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Valve Just Made Some Big Changes to Steam Tags, And The New Additions Shed Light on Recent Trends
AppWizard
May 19, 2026

Valve Just Made Some Big Changes to Steam Tags, And The New Additions Shed Light on Recent Trends

Valve updated Steam's tagging system on May 18th, removing 28 outdated tags, introducing 17 new ones, and adjusting existing categories. The new tags include Bullet Heaven, Desktop Companion, Organizing, Cleaning, Decorating, Wuxia, Xianxia, Falling Blocks, Espionage, Samurai, Zoo, Wolves, Capybaras, Animals, Cult, Poker, and Language Learning. The retired tags include 3D Vision, Ambient, America, Blood, Crowdfunded, Cult Classic, Documentary, Drama, Dungeons & Dragons, Electronic, Experience, Feature Film, Foreign, GameMaker, Games Workshop, Illuminati, Kickstarter, LEGO, Masterpiece, Mature, Movie, Narration, NSFW, Roguevania, RPGMaker, Warhammer 40K, Web Publishing, and Well-Written. Existing tags like Clicker and Conversation were rebranded to Incremental and Dialogue Heavy, respectively. The updates aim to improve user navigation and reflect current gaming trends.
Today’s Top Deals: $15 Resident Evil PS5 Games, Xbox Core Controller, LEGO Batman for PC, and More
AppWizard
May 19, 2026

Today’s Top Deals: $15 Resident Evil PS5 Games, Xbox Core Controller, LEGO Batman for PC, and More

- Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold Edition for PS5 is available at its lowest price on Amazon. - Resident Evil 4 is on sale for .99. - Velocity Green Xbox Core Wireless Controller is priced at .99. - Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle is available for 9.99. - 256GB Samsung P9 Express microSD Express Card for Switch 2 is on sale. - LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Deluxe Edition is available at a 12% discount. - 3-piece Samsonite luggage set is priced at 9.99. - 8th-gen Apple iPad Air is available for 9.99. - Acer Swift X RTX 4060 Gaming Laptop is discounted by 0. - ASUS ROG Xbox Ally is available for 9.99. - Pokémon TCG: Mega Zygarde ex Premium Collection is available for preorder on Amazon. - Alan Wake 2 Deluxe Edition for PS5 is priced at .99. - Funko Pop! Comic Cover: Transformers x MTG - Optimus Prime is at its lowest price of .40. - 65” LG EVO C5 OLED TV is available for ,299.99. - Target is offering a buy one, get one 50% off promotion on board games and puzzles.
Open Source Stays Open: Percona Sponsors pgBackRest to Keep PostgreSQL Backups Running
Tech Optimizer
May 19, 2026

Open Source Stays Open: Percona Sponsors pgBackRest to Keep PostgreSQL Backups Running

Percona has become a sponsor of pgBackRest following the departure of its primary maintainer due to funding challenges. This sponsorship aims to revitalize pgBackRest, a critical backup and recovery tool for PostgreSQL, ensuring its continued development and support. Percona's CEO, Peter Farkas, highlighted the importance of pgBackRest and the decision to coordinate with other companies to maintain its health. The plan for pgBackRest's future includes dedicated time from David Steele for bug fixes and feature enhancements, assistance from Percona's engineering team in onboarding a new maintainer, and efforts to attract additional sponsorship to diversify support. Percona's investment aims to prevent future uncertainties associated with reliance on a single maintainer.
Myst & Riven Remakes Out Now On PlayStation VR2
AppWizard
May 19, 2026

Myst & Riven Remakes Out Now On PlayStation VR2

The remakes of Myst and Riven have been launched on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2, marking their debut on the PlayStation ecosystem after being available on PC VR. Both titles are fully playable on flat screens and in virtual reality. They are priced at .99 each on the PlayStation Store. A review of their performance on PlayStation VR2 is forthcoming.
Avast unveils revolutionary new modular antivirus platform – industry leading device protection & scam detection, with optional no-log VPN, data breach monitoring, and device cleanup
Tech Optimizer
May 19, 2026

Avast unveils revolutionary new modular antivirus platform – industry leading device protection & scam detection, with optional no-log VPN, data breach monitoring, and device cleanup

Avast has introduced a free modular platform called Avast One, which provides robust antivirus protection and essential privacy features. Users can access basic antivirus and scam protection for free and have the option to pay for additional features as needed, allowing for a customizable cybersecurity experience.
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AppWizard
May 19, 2026

Players Find Rare Minecraft Seed with Every Biome near Spawn

A Reddit user, u/ShoowMe7777777, has discovered a Minecraft seed, 8500081009970950196, that generates nearly every biome and essential structure within 1000 blocks of the spawn point. This seed includes all Overworld biomes and significant structures near the 0,0 coordinates. In the Nether dimension, players will find a Nether Fortress, Bastion Remnants, and all five Nether biomes within 250 blocks of the 0,0 coordinates. This seed is specifically for Java Edition players, as Bedrock Edition may have loading issues with structures. The community has reacted positively to this find, as it offers a wealth of resources and biomes for gameplay.
Introducing new Surface devices built for business and AI acceleration
Winsage
May 19, 2026

Introducing new Surface devices built for business and AI acceleration

IT leaders face challenges from the rise of artificial intelligence, sophisticated security threats, and scrutiny over investment decisions regarding PC fleets. Microsoft has introduced the Surface line to address these demands, integrating advanced silicon and software for enhanced security and AI capabilities. The new Surface Pro for Business and Surface Laptop for Business, powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, offer significant performance improvements, including up to 35% better graphics than the MacBook Air with M5 and over 90% faster than the Laptop 5 on select configurations. The Surface Laptop for Business is available in 13-inch and 15-inch models, starting at 9.99, featuring a high-resolution touchscreen, advanced haptic touchpad, and up to 23 hours of battery life. The 13-inch Surface Pro for Business, also starting at 9.99, combines multiple input methods with on-device AI processing. All Surface devices are designed with security as a core principle, shipping as Secured-core PCs, and include an optional integrated privacy screen. They support AI applications both in the cloud and on-device, enhancing productivity. Devices can be managed through Microsoft Intune for operational efficiency. The new Surface devices are made from recycled materials, designed for energy efficiency, and certified by ENERGY STAR.
PC gamers, say goodbye to PlayStation exclusives as Sony confirms single-player games aren't coming to PC anymore... except for one
AppWizard
May 19, 2026

PC gamers, say goodbye to PlayStation exclusives as Sony confirms single-player games aren’t coming to PC anymore… except for one

PlayStation has announced the end of single-player PC ports, confirmed by Hermen Hulst, head of PlayStation. This decision halts the trend of PS5 exclusives being ported to PC about a year after their console launch. Titles like Ghost of Yotei and Saros, previously expected to be ported, will not be released on PC. However, Kena: Scars of Kosmora will still launch on both PS5 and PC in 2026, as it is developed by Ember Lab, a non-first-party studio. The decision is driven by concerns that PC ports could harm the PlayStation brand and affect PS5 sales. This shift reflects a retreat from a model that allowed consumers to choose between console and PC versions. The competitive gaming landscape, including emerging platforms like Valve's Steam Machine, is also influencing this strategy.
PC Users To Lose A Bunch Of Games Following PlayStation Shake-Up
AppWizard
May 19, 2026

PC Users To Lose A Bunch Of Games Following PlayStation Shake-Up

Sony has indicated a definitive shift away from supporting other platforms, with no plans to extend its game offerings to PC in the future. This decision contrasts with competitors like Xbox, which is expanding its reach by making exclusive titles available on various platforms. Titles such as Bloodborne and Ghost of Yōtei will remain exclusive to PlayStation. Sony has not officially confirmed or denied these reports, leaving uncertainty regarding their future plans. This announcement follows a price increase for PlayStation Plus Essential, causing frustration among existing users. The news coincides with Valve's upcoming launch of the Steam Machine, which aims to attract console gamers to PC gaming. Sony appears to be focusing on its own hardware, leaving PC gamers without new PlayStation titles on the horizon.
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