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AppWizard

December 3, 2025

Here’s a list of PC games coming to Xbox Game Pass in December, many now available on the cheaper tiers

Microsoft is set to release a variety of games on Xbox Game Pass in December 2025, with many transitioning from the Ultimate tier to the Premium tier. The games include: - December 2: Lost Records: Bloom & Rage (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 3: Monster Train 2 (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 3: Spray Paint Simulator (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 4: 33 Immortals (Game Preview) (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 4: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 4: Routine (Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass) - December 9: A Game About Digging A Hole (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 9: Death Howl (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 9: Dome Keeper (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 10: Mortal Kombat 1 (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) - December 11: Bratz: Rhythm & Style (Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass) Routine is exclusively available to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers. The subscription pricing is as follows: - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate – .99/month - Xbox Game Pass Premium – .99/month - Xbox Game Pass Essential – .99/month - PC Game Pass – .49/month New games recently added include CloverPit, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Total Chaos, and Young Suns, with the latter being a Day One title on Ultimate and PC Game Pass. The Essential tier has also added Stellaris, World War Z: Aftermath, and Medieval Dynasty.

AppWizard

October 13, 2025

Should You Cancel Xbox Game Pass? Everything to Know on the Price Hikes and New Features

Microsoft overhauled the Xbox Game Pass structure on October 1, transitioning from four tiers to a new framework with the Core tier rebranded as Essential and Standard as Premium, while Ultimate retained its name. The Essential tier's monthly fee remains at .99, but Premium increased by 25% to .99, the PC-only plan rose by 38% to .49, and Ultimate saw a 50% increase to .99. Despite these price hikes, Microsoft introduced enhancements such as cloud gaming across all tiers, an expanded library for Essential (from 25 to over 50 games) and Premium (from around 50 to over 200 games), and Ultimate subscribers gaining access to over 400 games and day-one releases. The changes have led to a surge in cancellations among users, causing the membership site to crash.

Winsage

September 13, 2025

The best tool to run Windows on a Mac just got a huge price drop

Parallels Desktop allows users to run virtual machines on Mac, supporting Windows, Linux, and additional macOS instances. Currently, there is a 35% discount on any subscription tier in celebration of the latest version's release, which is compatible with macOS Tahoe. The software has a user-friendly setup and offers a 14-day trial for potential users. The Standard Edition meets basic needs, while higher-tier options are available for more intensive applications. The promotion is time-sensitive.

Winsage

September 13, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6682 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.6682 (KB5065782) has been released to the Beta Channel for Windows 11, version 24H2. The update includes new features such as a redesigned Copilot prompt box, visual animations for Click to Do, and new action tags in the context menu. The Emoji 16.0 release introduces new emojis, including Face with Bags Under Eyes and Fingerprint. Improvements for Xbox game controllers include a short press of the Xbox button opening Game Bar. Enhancements to Narrator focus on smoother document navigation and clearer announcements. Advanced Settings are being reintroduced, and a SCOOBE screen will notify users of subscription issues. Fixes include resolving hibernation bugchecks, improving taskbar reliability, and addressing issues in File Explorer and the Start menu. Known issues include problems with Click to Do visuals and media controls on the lock screen. The Microsoft Store update includes new AI Hub features and the ability to launch apps directly from product pages.

AppWizard

August 27, 2025

Xbox Insiders On Cheaper Game Pass Tiers Can Now Stream More Cloud Games And Access PC Versions of (Some of) the Games They Own

Starting today, Xbox Insiders can explore updates within Xbox Game Pass that enhance streaming and gaming across more devices. Subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Core or Standard can now access the Xbox Cloud Gaming Beta, allowing them to play PC versions of select titles on a PC or Windows handheld device. Users can stream cloud playable games included in their subscription and select titles they own. Xbox Game Pass allows subscribers to stream games on various smart devices and consoles, with members able to play new games on release day and access a vast catalog of titles. Earlier this year, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members gained the ability to stream certain games directly to their consoles without downloads.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Spotify may finally launch lossless audio after years of delays

Recent updates in the Spotify app (version 1.2.66) indicate the upcoming introduction of a lossless audio feature, which is expected to be exclusive to Spotify Premium subscribers and support high-resolution playback up to 24-bit/44.1 kHz. The app's code and user interface reference this capability, aligning with earlier reports of a new subscription tier called Music Pro, which will offer high-quality audio streaming along with additional features like remixing tools and concert ticket access. Despite the anticipation for lossless streaming since its announcement in 2021, Spotify has not yet rolled out this feature, but recent developments suggest a focus on high-fidelity audio.