Music Archives

Winsage

July 21, 2025

Windows 11 tests “shared audio” to play music via multiple devices, new taskbar animations

Windows 11 is introducing updates to its taskbar in build 26120.4733, featuring a new animation that activates when users hover over open applications. This includes a “fly up” animation that displays a thumbnail reflecting the actual size of the app window, which adjusts dynamically for smaller windows. Additionally, a size-adjusting animation will activate when hovering between thumbnails of varying dimensions. Windows 11 will also introduce a "shared audio" feature, allowing users to connect and play music through multiple audio devices simultaneously via Quick Settings, compatible with Bluetooth devices supporting version 4.0 or higher. These updates are currently being tested in preview builds.

AppWizard

July 20, 2025

Fields of Mistria’s third major update arrives on Monday, including one huge NPC upgrade

The third early access update for the farming simulation game Fields of Mistria will launch on July 21 at 12:00 PM EST. This update enhances the romance system by expanding the maximum heart level for NPCs from six to eight, introducing new heart and dialogue events, and adding a dating mechanic. Players can now choose a best friend alongside their romantic partner, with distinct paths for "Romance" and "Best Friend" events. The update also includes new museum sets, cosmetic drops from new monsters, an additional home upgrade with new furniture and decor, larger storage chests, a refreshed storage chest user interface, two new unlockable vendors at the Saturday Market, an increased maximum town renown level, enhanced skill levels, new skill perks, and a new festival.

Winsage

July 20, 2025

Miss Windows XP? You Can Now Relive It Right In Your Browser

Windows XP was launched in 2001 and is known for its user-friendly interface and improved performance. A new project allows users to experience Windows XP in their web browsers through an interactive emulation hosted on win32.run. This version replicates the original boot animation and desktop layout, includes classic games like 3D Pinball Space Cadet, Solitaire, and Minesweeper, and allows navigation of a functional file system. Users can save files, install third-party applications, and use an updated version of Microsoft Word. The emulation also features media content from the original Windows XP launch. Flash games can be played by downloading them and running them within the emulated environment.

AppWizard

July 20, 2025

Peak’s latest beta patch ensures the cooperative climbing sim actually checks players are alive when they reach the summit of its mountain: ‘You no longer win if you die’

Cooperative climbing game Peak has released an update to its Steam beta branch, patch 0.8.d, which includes new items and quality of life enhancements. A notable fix addresses a gameplay contradiction where players previously won even after dying; now, players must be alive and have reached the peak to win. The update also introduces a setting to reduce camera bob, allows players to pause during offline play, and adds new music for sunrises and sunsets. Two new items, a flying disc and binoculars, have been added to the crash site. Additionally, the patch fixes issues with poisonous parasites, adjusts Napberry plants, resolves rare achievement triggers, and addresses black screens in spectator mode. The beta branch offers different maps that refresh every 24 hours.

AppWizard

July 20, 2025

Jack Black’s ‘Lava Chicken’ song has arrived in ‘Minecraft’

A remixed version of Jack Black’s song ‘Steve’s Lava Chicken’ from A Minecraft Movie has been added to Minecraft with the 1.21.94 update on July 14. The song, which is 34 seconds long, became the shortest-ever Billboard chart hit in April and reached Number 21 on the UK Top 40 charts. Players can obtain the music disc featuring Hyper Potions’ rendition by defeating a baby Zombie riding a Chicken, known as a Chicken Jockey. The addition received mixed reactions from gamers, with some praising it and others wishing for it to fade. The film adaptation of Minecraft has been successful in 2025, leading to discussions about cinema etiquette due to audience behavior during screenings. Jack Black made a surprise appearance at a screening, advising fans against disruptive actions. Additionally, Tony Hawk discussed his efforts to include tracks from Fontaines D.C. and IDLES in the Pro Skater 3+4 soundtrack.

Winsage

July 19, 2025

Microsoft shuts down Movies & TV digital storefront on Xbox and Windows

Microsoft will discontinue its Movies & TV digital storefront on Xbox consoles and Windows devices on July 18, 2025, ending the ability to purchase new movies and TV shows through the Microsoft Store. Users will still have access to previously purchased content via the Movies & TV application on their devices. The closure will affect new entertainment content acquisitions on Microsoft.com and the Microsoft Store on Windows and Xbox, but users can continue to enjoy their existing digital libraries. The refund policy for movies and TV shows will remain unchanged, with purchases being ineligible for refunds. Content portability options are available through Movies Anywhere for U.S. residents, but direct migration to alternative services is largely unavailable. Third-party entertainment services will continue to be available on Microsoft's platforms for new content purchases. The Movies & TV storefront has been operational since 2015, evolving from earlier services. Microsoft will maintain server infrastructure for existing content libraries and provide ongoing support for previously purchased content. Content licensing agreements will dictate the availability of purchased titles.

BetaBeacon

July 19, 2025

Top 5 iPhone and Android apps & games you need to try this week – Subnautica, Oceanhorn, and More!

Subnautica is a paid game that costs .99.

AppWizard

July 18, 2025

Minecraft lets you get the Lava Chicken song in-game — but it’s absurdly rare

Lava Chicken is a new music disc introduced in the Minecraft 1.21.94 Bedrock update, which can be obtained by defeating a Chicken Jockey, a rare entity that consists of a baby Zombie riding a Chicken. The chance of encountering a Chicken Jockey is low, with odds ranging from 0.25% to 0.4875%. Players can also acquire the Lava Chicken disc through alternative methods such as a Minecraft Movie add-on, a Hero Pack, or a DLC.

AppWizard

July 18, 2025

Shadow Labyrinth review

Bandai Namco is set to release a game that combines elements of Pac-Man and Metroidvania on July 17, 2025, priced at £25. In this game, the character Puck consumes fallen enemies to transform into a mech for a brief invincibility period. The game features a linear start but expands into a Metroidvania world with navigation puzzles and platforming challenges. It includes maze levels reminiscent of classic Pac-Man gameplay, set to energetic dance music and a five-minute timer. The narrative has a disjointed feel, with dialogue often filled with clichés. The game offers a blend of genres, providing a unique experience in a crowded market.

AppWizard

July 17, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Old Man’s Journey, Front Armies, ELOH, more

Today's Android game and app deals include discounts on the Sonos Ace ANC over-ear headphones, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra configurations, and a promotion for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 pre-order that includes free Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and a case. Featured apps on sale are Old Man’s Journey, Front Armies [RTS], ELOH, and Titan Quest: Ultimate Edition.