2026 is a good time to set it up due to its active development. It is available on Google Play, F-Droid, and GitHub, providing redundancy in case of policy changes. Lemuroid supports twenty systems, each mapped to a specific Libretro core. PlayStation 2, GameCube, and Nintendo Switch are not supported. It requires Android 6.0, 500MB of storage, 3GB of RAM for 8-bit and 16-bit systems, and legally dumped ROMs/ISOs. BIOS files are required for PS1, PSP, and DS cores. It is recommended for managing multiple systems in one library.
Google Admits Some 'Complex' Android Apps Run Poorly On Intel Googlebooks
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

Google Admits Some ‘Complex’ Android Apps Run Poorly On Intel Googlebooks

Googlebooks, designed for Android smartphones, is facing compatibility issues with certain complex Android applications on Intel x86 versions. Google stated that most apps run well on both Intel and Qualcomm versions, but some complex apps need developer adjustments due to their original design for ARM chips. Google is collaborating with app developers and chip manufacturers to improve performance and compatibility. They have created a selection of optimized apps for Googlebooks, but users can still download apps from the Play Store without these optimizations. Compatibility issues have not been specified, and Intel Googlebooks use a hardware translation layer for ARM apps, which may affect performance and battery life. Currently, there are three Intel Core 5 Googlebooks from Acer, ASUS, and Lenovo, and two ARM models from Dell and HP. Further testing will provide more information on app compatibility across these platforms.
Google Says Android App Compatibility On Intel Googlebooks May Be Lacking At First
AppWizard
October 6, 2026

Google Says Android App Compatibility On Intel Googlebooks May Be Lacking At First

Google is set to launch Googlebook laptops that combine Chrome OS and Android, offering extensive compatibility with Android applications. The initial lineup includes five models, three of which use Intel x86 CPUs, while the other two are Arm-based. Google has stated that most Android apps will work well on both Intel and Qualcomm devices, but a few complex applications may need adjustments for optimal performance on Intel systems. ASUS is one of the manufacturers producing an Intel-powered Googlebook model.
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