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July 4, 2026

The best PC games of 2026 (that don’t need a graphics card)

Mina the Hollower is an indie game from the studio behind Shovel Knight, inspired by classic top-down Zelda adventures, featuring a mouse hero and RPG-like customization. Mewgenics, developed by Edmund McMillen, involves breeding cats and genetic manipulation in a tactical turn-based format. Typing Break combines typing skills with gameplay reminiscent of Space Invaders and Breakout. Dosa Divas features two sisters using a mech food truck to combat the fast-food industry, blending RPG mechanics with culinary creativity. Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator offers a satirical take on trading mechanics from the perspective of an alien day trader. Cardburners is a fast-paced card game with multiple modes for solo or online multiplayer. Cassette Boy features puzzle mechanics with an environment that players can rotate. Beatdown City Survivors combines bullet heaven elements with direct combat mechanics. Forbidden Solitaire adds horror elements to the classic card game format with roguelike mechanics. Replaced features a noir-inspired cyberpunk narrative with 3D environments and pixel art. You Have Billions Invested in Generative AI is a free-to-play indie game that satirizes technology investment.

AppWizard

June 15, 2026

This week in PC games: a trio of surreal shooters, a big Stellaris expansion, and a new RPG from Octopath Traveller devs

This week features the Steam Next Fest, showcasing numerous game demos and playtests. Notable new game releases include: - Stellaris: Nomads: Introduces migrant civilizations with planet-scale spaceships in a 4X strategy game. - Day Trade Coach: A stock market trading simulator with a live news feed and professional trading terminal interface. - Mole: Players pilot a drill guided by whispers from the deceased in a whimsical setting. - Alaric: A "boomer shooter" with metroidvania design elements. - Copa City: A football management game set in 2026, focusing on the chaos of fan influx. - GoblinAmerica: An early access FPS where players embody US presidents to restore order and rewrite history. - The Last Salvage Squad: Features anime robots battling UFOs. - A four-dimensional chess game concept. Additional noteworthy titles include: - R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos: A remastered collection of turn-based PSP R-Type games. - The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales: An action-RPG with "2D-HD" graphics by veterans of Octopath Traveller. - Mech Spa: A nurturing game focused on mechs. - Mythic Love: Iberian Legends: An otome visual novel exploring Iberian folklore. - The Quiet Things: An autobiographical narrative addressing childhood trauma. - Moon River: A short RPG where players navigate a river revealed by moonlight, marking its full release. The Treehouse team is engaged in various activities, including urban adventures, exploring fungal brains, and artistic projects.

AppWizard

April 20, 2026

Crimson Desert is so packed with weird systems and quirks that it can be a struggle to remember them all—which is why we’ve made a quiz about everything from the stock market to space

Crimson Desert features a variety of eccentric elements that engage players, prompting the creation of a quiz to test knowledge on its unique aspects. The quiz includes ten multiple-choice questions covering topics such as health bars, unconventional currencies, mounts, and the game's expansive map. Even experienced gamers find the quiz challenging, with few achieving a perfect score. Players are encouraged to share their results in the comments.

Winsage

April 16, 2026

Microsoft Overhauls Windows Update for First Time in 15 Years Starting April

Microsoft is transforming its Windows Update system, starting in April, marking the most significant overhaul in over 15 years. The new system will centralize the management of operating system patches, drivers, and application updates, aiming to enhance user experience by simplifying the update process and improving reliability. Users will experience fewer interruptions, as updates will be consolidated into a single restart cycle, and updates will be scheduled during idle times to minimize disruptions. The update system will also expand support for driver and hardware updates. This transformation aligns with Microsoft's long-term vision for AI-enhanced PCs and cloud-integrated systems, enabling scalable updates for AI features and improving compliance for enterprise users. The rollout will begin gradually in April to mitigate risks associated with compatibility and execution.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

Bargain PC Bundle Drops 15 Games to $1 Each, Including 98% Classic

Humble Bundle is celebrating its 15th anniversary by offering a collection of 15 curated games for a total price of £7.41, with a retail value of £118.46. The games have positive ratings between 72% and 98% on Steam and support Comic Relief, a UK charity. Notable titles include: - Rocket Rat: A whimsical game priced at £4.99. - Necroking: A turn-based tactics game with an 84% positive rating. - Kingsgrave: A dark fantasy RPG with a 72% positive rating. - Janosik: A retro-style action platformer with a 96% positive rating. - Pile Up! Box by Box: A 3D puzzle platformer with a 95% positive rating. - Lunark: A cinematic platformer with an 86% positive rating. - Distraint Deluxe Edition: A psychological horror game with a 93% positive rating. - Distraint 2: A sequel to Distraint Deluxe Edition with a 96% positive rating. - Orten Was The Case: A puzzle/adventure game with a 98% positive rating. - The Invisible Hand: A game about stock market manipulation, normally priced at £9.99. - Technotopia: A city-building and deck-building game. - Dropsy: Warm Damp Hug Edition: A point-and-click adventure game. - ION Shift: A first-person shooter. - Undead West: A bullet-hell game with a supernatural narrative. - Janosik 2: A sequel to Janosik with enhanced gameplay. - Glitchhikers: The Spaces Between: A meditative journey game. The bundle is available until April 15, and all game keys must be redeemed before April 15, 2027.

AppWizard

February 18, 2026

Is Marathon coming to Game Pass?

Marathon will not be available on Game Pass at launch, as Bungie has stated it is a "premium" offering across all platforms. Players should expect to pay for Marathon, with the price set at .99. Xbox console users will need a Game Pass Core subscription to access the game. A Marathon Server Slam event will allow players to experience the game for free before making a purchase.

AppWizard

February 16, 2026

Tredixo Officially Launches Its Android App on the Google Play Store

Tredixo has launched an Android app aimed at providing simplified and structured trading education. The app is designed to address common challenges faced by learners, such as overwhelming information and lack of beginner-friendly guidance. It features beginner-friendly content covering stock market basics, technical analysis, trading psychology, and risk management. The app also offers market updates, trading tools, and a user-friendly interface for easy navigation. It is tailored for beginners, students, new traders, and working professionals seeking to learn about trading at their convenience. Tredixo emphasizes a learning-first approach to trading, promoting knowledge, discipline, and practical application. Future plans include additional learning modules and improved features. The app is available for download on the Google Play Store.

Winsage

October 6, 2025

Microsoft releases biggest Windows 11 upgrade of the year just days before it will kill-off Windows 10

Microsoft is concluding support for Windows 10, urging users to upgrade to Windows 11 before the final update is released. The latest Windows 11 update, version 25H2, introduces new features, including a revamped Start Menu with pinned apps and recommendations for recently opened documents, integration of Phone Link for managing mobile interactions, customizable lock screen options, an upgraded File Explorer with a "Recommended" area, and a self-repair function called Quick Machine Recovery. Windows 10 will cease receiving free updates on October 14, 2025, raising security concerns for users. Windows 11 requires specific hardware compatibility, including a 64-bit processor, a minimum of 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, UEFI firmware with Secure Boot, and TPM version 2.0 for installation.

AppWizard

October 5, 2025

These 5 apps help me hit my financial goals, stress free

- YNAB (You Need a Budget) helps users track and allocate funds by assigning every dollar a specific purpose, with a subscription cost of .99 per month. - Interactive Brokers (IBKR) is a brokerage platform that offers access to global stock markets and provides tools for analysis, efficient customer support, and seamless transactions. - Koyfin allows users to create watchlists, track market fluctuations, and access financial records of companies, with paid plans starting at per month for additional features. - MarketWatch provides timely updates on market movements, economic indicators, and corporate earnings reports, with premium content available through subscription. - Gemini offers insights into daily trading activities and features a Guided Learning tool to help users understand financial concepts, although it may be challenging for beginners.

AppWizard

August 26, 2025

This week in PC games: a MGS3 remake, new Blumhouse horror and some freshly peeled spaceships

The Maw has consumed another Monday, and a recent article about a "bank holiday" was a public relations strategy to prevent a stock market downturn. Mark has been on a theoretical holiday since last Wednesday but is actually marooned in the Cretaceous period. James is in a state of limbo, neither at Gamescom nor back at his desk. New PC game releases include: 1. NG Y' STOOD L' SAND OT GN'TH: A cosmic horror experience. 2. Pizza Bandit: A shooter combining culinary creativity with alien defense. 3. Watertight: A free horror adventure set in a troubled submarine exploring the Titanic wreck. 4. good: A minigame collection about a teenager avoiding education. 5. The Supper: New Blood: A point-and-click adventure with a dinner party theme. 6. Pixel Starships 2: An MMO for designing and managing spaceships. 7. Eyes Of Hellfire: A haunted house experience published by Blumhouse. 8. Neon Village: A hybrid game blending match-3, town-building, and roguelike elements. 9. Shinobi: Art Of Vengeance: A revival of a classic Sega side-scroller. The author plans to work on an interview-driven feature and a piece on liminality, while James is expected to handle impressions articles and interviews. Mark may return to regular updates and a review if he escapes his situation.