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AppWizard

September 20, 2026

6 Actors Starring In Upcoming Video Game Movies

Actors are increasingly pursuing roles in video game adaptations, which have gained respect following the success of series like The Last of Us. Upcoming adaptations feature high-profile actors, including: - Kirsten Dunst will portray Alex in the sequel to A Minecraft Movie, following the success of the first installment. - Sam Neill will make his final on-screen appearance in The Legend of Zelda, with speculation about his character. - Kristen Bell will voice a character in Sonic the Hedgehog 4, joining a cast that includes Idris Elba and Keanu Reeves. - Kit Connor has been cast in the adaptation of Elden Ring, alongside Ben Whishaw and Nick Offerman. - Sophie Turner will portray Lara Croft in a television adaptation of Tomb Raider. - Dave Bautista will take on the lead role of Kratos in the television adaptation of God of War, after Ryan Hurst stepped down due to injury.

AppWizard

September 19, 2026

The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess PC Update 2.0 Released

The Dusklight team has released Patch 2.0.0 for their unofficial PC port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, introducing several new features: - A built-in mod browser for easy mod management. - Randomizer options for shuffling items and dungeon elements. - A cosmetics mod for customizing character appearances and HUD colors. - Expanded mod capabilities for creators, including new actors and game modes. - Support for Japanese GameCube discs and a wider range of Wii discs. - A new Save Manager for importing, exporting, and backing up saves. - Performance improvements for smoother gameplay and faster transitions. - Audio upgrades supporting surround sound and improved audio settings. Players can download the update from the official site, where a trailer is available. The gaming community has also produced various unofficial PC ports of classic titles, including Super Mario 64 and Donkey Kong Country. Recent additions to unofficial ports include games like Gears of War 2, Diddy Kong Racing, and more.

BetaBeacon

September 19, 2026

Valve has open-sourced Lepton – a tool for running Android games on Steam

Valve has released the source code for Lepton, a tool that allows Android games to be played on Steam on Linux devices.

Winsage

September 18, 2026

How to measure and shrink the Windows search index

The initial storage cost of the search index on a fresh installation of Windows 11 is minimal, only a few megabytes. When a sizable work folder is added, the index expands, but it does not revert to its original size after the folder is removed. The search index is stored in Windows.db for Windows 11 and Windows.edb for Windows 10. Windows 11 has two indexing modes: Classic (default) and Enhanced, with Classic indexing Documents, Pictures, Music folders, and the Desktop, while Enhanced scans the entire PC. The index includes file names and content, allowing keyword searches. Users can measure their index items through Settings without special permissions, while file size requires administrative access via PowerShell. An index under 30,000 items is acceptable for average users, while performance issues may arise beyond 400,000 items, with a technical ceiling of one million items. In an experiment, the index grew from 462 items and 6.71 MB to 3,466 items and 18.66 MB after adding 3,000 text files, but remained at 16.81 MB after deleting those files. To reclaim disk space, users can exclude specific folders from indexing and rebuild the index, which can significantly reduce its size while retaining the same number of items.

BetaBeacon

September 18, 2026

Pokémon Infinite Fusion on Android: JoiPlay Setup [2026]

- Pokémon Infinite Fusion is a standalone game built in RPG Maker XP, using the RGSS scripting layer. - The game is not a ROM, cartridge dump, or console to emulate, but rather a folder of Ruby scripts, tileset graphics, and audio files. - The mainline build of the game reached version 6.7.2 on October 2, 2025, and was updated to version 6.8.2 by August 2026. - The game combines two Pokémon into a single custom sprite and blended stat line, generating the combined artwork procedurally. - The Android-specific performance complaints come from the CPU doing image layering work in real time when compositing fusion sprites on lower-end devices.

BetaBeacon

September 17, 2026

Lepton from Valve to run Android games on Linux is now open source

Valve has opened the source code for Lepton, a compatibility layer for running Android games on Linux. Lepton is designed to work with the Steam client and focuses on getting Android games to run seamlessly on the Linux operating system. It is not intended for general Android use, but specifically for launching games. Lepton also offers features to assist game developers in bringing their VR Android games to Steam. Valve's commitment to open-source projects like Lepton benefits the wider Linux gaming community.

Winsage

September 16, 2026

Windows Server 2022 Nears End of Mainstream Support

Organizations using Windows Server 2022 will lose mainstream support on October 13, 2026, although security updates will continue through extended support until October 2031. Customers are encouraged to plan for an upgrade to Windows Server 2025 to avoid potential security vulnerabilities and complications in future migrations. Microsoft recommends early evaluation and testing of Windows Server 2025 to ensure compatibility and smooth transition. Additionally, support for the Azure Edition’s hotpatching capability has been extended to October 2027, providing some customers more time to strategize their migration. However, remaining on Windows Server 2022 means missing out on new features and enhancements.

Winsage

September 15, 2026

Microsoft tried to kill Paint in Windows for a successor nobody wanted, then killed the successor

Microsoft's Paint has been a popular tool since its launch in Windows 1.0 in 1985, with over 100 million monthly users reported in 2017. Paint 3D was introduced as part of Microsoft's vision for "3D for everyone," featuring tools like 3D Doodle, Brushes for 3D surfaces, Magic Select, and Mixed Reality Viewer. However, it struggled to resonate with users due to a cumbersome interface and a lack of necessity for 3D capabilities, leading to its deprecation in 2024. By 2021, Paint 3D was no longer preinstalled on new Windows 10 devices, and Microsoft shifted focus back to the original Paint, enhancing it with features like background removal and AI-driven tools. Despite its potential, Paint 3D failed to bridge the gap between casual users and professional 3D software, and an open-source approach could be a way to revitalize it.

AppWizard

September 14, 2026

Lies of P publisher files trademark for likely sequel ‘Wonders of O’

Neowiz has filed a trademark in the European Union for a project named "Wonders of O," which is likely a sequel to the game Lies of P. The trademark includes categories such as "virtual reality game software." The post-credits scene of Lies of P featured a woman in ruby slippers, suggesting a connection to the Wizard of Oz and a potential boss fight against a Cowardly Lion. Lies of P received a positive reception in 2023, with a rating of 74% from PCG news writer Lincoln Carpenter.

AppWizard

September 13, 2026

Your Phone Can Use Android Auto Without A Car – Here’s How (And Why You Should)

Open Headunit, previously known as Headunit Revived or Headunit Reloaded, is available for .99 and .99 respectively. To use an old tablet as a head unit, purchase and install the app on the device, connect it to a phone using a USB OTG cable, and select the USB connection in the app. Wireless connectivity options are available for both apps, including using a wireless Android Auto dongle, a native Wi-Fi P2P connection, or the third-party app Wireless Helper. Wi-Fi Launcher can be paired with Headunit Reloaded for a similar experience. The Android Auto developer server allows broadcasting a self-hosted server to run Android Auto on a single device. Utilizing Android Auto can enhance productivity by allowing users to read messages, check notifications, and access smart home controls while minimizing distractions. Setting up an old device creatively can enhance a workspace, as virtually any device can serve as a display for the head unit apps.