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AppWizard

May 24, 2025

Forget streaming; this upcoming Android wants to full-on emulate your favorite PC games

The REDMAGIC 10S Pro gaming smartphone is set to launch on May 26 at 3 PM local time in China. It will feature a built-in PC emulator, allowing users to play PC games without cloud streaming or additional hardware. The device is expected to support popular titles such as Wuthering Waves, Blade & Soul 2, Arena Breakout, and Delta Force: Hawk Ops, potentially running at 144Hz. The smartphone will be powered by an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip and a custom R3 Pro gaming co-processor, with a 7,500mAh battery and 120W fast charging. Enhanced cooling features will include direct-contact CPU cooling and bypass charging support.

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Gets Official PC Requirements

505 Games has outlined the PC system requirements for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers. The minimum requirements are an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 16GB of RAM, and either an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or an AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT. The recommended specifications include an Intel Core i5-12600KF or AMD Ryzen 5 7600X, 32GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT. The game is scheduled for release on July 24th and features a narrative set during the late Ming Dynasty, where players assume the role of Wuchang, a pirate warrior with amnesia. Players will explore the world, enhance their arsenal, and make choices that affect the game's multiple endings. A Discord channel and social media platforms are available for community engagement.

Winsage

March 14, 2025

Epic Games and Qualcomm are teaming up to solve one of the biggest roadblocks to gaming on Snapdragon X PCs

Epic Games and Qualcomm have announced a partnership to enhance Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) support for Snapdragon X-powered PCs later this year. Fortnite will be the first game to implement this support. Epic Games will provide developers with an Epic Online Services SDK to help integrate EAC compatibility into their titles. The collaboration aims to improve the gaming experience on Snapdragon X, addressing challenges related to anticheat software.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

GTA 5 Enhanced update delayed on Epic Games Store for some players

PC gamers can expect advanced ray-tracing features, including ambient occlusion and global illumination, along with support for FSR1, FSR3, and DLSS 3 for improved graphics performance. There will be a significant reduction in loading times due to SSD technology and DirectStorage. The update enhances support for higher resolutions, aspect ratios, and framerates. Dolby Atmos will provide an immersive sound experience. Additionally, Rockstar has introduced compatibility with Sony’s DualSense controllers, featuring adaptive triggers for a more tactile gameplay experience.

AppWizard

March 3, 2025

This New Unofficial PC Port Of Sonic Unleashed Could Be The Best Version Of The Game Yet

Fans have created an unofficial PC port of Sonic Unleashed called Unleashed Recompiled, enhancing the original game and adding features for modding and performance. The project was developed by a team led by Skyth and Sajid, utilizing tools named XenonRecomp and XenosRecomp to convert Xbox 360 executables into a PC-compatible format. The port includes support for ultrawide monitors, high-resolution graphics, increased framerates, and expanded modding opportunities. To avoid legal issues with Sega, the developers did not include original game assets, advising users to source them from their legally acquired copies. Sonic Unleashed originally released in 2008 on Xbox 360, Wii, and PS3, featuring both high-speed daytime levels and combat-focused nighttime segments. The PC port is available for download on the project's GitHub page, which also offers instructions for extracting game files from the Xbox 360 version.

Winsage

February 20, 2025

Ditch the outdated OS — get Windows 11 Pro for life for just $18

A lifetime license for Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is available for .97 until March 30. The license includes features such as no recurring fees, advanced productivity tools, robust security measures, AI-powered Copilot, enhanced gaming experience with DirectX 12 Ultimate, and access to professional-grade tools. Users can install the software on two devices and will receive an instant redemption code via email.

Winsage

December 20, 2024

Can Microsoft convince gamers to upgrade to Windows 11?

Microsoft is encouraging users to transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 before the end of support in October 2025. Key gaming features of Windows 11 include Auto HDR, DirectStorage, Game Bar Compact Mode, Dynamic Lighting, optimizations for windowed games, an HDR calibration app, advanced hybrid support, Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 support, color filters for colorblind players, automatic super resolution for Arm Copilot+ PCs, and the Xbox app on Windows PC. Windows 11 has a 52.48% market share among Steam users as of November 2024, surpassing Windows 10 in mid-2024. Currently, Windows 10 holds a 61.82% market share while Windows 11 is at 34.94%. Gamers are adopting Windows 11 faster than the general user base.

AppWizard

November 15, 2024

Two early Unreal games are now permanently free via the Internet Archive

The Internet Archive has resumed operations after recent DDoS attacks and offers a wide range of digital media, including the complete series of Lucha Underground. It has added two significant games, Unreal and Unreal Tournament, to its gaming library, available for free download with disc images provided. This addition is supported by Epic Games, the original developers. The site OldUnreal offers installers for these games using the disc images, with current compatibility for Windows and plans for Linux and macOS. Epic Games had previously removed the Unreal titles from Steam and discontinued their servers, making this revival important for game preservation. GOG has also introduced a label for maintaining older titles for modern hardware.

AppWizard

November 13, 2024

GOG.com Preservation Program Aims to Keep Old PC Games Playable

GOG.com is launching a "Preservation Program" to safeguard the compatibility of 100 classic PC games, including titles like System Shock 2, Diablo, and Myst, for modern operating systems. The initiative aims to preserve gaming history as 87% of games created before 2010 are now inaccessible, according to the Video Game History Foundation. The selected titles will feature updated or quality-tested builds to enhance gameplay, marked with a "Preserved by GOG" stamp and accompanied by a “Preservation Log” detailing enhancements. GOG.com plans to expand the program by adding more games from its catalog and new classic releases.

AppWizard

November 2, 2024

Mine and craft with new REALMz Minecraft – Diamond Print Wireless Controller for Xbox & PC from PDP

PDP has announced the REALMz Minecraft – Diamond Print Wireless Controller, designed for Xbox and PC. This limited-edition controller features a diamond minerals-inspired design and integrates the Minecraft character, Steve. It is officially licensed by Mojang Studios and compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PCs. The controller is available for pre-order at .99/£69.99/€79.99 and will launch on November 20, 2024, exclusively on PDP and Turtle Beach websites. It offers a lightweight ergonomic design, customizable LED lighting, 40-hour battery life, 30-foot wireless range, built-in dual rumble motors, impulse triggers, a 3.5mm audio jack, and personalization options through the PDP Control Hub app. Purchasers will also receive an exclusive code for a Minecraft Time Flies Tee digital item.