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April 4, 2025

CONFIRMED: GTAV is returning to Game Pass on Xbox and PC in April

Grand Theft Auto V (GTAV) will return to Xbox Game Pass and debut on PC Game Pass on April 15th. The enhanced edition for PC will feature new vehicles, modifications, and gameplay updates, including the “Oscar Guzman Flies Again” update with aerial missions and arms trafficking. Both Game Pass Ultimate and Standard subscribers can access all console and PC editions. The PC version will include enhancements such as ray tracing support and compatibility with DLSS 3 and FSR 1/3 upscaling. Players will also have access to new content, including ambient animals for a photography challenge and the option for a GTA+ Membership for exclusive benefits.

AppWizard

April 3, 2025

Xbox Game Pass April 2025: Here’s all new games coming and leaving platform, and what we know about subscription plans

In April 2025, Xbox Game Pass will introduce new games while removing some existing titles. New games being added include: - April 2: Asphalt Legends Unite (PC / Ultimate) - April 3: - Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition (Standard / Ultimate) - All You Need Is Help (Standard) - Still Wakes The Deep (Standard) - Wargroove 2 (Standard) - April 8: Diablo III: Reaper of Souls (PC / Standard / Ultimate) - April 15: Hunt: Showdown 1896 (PC) Games leaving the service on April 15 include: - Botany Manor (PC / Xbox One / Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) - Coral Island (Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) - Harold Halibut (PC / Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) - Homestead Arcana (PC / Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) - Kona (Xbox One / Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) - Orcs Must Die! 3 (PC / Xbox One / Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) - Turbo Golf Racing (PC / Xbox One / Xbox Series S|X / Cloud) Xbox Game Pass offers several subscription plans: - Xbox Game Pass PC: .99/month, full access to the PC library, new games on release day, member discounts, EA Play membership. - Xbox Game Pass Core: .99/month, online multiplayer, access to over 25 console games, member discounts. - Xbox Game Pass Standard: .99/month, full access to the console library, online multiplayer, member discounts. - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: .99/month, full access across all platforms, new games on release day, online multiplayer, cloud gaming, EA Play membership, exclusive perks. Game Pass members must purchase games separately if they leave the service, but they receive discounts before exit. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes cloud gaming.

AppWizard

April 3, 2025

‘Grand Theft Auto V’ May Come to Game Pass Later this Month

'Grand Theft Auto V' is set to debut on Xbox Game Pass later this month, marking its first appearance on PC Game Pass, as confirmed by Rockstar in an email. The game will also be available through Xbox Cloud Gaming. A recent update to the Rockstar PC launcher has enabled this integration with the Xbox PC app. The PC version of GTA V has been upgraded to include new vehicles, ray tracing support, and compatibility with DLSS 3 and FSR 1/3 technologies. Players will gain access to new features in GTA Online, including new vehicles and upgrades at Hao’s Special Works, Ambient Animals for wildlife photography challenges, and the option to enroll in GTA+ Membership for special benefits.

AppWizard

April 2, 2025

April’s Humble Choice Features Tomb Raider 1–3 Remastered, Dredge, and More

In April 2025, the Humble Choice lineup includes eight PC games available for .99 for members. The featured titles are Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, Dredge, Aliens: Dark Descent, 1000xRESIST, Nova Lands, Diplomacy is Not an Option, Distant Worlds 2, and Nomad Survival. Humble Choice members receive a 20% discount in the Humble store, and 5% of the membership fee goes to the charity One Tree Planted. Members can cancel or skip months at any time.

AppWizard

April 2, 2025

Humble Choice April 2025: Grab Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered, 1000xResist, and six more PC games

The April 2025 Humble Choice lineup includes the Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection, Dredge, 1000xResist, and Aliens: Dark Descent. The Tomb Raider collection features enhanced versions of the first three games released between 1996 and 1998. Dredge combines Lovecraftian horror with exploration, while 1000xResist is a narrative-driven sci-fi adventure. Aliens: Dark Descent offers squad-based tactics in the Alien universe. These titles are available at no additional cost to Humble Choice subscribers, who also receive access to the Humble Vault and discounts in the Humble Store. Five percent of each subscription is donated to charity, specifically to Care this month. The lineup is available until May 6, 2025.

AppWizard

April 1, 2025

Get Classic Tomb Raider Adventures And Seven More Games For Just $12 At Humble This Month

The April 2025 lineup of Humble Choice includes the following PC games: 1000xResist, Aliens: Dark Descent, Distant Worlds 2, Diplomacy Is Not An Option, Dredge, Nomad Survival, Nova Lands, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. The Tomb Raider I-III Remastered collection features enhancements such as a camera lock-on option, achievements, health bars for bosses, and the ability to switch between classic and modern graphics. Dredge is noted for its Lovecraftian horror elements, while 1000xResist is recognized as a top game of 2024. Aliens: Dark Descent combines squad-based tactics with real-time gameplay. Humble Choice members can access these games at no extra cost, and new subscribers can sign up to gain immediate access. Membership also includes access to the Humble Vault and discounts at the Humble Store, with 5% of membership fees donated to charity, specifically to the organization Care. Additionally, there are other Humble Bundle PC game collections available for purchase.

AppWizard

March 20, 2025

Linux on Android: Google clarifies the new Terminal app’s purpose

Google's new Linux Terminal app for Android, launched with the March 2025 Pixel Drop, allows users to create and manage a Debian virtual machine on their Pixel devices through a command-line interface. The app is designed to enhance the Android app ecosystem by enabling the use of Linux apps, tools, and games, rather than creating a new desktop environment. Users can control their Linux environment, including storage allocation and port forwarding. While users can install Linux desktop management systems like XFCE or GNOME, these will not be the default experience. Google is also preparing GPU acceleration for future releases. The development indicates a convergence between Android and ChromeOS, but both systems will retain their distinct functionalities, with Android focused on mobile use and ChromeOS optimized for desktop productivity.

AppWizard

March 8, 2025

Good News! Google Starts Rolling Out Native Linux Terminal to Android Devices

Google has introduced a native Linux Terminal app for Android, leveraging the Android Virtualization Framework to run a local virtual machine powered by Debian. The app is currently being rolled out to select Google Pixel devices as part of the March Pixel Drop and requires a 500 MB download to set up. Users must enable developer mode to access the app, which allows them to adjust storage, configure network settings, and recover the virtual machine's storage partition.

Tech Optimizer

March 6, 2025

All about CCI’s Dismissal of Antitrust Plaint against Microsoft

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) concluded its examination of a complaint against Microsoft regarding the bundling of antivirus software with its Windows operating system. The CCI found that users can choose antivirus solutions beyond Microsoft Defender and that there was no substantial evidence of market foreclosure in the antivirus sector. The complaint alleged that Microsoft forces OEMs to include Microsoft Security Essentials, limiting competition for third-party antivirus vendors. Microsoft has bundled Microsoft Defender with Windows since 2015 and argued that it aligns with industry standards. The CCI determined that Microsoft holds a dominant position in the antivirus software market for Windows OS in India but found no coercion compelling users to use both products together. The CCI also noted that multiple antivirus vendors continue to operate in the market without significant barriers. The case highlighted issues of consumer inertia and the implications of default settings in digital markets, suggesting that pre-installed options may restrict consumer choice.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

There’s a new way to play PlayStation and PC games early

Sony has launched the PlayStation Beta Program, allowing PlayStation and PC gamers to express interest in participating in beta tests for new or unreleased titles and features. Registration is open and free for users with a valid PlayStation Network Account in the 73 countries where the network operates. Participation is by invitation only, and participants must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to maintain confidentiality. Earlier this year, there was high demand for access codes to the Elden Ring: Nightreign network test, with some codes selling for hundreds of pounds. Additionally, Sony offered five extra days of PSN membership to users affected by a 24-hour outage of the PlayStation Network.