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January 29, 2026

Windows 11’s Gaming Gains Overshadowed by Stability Crisis: Performance Tests Reveal a Troubled Transition

Microsoft's Windows 11 version 24H2 shows performance improvements in gaming, with frame rate enhancements ranging from 2% to 8% across various titles, particularly benefiting newer DirectX 12 games. However, users report significant stability issues, including Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors, crashes during gameplay, and compatibility problems with certain hardware and software. These issues affect a wide range of systems, suggesting systemic challenges rather than isolated incidents. The operating system's hardware compatibility requirements, such as TPM 2.0 support, have also limited upgrade eligibility for many users. Microsoft has acknowledged specific issues related to Intel and AMD processors, antivirus software conflicts, and outdated drivers. Despite ongoing patch deployments, user frustration persists due to the slow pace of fixes. The stability concerns have led some businesses to delay Windows 11 24H2 deployments, prioritizing reliability over performance gains. The driver ecosystem's lag in updates from hardware manufacturers has further complicated stability. The gaming community remains divided, with many users opting to stay on Windows 10 due to these stability risks.

AppWizard

January 16, 2026

Minecraft inspired Hytale starts 2026 with a comeback story, becoming the most popular game on Twitch hours after entering Early Access

Hytale was developed by Hypixel Studios, established in 2018 as a spinoff of the Hypixel server. The game features procedurally generated biomes with unique quests and monsters. In 2020, Hypixel Studios partnered with Riot Games, which later acquired the studio. However, in July 2025, Riot Games announced the cancellation of Hytale due to escalating costs. In November 2025, Hypixel Studios regained the rights to the game. Hytale entered Early Access on January 13, 2026, with pre-purchases ensuring development funding for at least two years. Upon release, it peaked at over 420,000 viewers on Twitch, although viewership dropped to just under 100,000 by January 14.

AppWizard

January 5, 2026

Rainbow Six Siege X seemingly compromised again as players hit with brain rot-inspired 67-day ‘bans’

Ubisoft's Rainbow Six Siege X has experienced multiple security breaches, leading to the game being taken offline, a server rollback, and a temporary marketplace shutdown. Following a significant hack that flooded players with in-game currency, a subsequent incident involved players receiving false notifications of in-game bans for harassment, with absurd durations like 67 days. Players also encountered modified messages mimicking standard reporting notifications. The official server status page indicates ongoing authentication and matchmaking outages, with connectivity marked as 'degraded.' Ubisoft has not yet provided a detailed response to these hacking attempts.

AppWizard

December 29, 2025

The year of Minecraft: How Jack Black’s block-tastic video game adaptation started the most chaotic cinema trend of 2025

A Minecraft Movie was released on April 4, 2025, featuring Jack Black as Steve and other characters navigating the Minecraft world. The film generated significant fan engagement, with audiences cheering and celebrating during screenings, leading to some theaters requiring law enforcement to maintain order. A UK cinema banned children to curb disturbances. The film's success is attributed to Minecraft's large player base, with 1.4 million active players daily and over 50 million annual logins. The landscape of video game adaptations has improved, with successful examples like HBO's The Last of Us and Prime Video's Fallout. A sequel to A Minecraft Movie is scheduled for release on July 23, 2027, alongside other adaptations like The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and a Street Fighter reboot.

AppWizard

December 28, 2025

Rainbow Six Siege is under siege by hackers, Ubisoft forced to take all servers offline — players randomly received billions of credits, ultra-exclusive skins, and bans or unbans

Ubisoft has taken all Rainbow Six Siege servers offline due to a significant breach that has compromised the game's backend. The incident was confirmed on December 27 at approximately 9:10 AM EST, leading to an Unplanned Outage across all platforms. Players have reported receiving 2 billion R6 credits, Renown, exclusive developer-only skins, and the Glacier weapon skin. Additionally, numerous accounts, including those of high-profile streamers, have experienced random bans and unbans. Players are advised to remain offline and update their passwords as a precaution. The full extent of the breach is still unclear, marking it as one of the most impactful disruptions in recent gaming history.

Winsage

December 14, 2025

My top 17 Windows 11 features introduced in 2025 — personal picks from cleaner UI experiences to major PC gaming upgrades

- Windows 11 received numerous enhancements in 2025 through monthly cumulative updates. - The revamped Start menu consolidates Pinned, Recommended, and All sections into a single scrollable interface, allowing up to eight pinned items per row. - The Recommended section can showcase up to six app and file suggestions, with an option to disable it. - The All section organizes apps by category by default, with options for grid or list view. - A redesigned Widgets board integrates a new settings page, allowing users to select which board opens by default. - Users can customize Lock Screen widgets through a new section under Personalization. - A new setting allows users to reposition on-screen hardware indicators for brightness and volume. - A dedicated page for Virtual Workspaces in the Settings app centralizes virtualization controls. - Users can opt for smaller icons on the Taskbar for a more compact arrangement of app buttons. - A new sharing shortcut allows users to send files to compatible apps directly from recent file icons. - An option to disable the "Drag Tray" has been added in the Nearby Sharing settings. - The Notification Center now supports a large clock with seconds and multiple clocks. - The Windows Hello interface has been redesigned with animations for better user engagement. - Support for third-party passkey providers has been integrated into Windows Hello. - A new security feature, Administrator Protection, adds an authentication prompt for actions requiring elevation. - Quick Machine Recovery is designed to repair the operating system during boot failures. - Windows Backup now supports local file transfers during new device setup. - The Xbox Full Screen Experience has been tailored for handheld gaming devices. - A battery percentage display has been added to the Taskbar, along with new battery iconography. - Multi-stream support for cameras allows multiple applications to access the same camera feed simultaneously.

AppWizard

December 10, 2025

A free Arc Raiders cosmetic is up for grabs thanks to Nvidia, but you’ll need to be quick as there’s a limited supply

Players in Arc Raiders can earn a variety of cosmetics through gameplay, with additional free gear available via the Nvidia app. A new backpack item, the Emerald Wave Electrician Backpack, will be available for claim starting Thursday, December 11 at 6am PT / 9am ET / 2pm GMT / 3PM CET. Players must launch the Nvidia app, navigate to the 'redeem' section, and link it to their Embark profile to secure the item, which will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The backpack features a vibrant green hue and is a reskin of the existing Electrician Backpack.

AppWizard

December 4, 2025

Slipknot’s Clown launches his own “surreal” ‘Minecraft’ world

Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan has launched a unique Minecraft world called Vernearth, which features an evolving narrative and various game modes. Vernearth is described as a "surreal landscape built from over 100 million blocks," inhabited by guardians known as Mind Stewards. It includes four game modes: 1. Oblivion - a survival world blending realism with Clown's artistic vision. 2. The Arena - a multiplayer fighting space for competition. 3. Plotworld - a creative space for building and social activities, including contests. 4. Challenge Mode - a seasonal hardcore game with a new Slipknot theme every 45 days. Vernearth aims to appeal to a diverse audience, including explorers, builders, streamers, and competitive players. Clown emphasizes the importance of embracing technology and change, expressing optimism about the future of Slipknot and ongoing work on new music with their new drummer, Eloy Casagrande.

AppWizard

December 4, 2025

How to watch the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted Powered by Xbox Game Pass on December 4

The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted Powered by Xbox Game Pass will showcase the latest titles in PC gaming, featuring a selection process by over 120 industry experts who vote on 100 games to determine the 25 Most Wanted titles. This year's longlist includes games like Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Resident Evil Requiem, and 007 First Light. The event will be streamed on platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, X, Facebook, GamesRadar+, Ginx TV, Steam, and Bilibili, with localized subtitles in multiple languages. Popular streamers will provide live commentary, and a pre-show will air 30 minutes before the main event.

AppWizard

December 4, 2025

Slipknot’s Shawn “Clown” Crahan Unveils New Minecraft Realm Vernearth

Shawn Crahan, known as "Clown" from Slipknot, has launched a Minecraft server called Vernearth, featuring a landscape made from over 100 million blocks. The server includes four major game modes: Oblivion, PVP/Event, Plotworld, and Challenge Mode, designed to cater to various player styles. Vernearth also has a Season Mode with three phases: Season 1 ("The Heretic Anthem"), Season 2 ("The Dying Song"), and Season 3 ("Friend or Foe?"). Players can access Vernearth using the Minecraft Java Client 1.21.4 and engage with the community through an official Discord channel.