patch notes Archives

Winsage

June 16, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows Hello facial recognition no longer works in the dark

Microsoft updated its Windows Hello face unlock feature in April, requiring adequate lighting for functionality to address a security vulnerability. The facial recognition system now relies on color cameras to detect visible faces, making it ineffective in low-light conditions. Users can disable the webcam via Windows 11 Device Manager as a workaround, but this disables the camera for all applications. The security flaw was identified by researchers at Nanyang Technological University and classified by Microsoft as "important," though it has not been publicly disclosed or exploited. Inquiries about reinstating dark-room functionality in future updates are pending.

AppWizard

June 13, 2025

Cities: Skylines 2’s latest patch has introduced quays and piers after seeing players using makeshift substitutes: ‘We know how challenging they can be to build’

The latest patch for Cities: Skylines 2 introduces actual quays and piers, allowing for easier shoreline construction. The new quays can detect changes in elevation and come in three sizes: narrow (for pedestrians only), medium, and wide (for both pedestrians and vehicles). The Bridges and Ports expansion has been delayed to address cargo transportation issues in the base game. The patch includes various fixes: trucks will no longer visit the Cargo Harbour after deactivation, the number of taxis and visitors at small parks has been reduced, cargo ships will no longer overlap at deactivated Cargo Harbours, cargo amounts in the Cargo Train Route Selected Info Panel have been corrected, and an issue with trucks not deducting the correct resources has been resolved.

BetaBeacon

June 6, 2025

PSP emulator PPSSPP just made online multiplayer easy for these games

PPSSPP emulator has launched update 1.19 with bug fixes and new features, including enhanced multiplayer support with auto-configured servers for select games.

AppWizard

June 5, 2025

The secret stand-out of Sony’s State of Play was the bizarre resurrection of Deus Ex’s PS2 version

Deus Ex, originally released for the PlayStation 2 in 2002, is being re-released for the PlayStation 5 in 2025 through Sony's PS+ service. The updated version features a reimagined orchestral soundtrack, enhanced character models, and transformed cutscenes into full CGI sequences. The protagonist JC Denton has a more human-like neck, and characters can now express emotions like smiling. The revival aims to preserve gaming history and narrative-driven gameplay. There is potential for the Embracer Group to explore its library of intellectual properties, possibly reviving other lesser-known titles for modern platforms.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

I can’t believe Elden Ring Nightreign is missing this feature on PC

FromSoftware has released Elden Ring Nightreign, a co-op roguelike spin-off of the Elden Ring universe, now available on Windows PC and Steam, with console versions coming soon. The game features a 60 FPS cap and has received positive feedback for its performance, despite some framerate drops. However, it lacks ultrawide support, which has disappointed some fans. The game is priced at .99, currently available for .99 at Newegg with the promo code XVSAVE.

AppWizard

May 29, 2025

Elden Ring Nightreign’s first patch warns of possible PC performance problems on some setups

Elden Ring Nightreign is launching at 3 PM PT and 6 PM ET, accompanied by patch version 1.01, which includes updates such as improved handling of playable characters, soundtrack adjustments, text adjustments, balance adjustments, added character scenarios, and bug fixes. There is a caution regarding potential frame rate drops on certain PC configurations, particularly with the latest graphics cards. Players unable to launch the game can verify game files via Steam. To mitigate performance issues, players are advised to lower graphics settings and ensure their graphics card drivers are up to date. The developers are investigating the frame rate drop issue.

AppWizard

May 29, 2025

FromSoftware warns of potential “significant frame rate drops” in early Elden Ring Nightreign patch, especially for PC gamers “using the latest graphics cards”

Bandai Namco has released patch notes for version 1.01 of Elden Ring Nightreign ahead of its launch, warning PC users that some configurations with the latest graphics cards may experience frame rate drops. Players experiencing performance issues are advised to lower graphics settings and screen resolution, and ensure their graphics drivers are up to date. The game has been criticized in a performance analysis as a "bare-bones console port with glitches," but improvements have been noted compared to the original Elden Ring PC version. Despite challenges, the PC fanbase remains resilient.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

‘They listened! They listened!’: Stalker restores Soviet monument after angry fans tanked its Steam reviews, and they couldn’t be happier

GSC Game World released patch 1.0.1 for the Stalker trilogy to address issues following a negative launch, including stability improvements, settings retention adjustments, and the restoration of missing geometry on several levels. Players expressed dissatisfaction with blurry graphics and the removal of the Russian audio setting and iconic Soviet landmarks. GSC acknowledged player feedback and committed to ongoing improvements, although the reintroduction of Russian audio seems unlikely.

AppWizard

May 14, 2025

Minecraft snapshot 25w20a explained: New features and updates – The Times of India

Minecraft snapshot 25w20a introduces the ability to craft saddles using three pieces of leather and one iron ingot. It also features a new music disc titled “Tears,” composed by Amos Roddy, along with five ambient tracks for various biomes. Players can now use shears to remove saddles, horse armor, harnesses, and carpets from animals, but not if the mob has a rider or if the player is crouching. Saddles will no longer be found as loot in structures, replaced by leather. Visual updates include fog effects on 3D HUD elements and reduced fog density during thunderstorms and rain. Additionally, players using Minecraft Realms will see new region indicators on the loading screen.

Winsage

May 14, 2025

Windows 11’s Patch Tuesday for May finally brings Recall into the mix

Microsoft's Recall feature is set to debut after a delay due to security concerns. The update for Windows 11, released on May 13th, includes AI-driven tools to enhance user interactions and productivity. Key features integrated from the April 25th Preview update include: - Recall (preview): Allows users to retrieve information from various applications, websites, and documents using AI for quick searches based on content descriptions, with options to save snapshots of activities and manage them through Windows Hello. - Click to Do (preview): Enables immediate action on items displayed on the screen using a keyboard shortcut for editing or summarizing content. - Improved Windows Search: Enhanced search capabilities allow natural language queries to locate documents and settings. - Phone Link: Facilitates interaction between Windows PCs and mobile devices for calls, messages, and content sharing. - Widgets: Web developers can create interactive widgets with customization options for lock screen widgets. Additional updates include improvements to File Explorer, accessibility enhancements, and new settings management options for app recommendations. The update for Windows 10 focuses on a fix for Secure Boot Advanced Targeting (SBAT) and Linux Extensible Firmware Interface (EFI) to improve detection of Linux systems. Detailed patch notes and download links are available through the Microsoft Update Catalog.