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Hermitcraft Hermits Speak About the New Season
AppWizard
February 1, 2026

Hermitcraft Hermits Speak About the New Season

Hermitcraft is a Minecraft server franchise that started in 2012 and has become a popular platform for YouTube content creators. As of November 2025, Season Eleven is underway, with members creating impressive megabases and engaging in new minigames. iJevin, a member since 2013, is building a pirate-themed base, while Welsknight, who joined in 2016, is constructing a Japanese village. Both creators aim to be more active this season, with Welsknight focusing on a feudal Japanese castle town and an industrial area for farms. They express excitement about new Minecraft updates and the community dynamics, particularly TangoTek's Decked Out 3. Jevin reflects on the growth of Hermitcraft and the collaborative experience, while Welsknight appreciates the positive atmosphere within the community. Both creators acknowledge the influence of past Minecraft figures and express pride in being part of Hermitcraft's evolution.
Microsoft vows to make "behind-the-scenes platform changes" as it begins testing next phase of Windows 11
Winsage
January 28, 2026

Microsoft vows to make “behind-the-scenes platform changes” as it begins testing next phase of Windows 11

Microsoft is testing new builds in the Insider Dev Channel, advancing to the 26300 series. These builds will include features from the 26220 series, which will remain in the Beta Channel. The 26300 builds are expected to be finalized as version 26H2 this fall, while version 26H1 is set to launch in the spring for next-generation Arm devices. The upcoming version 26H1 is based on a newer platform, codenamed Bromine, while 26H2 will be built on an older platform version. Insiders can test the 26300 series builds by enrolling in the Insider Dev Channel and checking for updates in Windows Update.
Microsoft is slowly turning Edge into another Copilot app — tests redesigned UI that takes inspiration from Copilot
Winsage
January 5, 2026

Microsoft is slowly turning Edge into another Copilot app — tests redesigned UI that takes inspiration from Copilot

Microsoft Edge is undergoing a user interface overhaul, with new builds from the Edge Canary and Dev Channel showcasing a design inspired by Microsoft's Copilot app. The refresh includes updates to context menus, the new tab page, and settings, featuring rounded corners and a color palette consistent with Copilot. Users can toggle Copilot Mode on or off, affecting the content displayed on the New Tab Page. There are also discussions about an AI-enhanced version of MSN.com, potentially called "Ruby." The new design is currently in testing and will be rolled out in phases. Feedback from users will influence future design iterations.
Rust's 'Pivot or Die' update was meant to shake up the meta, but it's a nightmare for solo survivors that leaves me no choice but to die
AppWizard
November 19, 2025

Rust’s ‘Pivot or Die’ update was meant to shake up the meta, but it’s a nightmare for solo survivors that leaves me no choice but to die

Facepunch has released an update for Rust, urging players to adapt to significant changes in the game's progression system, particularly affecting solo players and smaller groups. The update introduced a "soft progression gate" to encourage early confrontations and reduce clan dominance. Changes include the addition of Basic and Advanced Blueprint Fragments to workbench recipes, making resource accumulation more challenging and incentivizing combat. New loot refresh times at monuments have led to players camping these locations, causing further scarcity of resources. The November update adjusted puzzle timers to prevent pausing due to player proximity and introduced lethal radiation before loot resets. This has made it harder for solo players and small groups to compete, as they remain limited to lower-tier workbenches while larger clans advance more rapidly. The gameplay has shifted towards a more combat-focused experience, resembling a battle royale format, which some players find less appealing. Unofficial servers may provide a more balanced experience.
Microsoft Issues New Dev and Beta Builds with Copy & Search and Other New Features
Winsage
October 25, 2025

Microsoft Issues New Dev and Beta Builds with Copy & Search and Other New Features

Microsoft has released updates for the Windows Insider Program, providing new builds for the Dev and Beta channels. Dev channel users can upgrade to Windows 11 version 25H2, build 26220.6982, while Beta channel users will move to version 24H2, build 26120.6982. Key features of the update include: - Copy & Search: Users can search for text copied to the Clipboard directly from the Taskbar, with a Paste icon appearing next to the Search box. - Voice Typing Improvements: Users can customize the “Wait time before acting” option in Voice Typing for better accuracy. - Proactive Memory Diagnostics: Users will be notified if their PC experiences a blue screen and restarts, with a suggestion for a memory scan during the next reboot. Additional changes include enhancements to Device Cards in Settings, improved information in Settings > About, a scrollable Settings search flyout, and alignment of the search box in the new Start menu with the one in Search, along with various fixes and improvements.
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review - now my favorite budget gaming CPU
AppWizard
October 7, 2025

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review – now my favorite budget gaming CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is a budget gaming CPU with six cores and a peak boost clock of 5.4GHz, priced at 9 after a reduction from its initial price of 9. It features 12 threads, a 65W TDP, and is built on the AMD Zen 5 architecture with Socket AM5 compatibility. The CPU has a 32MB L3 cache and supports Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT). In gaming benchmarks, it outperformed the Ryzen 5 7600X and the Intel Core i5 14600K in several titles, achieving an average of 211fps in Cyberpunk 2077 at High settings. However, it lags behind in multi-threaded applications, scoring 16,286 at 65W TDP in Cinebench R23, compared to the Core i5 14600K's score of 23,990. The 9600X's thermal performance is efficient, peaking at 68°C during tests.
Cheap and cheerful new indie roguelike gets the vibe just right, and it keeps growing bigger
AppWizard
September 21, 2025

Cheap and cheerful new indie roguelike gets the vibe just right, and it keeps growing bigger

Megabonk is an indie game developed by Vedinad that combines horde survival mechanics similar to Vampire Survivors with expansive environments reminiscent of Risk of Rain 2. The game features a variety of characters, including a skateboarding skeleton and a monkey in shades, and offers a fast-paced gameplay experience with 20 characters and over 70 unique items. Despite concerns about launching during a crowded release window, Megabonk was released on August 18 and has achieved a peak concurrent player count of 18,085 on Steam, with 96% of users giving it an 'overwhelmingly positive' rating. The game is currently available on Steam for .49 / £7.22, with a limited-time 15% discount running through October 2.
Diablo 4's new 'Chaos armor' is a card game-inspired response to criticisms over boring seasonal powers
AppWizard
September 17, 2025

Diablo 4’s new ‘Chaos armor’ is a card game-inspired response to criticisms over boring seasonal powers

In Season 10 of Diablo 4, titled the Season of Infernal Chaos, the introduction of "Chaos armor" will allow for greater versatility in character builds. Players will encounter Unique items with powerful guaranteed stats in new Chaos variants, which can be equipped in previously unavailable slots. For example, a Unique item that typically drops as gloves may now appear as boots or other armor types, encouraging diverse combinations. This change aims to enhance character progression and promote dynamic gear adaptation, potentially leading to new builds. The season launches on September 23.
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