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August 9, 2026

Lae’zel actor Devora Wilde didn’t know she was in Space Marine 2 until players told her

Devora Wilde is a video game voice actress known for her role as Lae'zel in Baldur's Gate 3. Her resume includes roles in Solasta 2, Clair Obscur, Crimson Desert, Split Fiction, and Red Solstice 2. Recently, she discovered her participation in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 after receiving fan comments and recognizing her voice in an audio log. Wilde often remains unaware of her projects until close to release, a common practice to prevent leaks. In Space Marine 2, she voiced multiple characters, including a servo-skull and a Cadian soldier. She has also voiced Tzarina Katarin Bokha in Total War: Warhammer 3, the female Arbitrator in Darktide, and a Sister of Battle in the Adepta Sororitas animation, Penitence, on Warhammer TV.

AppWizard

August 9, 2026

The GTA 3D trilogy fanpatch has its biggest update, with over 100 new fixes including restored dialogue for San Andreas

The PC versions of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, GTA 3, and Vice City have faced criticism for problematic ports due to code reuse and quality control issues. The modding community has created significant updates, including the SilentPatch, which addresses bugs and restores previously cut content. Notably, over 100 voice lines in GTA San Andreas have been restored, allowing players to access them while using a mouse and keyboard. These efforts reflect the dedication of the modding community to enhance the gaming experience and preserve the legacy of these classic games.

AppWizard

August 9, 2026

PlayStation 5 emulation has taken a new leap forward, bringing console-based Minecraft to PC.

Developers of PlayStation 5 emulation software have made significant progress in running various 3D games on personal computers, including a version of Minecraft. This advancement is due to architectural similarities between modern consoles and PCs, although major AAA titles still require further system enhancements to be emulated. Sony has decided not to release single-player, high-budget games on PCs, focusing instead on multiplayer titles, which has increased interest in emulation for experiencing single-player games. In contrast, the development of an emulator for the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is expected to be more challenging and time-consuming due to its dedicated processor, complex graphics API, and lack of a console jailbreak, leading analysts to predict a lengthy emulation process similar to that of Sony's hardware.

Winsage

August 9, 2026

Dell is blaming Microsoft’s Windows 11 updates for a bug that broke 245+ PC models, but it’s all good now

Recent updates to Windows 11 have caused issues for users of Dell PCs, resulting in shutdowns, performance degradation, and overheating. Dell has released a list of approximately 245 affected models, including Alienware systems. Microsoft deployed an out-of-band update (KB5121767) to address these issues, which stemmed from an incompatibility between the Intel Innovation Platform Framework Processor Participant driver and the Windows USB-C Connection Manager. Affected devices could experience significant performance setbacks, unexpected shutdowns, increased heat output, and battery drain. Users are advised to install specific builds to avoid these problems, as rolling back the update is not an option. Microsoft is also working on improving driver quality through a new Driver Quality Initiative.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

This free Steam cozy game offering will bring back fond childhood memories

Stickers evoke nostalgia for many, especially among Gen Z and Millennials, who often decorate their MacBook covers with them. The free Steam game My Cozy Cube, developed by Potato Sprouts, allows players to decorate a virtual room using sticker-like items and includes a light puzzling element. Players can choose between a guided 'normal mode' and a freeform 'sandbox mode,' with features like auto-snapping for accurate placement. A demo is currently available, but the full release date has not been announced. Another game in this genre is Little Corners, priced at £5.99, which lets players decorate various scenes and offers a simple yet enjoyable experience.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

PC Game Permanently Removed From GOG in Sudden Delisting

Circle Empires has been permanently removed from the GOG digital storefront, following a wave of delistings that included six other games on July 31. Developed by Luminous and published by Iceberg Interactive, Circle Empires was released in 2018 and has over 1,000 user reviews on Steam with an 88% approval rating, qualifying it for the “Very Positive” distinction. On GOG, it has a score of 3.8 out of 5. The reasons for its delisting are unclear, as it remains available on Steam. GOG announced the delisting on August 6, providing only 48 hours' notice. Circle Empires is currently priced at .99 on Steam. A sequel, Circle Empires 2, was launched earlier this year but is not available on GOG. Despite the delisting, a classic PC game was recently added to GOG for free.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

WoW developers reflect on Midnight’s first season—a world without AddOns, task overload, and Prey

The first season of World of Warcraft: Midnight has received mixed reviews, with initial offerings being impressive but subsequent patch content eliciting varied reactions. This expansion is significant as it introduces restrictions on combat AddOns and redesigns every class. Player housing has been added, which has exceeded expectations despite concerns about microtransactions. The developers have expressed positive feedback about the season, highlighting Mythic+, solo content like delves, and the new Prey feature as standout elements. Lead encounter designer Paul Kubit shared his enjoyment of the season and personal goals within Mythic+. The upcoming Curse of Ula'tek expansion is anticipated.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

The indie parkour game from one of the French brothers behind 2024’s best FPS is coming out in just two weeks

Vholume is a "melancholic first-person parkour adventure" set to launch on August 21. The game features an introspective soundtrack with atmospheric synths and sounds of footsteps and labored breaths. It includes striking environments with overgrown, brutalist structures and a multiplayer aspect that allows players to race against friends or compete with recorded performances. Developed by a small team of three, one of whom is associated with the acclaimed game Straftat, Vholume has a demo available on its Steam page.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

Blocky zombie survival sim Unturned releases its source code so players can build a ‘lasting legacy’ for the game ‘regardless of the changes we make’

Smartly Dressed Games has released the source code for their free-to-play zombie survival simulator, Unturned, for non-commercial use, encouraging community creativity. They emphasized the importance of their passionate community and hope to empower players to expand the game. Modifications must be non-commercial and free for players, with some code elements excluded due to licensing restrictions. Unturned is not classified as open source, and the developers aim to re-license the U3 SDK under the MIT License in the future. Unturned was created by Nelson Sexton and entered Steam early access in 2014, reaching full release in 2017. A significant update in April expanded the game's California map and introduced over 100 new quests.

AppWizard

August 8, 2026

Big Walk patch addresses voice volume complaints with restraint: ‘We consider it an important part of the game’s design that you can only hear players who are close to you’

The puzzle game Big Walk features a proximity voice chat that has received mixed feedback from players regarding volume levels, especially for those with quieter microphone setups. In response, developer House House released a patch to enhance audio, making quieter voices more audible at close and medium distances, while maintaining the original distance at which voices fade. The patch does not increase the range of voice communication or allow for separate adjustments of voice and background audio levels. Players have reported varying experiences with the voice volume, with some adapting quickly while others find the volume drop-off challenging.