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AppWizard
July 5, 2025
Bandai Namco announced that the Next-Gen Update for the PC version of Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot will be released on July 17, 2023. This update is a free upgrade for existing owners and includes visual enhancements such as improved lighting, vegetation, water effects, and higher-quality textures. The game originally launched on PC in 2020 and was well-received for its performance, with minimal stuttering and proper keyboard and mouse support. The update brings the PC version in line with enhancements previously made for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in January 2023.
Winsage
July 4, 2025
Windows 11 has surpassed Windows 10 in market share, reaching 50.24 percent compared to Windows 10's 46.84 percent as of July, according to StatCounter. A year ago, Windows 10 held a 66.04 percent share while Windows 11 had 29.75 percent. The end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, is prompting businesses to upgrade, with many preparing for the transition to Windows 11. Daniel Bowker from Phoenix noted that they are 80 percent prepared for the transition, with the remaining 20 percent needing investment in Extended Security Updates or alternative solutions like Windows 365. Canalys indicated that the increase in Windows 11 adoption is driven by enterprise activity rather than consumer demand, as IT administrators upgrade systems rather than consumers purchasing new hardware.
AppWizard
July 4, 2025
The Stop Killing Games initiative, founded by Ross Scott, initially faced challenges with its petitions in the EU and UK, but both have since surpassed their required signature targets. The UK petition achieved over 100,000 signatures, allowing for parliamentary consideration, despite the government's earlier dismissal of the petition's call for stricter regulations. The European Citizens' Initiative also gained momentum, exceeding one million signatures, which mandates a review by the European Commission. Scott expressed concerns about a cryptocurrency linked to the initiative, warning it may be a scam, and urged supporters to avoid harassing a critical streamer. Currently, the UK petition has nearly 140,000 signatures, providing a buffer above the minimum requirement.
AppWizard
July 4, 2025
Valve Corporation, founded in 1996 by Gabe Newell and Mike Harrington, is known for its influential role in the gaming industry, particularly with its groundbreaking title Half-Life, released in 1998. The company has a unique corporate structure and impressive revenue-per-employee metrics, reportedly exceeding .9 million. Valve's Steam platform, launched in 2003, dominates the PC gaming market, accounting for approximately 70% of sales in a sector valued at around billion, with over 100,000 titles available. Steam had an estimated 170 million active monthly users by May 2023. Financially, estimates suggest Steam may have handled around .3 billion in game sales in 2021, yielding a profit of approximately .6 billion from commissions. Valve's employee culture emphasizes self-organization and innovation, though it faces scrutiny regarding content moderation and legal challenges related to market competition.
Winsage
July 4, 2025
Windows remains the dominant operating system for gaming, with a modest increase in market share as users transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Windows 11 is approaching the market share of Windows 10, while Windows 7's share is declining. Microsoft has extended security support for Windows 10 for an additional year, potentially slowing migration to Windows 11. The most-used GPU among Steam players has shifted from the NVIDIA RTX 3060 to the RTX 4060 laptop variant, indicating a change in gaming hardware preferences. AMD is gaining market share, particularly with devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally, contributing to a more diverse gaming landscape.
AppWizard
July 2, 2025
Deus Ex is recognized as a significant video game that explores complex themes beyond entertainment. A conversation between two NSF troopers highlights the reduction of individuals to functionality, which impacted a young gamer named Josh. The game's allies, the NSF and Silhouette, reflect real-world political dynamics, with billionaires acting in self-interest. Developers admitted that political considerations were not a primary focus during the game's creation. Designer Ricardo Bare expressed that he was more excited about the gameplay than political agendas, while project director Warren Spector aimed to keep his personal views out of the game, believing players should interpret the narrative based on their choices. The game features multiple endings, allowing players to make impactful decisions. Despite the radical elements within the game, it may embody a fundamentally liberal ethos, as suggested by protagonist JC Denton's line about due process and terror.
Winsage
July 2, 2025
Microsoft has a long-standing support policy for its Windows operating systems, committing to a ten-year lifecycle for each new commercial release, which includes five years of mainstream support and five years of extended support. The introduction of Windows 11 in 2021 disrupted this tradition by imposing stringent hardware requirements, rendering many relatively new PCs incompatible with the new operating system. Approximately 50% of Windows 10 users may be unable to upgrade to Windows 11, affecting hundreds of millions of PCs. Microsoft has opted to profit from Extended Security Updates for corporate environments while individual consumers and small businesses face limited support options. The company's decision to impose these hardware requirements has raised concerns about its commitment to customer satisfaction and the value placed on individual users compared to enterprise customers.
Winsage
July 2, 2025
Valve's hardware survey data shows that Windows 10 remains the dominant operating system among PC gamers, with a slow decline expected despite Microsoft's upcoming support cessation. Windows 11 has not surpassed 60% in any Steam survey sample, and its growth has been stagnant. Windows 7 currently holds a mere 0.1% share, and projections suggest it could take about 82 months for Windows 10 to reach that level if trends continue. Linux's share has increased from around 1% to over 2.5% in three years, while Windows 11's growth has only seen a 3.7x increase during the same period. The survey indicates that the launch of the Steam Deck has had a limited impact on Linux adoption.
Winsage
July 2, 2025
Microsoft announced that Windows is now running on just over 1 billion devices globally, a decrease from the previously claimed 1.4 billion devices. This suggests that as many as 400 million PCs may no longer be using Windows, indicating a potential decline in market share since the launch of Windows 11 three years ago. Windows has reportedly lost approximately 15% of its market share since 2015. Windows 10 is approaching its end of support, and Windows 11 is expected to become the most widely used desktop operating system within the next year. There are concerns about Windows 11's stagnation and perceptions of it pushing users towards Microsoft services.
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