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AppWizard

January 6, 2026

Hideo Kojima’s new Asus gaming gear is another quirky creation from the Death Stranding and Metal Gear legend

Asus has collaborated with Hideo Kojima to create a new collection of gaming peripherals, which includes the ROG Keris II Origin gaming mouse, ROG Delta II gaming headset, ROG Scabbard II XXL mouse mat, and ROG Flow Z13 tablet. Each item features a design inspired by Kojima Productions' astronaut mascot, Ludens. The ROG Flow Z13 tablet has a larger form factor, a new color scheme of white, gold, and gray, and playful details on the keyboard cover. It retains the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 processor for high-performance gaming. The ROG Keris II Origin mouse has a unique color palette and features a 42K DPI sensor and RGB lighting. The ROG Delta II headset includes the Kojima Productions logo and a humorous warning about comfort. The ROG Scabbard II XXL mouse mat features a large Ludens-inspired design and motivational phrase. Pricing and release dates for these limited-edition items have not yet been announced.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

Dole joins forces with Minecraft to power healthy living through ‘global digital play’

Dole Food Company is launching a global partnership with Minecraft to promote healthy living through the "Make the World a Healthier Place" campaign, starting in October and running until March 2026. This initiative is Dole's first simultaneous campaign across North America and Europe, focusing on encouraging better eating habits and physical activity. A key feature is the Dole Banana Hoodie, which players can unlock by uploading a DOLE Banana sticker or Pineapple tag on Dole's website. The campaign includes downloadable resources like games, recipes, and a digital sticker sheet. Dole will also introduce limited-edition banana stickers and pineapple tags featuring Minecraft characters to connect the digital experience with grocery shopping. The campaign showcases nutritious recipes aimed at energizing gamers in both the game and real life.

AppWizard

October 17, 2025

Maingear’s hellish new Doom gaming PC mixes Dark Ages lore with retro nods to the first game, and I love it

Maingear has launched the Doom gaming PC special edition range, featuring the HAVN HS 420 Doom The Dark Ages Limited Edition case with a vibrant green and red color scheme and runic lettering. The system includes a Tryx Panorama SE 360 AIO cooler that displays original Doom gameplay, a custom graphics card support bracket with the Doom logo, red-sleeved PSU cables, and ambient crimson lighting. The Doom Edition offers tiered models named after game difficulty levels: Hurt Me Plenty, Ultra Violence, and Nightmare!, with prices starting at ,999 for the entry-level model and going up to ,999 for the top-tier model. Each model features AMD Ryzen X3D CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 2TB SSD. Only 50 units are available at launch.

Winsage

October 13, 2025

Microsoft brings its iconic wallpaper, Clippy and 2000s nostalgia to Crocs

Microsoft has launched a limited edition Crocs bundle celebrating its 50th anniversary, featuring designs inspired by Windows XP's 'Bliss' wallpaper and custom Jibbitz charms representing elements of its legacy, such as Clippy and the Internet Explorer logo. The bundle is available globally following the positive response to the #MicrosoftCrocSweepstakes.

Winsage

October 11, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows XP Crocs are now officially a thing

Microsoft has transitioned its Limited Edition Crocs from beta testing to general availability, priced at .95, and offered in various sizes. The Crocs were introduced in October during Microsoft’s 50th anniversary celebrations and gained popularity through a sweepstakes. They feature a design inspired by the Windows XP “Bliss” wallpaper and include custom Jibbitz charms. A Bliss-themed drawstring backpack is also included. The Crocs can be purchased on Microsoft’s official merchandise website, with sizes ranging from women’s 4/men’s 2 to women’s 19/men’s 17.

Winsage

October 2, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows XP Crocs are here — here’s how to acquire your own pair

Microsoft is offering a chance to win a pair of limited-edition Windows XP Crocs as part of its 50th anniversary sweepstakes. The Crocs feature the Bliss wallpaper and are not available for direct purchase. To enter the sweepstakes, participants must comment on a relevant post using the hashtag #MicrosoftCrocSweepstakes. The Bliss wallpaper, captured by photographer Charles O'Rear in 1996, became the default wallpaper for Windows XP after Microsoft acquired its rights in 2000. The Windows XP Crocs are part of a broader celebration that includes the release of a limited-edition Surface Laptop 7 and other nostalgic elements.

Winsage

October 2, 2025

Microsoft Puts Up Windows XP-Themed Crocs For Giveaway

Microsoft has launched limited-edition Windows XP-themed Crocs to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The design features a solid green sole and a sky blue upper with white cloud patterns inspired by the "Bliss" wallpaper. The footwear will come with a Bliss-themed drawstring backpack and custom shoe charms, including the MSN butterfly logo, the Windows XP pointer, and Clippy. The Crocs are not available for purchase online but can be won through a giveaway on Microsoft's official Instagram page by commenting “#MicrosoftCrocSweepstakes” before October 7.

Winsage

October 1, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows XP Crocs are here

Microsoft has launched limited-edition Windows XP-themed Crocs, featuring a design inspired by the “Bliss” wallpaper and shoe charms of Clippy and the Internet Explorer logo. This release is part of Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration. The Crocs will not be available for direct purchase but through a sweepstakes on Instagram until October 7th at 11:59 PM PT, where participants can enter by liking the post and commenting “#MicrosoftCrocSweepstakes.” Each pair includes Jibbitz like a pixelated Windows XP pointer and the MSN butterfly logo. Microsoft has not confirmed if these shoes will be available for wider purchase in the future.

AppWizard

September 13, 2025

Beggin’ Introduces Minecraft-Inspired Dog Treats for National Video Game Day

Purina’s Beggin’ brand launched Beggin’ Blocks, limited-edition dog treats inspired by Minecraft, coinciding with the premiere of A Minecraft Movie. The treats resemble Minecraft's iconic blocks and are made with real bacon. They are available in two sizes: a 6-ounce bag priced at .99 and a 25-ounce pack for .49. To celebrate the launch, Purina introduced the Big Blocky Beggin’ Sweepstakes, running through October 31, 2025, where weekly Grand Prize winners can receive a digital copy of A Minecraft Movie, a custom Beggin’-themed gaming chair, and a stockpile of Beggin’ treats. Nearly 10,000 first-prize winners will also receive a digital copy of the film. A Minecraft Movie is the first live-action adaptation of the popular video game, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a star-studded cast. The film follows characters navigating Minecraft's Overworld to return home.

Winsage

August 28, 2025

Crocs and Microsoft Celebrate 50 Years of Windows XP

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.