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'We are no longer using that one red pipe asset we weren't supposed to use': The Blood of Dawnwalker hotfix clears up one of the game's more charming mistakes
AppWizard
September 9, 2026

‘We are no longer using that one red pipe asset we weren’t supposed to use’: The Blood of Dawnwalker hotfix clears up one of the game’s more charming mistakes

A new hotfix for The Blood of Dawnwalker has been released, focusing on stability improvements, resolving progression blockers, and fixing controller-related frame rate drops. Key enhancements include: - Improved game stability. - Resolved tutorial progress issues with the Voracious Bite ability. - Fixed character Coen becoming trapped in buildings. - Enabled dialogue between Crake and Coen during training. - Prevented dead NPCs from initiating conversations. - Addressed blocking issues under specific conditions. - Resolved game saving problems. - Ocha will no longer attack Coen when guards are present. - Fixed a bug causing Coen to get stuck in a cave during the "Deep Down" quest. - Ensured Murohn spawns correctly. - Corrected premature ending of a solution in the "Hive and Seek" quest. - Resolved infinite loading screens in the "On the Run" quest. - Accurate display of difficulty level for "A Lone Wolf's Hunt." - Fixed a soft-lock issue after following Sara. - Investigating the rag in the "Smoke and Ashes" quest is now optional. - Resolved a blocker in "The Heart Wants What It Wants" quest. - Coen and Iorgu will drink from cups at lower graphical settings. - Removed the red pipe asset. - Fixed music stopping during the prologue. - Fixed frame rate drops from outdated GameInput software. - Torches will no longer grow uncontrollably. - Resolved issues with Quality preset mods. - Fixed VSync issues with FSR Frame Generation. The hotfix is now live on Steam.
Microsoft probes reports of games taking exception to Windows 11's August update
Winsage
August 20, 2026

Microsoft probes reports of games taking exception to Windows 11’s August update

Microsoft is investigating reports of game stability issues following the August Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, specifically the release of KB5121003 for versions 24H2 and 25H2. Users have reported that certain games may become unresponsive, unexpectedly close, or trigger an "EXCEPTIONACCESSVIOLATION" error, leading to device restarts. Affected titles include ARC Raiders, MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and The Finals. Microsoft has not confirmed if the issues are caused by their update but is looking into the situation. The update addressed 421 Microsoft CVEs, with 236 affecting Windows systems. Microsoft has also tightened its stance on outdated kernel drivers and initiated the Driver Quality Initiative to enhance OS stability.
Palworld pulled in almost 900,000 players over the weekend, its second-highest peak ever
AppWizard
July 13, 2026

Palworld pulled in almost 900,000 players over the weekend, its second-highest peak ever

Palworld has transitioned from early access to its 1.0 launch without a price increase, resulting in a peak of 855,525 concurrent players on Steam. The game's all-time peak player count is 2.1 million, surpassing titles like Counter Strike 2 and Dota 2, with only Black Myth: Wukong and PUBG having higher records. Players have requested additional content and improvements, while some have raised concerns about game stability and mechanics. The developers aim to maintain a solid player base following the successful launch.
League of Legends lead Phroxzon says "frustrating" counters like Mel are part of the MOBA's "secret sauce"
AppWizard
April 11, 2026

League of Legends lead Phroxzon says “frustrating” counters like Mel are part of the MOBA’s “secret sauce”

Matt 'Phroxzon' Leung-Harrison, lead gameplay designer for League of Legends, engaged with a group of 20 players to discuss champion balance, focusing on Mel, whose abilities can disrupt opponents. He described Mel as "a balanced champion," though players expressed frustration over her matchups. Phroxzon acknowledged that there are moments where Mel can feel overwhelmingly powerful and emphasized the importance of diverse gameplay experiences. He noted that navigating difficult matchups is integral to the game and encouraged players to develop strategies against challenging champions. He also discussed the concept of 'loser's queue' and the psychological aspects of player perceptions in competitive environments. Additionally, he addressed the balance between introducing changes through patches and maintaining game stability, suggesting that new champion releases contribute to player growth and understanding. Riot Games is committed to evaluating champion dynamics and player experiences in the evolving landscape of League of Legends.
Just when you think there's no room for shooters to innovate, here's one where your health is literally your framerate
AppWizard
January 7, 2026

Just when you think there’s no room for shooters to innovate, here’s one where your health is literally your framerate

FPS Quest links player health to framerate, causing framerate drops as the character takes damage. Players can upgrade weapons and manipulate the game environment to boost framerate and health, such as replacing a 3D gun with a 2D sprite or altering level geometry. One upgrade can increase framerate by 10 fps at the cost of removing structural columns, which eliminates cover. This mechanic encourages a balance between alterations and game stability.
Starbreeze hands off Payday 2 to another developer as it goes all-in on trying to salvage the beleaguered Payday 3
AppWizard
October 22, 2025

Starbreeze hands off Payday 2 to another developer as it goes all-in on trying to salvage the beleaguered Payday 3

Payday 3 is struggling to attract players, with only about 500 concurrent players reported on SteamDB, while its predecessor, Payday 2, has around 27,000 players even after 12 years. Starbreeze has introduced a subscription service for Payday 2's DLC, which has been generally well-received despite some player concerns. The studio has partnered with Sidetrack, known for their work in the Payday modding community, to enhance Payday 2, with the first update expected on October 23. Starbreeze acknowledges the initial criticism of Payday 3 as a "bad experience" and is committed to improving it, including plans to double the team size dedicated to the game.
Windows 10's upcoming End of Life is bad news for PC gamers who hate Windows 11, as Capcom issues warning
Winsage
October 1, 2025

Windows 10’s upcoming End of Life is bad news for PC gamers who hate Windows 11, as Capcom issues warning

Capcom will stop guaranteeing stability for its Monster Hunter series on Windows 10 after October 14, due to Microsoft's end of life for the operating system. Players of titles like Monster Hunter: World, Monster Hunter: Wilds, and Monster Hunter: Rise may face compatibility issues with future updates, and Capcom will not provide fixes for these issues. Other games, such as Street Fighter 6 and Resident Evil Requiem, may encounter similar challenges. Alternatives like Tiny11 and Valve's SteamOS are becoming more appealing for gamers who do not wish to upgrade to Windows 11.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PC Patch 5 Released, Bringing Various Performance & Optimization Improves
AppWizard
March 14, 2025

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 PC Patch 5 Released, Bringing Various Performance & Optimization Improves

Nixxes has released Title Update 5 for the PC version of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which includes performance enhancements and optimizations. Key updates include: - Upgrade of DirectStorage to version 1.2.3 to reduce stuttering during city traversal, especially for GPUs with less than 8GB of VRAM. - Optimized performance when playing as Venom, fighting Symbiotes, and in related cinematics. - Improved DLSS Ray Reconstruction to reduce noise in shadows of facial details. - Fixes for UI issues during Prowler side quests when frame generation and upscaling were enabled. - Resolved issues with the Hunter Blinds minigame controls and Photo Mode responsiveness. - Improvements to screen space reflections to prevent flickering when viewing large bodies of water. - Various crash fixes, stability improvements, and performance optimizations. - Enhancements related to ray-traced reflections, ambient occlusion, and shadows. - General user interface bug fixes and improvements.
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