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World of Tanks Heat is here, and the hero shooter-esque spin-off has five free tanks in it for you
AppWizard
May 27, 2026

World of Tanks Heat is here, and the hero shooter-esque spin-off has five free tanks in it for you

World of Tanks Heat officially launched after being unveiled at Gamescom, blending hero shooter elements with vehicular combat in a post-World War II setting. Players can customize tanks and engage in 5v5 and 10v10 battles with unique agents. The game design is 70% based on real tanks, with 30% creative elements. Wargaming has made Season 0 battle passes free, introducing weekly cosmetic items and unlockable tanks, starting with the XM1V. However, the game currently has a 'Mostly Negative' rating on Steam due to frequent crashes and bugs, despite smooth pre-launch testing.
Windows CE Ported to Nintendo 64
Winsage
May 18, 2026

Windows CE Ported to Nintendo 64

Throaty Mumbo successfully ran Windows CE 2.11 on the Nintendo 64 by leveraging the shared architecture of both systems, which are based on the MIPS R4000 processor family. The project involved a month of reverse engineering, using Microsoft toolchains, custom hardware modifications, and debugging techniques. An EverDrive flash cartridge was used to load custom ROMs, and a USB connection facilitated uploads from a PC. Challenges included crashes with the initial EverDrive cartridge, which were resolved by upgrading to the EverDrive-64 X7. A custom kernel clone was created to troubleshoot issues with the stock Windows CE kernel, ultimately allowing the project to revert to the unmodified version. The Nintendo 64 controller was repurposed as a mouse, and standard Windows CE applications could be launched from the desktop. Comprehensive build details are available on GitHub.
Crimson Desert уже почти взломана: сейчас пройдут тесты — и на торренты завтра
TrendTechie
March 20, 2026

Crimson Desert уже почти взломана: сейчас пройдут тесты — и на торренты завтра

Crimson Desert is an action-adventure game set in the continent of Piveil, where players control a character named Cliff on a quest to reclaim what has been lost and protect the realm. The game features an open-world design for exploration. It supports both AMD and Intel processors, offers enhanced stability for smoother gameplay, incorporates advanced security protocols for data protection, and simplifies the configuration process for easier setup.
Cara Ellison, senior narrative designer on Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 before Paradox switched developers, discusses her love of Troika's original RPG: 'Everyone on the team helped really make that maximum goth'
AppWizard
March 1, 2026

Cara Ellison, senior narrative designer on Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 before Paradox switched developers, discusses her love of Troika’s original RPG: ‘Everyone on the team helped really make that maximum goth’

Cara Ellison is a narrative designer whose journey in gaming began with a BBC Micro and the 1987 game Acheton. She has worked as a games journalist for publications like PC Gamer and transitioned into game design, contributing narratives to titles such as Dishonored 2, Void Bastards, God of War: Ragnarok, and Ghost Town. Her latest project is Sleight of Hand, a deckbuilding stealth game inspired by Metal Gear Solid and Vampire: The Masquerade—Bloodlines. She has a fondness for the original Vampire: The Masquerade—Bloodlines, despite its technical challenges, and has logged 103 hours in Kentucky Route Zero. Ellison keeps Sunless Sea installed on both her work and personal computers, appreciating its narrative depth. For her writing, she uses Scrivener, which she utilized for Void Bastards. Her desktop is relatively tidy, featuring a mix of business and leisure icons, with a wallpaper from Vertigo.
High on Life 2 review - skateboard-powered sequel is much easier to like than its painful predecessor
AppWizard
February 17, 2026

High on Life 2 review – skateboard-powered sequel is much easier to like than its painful predecessor

High on Life 2, the sequel to Squanch Games' first-person shooter, features advancements despite ongoing technical issues. Players return as an intergalactic bounty hunter following the defeat of the G3 cartel, now tasked with dismantling Rhea Pharmaceutical. The game introduces a variety of missions involving eccentric billionaires and mad scientists, with a notable mission set on a convention planet. The gameplay includes skateboarding, enhancing movement and combat. The sequel's tone is improved, with better character development and less abrasive humor, although the shooting mechanics remain lacking. Technical challenges persist, including significant bugs, but accessibility options have been added to enhance inclusivity.
Windows PCs ‘Suddenly’ Fail After Microsoft’s New Update
Winsage
January 26, 2026

Windows PCs ‘Suddenly’ Fail After Microsoft’s New Update

Microsoft has acknowledged an issue where certain devices fail to boot, resulting in a Black Screen of Death (BSOD) with the stop code UNMOUNTABLEBOOTVOLUME, affecting users of Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 who installed the KB5074109 update. This update was intended to address numerous security vulnerabilities. Users encountering the 0xED error code may face system corruption or hardware failures, and while Windows Recovery is usually effective, it may fail in some cases, requiring a clean installation of Windows using an ISO file. Microsoft describes the reports as limited but acknowledges the potential for the issue to expand as more users report their experiences.
Make 2026 the year you cancel subscriptions for good — MS Office is a flat $35
Winsage
January 11, 2026

Make 2026 the year you cancel subscriptions for good — MS Office is a flat $35

Microsoft Office Professional 2021 is available for a one-time purchase of .97, reduced from its regular price of 9.99. This purchase provides a lifetime license for essential applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. The offer eliminates ongoing subscription fees and includes instant license delivery and complimentary customer support.
How I Fell Back In Love With Minecraft After 10 Years Away
AppWizard
January 3, 2026

How I Fell Back In Love With Minecraft After 10 Years Away

The author first played Minecraft in 2010 and was captivated by its charm, comparing it to a digital Lego set. Over time, they drifted away from the game due to burnout and political controversies surrounding its creator, Markus “Notch” Persson. The author visited Mojang in March 2011 when Minecraft had sold over a million copies, a figure that has since grown to over 350 million. Persson's demeanor changed after the game's acquisition by Microsoft for .5 billion in 2014 and the emergence of GamerGate, leading to the author's negative feelings towards the game. The Donut SMP server, created by YouTuber DrDonut, peaked at nearly 46,000 players in a single day and features an in-game economy where players can buy and sell resources. The author's son initially sought a Minecraft Realm for his classmates but later requested to join the Donut SMP server after tensions arose in the Realm. The author, initially hesitant, found common ground with their son on the server, leading to collaborative gameplay that involved resource gathering and crafting. They created a secret base and automated systems, learning about supply and demand in the game's market. This experience rekindled the author's joy in Minecraft and strengthened their bond with their son.
Syncthing Android App Ends in 2024: Community Forks Tackle Google Hurdles
AppWizard
December 8, 2025

Syncthing Android App Ends in 2024: Community Forks Tackle Google Hurdles

Syncthing, an open-source file synchronization tool, faced discontinuation of its official Android app in late 2024 due to Google's strict Play Store policies and lack of maintenance. In response, the community developed the Syncthing-Fork as an alternative, which integrates the core Syncthing engine and offers enhancements for Android users. The fork's development is now maintained under the researchxxl/syncthing-android repository on GitHub, addressing issues like file synchronization problems caused by Android's battery optimization features. Users have reported sync failures during device sleep, prompting discussions on workarounds. The fork has received positive feedback for its regular updates and compatibility with other tools, although challenges remain, such as intermittent issues with larger file transfers. Community involvement has been crucial for ongoing development, with contributors exploring new features and improvements. The fork is also available on F-Droid, providing an open-source distribution option.
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