Microsoft Windows celebrated its 40th anniversary on November 20, 2025. The journey began with the launch of Windows 1.0 in 1985, designed as a graphical layer atop MS-DOS, requiring a graphics card and 256KB of RAM. Subsequent releases included Windows 2.0 in 1987, Windows 3.0 and 3.1 in 1990 and 1992, respectively, which introduced significant features like a 3D-styled interface and popular games. Windows 95, launched in the mid-1990s, introduced the Start menu and taskbar, selling over seven million copies shortly after its release. The late 1990s and early 2000s saw the introduction of Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows XP in 2001, which was noted for its stability. Windows Vista was released in 2007, followed by Windows 7 in 2009, and Windows 8, which faced user backlash. Windows 10 was launched in 2015, adopting a Windows-as-a-Service model, and Windows 11 continues to evolve with new design and hardware requirements.
- Resident Evil Survival Unit is a mobile game based on Capcom's Resident Evil series.
- The game offers a strategic experience with real-time strategy elements set in a parallel world inspired by the Resident Evil universe.
- Players can build bases, secure resources, battle creatures, and form alliances with others.
- Iconic characters from the Resident Evil franchise are featured in the game.
- Renowned artist Yoshitaka Amano contributed the original creature "Mortem" to the game.
- The game is free-to-play with in-app purchases and was launched on November 18, 2025.
- The game is available on iOS and Android in 151 countries and regions worldwide.
Sonic Rumble has been released globally as a 32-player survival party game. Players are looking for codes to unlock in-game freebies, but currently, no codes are available. To redeem codes on PC, players must launch the game, click the Menu button, select Settings, and enter the code in the Gift Code section. For mobile redemption, players can visit the Sonic Rumble website and access the Redeem Gift Code option. Codes associated with content creators may be available, and players are encouraged to follow the Sonic Rumble Discord community for updates on new codes. Players who signed up for a Sega account before October 31 may have received a gift code.
Battlefield 6 is set to launch globally with confirmed release times: West Coast US at 8 am PDT, East Coast US at 11 am EDT, UK at 4 pm BST, Europe at 5 pm CEST, Australia at 2 am AEDT (October 11), and New Zealand at 4 am NZST (October 11). Players are advised to complete a readiness checklist before launch, including ensuring game pre-load is complete and system requirements are reviewed. EA has implemented a queue system to manage potential login issues at launch, similar to the beta phase. Early impressions of the game suggest strong multiplayer gameplay but a lackluster campaign. Performance analysis indicates Battlefield 6 is well-optimized. Some players are experiencing errors with the EA App that prevent access to the game, and EA is working on a resolution. The DRS-IAR LMG is highlighted as a versatile weapon for the Support class.
Chinese manufacturer Biwin has introduced a mini SSD that may replace traditional microSD cards in handheld PCs. The mini SSD is slightly larger than a standard SD card and offers storage capacities from 512GB to 2TB. It will first be supported by OneXPlayer handhelds, adhering to PCIe 4.0 and NVMe 1.4 standards, with read and write speeds of up to 3,718MB/s and 3,415MB/s, respectively. This performance exceeds that of microSD Express cards and typical microSD cards, which max out at 950MB/s and 240MB/s, respectively. The mini SSD measures 0.59 x 0.66 x 0.05 inches (15 x 17 x 1.4mm), making it more portable than M.2 2230 drives. Biwin plans to bundle the mini SSD with select OneXPlayer devices, pricing the 512GB model at approximately 399 CNY and the 1TB model at around 599 CNY, while the 2TB pricing is unconfirmed. The success of the mini SSD will depend on broader adoption by manufacturers beyond niche handhelds.
Borderlands 4 will launch globally on September 12 for New Zealand, which is September 11 for many other regions. The game will be available at the following times:
- Los Angeles: 9 am PT on September 11
- Chicago: 11 am CT on September 11
- New York: 12 pm ET on September 11
- London: 5 pm BST on September 11
- Berlin: 6 pm CEST on September 11
- Singapore: 12 am SGT on September 12
- Tokyo: 1 am JST on September 12
- Sydney: 2 am AEST on September 12
- Wellington: 4 am NZST on September 12
On PlayStation 5 and Xbox, the game will unlock at 12 am local time on September 12, except for Los Angeles, where it will be available at 9 pm on September 11. The Switch 2 version is scheduled for release on October 3, 2025. There is currently no option to pre-load Borderlands 4 on Steam, and as of September 10, the pre-load feature has not been activated.
Microsoft has introduced a limited-edition pair of Crocs inspired by the Windows XP operating system and its "Bliss" wallpaper to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The Crocs feature a green sole reminiscent of rolling hills and a sky blue upper part reflecting the clear skies from the iconic photograph. Each pair includes six Microsoft-themed Jibbitz: Clippy, the Internet Explorer icon, the MSN butterfly, a file folder, the recycle bin, and a classic mouse cursor. A matching backpack with the "Bliss" image is also part of the collection. The Crocs are currently available for pre-order exclusively to Microsoft employees, with a broader launch planned for the future.
Microsoft has released a limited edition of Crocs inspired by the Windows XP operating system to celebrate its 50th anniversary. These Crocs feature a Clippy shoe charm and are currently available for preorder exclusively to Microsoft employees, with a global launch planned soon. Each pair is priced at an undisclosed amount and includes a six-pack of Microsoft Jibbitz with symbols like the original MSN logo, the Internet Explorer icon, Clippy, and a mouse pointer. The design reflects the iconic Bliss wallpaper from Windows XP, featuring a blue sky and green sole. Each purchase also includes a Bliss drawstring backpack. An official comment from Microsoft regarding the Crocs is expected soon.
Goddess Order, a mobile action RPG developed by Pixel Tribe and published by Kakao Games, will launch globally in September 2025 for iOS and Android. Pre-registration is now open, with exclusive rewards available for those who sign up.
