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Weekend PC Game Deals: Baldur's Gate 3, Gears 5, Spider-Man, NFS and more
AppWizard
August 1, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Baldur’s Gate 3, Gears 5, Spider-Man, NFS and more

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games, OTXO and Sol Cesto, until August 6. OTXO is a top-down shooter with over 100 abilities and a bullet-dodging mechanic, while Sol Cesto features tactical gameplay in a randomly generated underground world. The Humble Store has launched the Rage Inducing Difficult Games collection, starting at a low tier, featuring titles like Getting Over It and Pogostuck. A complete bundle is also available for a higher price. Additionally, itch.io is offering over 100 DRM-free games to support the Game Industry Hardship Fund. The GOG store is celebrating Bethesda's 40th anniversary with discounts on classic titles and special bundles. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
PS1 Classic Syphon Filter Gets an Unofficial PC Port
AppWizard
August 1, 2026

PS1 Classic Syphon Filter Gets an Unofficial PC Port

Syphon Filter, originally released on PlayStation in 1999, has been unofficially ported to PC. This version features an English launcher with game-image selection, internal resolution adjustments, aspect mode and fullscreen options, MSAA, and filtering options. It supports both keyboard and mouse as well as gamepad controls, with day-one keyboard and mouse support included. The port enhances visuals with dynamic scene lighting and realistic shadows, while restoring the original HUD, inventory systems, objectives, and weapon menus. Visual issues related to pickups and grenade effects have been fixed, and weapon muzzle flashes have been reinstated.
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AppWizard
August 1, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Baldur’s Gate 3, Gears 5, Spider-Man, NFS and more

The Epic Games Store is offering two free games, OTXO and Sol Cesto, until August 6. OTXO is a top-down shooter with over 100 abilities and a bullet-dodging mechanic, while Sol Cesto is a tactical adventure set in a randomly generated underground realm. The Humble Store has launched the Rage Inducing Difficult Games bundle, featuring titles like Getting Over It and Pogostuck, available for nearly three weeks. itch.io is hosting over 100 DRM-free games for the Game Industry Hardship Fund, with a minimum contribution required. The GOG store is offering discounts on DRM-free titles, including sales for franchises like Need for Speed and Spider-Man, as well as blockbuster games like Baldur's Gate 3 and Split Fiction. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
Minecraft's future could change forever as XBOX CEO outlines bold new vision
AppWizard
July 31, 2026

Minecraft’s future could change forever as XBOX CEO outlines bold new vision

XBOX CEO Asha Sharma has announced plans for significant investments in Minecraft as part of a restructuring within Microsoft's gaming division. The strategy focuses on the "four Cs": Core, Content, Creation, and Connection, with the aim of enhancing the game and making it the leading platform for content creation globally. Sharma stated the goal is to strengthen player experiences while expanding creator tools. She also set a target for a significant player-count milestone by 2030, aiming for sustained double-digit growth in players and engagement. Additionally, Mojang and King will now report directly to Sharma, reflecting their importance in the gaming landscape. Minecraft has become the best-selling game of all time since its acquisition by Microsoft in 2014 for .5 billion.
This upcoming Steam game is pioneering the accursed trucking genre, and as a former delivery guy I could not be more thrilled
AppWizard
July 30, 2026

This upcoming Steam game is pioneering the accursed trucking genre, and as a former delivery guy I could not be more thrilled

The upcoming title, Prospice: Anomalous Logistics, features a playtest available on Steam for about one week. In the game, players take on the role of an employee investigating a cursed island, described as "cursed by the corpses of ever rotting gods" and "a place where the world itself unravels." The game aims to combine logistics with bizarre elements, offering a unique delivery experience.
ThinkPads from 2008 are some of the hottest used laptops right now — Here's how (and why) they're being turned into Windows 11 PCs
Winsage
July 30, 2026

ThinkPads from 2008 are some of the hottest used laptops right now — Here’s how (and why) they’re being turned into Windows 11 PCs

The ThinkPad X210Ai is a modified laptop that combines the chassis of older ThinkPad models (X200/X201) with a modern mainboard from TP Art, featuring Intel Core Ultra processors, DDR5 RAM support, dual M.2 SSD slots, Thunderbolt 4, and HDMI 2.1. The modification allows users to retain the original display and keyboard while requiring some chassis adjustments. TP Art offers a kit starting at 9, with complete builds beginning at 9, excluding RAM and storage. The popularity of the X210Ai has surged due to rising RAM prices and the demand for reliable, customizable machines. The modified board allows compatibility with Windows 11 and various Linux distributions. Processing times for orders can take up to six months, and cancellations are not allowed once placed.
Australian watchdog files legal action against Telegram, saying it failed to remove violent content
AppWizard
July 30, 2026

Australian watchdog files legal action against Telegram, saying it failed to remove violent content

Australia's eSafety watchdog has initiated legal proceedings against the messaging platform Telegram for allegedly failing to adequately remove extremist content, including footage related to mass shootings in Buffalo and Christchurch, as well as material linked to the Islamic State. The platform, with a user base of approximately 1 billion, could face fines of up to 54.6 million Australian dollars (around 38 million USD) if found guilty. eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant emphasized that the content in question is tied to severe acts of extremist violence and remained accessible despite Telegram being notified of its existence. Following recent tragedies, Telegram channels have surfaced that celebrate attackers and circulate videos of their acts. Telegram has denied the allegations, claiming to block terrorist-related content and reporting the removal of over 150,000 terrorist-related communities this year. However, Inman Grant raised concerns about the platform's compliance and responsiveness to regulatory actions.
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