release candidate Archives

Winsage

January 12, 2026

VLC gets native support for Snapdragon-powered PCs — but its devs haven’t forgotten your ancient Windows XP rig

The latest update to VLC, versions 3.0.22 and 3.0.23, introduces native support for Arm processors, specifically for Windows ARM64, requiring a minimum of Windows 10 RS5 17763 / 1809. This update improves playback across various formats, enhances subtitle rendering, includes codec updates, introduces a Dark Mode user interface, allows users to manage playing files, and addresses multiple security issues. The Snapdragon X2 Plus chip outperforms Intel's Core Ultra 7 265U and 256V processors, delivering up to 3.5 times the CPU performance of the former and a 52% increase in multi-core performance compared to the latter. Microsoft reported that 90% of usage time on Arm-based PCs is dedicated to natively compiled applications.

AppWizard

January 10, 2026

If you’ve got a spare 200 hours, the massively ambitious sci-fi grand strategy from the creators of X-COM: The Long War just launched out of early access

Video games, particularly Terra Invicta, are proposed as simulations to prepare humanity for potential extraterrestrial threats. Terra Invicta combines elements of X-COM and grand strategy games, challenging players to prepare Earth for an alien invasion while managing global politics. Players can adopt various strategies, including resisting or submitting to the aliens. The recent 1.0 update introduces a new starting condition set in 2026, text localization in five languages, and significant content additions such as new regions and a realistic combat mode. The game’s developers, Pavonis Interactive, indicate ongoing development with plans for new scenarios and mechanics. Terra Invicta is currently available at a 35% discount, reducing its price from £35 to £23.

AppWizard

December 8, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.11 Release Candidate 3

Release Candidate 3 for version 1.21.11 has been deployed, addressing three issues: 1. Fixed the incorrect rendering of transparent item models (MC-304790). 2. Ensured zombie nautiluses generated in ocean ruins now exhibit persistence (MC-304797). 3. Fixed a bug allowing zombies, skeletons, and zombie horses to catch fire from light sources in arid biomes (MC-304810). The Release Candidates are available for Minecraft: Java Edition, and players can install it by enabling snapshots in the Minecraft Launcher. A non-obfuscated experimental version is also accessible. An unobfuscated server jar is available for download. Players are encouraged to report any bugs or provide feedback.

AppWizard

December 5, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.11 Release Candidate 2

Candidate 2 has been released for Minecraft: Java Edition, addressing a critical crash issue that affected some users. The Release Candidates can be accessed by enabling snapshots in the Minecraft Launcher. Users are advised to back up their data due to potential risks of world corruption. An unobfuscated experimental version and an unobfuscated server jar are also available for download. Players are encouraged to report any bugs or provide feedback.

AppWizard

December 5, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.11 Release Candidate 1

The Mounts of Mayhem drop is scheduled for release on December 9th, with the first Release Candidate shipped today. Enhancements to the Spear weapon include increased knockback duration during charging and refined charge attack animations. The Release Candidates for Minecraft: Java Edition are now accessible via the Minecraft Launcher, where players can enable snapshots. It is advised to back up data as testing versions may corrupt worlds. A non-obfuscated experimental version is also available, requiring players to download a zip file, unpack it, and create a new launch installation in the Launcher. An unobfuscated server jar is available for download, and players are encouraged to report bugs and provide feedback.

AppWizard

October 2, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.10 Release Candidate 1

Release Candidate 1 for version 1.21.10 has been rolled out as a hotfix to address several issues following The Copper Age update. The fixed bugs include: - MC-211096: Resolved clipping issue with entities in cobwebs and pistons. - MC-278182: Fixed items getting trapped inside piston heads when pushed through powder snow or cobwebs. - MC-301916: Adjusted wind charges' behavior upon colliding with specific blocks. - MC-302321: Addressed chunk loading failure during player teleportation. - MC-302383: Corrected issue with maps in item frames not placing on walls touching carpeted floors. - MC-302405: Fixed teleportation inconsistency with repeating command blocks. - Resolved unexpected launching of entities on bubble columns. Release Candidates for Minecraft: Java Edition are available for installation via the Minecraft Launcher, with a reminder to back up data due to potential world corruption.

AppWizard

September 27, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.9 RC: Players can test latest bug fixes ahead of full release

Mojang has released the first release candidate for Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.9, which may be the final version before the official update. This release candidate addresses several bugs, including issues with monster spawning and a visual glitch with conduit textures. Players can access the release candidate through the Minecraft Launcher by enabling snapshots, but are advised to back up their data due to potential world corruption. The cross-platform server jar is also available for multiplayer testing. Players are encouraged to report bugs and provide feedback.

AppWizard

September 25, 2025

Minecraft 1.21.9 Release Candidate 1

The Minecraft team has launched the first release candidate for version 1.21.9. This release candidate addresses two bugs: MC-302243, which fixed an issue where creakings could spawn with the "spawnMonsters" game rule set to false, and MC-302278, which corrected the texture orientation in conduits. The release candidates are available for Minecraft: Java Edition, and players can access them by enabling snapshots in the "Installations" tab of the Minecraft Launcher. Players are advised to back up their worlds due to the risk of world corruption when testing these versions. Cross-platform server jar options are also available, and players are encouraged to report any bugs and provide feedback.