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AppWizard

September 28, 2026

Minecraft Live unveils new dimension, Dungeons II release date and a real-world theme park

Mojang Studios hosted its annual Minecraft Live event on September 26, announcing several significant updates and projects. The highlight was the introduction of The Sift, a new dimension set to launch next year for both Java and Bedrock editions, marking the first new dimension in over 14 years. Additionally, Minecraft Dungeons II is scheduled for release on September 29, featuring enhanced character customization and cooperative multiplayer options, allowing players to explore The Sift before its full integration into the main game. Mojang also provided an update on Minecraft World, a UK-based amusement park set to open in 2027 at Chessington World of Adventures Resort, which will include a coaster named Escape the Nether and a themed hotel. The studio announced a new initiative to foster creativity within the community, with ongoing improvements to tools for creators. Upcoming game updates include a new biome called Frozen Caves, the Wilderness Bound community challenge, and new Sound Effects Packs launching on the Minecraft Marketplace before the end of 2026. Minecraft is also set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 27, and the Minecraft: Education Edition is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.

AppWizard

September 24, 2026

Your Android phone may no longer stop you from walking into a pole

Google is winding down its "Heads Up" pedestrian safety feature within the Digital Wellbeing suite. The latest beta version of Digital Wellbeing has revealed code strings indicating that users will soon receive an in-app alert about the feature's impending removal. Heads Up, launched in 2021, was designed to enhance pedestrian safety by using motion sensors and location data to remind users to stay aware of their surroundings while walking with an unlocked screen. Initially available for Pixel devices, it later expanded to other Android phones. There is currently no specified timeline for the feature's removal, and Google has not provided a formal statement regarding its discontinuation.

AppWizard

September 21, 2026

RuneScape: Dragonwilds (PC) Review

RuneScape: Dragonwilds introduces players to the new continent of Ashenfall, where they face the Dragon Queen Kuldra amidst a significant dragon threat. The game features a new biome called the Scorned Wilderness and a raid-style dungeon, requiring 40 to 60 hours of gameplay to complete its story content. It includes a sophisticated crafting system that allows for extensive customization of the game world. The combat system has been modernized, incorporating various weapon types and a nuanced parrying system, while the magic system offers unique runes that alter spell effects. Players experience skill progression through the use of tools or weapons, but the early game lacks healing potions, making it challenging. The game encourages exploration with a robust crafting system and in-game mounts, as well as the ability to create travel routes using loadstone teleporter panels. It also features dungeons with platforming elements and diverse enemy encounters. RuneScape: Dragonwilds supports full crossplay for consoles and has a roadmap for future updates.

AppWizard

September 20, 2026

MapQuest Now Works With Android Auto – Here’s How To Use It

MapQuest has retained the name of Lake Ontario, leading to a rise in its popularity and a top position in the App Store charts. The app, launched in 1996, has recently begun supporting Android Auto, allowing users to integrate it into their vehicle's infotainment system. Users can connect their devices via USB or wirelessly, provided their vehicle supports it. Once connected, MapQuest offers turn-by-turn navigation and real-time traffic updates. However, its navigation services are currently limited to the United States and Canada, and some users have reported interface bugs. Alternatives to MapQuest on Android Auto include Waze, Sygic, and TomTom Go.

AppWizard

September 17, 2026

I use Waze every day, and the latest Android Auto update completely changed how I drive

Gemini's integration into Waze enhances the app's capabilities by introducing personalized navigation features that adapt to individual driving preferences, allowing Waze to analyze past routes and suggest options based on user habits. Users can report road conditions using natural language, making it easier to share important information without distraction. The app also allows for a conversational approach to searching for destinations, enabling drivers to find stops along their route without specifying exact locations. Additionally, features like a "less chatty" mode and a motorcycle mode cater to different user preferences and needs.

AppWizard

September 15, 2026

Unofficial PC Version of Super Smash Bros. Melee Released

An unofficial PC port of the Nintendo GameCube game Super Smash Bros. Melee has been released. The game, originally launched in 2001, features a unique damage system, various attack types, and diverse stages. It includes several game modes such as Classic Mode, Adventure Mode, and Event Matches, with unlockable characters and content. The PC version supports keyboard and gamepad inputs, allows for resolution adjustments and visual customizations, but lacks online play and widescreen support. Users need to provide their own ROM to play. This release is part of a trend of unofficial PC ports of classic games, including titles like Super Mario 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.

AppWizard

September 15, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons II Xbox Release Date, Price, Game Pass

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to launch on September 29, 2026, as confirmed by Xbox Game Studios. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC (via Steam and the Microsoft Store), and will be included in Xbox Game Pass from day one. The Standard Edition is priced at .99, while the Deluxe Edition costs .99 and includes future downloadable content. Pre-orders come with exclusive hero skins, the Twisted cape, and a Twisted chicken pet. The sequel features a larger campaign across two interconnected worlds, a new antagonist, an expanded gear and enchantment system, new enemy types, environmental challenges, and a returning four-player co-op mode.

AppWizard

September 2, 2026

Neverwinter: Monoliths of Madness Launches For PC & Consoles

Neverwinter has released its latest expansion, Monoliths of Madness, available on PC and consoles. The expansion introduces chaotic magic and new challenges in Faerûn, with strange monoliths emerging across Menzoberranzan, Northdark Reaches, Narbondellyn, and Dragonbone Vale, spreading madness and attracting cultists. Players, starting at level 20, will join the Emerald Enclave to uncover the origins of these monoliths and cleanse Madness Altars by defeating nightmares and cultists. The expansion features updated combat enchantments, allowing players to equip Strike and Guard bonuses for deeper customization. A Wild Adventure Lockbox is available until November 17, offering a Mythic mount, Star Angler, and a Mythic companion, Encore the Virtuoso. Additionally, a new Battle Pass, Of Minds and Madness, allows players to unlock free rewards and access a Premium Reward Track with exclusive items, including a new Artifact to enhance character strength.

Winsage

August 27, 2026

Windows malware numbers look awful next to macOS. I’m still not worried

Windows holds a 71 percent share of the desktop market, with over 1.6 billion active Windows PCs globally. In contrast, macOS accounts for just over seven percent of the market, rising to nearly 20 percent when combined with OS X. Windows users face a variety of threats, including trojans and riskware, and in 2025, Windows users encountered seven times more malware than macOS users. Surfshark's data indicates that macOS users are increasingly targeted by phishing attacks, which pose significant financial and personal risks.

AppWizard

August 18, 2026

Star Wars: Galactic Racer’s multiplayer ‘tour’ mode is a chaotic arcade racer spliced with a MOBA, and that somehow works brilliantly

Star Wars: Galactic Racer is an upcoming racing game developed by Fuse Games, featuring a single-player campaign with roguelike elements and an online multiplayer mode structured like a MOBA. Players can race across six planets in 12-player races or eight-player podracing, selecting characters with unique loadouts. After each race, players can upgrade their vehicles and choose parts inspired by the single-player campaign. The game emphasizes player agency, with choices affecting gameplay outcomes, and balances accessibility with depth. Environmental hazards add chaos to the gameplay, although the lack of a catch-up mechanic can hinder those falling behind. The game is set to release on October 6.