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Take a look: Users are now getting Android's convoluted sideloading process, and everyone hates it
AppWizard
September 1, 2026

Take a look: Users are now getting Android’s convoluted sideloading process, and everyone hates it

Google has started rolling out a new process for sideloading apps on Android devices, which requires users to restart their devices and wait 24 hours before sideloading applications. Users must confirm if they were prompted by someone to enable sideloading, with warnings about potential scams. After the waiting period, users can allow sideloading for seven days or indefinitely. The new process does not affect sideloading via ADB. Many users have expressed concerns about the future of sideloading, fearing increased restrictions.
silver Android smartphone
Winsage
August 30, 2026

Microsoft Moves WinUI/WASDK Development to GitHub

Microsoft has transitioned the development of WinUI and the Windows App SDK to GitHub, marking a commitment to enhance Windows developer technologies. This shift is part of a strategy unveiled in August 2025 to address developer concerns regarding these tools. Mainline WinUI development is now conducted on GitHub, allowing for real-time project evolution and community engagement. Although the technologies have not yet been open-sourced, Microsoft is working towards that goal. Currently, only Microsoft employees can modify the codebase, but there are plans to open the repository for community contributions in the future. This approach follows Microsoft's previous efforts to open source legacy Windows developer frameworks.
3 months after the release of Directive 8020, Supermassive Games is laying off even more people
AppWizard
August 11, 2026

3 months after the release of Directive 8020, Supermassive Games is laying off even more people

Supermassive Games is reducing its workforce by up to 75 employees three months after the launch of Directive 8020, citing the need for long-term sustainability. This is the third round of layoffs in under three years, with previous cuts occurring in 2024 and 2025 due to challenges in the gaming industry. The parent company, Nordisk Film, reported an operating profit of €140 million on revenues of €2.2 billion in 2025. The number of employees remaining after the layoffs is currently unclear.
'Thank you so much for the best weekend ever': The id Software gang got together at QuakeCon, and it sure looks like everyone had a great time
AppWizard
August 10, 2026

‘Thank you so much for the best weekend ever’: The id Software gang got together at QuakeCon, and it sure looks like everyone had a great time

QuakeCon recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of the iconic game that launched a franchise, featuring a reunion of id Software co-founders Adrian Carmack, John Carmack, Tom Hall, and John Romero. Despite past tensions, the atmosphere was nostalgic and positive, with Tom Hall sharing a clip of the group revisiting old Doom design notes. Romero Games expressed gratitude for the event, and Donna Jackson, known as the "id mom," made a surprise appearance. American McGee reflected on his career transformation thanks to Carmack and Romero. The reunion highlighted the enduring legacy and camaraderie within the gaming community.
Cancelled Quake 4 expansion gets surprise GitHub release after former XCOM 2 developer discovers it on an old hard drive: 'This essentially saved my life'
AppWizard
August 9, 2026

Cancelled Quake 4 expansion gets surprise GitHub release after former XCOM 2 developer discovers it on an old hard drive: ‘This essentially saved my life’

The original Quake has unveiled an official new episode as part of its 30th anniversary at QuakeCon. Additionally, a build of the previously cancelled expansion Quake 4: Awakening has been discovered on GitHub. This expansion was under development by Ritual Entertainment but was halted by Activision due to poor sales of the base game. A veteran game developer named Marshall found the expansion on a second-hand PC and shared it on GitHub, expressing that it had a significant emotional impact on him. The build includes configuration files with names of former Ritual employees, suggesting its authenticity. Gameplay footage shows new weapons and missions, indicating that the expansion was nearly complete before its cancellation. Marshall aims to preserve the project and hopes the community can help refine and eventually release it.
New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics
AppWizard
August 7, 2026

New official 30th anniversary Quake mission pack adds new maps and mechanics

Players can experience a new campaign in Quake where they assume the role of a Ranger in a dimension with a unique time-looping structure. They will collect runes to unlock new pathways and upgrades, enhancing gameplay for both new and veteran players. The newly added maps are available for free to existing owners of Quake on Steam and current and last-generation consoles. Meanwhile, id Software has experienced layoffs due to Microsoft’s reorganization, but most of the studio is focused on the Doom reboot series, while MachineGames is developing new content for Quake. Classic games like Quake are receiving new content years after their release, similar to the revival of Age of Empires II.
Owlcat co-founder says the studio won't turn its back on hardcore RPGs as it hits 600 employees and preps its own Mass Effect killer
AppWizard
August 2, 2026

Owlcat co-founder says the studio won’t turn its back on hardcore RPGs as it hits 600 employees and preps its own Mass Effect killer

Owlcat Games, co-founded by Alexander Mishulin, has expanded its workforce to around 600 employees, allowing the studio to work on two projects simultaneously. The studio remains committed to the hardcore CRPG genre, with upcoming titles like The Expanse: Osiris Reborn and Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy. Owlcat's growth positions it competitively alongside other RPG developers, such as Larian Studios and Obsidian Entertainment. The studio was originally founded in Moscow and is now headquartered in Paphos, Cyprus.
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