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AppWizard

November 21, 2025

XBOX Black Friday 2025 Sale Discounts Over 2,000 Digital Games On Console And PC

Microsoft has launched its Black Friday 2025 sale, offering discounts up to 75% on select Xbox titles and up to 85% on select PC titles, running until December 3rd. The sale features over 2,000 titles, including games like Borderlands 4 and Battlefield 6. Notable Xbox digital game discounts include Fallout 76 at .99 (-75%) and Hogwarts Legacy at .49 (-85%). For PC, discounts include Hogwarts Legacy at .49 (-85%) and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 at .99 (-50%). Microsoft is not offering discounts on Xbox consoles, which remain at regular prices, while accessories like Xbox controllers have discounts up to 38%. Retail partners are expected to announce their Black Friday deals soon.

AppWizard

November 6, 2025

The peril of PC gaming strikes again as NVIDIA’s latest driver breaks older Forza Horizon and Forza Motorsport games

NVIDIA's latest driver update has disrupted gameplay for several older Microsoft titles, including Forza Horizon 3, Forza Motorsport 6 Apex, and Forza Motorsport 7, due to compatibility issues. Players are encountering the AP204 error, indicating GPU incompatibility with the new driver. A workaround involves using the Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) to remove the current driver and downloading the older driver version 576.88 from the NVIDIA website to restore functionality for these classic games.

BetaBeacon

October 7, 2025

An 8-year-old critical bug in the Unity game engine poses risks to Android and Windows.

A security bug in Unity, identified as CVE-2025-59489, affects the Runtime component and allows insecure loading and local file inclusion, potentially leading to code execution and information disclosure. Developers have prepared patches for supported versions, while Valve and Microsoft have released updates to prevent exploitation of the vulnerability. Popular games affected include Hearthstone, The Elder Scrolls: Blades, and DOOM (2019).

AppWizard

September 29, 2025

Steam Fall Sale 2025: The Best And Biggest PC Gaming Deals

The Steam Fall Sale was launched by Valve on September 29 and will run until October 6, offering a selection of discounted PC games. Notable titles available at reduced prices include Cyberpunk 2077, Doom Eternal, and Diablo IV. The LCD Steam Deck is also available at a 20 percent discount. A list of highlighted deals includes games such as Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Control Ultimate Edition, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, among others. The community is encouraged to share insights and recommendations regarding additional deals.

AppWizard

September 27, 2025

GameSir expands GameHub app with Steam game support for Android gamers

GameSir has updated its GameHub app to fully support Steam games on Android devices, allowing users to play popular PC titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong on smartphones and tablets. The app enables users to log into their Steam accounts, download compatible games, and offers support for thousands of titles, including Elden Ring and Grand Theft Auto V. GameHub features direct rendering technology for improved performance, allowing demanding AAA titles to achieve 60 fps and performance-centric games to reach 90–120 fps. Recent updates have enhanced emulator compatibility, added DX11 support, and improved Steam stability, while also introducing features like full Steam Cloud Save and online multiplayer support. The app allows for gameplay highlight capture and cross-platform progression, aiming to provide a comprehensive gaming experience on mobile devices.

AppWizard

September 27, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.9 RC: Players can test latest bug fixes ahead of full release

Mojang has released the first release candidate for Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.9, which may be the final version before the official update. This release candidate addresses several bugs, including issues with monster spawning and a visual glitch with conduit textures. Players can access the release candidate through the Minecraft Launcher by enabling snapshots, but are advised to back up their data due to potential world corruption. The cross-platform server jar is also available for multiplayer testing. Players are encouraged to report bugs and provide feedback.

Winsage

August 28, 2025

Your Windows PC just got a big Bluetooth audio upgrade from Microsoft

Microsoft has announced a new Bluetooth streaming technology called Low Energy (LE) Audio for Windows 11, aimed at improving audio quality for online gaming and virtual meetings. LE Audio integrates the Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) and Hands-Free Profile (HFP) into a single profile, allowing high-quality audio and microphone use simultaneously. This technology utilizes superior audio compression for high-quality sound in stereo. Users can experience enhanced audio quality in applications like Microsoft Teams, where Spatial Audio will now function with wireless Bluetooth headsets. To utilize LE Audio, users need compatible Bluetooth devices and a Windows 11 PC, specifically running Windows 11 24H2 with the latest updates and Bluetooth audio drivers. Some existing PCs will receive updates, while new laptops launching in late 2025 are expected to support LE Audio natively.

Winsage

August 13, 2025

Microsoft Stock Gains as Edge Promotes Over Chrome Browser Use

Microsoft's stock price has risen on the Nasdaq exchange as the company encourages users to switch from Google's Chrome browser to its Edge browser. On Tuesday, shares of Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) saw a modest increase as the company reiterated its recommendation for Windows users to abandon Chrome, promoting Edge as a more secure alternative. Users attempting to close Chrome receive a notification encouraging them to switch to Edge. Chrome users outnumber Edge users by a ratio of approximately six to one. In the latest pre-release version of Edge, new flags prompt users to pin Edge to their taskbar and make it their default browser if Chrome usage exceeds 90%. Microsoft is also transitioning users from Windows 10 to Windows 11 and is facing criticism and a class action lawsuit regarding the discontinuation of security support for Windows 10. Despite these challenges, Microsoft continues to support popular gaming titles and maintains a "Strong Buy" consensus rating from analysts, with a 26.03% increase in share price over the past year and an average price target indicating an 18% upside potential.

Winsage

August 12, 2025

“Browse Securely Now”: Microsoft Stock (NASDAQ:MSFT) Gains as it Calls Users to Pass Up Chrome

Microsoft is encouraging users to switch from Google’s Chrome browser to its Edge browser by displaying messages that promote Edge's security features. This strategy has resulted in a slight increase in Microsoft's stock price. Users installing Chrome now see a message stating, “Browse securely now. Microsoft Edge runs on the same technology as Chrome, with the added trust of Microsoft.” Additionally, pre-release versions of Microsoft’s Canary browser include taskbar flags that prompt users to pin Edge when closing Chrome, with one flag suggesting to pin Edge if Chrome usage exceeds 90%. A class action lawsuit is pending against Microsoft for withdrawing security support for Windows 10. Despite challenges in Windows support, Microsoft has confirmed ongoing support for popular games like Forza Motorsport and Forza Horizon 5. Analysts have a Strong Buy consensus rating for MSFT stock, with 34 Buy ratings and one Hold in the past three months, and an average price target suggesting an 18% upside potential for investors.

AppWizard

August 1, 2025

Analyst says stumbles like Monster Hunter Wilds’ PC fiasco are only getting uglier with intense competition: “A prominent streamer or YouTuber can single-handedly, by showing one screenshot, really impact what the perception of a game is”

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot commented on the "highly competitive environment" in the gaming industry, noting that players are increasingly discerning about game quality and content. He mentioned the risk of "bashing" as a potential threat to game reception. The game Monster Hunter Wilds, despite being the top-selling game in the U.S. for the year with 10 million copies sold at launch, saw sales drop to 500,000 in three months due to backlash over performance issues and post-launch updates. This decline also affected Capcom's stock prices. Gaming analyst Piscatella pointed out that the multitude of communication channels can lead to mixed messages about a game's quality, influencing its perception. Additionally, recent best-selling titles on the PS5 have been from Microsoft, including Forza Horizon 5 and Oblivion Remastered, indicating a shift in player preferences and market dynamics.