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GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games
AppWizard
August 6, 2026

GeForce NOW Shakes Up August With 26 New Games

GeForce NOW has added 26 new games in August, including World of Warships: Legends. The service is featured at QuakeCon in Grapevine, Texas, where attendees can experience GeForce RTX 5080 cloud gaming. Demos will showcase visuals up to 5K resolution and 120 frames per second. Players can access thousands of PC games across various devices. The new games available this week include Big Walk, Beacon Pines, Sovereign Tower, and others. Upcoming releases throughout August include Pax Autocratica, Car Wash Simulator, and Mortal Shell II. Additionally, 15 titles were added to the GeForce NOW library in July, such as Breath of Fire IV and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
Ghost Recon marks 25 years with a major update and free new missions for Wildlands, and a Ghost Recon: Future Soldier giveaway
AppWizard
August 6, 2026

Ghost Recon marks 25 years with a major update and free new missions for Wildlands, and a Ghost Recon: Future Soldier giveaway

Ubisoft is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon on November 13 with a significant update to Ghost Recon Wildlands, featuring visual and gameplay enhancements and a new mission set in a darker Bolivia. The Bolivian government previously filed a complaint regarding the game's depiction of their country. The update will improve combat mechanics, distance rendering, lighting, shadows, and image quality for 4K resolution. Players of Ghost Recon Breakpoint will receive a complimentary 25th anniversary bundle in September, and both games will be available for free play over a weekend on Ubisoft Connect, with discounts on Steam. Ghost Recon: Future Soldier is free until August 13, and Ubisoft has launched the Ghost Recon Insiders Program for fans to contribute to future titles.
Windows 10 LTSC 2021 has five months before security updates cost extra
Winsage
August 6, 2026

Windows 10 LTSC 2021 has five months before security updates cost extra

Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 will end on January 12, 2027, coinciding with the release of a final security update. Organizations can enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program to maintain security updates beyond this date, which will cost per device in Year 1, with prices doubling each subsequent year until the program ends on January 8, 2030. ESU sales will start on September 1, 2026, and licenses are cumulative. The ESU program does not cover Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC, which is supported until January 13, 2032. Organizations using Microsoft’s cloud-based update services can receive a 25 percent discount on the Year 1 price. As of July, 16.9 percent of monitored devices were still running Windows 10, with migration to Windows 11 stalling due to compatibility issues and hardware requirements.
Google Maps just added a feature that lets you order food without leaving the app
AppWizard
August 6, 2026

Google Maps just added a feature that lets you order food without leaving the app

Google Maps is launching the Ask Maps initiative, which includes a food ordering feature allowing users to order meals directly from the app while navigating. This feature will initially be available in the U.S. and partners include Square, Toast, and Uber Eats, with DoorDash also involved. Users can ask for specific dishes, and the app will find nearby restaurants along their route. Additionally, Google Maps will introduce a Personal Intelligence feature that connects with Gmail and Calendar for personalized recommendations based on users' plans. The live Transit widget will provide real-time updates on transportation delays, and users can contribute information to Maps through a conversational interface. The food ordering feature and hotel/event discovery will debut in the U.S. and expand to other countries, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Indonesia, Japan, and Mexico, while being available in English across over 150 countries and territories.
Arise Dark Lord is a new RTS where you raise evil armies and crush "godless heathens"
AppWizard
August 6, 2026

Arise Dark Lord is a new RTS where you raise evil armies and crush “godless heathens”

Introversion Software has announced their new game, Arise Dark Lord, an action RTS hybrid where players act as a dark lord aiming to conquer lands with undead legions. Players can raise the dead or control orcish forces to build a corrupting army and claim territory. The game features resource gathering from forests and mountains and allows players to construct a Dark Tower for defense against human resistance. Arise Dark Lord is in early development, with a projected release in 2027, and a Prologue is available on itch.io. The game showcases a Tolkien-inspired art style and enjoyable gameplay.
Windows 11 will run better because of the Apple effect, says IDC
Winsage
August 6, 2026

Windows 11 will run better because of the Apple effect, says IDC

Apple's launch of the MacBook Neo has prompted Microsoft to reassess and improve Windows 11 due to user complaints about the operating system's performance and resource demands. Global PC shipments are projected to decline by 11.3% in 2026, with a significant drop of 20% expected in the fourth quarter, attributed to a memory shortage. Microsoft announced plans to reduce RAM usage in Windows 11, targeting completion by the end of 2026, which will benefit PCs with 8GB and above. Following the MacBook Neo's release, a benchmark showed that Windows machines had more RAM and storage than Apple's model, but performance issues persist, with Microsoft Word launching slower on Windows 11 compared to MacBooks. Microsoft is addressing these performance issues by replacing legacy components with the WinUI framework to reduce memory usage and enhance overall performance.
Grab shopkeeper-dungeoncrawler Moonlighter free on Steam for a limited time
AppWizard
August 6, 2026

Grab shopkeeper-dungeoncrawler Moonlighter free on Steam for a limited time

Moonlighter is a management simulation and roguelite dungeon crawling game, currently available for free on Steam until August 9, as part of a promotion for its sequel, Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault, which is in early access and set to officially release on September 2. Moonlighter 2 features combat mechanics influenced by Hades, an isometric perspective, and a node-choosing mechanic inspired by FTL and Slay the Spire, moving away from the dungeon exploration style of the original game. A demo for Moonlighter 2 is available on its Steam page.
I tested 5 major changes and improvements coming to Windows 11 this year: Microsoft is clearly serious about fixing Windows, and it's doing things right this time
Winsage
August 6, 2026

I tested 5 major changes and improvements coming to Windows 11 this year: Microsoft is clearly serious about fixing Windows, and it’s doing things right this time

Microsoft has made significant improvements to Windows 11 in response to user feedback, focusing on enhancing the user experience. Key changes include a revamped Windows Update process that synchronizes updates for drivers, frameworks, and security, allowing users to restart their systems only once a month and pause updates indefinitely. The presence of ads and AI features has been reduced, with updates to the Widgets board and the removal of Bing and MSN ads from Windows Search. Performance enhancements include a "Low Latency Profile" feature for better CPU optimization and improvements in WinUI interfaces, leading to faster navigation in File Explorer and more consistent search functionality. Microsoft is also testing new customization options for the Taskbar and Start menu, allowing users to reposition and resize the Taskbar and hide specific segments of the Start menu. Additional features are in development, with plans for further updates by the end of 2026 and some expected in 2027.
This Game Boy Advance clone is a cheap Android handheld from AYANEO
BetaBeacon
August 6, 2026

This Game Boy Advance clone is a cheap Android handheld from AYANEO

The AYANEO KONKR Pocket Advance is a handheld game console that resembles the Nintendo Game Boy Advance but with modern features. It has a 3.5 inch display, MediaTek Helio G90T processor, and runs on an Android-based operating system. The device is available for pre-order with different configurations and prices, with limited production runs expected. The KONKR Pocket Advance features a unique design ideal for classic GBA titles, along with additional buttons for enhanced gameplay. It also includes various modern features such as a 4,000 mAh battery, WiFi, Bluetooth, USB-C port, microSD card reader, and gyroscope. The device aims to provide a blend of nostalgia and modern functionality for gamers looking for a portable gaming experience.
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