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GOG Makes Classic PC Game for Free
AppWizard
July 3, 2026

GOG Makes Classic PC Game for Free

GOG is offering the 2004 game Nexus: The Jupiter Incident for free for a limited time of two days and 17 hours. After this promotional period, it will return to its standard price. If claimed during the promotion, it will remain permanently in the user's GOG library as a DRM-free copy. The game was developed by Mithis Entertainment and published by HD Interactive, and it has a Metacritic score of 77, a 4.4 out of 5 stars rating on GOG, and an 86% approval rating on Steam. The intellectual property is currently held by THQ Nordic.
На торрентах появилась взломанная версия игры 007 First Light
TrendTechie
July 2, 2026

На торрентах появилась взломанная версия игры 007 First Light

The hacker known as voices38 has breached the Denuvo protection system in the game 007 First Light, which was released on May 27, 2026, approximately two weeks before the hack was reported. Voices38's method is a conventional executable "crack" that does not require users to disable security mechanisms, making it more user-friendly than previous attempts by the group DenuvOwO. Voices38 has also successfully bypassed protections in other high-profile games, including Pragmata, Stellar Blade, Resident Evil: Requiem, and Mafia: The Old Country. The effectiveness of DRM solutions like Denuvo is being questioned as hackers develop more sophisticated methods to breach these systems.
PC game store GOG explains how digital ownership should be as PlayStation announces end of physical discs
AppWizard
July 2, 2026

PC game store GOG explains how digital ownership should be as PlayStation announces end of physical discs

PlayStation plans to phase out physical discs for its consoles starting in January 2028, coinciding with the digital-only release of GTA 6. This shift reflects the industry's move toward a digital-only future, impacting collectors and enthusiasts of physical media. Meanwhile, GOG offers a DRM-free gaming experience, allowing users to retain access to purchased games even if they are removed from the store, as long as the files are installed. GOG's model enables personal backups on physical media and does not require an internet connection for gameplay, although online multiplayer may vary. The future of PlayStation adopting a similar DRM-free approach remains uncertain.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
June 28, 2026

The Steam client was hurting PC gaming on Android — Valve’s VR headset accidentally solved it

Playing Windows games on Android has become feasible due to Winlator and open-source technologies like Wine, Box64, and DXVK. User-friendly applications such as GameHub and GameNative have emerged, enhancing mobile gaming experiences to rival dedicated handheld consoles. A major challenge was the reliance on the x86 Windows Steam client, which was resource-intensive on mobile devices. GameNative 1.0 introduced an experimental feature that eliminates the need for the desktop Steam client by using Valve's native Android libraries, improving the gaming experience significantly. Valve released Steamworks SDK version 1.63 in November 2025, which included native ARM64 libraries for Android, allowing for essential Steam functionalities without a translation layer. GameNative integrated these libraries, replacing the desktop client with a more efficient "bionic" Steam client that operates without a user interface, streamlining DRM and matchmaking processes. GameNative now supports Steam Guard TOTP sign-in, enabling smooth authentication and access to the user's Steam library. It downloads games natively, supports cloud saves, and is compatible with most single-player games with Steam DRM. The application boasts a high compatibility rate, with 221 out of 241 games in one user's library showing as compatible. GameNative 1.0 has improved performance with a Vulkan renderer and reworked controller stack. Despite its success, GameNative is not yet available on the Play Store, with nearly a million users sideloading the application. Developers aim to create a Play Store version that complies with Google's policies for easier installation.
Weekend PC Game Deals: Steam Summer Sale 2026 Edition
AppWizard
June 27, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Steam Summer Sale 2026 Edition

The Epic Games Store is offering RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition and Voidwrought for free until July 2, after which I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream and River City Girls 2 will be available. The Humble Store has launched new game bundles, including the Going Rogue collection featuring Rogue Legacy, UnderMine, and None Shall Intrude, along with an Arc System Works Evo bundle with titles like Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code and Guilty Gear -STRIVE-. The Steam Summer Sale has started, offering discounts on nearly all PC games. The GOG store is also having a summer sale with various highlights. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
"Subscription-based gaming is the final boss of piracy": Why I think we're on track to own nothing and be happy we get to play at all
AppWizard
June 21, 2026

“Subscription-based gaming is the final boss of piracy”: Why I think we’re on track to own nothing and be happy we get to play at all

A study published in the Entertainment Computing journal analyzed 86 games released on Steam from 2014 to 2022, finding that games with cracked versions available within the first week of launch experienced a 20% drop in revenue. If DRM delayed cracks by at least six weeks, the revenue decline was only 5%, and if DRM withstood cracks for three months, there was no significant loss in revenue. Denuvo's defenses have been breached within hours of game releases, and the future of DRM may rely more on contractual agreements than technology. Subscription-based gaming models, like Xbox's PC Game Pass, are emerging, allowing players to access games without owning them, which raises concerns about game ownership and the potential for titles to be removed from libraries. The rise of cloud gaming is seen as a solution to affordability issues for gamers, but it also leads to questions about the future of game ownership and piracy.
Weekend PC Game Deals: Cyberpunk 2077, Split Fiction, Sonic Racing, and more
AppWizard
June 20, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Cyberpunk 2077, Split Fiction, Sonic Racing, and more

The Epic Games Store is offering Robobeat and Citizen Sleeper for free until June 25. Humble has introduced two bundles: the June 2unes bundle for rhythm game enthusiasts, starting at a low price, and a VR bundle featuring Among Us 3D: VR and Zero Caliber VR. Valve's Next Fest is showcasing gameplay snippets from upcoming indie titles until June 22, along with free events for Stellaris, Two Point Museum, Dead by Daylight, and MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries. The Steam Summer Sale is approaching, prompting publishers to offer discounts. GOG has launched its own summer sale with various highlights.
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