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Winsage

April 20, 2026

New Windows 11 Build Fixes Storage Lag and Lifts Old 32GB FAT32 Limit

Microsoft's latest Insider Preview build for Windows 11 introduces significant improvements in storage volume management. The update removes the 32GB volume size limit for FAT32 file systems, allowing volumes to expand up to 2TB, although the maximum file size limit remains at 4GB. The Storage menu has been revamped for better responsiveness, eliminating the User Account Control (UAC) alert when opening it, with prompts appearing only when accessing temporary files. The "Disk & Volumes" menu performance has also been enhanced, resulting in a faster loading time for the Storage settings menu.

BetaBeacon

April 10, 2026

The Android Tablet That Runs Steam Games : Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5

The Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and offers up to 24GB of RAM, delivering high performance for gaming, multitasking, and streaming.

BetaBeacon

April 9, 2026

Android 17 Enhances Gaming Experience with Button Customization

Android 17 has introduced customizable in-game control buttons for mobile gamers. This feature allows users to change and customize button positions, size, and transparency to suit their personal play style. It also supports integration with external controllers for a more precise button mapping. This development is part of Google's efforts to enhance mobile gaming as the industry becomes more competitive.

AppWizard

April 8, 2026

After a recent patch, Death Stranding 2 is great on Steam Deck

Upon the release of Death Stranding 2 for PC, players experienced significant performance issues on the Steam Deck, with framerates fluctuating between the teens and mid-20s and long hitches occurring. This contrasted with the smoother performance of Death Stranding: Director's Cut on the same device. The game was originally designed as a PS5 exclusive, which may explain the performance struggles on the aging hardware of the Steam Deck.

AppWizard

April 3, 2026

Russian officials discover fraudsters in Minecraft – they are using children in their schemes

Fraudsters are exploiting in-game chats in Minecraft to deceive young players, particularly in Russia. They initiate contact with children in the game, then move the conversation to Telegram, posing as "cybersecurity officers" and claiming that the children have shared sensitive information. They threaten detention to coerce minors into stealing money from their parents to give to couriers. Authorities have issued warnings to raise awareness among children and parents about these deceptive tactics.

AppWizard

April 2, 2026

Amazon is giving away one of the best strategy games ever, plus loads of other PC games for Prime members

Amazon Luna offers Amazon Prime members a monthly selection of complimentary PC games, allowing them to acquire game keys for platforms like GOG and the Epic Games Store at no additional cost. Unlike services such as Xbox Game Pass, the games claimed through Amazon Luna remain owned by the user even after the Prime membership ends. To access this feature, users can log in to the Amazon Luna claim page with their Amazon account.

BetaBeacon

March 24, 2026

The must-play Android games of 2026

Monument Valley 3 is the third installment of a popular puzzle game series with stunning visuals and challenging levels.

AppWizard

March 17, 2026

The FBI is investigating malware hidden inside games hosted on Steam

The FBI is investigating a hacker responsible for releasing several video games with embedded malware on the Steam platform. The suspected games include BlockBlasters, Chemia, Dashverse/DashFPS, Lampy, Lunara, PirateFi, and Tokenova. These games were developed over the past two years and posed risks to gamers who downloaded them. This incident follows a similar event from the previous year when malware-laden games were also uploaded to Steam. Neither Valve nor the FBI has commented on the investigation.

AppWizard

March 13, 2026

The FBI is looking for victimized Steam users who downloaded games with hidden malware — Investigation underway into multiple infected titles from 2024 to 2026

The FBI is investigating malware-infested games on Steam that may have affected players between 2024 and 2026. Affected individuals are encouraged to come forward confidentially. Notable games under scrutiny include Chemia, Dashverse / DashFPS, Lampy, Lunara, PirateFi, Tokenova, and BlockBasters, the latter of which reportedly siphoned off ,000 in cancer donations from a streamer. Cybercriminals exploit players logged into multiple platforms, compromising their online presence and Steam libraries. Valve is working to combat these threats, but the volume of new releases can overwhelm their vetting system. The FBI urges reporting relevant information to assist in prosecuting offenders. Affected individuals can fill out a form on the FBI's website or email Steam_Malware@fbi.gov to report incidents.

Winsage

March 12, 2026

Microsoft adding Xbox mode to Windows 11

Organizations using consumer-grade PCs or allowing employees to bring their own devices now face concerns due to the introduction of a virtual Xbox within Windows 11, announced by Microsoft. This initiative aims to create a seamless gaming experience across devices, allowing developers to reach a larger audience while reducing development costs. Microsoft has begun merging Xbox and PC experiences with devices like ASUS’s ROG Ally, a handheld PC that can switch between Windows and gaming operations. In April, Xbox mode will roll out to select markets on all Windows 11 PC form factors, offering a controller-optimized interface. However, it may not be included in the Windows Professional edition, which is preferred by businesses. Features may still enter organizations through bring-your-own-device policies or consumer-grade equipment. The announcements are part of "Project Helix," a new gaming platform designed to enhance Xbox console and PC game play, featuring a custom System on Chip from AMD, with alpha versions expected to be shipped to developers by 2027. This timeline may impact revenue opportunities for AMD, as it suggests no new console will be available for the holiday season of 2026.