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Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly already sold 500k on Steam a month before launch, while my beloved Motorsport has crashed into a brick wall
AppWizard
April 18, 2026

Forza Horizon 6 has reportedly already sold 500k on Steam a month before launch, while my beloved Motorsport has crashed into a brick wall

Forza Horizon began in 2012 and has since redefined the franchise, leading to the upcoming release of Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan. The game features the return of the wristband career mode and has received positive early reviews. It has sold over 500,000 copies on Steam before its official launch, generating nearly a million in revenue, with projections suggesting it could exceed two million sales within the first 24 hours post-launch on May 19. Over 50,000 players pre-ordered the game on its release day on Steam. The Motorsport series has faced challenges, including a significant staff reduction at Turn 10, which may affect its future compared to the more successful Horizon series.
Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free
AppWizard
April 18, 2026

Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free

Steam is currently offering four PC games for free until specific dates: 1. Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager - Free until April 23, 2021 release, 76% approval rating from 1,584 reviews, playable on Steam Deck. 2. Uncanny Tales: Cold Road - Free until April 20, 2025 release, 62% approval rating from over 100 reviews. 3. Stickman: Killing Zombie - Free until April 19, 2024 release, 92% approval rating, limited reviews. 4. NineHells - Free until April 20, 2024 release, no established user score due to insufficient reviews. Only Legend of Keepers is confirmed as playable on the Steam Deck.
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AppWizard
April 18, 2026

Steam Giving Away 4 PC Games for Free

Steam is offering four free PC games for a limited time, with the following details: 1. Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager - Free until April 23, 2021 release, 76% approval rating from 1,584 reviews, playable on Steam Deck. 2. Uncanny Tales: Cold Road - Free until April 20, 2025 release, 62% approval rating from over 100 reviews. 3. Stickman: Killing Zombie - Free until April 19, 2024 release, 92% approval rating, limited reviews. 4. NineHells - Free until April 20, 2024 release, no user review score available. Only one game, Legend of Keepers, is confirmed as playable on Steam Deck, while the compatibility of the others is unknown.
Android 17 Beta 4 arrives with post-quantum cryptography and new memory limits
AppWizard
April 18, 2026

Android 17 Beta 4 arrives with post-quantum cryptography and new memory limits

On April 16, Google released Android 17 Beta 4, concluding its beta phase and focusing on app compatibility and platform stability. Developers must finalize updates for Android 17 to avoid delays when the stable version is released. Key behavioral changes for apps targeting Android 17 include: - Large-screen resizability restrictions, preventing apps from opting out of maintaining orientation, resizability, and aspect ratio constraints. - Expanded restrictions on dynamic code loading, requiring native files loaded via System.load() to be read-only. - Certificate Transparency is enabled by default. - Local network access is restricted by default, with a new ACCESSLOCALNETWORK permission for persistent access. - Stricter rules on background audio interactions, including playback and volume change APIs. Android 17 introduces per-app memory limits based on device RAM to target memory leaks and anomalies, with minimal impact expected on app sessions. Developers can check for memory limit impacts via ApplicationExitInfo and utilize profiling tools in Android Studio Panda. An on-device anomaly detection service monitors resource-intensive behaviors and provides profiling artifacts. Additionally, the Android Keystore now supports ML-DSA for quantum-safe signatures, allowing developers to generate keys and create signatures within secure hardware.
I've always wanted to fire the infinite cannons of a giant anime battleship, and this solo dev's giving me a chance on Steam later this year
AppWizard
April 18, 2026

I’ve always wanted to fire the infinite cannons of a giant anime battleship, and this solo dev’s giving me a chance on Steam later this year

Dreadnought Tartarus is a semi-automated strategic simulation game developed by a solo developer, Benkimchi, allowing players to command a massive battleship. It features gameplay options such as manual weapon control, automatic attack modes, and Focus Fire Mode. Players can gather intelligence from defeated foes to upgrade their ship and customize loadouts. The game also allows players to launch and pilot a combat mech from the battleship. Dreadnought Tartarus is set for release in Q3 2026 on Steam, and players can wishlist it and follow development updates on X.
Microsoft's April patch puts Windows domain controllers into reboot loops — third known issue from KB5082063 is affecting Windows Server 2016 through 2025
Winsage
April 17, 2026

Microsoft’s April patch puts Windows domain controllers into reboot loops — third known issue from KB5082063 is affecting Windows Server 2016 through 2025

Microsoft has acknowledged that the April 2026 security update for Windows Server, patch KB5082063, has caused significant disruptions for some enterprise domain controllers, leading to continuous reboot cycles in non-Global Catalog domain controllers used in Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments. This has resulted in the unavailability of Active Directory authentication and directory services on affected servers. Additionally, the installation of KB5082063 may fail on some Windows Server 2025 systems. This issue marks the third consecutive year that April security updates have caused problems for Windows Server domain controllers. In previous years, Microsoft issued emergency fixes for similar issues, including crashes and complications with NTLM authentication. Administrators currently have limited options, including delaying the update, isolating a test domain controller, or engaging with Microsoft Support for tailored mitigation steps.
Battlefield 6 'seasons' should be big moments, but they're not, and it's because EA keeps drip-feeding us like hamsters in a cage
AppWizard
April 17, 2026

Battlefield 6 ‘seasons’ should be big moments, but they’re not, and it’s because EA keeps drip-feeding us like hamsters in a cage

A reflection on the evolution of stealth games highlights the excitement surrounding Battlefield 6, with EA announcing seven new maps, including a remake of Wake Island and the return of naval warfare. The complexities of live service updates create challenges for developers, as exact release dates are often kept secret, leading to player uncertainty. The FPS "season" resembles past expansions but without the associated costs, and the timing for players to re-engage is often just before a season ends. There is a suggestion that increasing the number of maps released each season could enhance player experience, contrasting with competitors like Call of Duty. The author expresses a sporadic engagement with Battlefield 6 after investing over 80 hours, drawn to other shooters in the vast gaming landscape.
Legendary strategy franchise Heroes of Might and Magic is back in the first new entry in over a decade — 'This is one of those generational games' developer says
AppWizard
April 17, 2026

Legendary strategy franchise Heroes of Might and Magic is back in the first new entry in over a decade — ‘This is one of those generational games’ developer says

The upcoming title, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, is a prequel developed by Unfrozen with support from Hooded Horse and Ubisoft. It has gained significant attention, ranking tenth on Steam's most wishlisted titles after a free demo was released in October 2025. The game is set in the continent of Jadame, previously featured in Might and Magic 8: Day of the Destroyer. The early access launch is scheduled for April 30, 2026.
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