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January 2, 2026

Легальный сборник Моби обогнал по популярности на торрентах пиратские альбомы

Moby's latest album was the most downloaded file among torrent users in 2013, with nearly 9 million downloads. The album was made available for free in collaboration with BitTorrent. It surpassed downloads of albums by popular artists like Bruno Mars, Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake, with Bruno Mars' tracks being illegally downloaded over 5.7 million times. Moby's album also nearly doubled the download count of the final season of "Game of Thrones," which was illegally downloaded around 5 million times.

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December 31, 2025

Edwin’s most anticipated PC games for 2026

An indie strategy simulation game allows players to embody a tribe of primordial hunter-gatherers, focusing on technology and social values. Mars Tactics is a tactical strategy game set on Mars, where players can command either Capital or Labour forces, each with distinct advantages and vulnerabilities. Subnautica 2 has shifted from an undersea survival game to a legal attrition simulator, retaining multiplayer features but changing its focus. The Bustling World is an ambitious RPG offering various roles and vibrant aesthetics, though concerns exist about its social simulation's feasibility. Cicadamata is a first-person shooter with a fast pace and vibrant aesthetic, drawing inspiration from classic titles while offering modern twists.

TrendTechie

December 22, 2025

“Пиратство” ради “спасения”: в свободном доступе оказались 256 миллионов треков из Spotify

Anna's Archive создала резервную копию Spotify, включая метаданные и аудиофайлы, охватывающую почти весь музыкальный каталог сервиса. Архив содержит метаданные примерно 256 миллионов треков и около 86 миллионов аудиофайлов, общий объем достигает почти 300 терабайт. Данные доступны через торрент-сети и сгруппированы по популярности треков. Spotify подтвердила несанкционированный доступ к части данных и начала внутреннее расследование. Более 70% треков на платформе имеют менее 1000 прослушиваний, а 0,1% композиций генерируют большинство трафика. Среди самых популярных треков: "Die With A Smile" (Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars) с более чем 3 миллиардами прослушиваний, "BIRDS OF A FEATHER" (Billie Eilish) с более чем 3,1 миллиарда прослушиваний и "DtMF" (Bad Bunny) с более чем 1,1 миллиарда прослушиваний.

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December 15, 2025

id Software released its first game 35 years ago today — Commander Keen title showcased John Carmack’s breakthrough side-scroller engine

Today marks 35 years since the release of Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons - Episode 1: Marooned on Mars, a DOS game that contributed to the formation of id Software. John Carmack's development of smooth scrolling on PCs was a significant achievement during the Enhanced Graphics Adapter era, initially intended for a port of Super Mario Bros. 3. The success of Commander Keen led Carmack and his colleagues to leave Softdisk and establish Ideas from the Deep, which became id Software. The Commander Keen trilogy laid the groundwork for id Software's transition into 3D rendering, culminating in the release of Wolfenstein 3D in 1992 and Doom in 1993. This period marked a shift in PC hardware from 486 to Pentium processors and the rise of dedicated 3D graphics cards. Nvidia introduced the GeForce 256 at the end of the 1990s, with Quake III Arena being one of the first titles to utilize this technology.

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November 21, 2025

SkySafari Astronomy For Android

SkySafari Astronomy, developed by Simulation Curriculum Corp., is a mobile planetarium app rated 4.4 stars by over 10,000 users and priced at USD 0.99. It features real-time tracking of celestial objects, the OneSky community feature, a Sky Tonight section for nightly visibility, Orbit Mode for virtual exploration, guided audio tours, a Galaxy View for 3-D visualization, and a pronunciation guide. The app allows users to simulate past and future celestial events, locate celestial bodies, access a database of over 120,000 stars and deep sky objects, stay updated with a Sky Calendar, use Night Mode, customize horizon panoramas, and conduct advanced searches. A Premium Subscription offers additional features, while SkySafari 7 Plus and SkySafari 7 Pro provide advanced functionalities, including telescope control.

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November 17, 2025

Cities Skylines 2 dev announces split from Paradox, new studio will take over development

Paradox Interactive has ended its partnership with Colossal Order, the studio behind the Cities Skylines series for 15 years, due to disappointing reviews for recent titles. Colossal Order will continue to support the game until the end of the year, after which Iceflake Studios will take over development in 2026. Iceflake's responsibilities will include patches, ongoing work on the Editor and console editions, and future expansions. The core identity of Cities: Skylines 2 will remain unchanged despite the developer transition. Iceflake Studios has a background in mobile games and has received mixed reviews for its city-building game, Surviving the Aftermath.

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November 13, 2025

Legendary city-building series arrives in the Roman Empire for a new start, but one roadblock is keeping players out

Anno 117: Pax Romana is a simulation game set in Ancient Rome, featuring detailed representations of iconic monuments and structures. Players can construct cities in various regions, including Latium and the Celtic wetlands of Albion. The game has received a graphics upgrade and expanded building options, with enhanced military systems allowing for ground and naval combat. Players can choose a patron deity to influence their settlements, and monuments like the Colosseum require multiple building stages and culminate in festivals. However, the game requires Denuvo Anti-tamper technology and an Ubisoft Connect account, which has caused frustration among players due to account creation issues and multiplayer connection errors. The game is available on Steam for .99 / £49.99 and has a 72% positive rating based on reviews.

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November 8, 2025

Surviving Mars: Relaunched is a solid but inessential remaster for one of the best city builders around, but I’m extremely excited about what comes next

Surviving Mars: Relaunched is a remaster of the original game released in 2018 by Haemimont Games and Paradox Interactive, which received positive reviews and an 80% rating. The remaster includes significant enhancements, such as improved underground maps, a refined train system, and quality-of-life improvements. A new engine has been developed to enhance visuals and performance, allowing for future DLC without the constraints of the original game. Upcoming expansions include Feeding the Future, focusing on food production, and Machine Utopia, introducing automated colonies. The Martian Assembly expansion is included from the start, allowing players to pass laws for benefits and choose political systems. The relaunch aims to attract both new players and previous ones, although the value for seasoned players may be less clear due to the upgrade fee.

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October 31, 2025

Warhammer 40k Dawn of War dev’s new turn-based tactics game pays homage to one of the greats, and you can try it for free

Relic Entertainment has released a new turn-based strategy game called Earth vs Mars, which is available on Steam along with a free demo. This game is the first title from Relic Labs, a label focused on experimental projects. In Earth vs Mars, players defend Earth from a Martian invasion using a weapon called the Splice-O-Tron to create hybrid soldiers. The game features over 30 campaign missions, various modes including AI challenges and online multiplayer, and draws inspiration from classic games like Advance Wars. It is currently offered at a discounted price of .79 until November 12, after which it will revert to .99.

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October 26, 2025

Just Dance 2026 Edition Released For PC & Consoles

Ubisoft has launched the Just Dance 2026 Edition for PC and consoles, featuring a built-in music catalog and subscription tiers for additional content. It includes a hands-free Camera Controller for full-body motion tracking using smartphone cameras, and a Party Mode for up to six players with quirky dance challenges. The music lineup includes songs from artists like Lady Gaga, Smash Mouth, Doechii, ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, Ed Sheeran, Bluey, Cyndi Lauper, and Coldplay. The edition also features a collaboration with the children's show Bluey, allowing players to dance with Bluey and her family.