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AppWizard

May 11, 2025

I just tested Doom: The Dark Ages on an RTX 5090 PC — and I’m still in shock

Doom: The Dark Ages was tested on an Alienware Area-51 gaming PC with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090, achieving 155 frames per second at Ultra Nightmare settings and 4K resolution without DLSS. With DLSS 4 x4 activated, the frame rate increased to 344 fps. The Alienware setup included an Intel Ultra Core 9 285K CPU, 64GB of RAM, and a 2TB SSD. Testing with other RTX 50 series cards showed the RTX 5060 Ti reached 153 fps at 4K with DLSS 4, while the RTX 5070 Ti achieved 185 fps with DLSS 4. Performance results for various RTX 50 cards at different settings were provided, highlighting their capabilities.

AppWizard

May 9, 2025

Mafia: The Old Country has Denuvo, PC requirements revealed

2K Games has announced that Mafia: The Old Country will use Denuvo anti-tamper technology and is set to release on August 8th. The minimum system requirements are Windows 10/11, AMD Ryzen 7 2700X or Intel Core i7-9700K, 16 GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or NVIDIA RTX 2070, DirectX 12, and 55 GB of storage, requiring a 64-bit processor and SSD, running at Medium settings with 1080p resolution. The recommended specifications include Windows 10/11, AMD Ryzen 7 5800X or Intel Core i7-12700K, 32 GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT or NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti, DirectX 12, and 55 GB of storage, also requiring a 64-bit processor and SSD, running at High settings with 1440p resolution. The game is built on Unreal Engine 5 and features a narrative set in early 1900s Sicily, where players will control Enzo Favara in the organized crime underworld. Pre-orders are currently available.

Winsage

May 7, 2025

Windows 10 support is ending — but End of 10 wants you to switch to Linux

Microsoft will discontinue support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, meaning users will no longer receive feature updates or security patches. A grassroots movement called "End of 10" is advocating for users to switch to Linux instead of upgrading to Windows 11, which has stringent hardware requirements that many older PCs do not meet. The movement highlights the benefits of Linux, such as operating without ads or telemetry, reducing e-waste, and being a free, open-source alternative. There are 240 million PCs that may not be able to upgrade to Windows 11. The End of 10 movement provides resources and support for users interested in transitioning to Linux, with a directory of shops and tech collectives primarily located in Germany.

Winsage

May 7, 2025

As support for Windows 10 counts down, End of 10 asks ‘why not Linux?’

Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Users whose hardware does not meet the requirements for upgrading to Windows 11 have alternatives, such as transitioning to Linux. The End of 10 initiative encourages Windows 10 users to consider Linux as a way to rejuvenate their existing hardware, especially for those with machines not primarily used for gaming. To upgrade to Windows 11, users need a processor from Intel's 8th generation or AMD's Ryzen 2000 series at a minimum. The End of 10 website provides resources for users hesitant about installing Linux and addresses concerns about electronic waste, highlighting that 62 million tonnes of e-waste were generated in 2022, with projections of 82 million tonnes by 2030.

Winsage

May 7, 2025

The “End of 10” project wants to save aging PCs with Linux instead of Windows 11

As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life status in October, approximately 240 million PCs will become obsolete, prompting Microsoft to encourage users to upgrade to Windows 11, particularly on devices with Copilot+ technology. The "End of 10" initiative aims to introduce users to Linux, providing a website with instructions for installation and highlighting the benefits of Linux over Windows. Windows 11 requires Intel's 8th-generation processors or AMD's Ryzen 2000 series or newer, leaving many functional PCs, especially those made before 2017, unable to upgrade. The "End of 10" campaign promotes Linux as a viable alternative, emphasizing its compatibility with older hardware, cost-effectiveness, reduced emissions, privacy advantages, and lower susceptibility to malware. The website includes a directory of repair shops for support and offers a DIY installation guide. Despite over half of Windows devices still running Windows 10, the adoption rate of Windows 11 is increasing, indicating a potential shift in user migration.

Winsage

May 6, 2025

My week with Linux: I’m dumping Windows for Ubuntu to see how it goes

BitLocker encryption is enabled by default on most Windows 11 systems, which can hinder the installation of Ubuntu. To proceed with the installation, BitLocker was temporarily disabled through the Control Panel. A bootable USB drive for Ubuntu was created using Rufus with an SK hynix Tube drive. The Ubuntu 25.04 ISO file, known as "Plucky Puffin," was downloaded at 5.8GB in about a minute. The decision was made to install Ubuntu 25.04 instead of the more stable Ubuntu 24.04 LTS due to a desire for the latest features. The installation was planned for both a ThinkPad X1 Carbon and a custom-built desktop with an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU.

AppWizard

April 30, 2025

Elden Ring Nightreign: Can Your PC Run the Gothic Multiplayer Action?

Elden Ring Nightreign is set to launch on May 30, 2025, for PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One, with a base price of .99 and a deluxe edition priced at .99. The game will introduce co-op multiplayer elements and emphasize multiplayer combat, where teams must defeat a boss within a limited timeframe. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 5500 or Intel Core i5-10600 CPU, 12GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 580 (4GB) or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 (3GB) GPU, and 30GB of available storage. The recommended specs are Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 5600 or Intel Core i5-11500 CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 (8GB) or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB) GPU, and 30GB of available storage. The game will support various controllers and is expected to use third-party DRM through GuardIT, though Steam Deck compatibility is yet to be confirmed.

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Gets Official PC Requirements

505 Games has outlined the PC system requirements for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers. The minimum requirements are an Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 16GB of RAM, and either an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 or an AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT. The recommended specifications include an Intel Core i5-12600KF or AMD Ryzen 5 7600X, 32GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT. The game is scheduled for release on July 24th and features a narrative set during the late Ming Dynasty, where players assume the role of Wuchang, a pirate warrior with amnesia. Players will explore the world, enhance their arsenal, and make choices that affect the game's multiple endings. A Discord channel and social media platforms are available for community engagement.

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

Elden Ring Nightreign’s PC requirements are here to birth thee anew

The system requirements for Elden Ring Nightreign are as follows: Minimum specifications: - Operating System: Windows 10 - Processor: Intel Core i5-10600 or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 - Memory: 12GB RAM - Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 3 GB or AMD Radeon RX 580 4 GB - Storage: At least 30 GB Recommended specifications: - Operating System: Windows 11 - Processor: Intel Core i5-11500 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600 - Memory: 16GB RAM - Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 8 GB The game is scheduled for release on May 30th.

Winsage

April 29, 2025

Microsoft Recall finally launches for AI PC users, along with some other new features, almost one year after Copilot+ was announced

Microsoft has reintroduced its Recall feature, initially designed for Qualcomm Snapdragon X-powered laptops, which captures snapshots of users' desktops to help locate old documents, images, and web pages. Enhanced security measures have been implemented, including Windows Hello sign-in, data encryption, and isolation protocols, with all data processed locally on users' devices. Recall is an opt-in feature that can be removed. Additionally, Microsoft has introduced an AI-powered Windows search mechanism that allows users to search for files by description. These features are currently exclusive to devices with Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors, with support for AMD Ryzen AI 300 series and Intel Core Ultra 200V series chips expected later this year. Users without compatible hardware must rely on traditional file management methods.