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Microsoft Recommends 32 GB RAM for Gaming on Windows 11
Winsage
May 3, 2026

Microsoft Recommends 32 GB RAM for Gaming on Windows 11

Microsoft recommends 32 GB of RAM as the optimal choice for an enhanced gaming experience, while 16 GB remains the minimum requirement. The company highlights that 32 GB significantly improves performance, especially when multitasking with applications like web browsers and streaming software. Additionally, Microsoft advises using solid-state drives (SSDs) for operating systems and games to enhance loading times and system responsiveness. Newer games, such as Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, may require up to 64 GB of RAM for optimal performance. Investing in 32 GB of RAM is suggested for those considering a PC upgrade by 2026 to meet future gaming demands.
This Windows‑95‑style game is pure nostalgia and weirdly addictive
Winsage
April 26, 2026

This Windows‑95‑style game is pure nostalgia and weirdly addictive

Factory 95 is a Windows 95 themed automation game that launched on April 22, 2026. Players act as factory managers, creating PowerPoint slide-shows for clients while navigating tools and resources within a retro operating system. The game features nostalgic elements, including a Clippy-inspired character named "Pinny" and challenges reminiscent of early computing, such as slow loading times and managing emails. The design evokes the graphical aesthetics of the 1990s, and players must strategically manage limited resources to fulfill client requests and generate revenue.
This retro Windows‑95‑style automation game hits every nostalgia button and might pull you into the genre for good
Winsage
April 26, 2026

This retro Windows‑95‑style automation game hits every nostalgia button and might pull you into the genre for good

Base-building automation games are gaining popularity, with Satisfactory receiving over 120,000 positive reviews on Steam. Factory 95, launched on April 22, 2026, features players as factory managers creating PowerPoint slide shows for clients within a Windows 95-like operating system. Players manage emails, optimize resources, and deploy tools to fulfill client requests. The game has a retro art style reminiscent of the 1990s, including a character named Pinny as a tutorial guide.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
April 26, 2026

NVIDIA Neural Texture Compression: AI-powered compression aims to alleviate VRAM pressure in PC games

NVIDIA's Neural Texture Compression (NTC) improves memory efficiency in PC gaming by using small neural networks to compress texture data, achieving up to eight times better memory efficiency compared to traditional methods. In a technical demo, NTC reduced a scene's VRAM requirement from 6.5 GB to approximately 970 MB, an 85 percent reduction. The RTX Neural Texture Compression SDK has seen enhancements, including a 20 to 40 percent increase in inference speed. NTC is compatible with RTX hardware and Tensor Cores, but its real-world performance impact is yet to be determined. Microsoft is developing Cooperative Vectors and DirectX methodologies to support machine learning in graphics, which may facilitate broader adoption of NTC. The successful integration of NTC will depend on its stability, documentation, and economic viability for developers.
GOG Giving Away PC Game For Free for Limited Time
AppWizard
April 24, 2026

GOG Giving Away PC Game For Free for Limited Time

GOG is offering a free download of the 2022 point-and-click horror game, The Whispering Valley, until April 28, after which it will return to its regular price of .99. This is the first time the game has been available for free on any PC platform. Developed by Studio Chien d’Or, the game has a rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on GOG and an 89% approval rating on Steam, where it is rated as "Very Positive." The game is set in the village of Sainte-Monique-Des-Monts, Quebec, in 1896, featuring a haunting narrative and atmospheric gameplay. User reviews praise its atmosphere and story but mention long loading times and simplistic gameplay mechanics. The game has a playtime of approximately two to three hours.
Microsoft tests Windows Explorer speed, performance improvements
Winsage
April 20, 2026

Microsoft tests Windows Explorer speed, performance improvements

Microsoft is enhancing File Explorer for Windows 11 Insider program users, focusing on improved launch speed and performance. A preloading feature was tested that allows File Explorer to load in the background for faster access, which users can disable in the Folder Options. These updates follow the introduction of Startup Boost for Office applications, which also aims to improve loading times. The Windows Insider Program Team is also working on enhancing the reliability of the explorer.exe process and addressing issues with bright white flashes when opening File Explorer in dark mode. Additionally, a new Xbox mode has been introduced for Windows 11 PCs, providing a full-screen gaming interface to reduce distractions. These updates are being rolled out to Insiders in the Release Preview channel with specific Windows 11 builds installed.
Windows 11 KB5083769 out with improved /scannow, direct download links for offline installers (.msu)
Winsage
April 14, 2026

Windows 11 KB5083769 out with improved /scannow, direct download links for offline installers (.msu)

Windows 11 has started rolling out update KB5083769, which introduces the ability to disable Smart App Control and provides offline installers for direct download. The update will automatically download and install unless users have paused updates for up to five weeks. Upon installation, Windows 11 25H2 will advance to Build 26200.8246, while version 24H2 will progress to Build 26100.8246. Users can check their update status in Settings > System > About. The update includes several .NET Framework security updates (KB5082417, KB5086097, KB5086096). The size of the April 2026 Update is approximately 5.1GB for x64 systems and under 4.5GB for arm64. New features include the ability to toggle Smart App Control, enhanced integration of Microsoft 365 in Windows Settings, modernized dialogs in Settings, and improvements to the sfc /scannow feature for accurate status reports.
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