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May 28, 2026

‘Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4’ developer promises PC focus — Infinity Ward promises extensive optimization and is dropping older consoles

Infinity Ward has announced performance optimizations and graphical enhancements for the PC version of Modern Warfare 4, emphasizing a focus on PC gaming. The developer will no longer support older console generations, limiting compatibility to PlayStation 5/Pro, Xbox Series X/S, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game is designed to leverage the capabilities of current-generation hardware, promising a significant improvement in visual quality as it is built natively for these systems.

Winsage

May 28, 2026

The new DLC for The Witcher 3 will not be compatible with Windows 10

CD Projekt Red has updated the system requirements for The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, now mandating Windows 11 and discontinuing testing for Windows 10. While the game will still function on Windows 10, stable performance cannot be assured for future updates. The expansion will not be available on older consoles like PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, and will launch only on modern platforms. Players on Windows 10 will have the option to revert to the existing version of The Witcher 3 if needed. The release is scheduled for 2027.

AppWizard

May 28, 2026

This secure email service just gave me a real reason to ditch Gmail

Proton Mail now allows users to import Gmail emails directly into the app, enabling them to send emails from their Gmail address within Proton Mail. This feature removes trackers and ads from emails, enhancing user privacy. Users can link their Gmail accounts through the Easy Switch section in Proton Mail settings, and Proton assures that this connection does not give Google access to their Proton Mail inbox. Emails exchanged between linked Gmail accounts using Proton Mail can achieve end-to-end encryption, preventing Google from using email interactions for advertising profiling. However, Google can still access emails that remain in Gmail inboxes. The rollout of this feature is currently underway for Proton Mail users.

AppWizard

May 28, 2026

These are the 5 popular apps I switched to this year

Many users are reevaluating their daily applications in favor of alternatives that prioritize user experience and data security. Proton Unlimited is a suite of tools that replaces several Google services, including Proton Mail as a private alternative to Gmail, Proton Drive as a substitute for Google Drive, Photos, and Docs, and includes Proton Calendar, VPN, Authenticator, and Pass, all designed with privacy in mind. Brave is a browser that prioritizes user privacy and maintains a similar interface to Chrome, supporting Chrome extensions and requiring no additional configuration for privacy settings, although it occasionally misidentifies non-ad content as ads. Claude is a chatbot that emphasizes data security and offers features like Artifacts for app creation, while organizing conversations for better usability, though it lacks some functionalities found in competitors like Gemini. Inoreader is an RSS reader that allows users to curate their news feeds according to personal preferences, offering a free version with limitations that do not significantly impede the user experience. Obsidian is a note-taking application that emphasizes offline capabilities and user privacy, providing a flexible alternative to Notion and Evernote, with a clean interface and basic functionalities accessible for beginners.

AppWizard

May 28, 2026

Android Auto just made switching media apps way less annoying

Google is updating Android Auto to support multiple swipeable media cards on the dashboard, allowing users to easily switch between active media applications. The latest beta version (17.0.162144-release.daily) enables users to swipe through various media options like Spotify, YouTube Music, Pocket Casts, and Audible, improving the user experience compared to the previous single-card limitation. This feature is currently available to beta testers, indicating a potential broader rollout in the future.

AppWizard

May 28, 2026

‘007 First Light’: How To Buy Video Game Online, PS5, Xbox, PC

James Bond returns to gaming with “007 First Light” after a 15-year hiatus. The game is available exclusively on Amazon for .99 and is compatible with Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. A Nintendo Switch 2 version will launch on September 30. The “Specialist Edition” includes a classic tuxedo skin for Bond. There are two premium options: the “Collector’s Edition” for .99, which includes a life-sized mask, and the “Legacy Edition” for .99, featuring a replica of the Golden Gun. Directed by Hakan Abrak and Martin Emborg, the game is a prequel focusing on a 26-year-old James Bond, played by Patrick Gibson, and includes diverse locations like Slovakia, Mauritania, Vietnam, and Antarctica. The cast features Lennie James, Priyanga Burford, Alastair Mackenzie, Kiera Lester, Gemma Chan, Lenny Kravitz, and Noémie Naka. The game is available through major retailers including Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and GameStop.

AppWizard

May 28, 2026

Dragon Quest XII finally resurfaces with its first trailer as a new Monsters game heads to Xbox and PC

Dragon Quest 12 has been officially renamed from "Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate" to "Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams." A new trailer has been released, showcasing the game's visuals and art direction. Additionally, a new installment in the Dragon Quest Monsters series, titled "Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World," is in development and will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game will feature younger versions of characters Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride.

Winsage

May 28, 2026

Microsoft’s GitHub bans security researcher who posted zero-day Windows exploits because company ‘ruined their life’ — expert claims action is vindictive and promises further retaliation

Researcher Nightmare-Eclipse, also known as Chaotic Eclipse, has had their GitHub account banned by Microsoft, leading them to move their operations to GitLab. Microsoft also deleted Eclipse's Microsoft account used for reporting vulnerabilities. Eclipse claims that they have not received any financial rewards from Microsoft's bug bounty program, despite having reported multiple zero-day vulnerabilities. They possess a portfolio of six zero-day exploits and have hinted at revealing more on July 14. Eclipse has criticized Microsoft for their handling of vulnerability reports and suggested that the company's recent requirement for video evidence of exploits has contributed to tensions. Microsoft has not commented on the specifics of the situation. Eclipse's zero-day exploits include BlueHammer, RedSun, UnDefend, GreenPlasma, MiniPlasma, and YellowKey, with BlueHammer, RedSun, and UnDefend confirmed as actively exploited in the wild.

AppWizard

May 27, 2026

Two Brilliant-Looking Indie Games Come Out This Week

IO Interactive is releasing 007 First Light, while indie titles Mina the Hollower and Enter the Chronosphere are also launching. Mina the Hollower is developed by Yacht Club Games and features a mouse navigating dungeons with challenges inspired by Castlevania and Zelda. Enter the Chronosphere is a sci-fi turn-based bullet hell roguelike from Effort Star, noted for its psychedelic art style and positive early reviews. Release dates include: - May 25: Paralives, Enter the Chronosphere (early access), EMUUROM, Jump King Quest, RUNNING TRAIN - May 26: Stonemachia, Town to City (1.0), World of Tanks: Heat, Birushana: Winds of Fate, LumenTale: Memories of Trey, Romestead, Realm of Ink, Tower of Babel: Survivors of Chaos, Teamfight Manager 2 - May 27: 007 First Light, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5 (port), Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered, Starminer - May 28: Amanda the Adventurer 3, Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen, Clockfall, Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten, Schrödinger’s Call, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (port), Stray (port), Touhou Yukkuri Mountain, Scale the Depths, STARDUST: Wish of Witch - May 29: Little Nightmares II Enhanced Edition (port), Mina the Hollower

AppWizard

May 27, 2026

Console and PC players can try Resident Evil Requiem for free from today

Capcom has released a demo for Resident Evil Requiem, which will be available in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. The demo allows players to experience the game's early stages, but save data will not transfer to the full version. Since its release in February, Resident Evil Requiem has sold 7 million copies in two months, making it the fastest-selling game in the series. The game sold 5 million copies in its first week and reached 6 million shortly after. The previous record for 7 million sales was held by Resident Evil 4 (2023), which took over a year to achieve. The best-selling title in the franchise is the 2019 remake of Resident Evil 2, with 16.8 million copies sold, followed by Resident Evil 7 at 16.4 million, Resident Evil Village at 13.5 million, and the 2023 remake of Resident Evil 4 at 12.2 million.