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AppWizard

September 17, 2025

Minecraft YouTuber finally set to reach ‘end of world’ after 14 years

KurtJMac has been on a quest to reach the Far Lands in Minecraft for over a decade. The Far Lands are characterized by distorted terrain and serve as a boundary where the game's terrain begins to glitch. YouTuber AntVenom analyzed Kurt's coordinates to estimate the remaining distance to the Far Lands, noting that Kurt has pressed the F3 debug menu only 12 times in 14 years. The journey has captivated the Minecraft community, with players eagerly anticipating the culmination of Kurt's long-standing quest.

AppWizard

September 17, 2025

Complicated Board Game TWILIGHT IMPERIUM Going Digital for PC

Immersive gaming experiences, such as Elden Ring and Hitman, have captivated players, while tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) like Twilight Imperium can involve sessions lasting six to eight hours. A new digital adaptation, Twilight Imperium Digital, is set to be released, bringing the epic space opera narrative and gameplay from the tabletop to PC. This version aims to maintain the depth and complexity of the original board game while streamlining gameplay by automating setup and logistics. Players will engage in political maneuvering and military conflict, with the ability to add the game to their wishlist on Steam, although a specific release date has not been announced.

AppWizard

September 9, 2025

In today’s weirdest roguelike, Deep Rock Galactic publisher’s new game sees you pay your mortgage with goblin blood

Flask is a roguelike autobattler game created by Danish artist John Kenn Mortensen, where players act as an alchemist managing a mobile tower while dealing with a mortgage that requires payment in blood. The game involves collecting fluids from goblins and other creatures, crafting homunculi for battles, and making decisions on how to use harvested blood, either to pay the mortgage or trade with merchants. Players can also compete against the creations of other players every third battle. Flask is set to be published by Ghost Ship Publishing and developed by Chop Chop Games, with a release date in 2026.

BetaBeacon

September 9, 2025

I spent the weekend playing Silksong on my phone

The text describes how the author was able to play Hollow Knight: Silksong on their Android phone using Windows emulation and GameHub. They were able to adjust settings for better performance, such as lowering in-game settings and capping the framerate, to reduce power usage and prevent overheating. Other options to play Silksong on a phone include using different Windows emulators, Xbox Cloud Gaming, local game streaming, or emulating the Switch version.

AppWizard

September 3, 2025

Planetary Minecraft-inspired demo uses a spherical planet — game has the same blocky mechanics, but converts flat earth surface into a sphere

Bowerbyte has introduced Blocky Planet, a tech demo that transforms the flat worlds of Minecraft into a spherical experience. This project is available for download on PC or can be played in a web browser. Adapting the flat terrain into a spherical model involves filtering blocks based on their proximity to a central point, which presents challenges related to gravity. Players may face difficulties with upward building or downward digging due to the absence of proper gravitational mechanics. A demonstration video of Blocky Planet is available on YouTube.

AppWizard

September 3, 2025

Minecraft’s Success Shows the Future of Movies Is Games

Steve, the player avatar from Minecraft, has become a central figure in Hollywood's evolving blockbuster landscape due to the success of A Minecraft Movie, which outperformed all other U.S. releases in 2025, generating double the box-office revenue of Captain America: Brave New World. The film's success indicates a shift away from traditional superhero narratives towards video game adaptations, which are resonating with younger audiences. Notable films like The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Five Nights at Freddy’s have shown that honoring source material is crucial for success. Over 40 new films based on video game franchises are in development, including adaptations of Zelda and Ghost of Tsushima. Minecraft, with its hundreds of millions of active players, stands out in terms of engagement compared to other franchises.

AppWizard

August 30, 2025

UK Steam users must register a credit card to unlock game titles with adult content – UK’s Online Safety Act requires blocking minors from accessing mature content

Valve has mandated that UK users must have a valid credit card on file to browse or purchase "mature" games on the Steam platform, in response to the UK's Online Safety Act. This act requires platforms to implement effective age verification measures to prevent under-18s from accessing adult content, with non-compliance potentially resulting in fines or bans. Approximately one-third of UK consumers use debit cards or alternative payment methods, which may hinder legitimate adult players from accessing parts of the store. Privacy advocates have raised concerns about the implications of mandatory financial information for browsing. The changes primarily affect niche erotic or explicit titles, while popular games classified as PEGI-18 may not see immediate impacts.

Tech Optimizer

August 22, 2025

Kerberus’ Strategic Acquisition of Pocket Universe and the Rise of Crypto Antivirus Infrastructure: A First-Mover Advantage in a High-Growth Niche

Kerberus acquired Pocket Universe on August 16, 2025, in a seven-figure deal to enhance security for cryptocurrency users by developing a browser-level antivirus solution. This acquisition addresses the emerging threat of browser-based malware, which operates without user interaction, and aims to establish a cohesive platform that intercepts malicious code. Kerberus plans to integrate Pocket Universe's fraud-prevention capabilities into its Sentinel3 browser extension, extending protection across Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chains and Solana. The company has 200,000 weekly active users and is set to launch a minimal viable product (MVP) for its antivirus solution within four months. Strategic partnerships with Pocket Universe's co-founders and Ran Neuner of Onchain Capital further bolster Kerberus' credibility in the crypto security sector.

Winsage

August 7, 2025

Microsoft teases AI-powered Windows 2030 where keyboards and mice may feel obsolete

David Weston, Microsoft’s Corporate Vice President for Enterprise and OS Security, predicts that by the end of the decade, traditional input devices like keyboards and mice will coexist with more interactive technologies. He envisions AI agents taking over roles traditionally held by security analysts, allowing them to manage tasks such as reading and responding to emails. Microsoft is investing in AI technologies, including the development of Copilot, which aims to enhance productivity. Weston anticipates a shift toward voice and visual inputs for device interaction, moving away from typing and clicking. Microsoft has introduced features like the "Hey Copilot" wake word for voice commands. He also highlights the importance of quantum computing for future security, indicating that quantum-safe encryption is being integrated into Windows. While details about Windows 12 are limited, early indications suggest a deeper integration of Copilot and enhanced security features, potentially transforming Windows into a more intuitive collaborator.

Winsage

August 6, 2025

Kiss goodbye to your keyboard and mouse, in Microsoft’s vision for the Windows OS in 2030 they’ll both ‘feel as alien as it does for Gen Z to use DOS’

David Weston, Corporate Vice President of Enterprise and OS Security at Microsoft, predicts a significant transformation in user interaction with devices by 2030, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and quantum computing. He suggests that traditional input methods like the mouse and keyboard may become obsolete, although he does not provide a specific timeline for this change. Weston emphasizes that the core principles of security will remain unchanged, asserting that fundamental practices such as updating security patches and rotating passwords still prevent 98% of cyberattacks. Despite the potential for new technologies like voice interaction and brain-computer interfaces, traditional input devices still dominate the current landscape, and practical concerns about new methods persist.