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The only fighting game I've ever been excited for is now getting a PC playtest before launch
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

The only fighting game I’ve ever been excited for is now getting a PC playtest before launch

Arc System Works has announced an open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, scheduled from July 24 to July 26, available on PC and PS5. The beta will include new stages, modes, and the character Blade. The final superhero team, Samurai Outriders, will be included at launch, bringing the total roster to 20 characters across five teams: Unbreakable X-Men, Amazing Guardians, Fighting Avengers, Knights of Doom, and Samurai Outriders. The game is set to officially launch on August 6, 2026.
Despite having no clue when GTA 6 is coming to PC, 39% of you are more than happy to wait for it
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

Despite having no clue when GTA 6 is coming to PC, 39% of you are more than happy to wait for it

Rockstar Games has opened pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6, offering two versions priced at and 0, but the latter has not generated much enthusiasm. The game will not be available on PC at launch, leading to speculation about its release date for that platform. A poll revealed that 39% of respondents prefer to wait for the PC version, 28% expressed no interest in the game, 16% plan to purchase it on console, and 8% would buy it on console if they owned one. Another 8% are undecided and will wait until release to make a decision.
Elder Scrolls Online introduces new in-game event: High Seas of Tamriel
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

Elder Scrolls Online introduces new in-game event: High Seas of Tamriel

The upcoming in-game event for Elder Scrolls Online, titled High Seas of Tamriel, will introduce naval combat and underwater combat, along with scavenger-hunt activities like collecting messages in a bottle. Game Director Nick Giacomini described the event as a significant departure from previous events, focusing on exploration rather than enhancing the existing world.
Don't like Gemini? Here's how to roll back to Google Assistant on your Android phone
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

Don’t like Gemini? Here’s how to roll back to Google Assistant on your Android phone

Many users have expressed frustration with the Gemini AI assistant, particularly regarding its performance in controlling smart home devices through Android phones. Complaints include sluggish response times and inaccuracies in interpreting commands, leading to disappointing interactions. Users have reported issues such as inaccurate weather updates and frequent error messages. To switch back to Google Assistant, users can navigate to the Settings menu, select Apps, locate the Assistant setting, and choose Google Assistant over Gemini. For devices with customized Android skins, users can open the Google app, tap their profile photo, access Settings, select Google Assistant, and choose between Gemini and Google Assistant. Further guides are available for reducing Gemini's visibility in various platforms and applications.
YouTube Shorts just borrowed more of TikTok's best tricks
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

YouTube Shorts just borrowed more of TikTok’s best tricks

YouTube is enhancing its Shorts platform with several new features: - Introduction of 2x playback speed, allowing users to accelerate through content by holding either side of the screen. - A "clear screen" mode that hides on-screen elements for a cleaner viewing experience. - Replacement of the thumbs-up icon with a heart for expressing approval. - Elimination of the dislike button, with users now able to select "Not interested" or "Don’t recommend this channel" for feedback. - Current dislike counts will remain accessible in YouTube Studio, but new dislike counts for Shorts will not be collected starting at the end of June. - Users can mute Shorts directly from the player for a quieter browsing experience.
Windows 11 just changed the name of Xbox mode (kind of)
Winsage
June 29, 2026

Windows 11 just changed the name of Xbox mode (kind of)

The May 2026 Security Update for Windows 11 introduced "XBOX mode," replacing the previous "Xbox mode" as part of Microsoft's rebranding effort to align its gaming identity with the original console. This change was influenced by community feedback, with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma noting user preference for the all-caps version. XBOX mode is designed to optimize gaming performance by prioritizing gaming processes and can free up to 2GB of memory on a PC. Future iterations of XBOX mode are expected in the next generation of Xbox, referred to as Project Helix. Microsoft is also working on enhancements to Windows 11 through its K2 initiative to improve the gaming experience.
Microsoft keeps Windows Server 2022 hotpatching alive into 2027
Winsage
June 29, 2026

Microsoft keeps Windows Server 2022 hotpatching alive into 2027

Microsoft has extended the availability of Windows Server 2022 hotpatching until 2027, specifically for the Windows Server 2022 Datacenter: Azure Edition. Mainstream support for Windows Server 2022 will end on October 13, 2026, while extended support will last until October 14, 2031. Hotpatching allows administrators to apply security updates without server downtime, although quarterly cumulative updates requiring a reboot will still occur. This feature is exclusive to Azure Edition users, with no similar support for on-premises users of Windows Server 2022. Additionally, hotpatch updates are being introduced for Windows 11 24H2 Enterprise clients and are now the default for Windows Autopatch.
These 3 upcoming Gboard tweaks could make the app even better
AppWizard
June 29, 2026

These 3 upcoming Gboard tweaks could make the app even better

Google is enhancing its Gboard application for Android with new features in the beta version v17.7.4.932364120. A cursor mode is being developed, allowing users to long-press the spacebar or swipe on it to control the cursor. Gboard is also introducing an emoji customization option, enabling users to adjust emoji sizes independently with a slider that allows for five to nine emojis in a row, including larger options labeled “7+” and “8+.” Additionally, Gboard may offer full-sized keyboard keys on mobile devices, which can be toggled using the “Show accessibility layout” setting, with options for QWERTY, QWERTZ, and AZERTY layouts. The timeline for the public release of these features is uncertain.
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