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January 27, 2026

Here’s an early look at how app lock and other Android 17 changes are coming together

Recent screenshots have revealed upcoming features of Android 17, including a translucent volume bar designed to enhance visual aesthetics, an app locking feature for improved privacy and security, and updated screen recording tools adapted for smartphones. Users will be able to lock apps by long-pressing their icons, and the new screen recording interface aims to streamline the process for easier use.

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January 9, 2026

Minecraft is Redefining the Look of Baby Mobs in 26.1 Snapshot 2 –

Mojang has released the 26.1 Snapshot 2 for Minecraft, the first Java Edition snapshot of the year. This update includes significant visual upgrades, particularly for baby mobs, enhancing the game's aesthetics. It also features various audio and gameplay enhancements for a more immersive experience. Additionally, several technical improvements have been made to enhance the game's stability and performance.

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January 8, 2026

Minecraft’s getting cuter baby animals whose single pixel eyes you can stare into as you nudge them into lava

Minecraft is introducing an update that features uniquely designed baby farm animal mobs, including baby pigs, calves, baby chickens, baby ocelots, lambs, and baby rabbits. The update includes nine different wolf pups and eleven distinct kitten types, all with new textures, models, and single pixel eyes. Players can enjoy custom sounds for these animals and craftable name tags to personalize their experience. The update is available for preview in Minecraft's Bedrock Edition and as snapshots in Java Edition.

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December 31, 2025

Worst Optimized PC Games of 2025

As of 2025, the following PC games are noted for their poor optimization: 7) Rise of the Ronin: Criticized for high GPU demands that do not justify the visuals, resulting in a chaotic experience on Ultra Settings. 6) Double Fine’s Keeper: Requires players to lower settings to Medium to achieve smooth 60FPS at Native 4K, despite its striking art style. 5) The Outer Worlds 2: Nearly unplayable with Ray Tracing enabled; struggles on mid-range PCs due to heavy reliance on few CPU cores, with stuttering issues and unimpressive graphics. 4) Borderlands 4: While a recent update has improved performance for GPUs with 8GB of VRAM, it still suffers from stutters and high GPU requirements. 3) Monster Hunter Wilds: Continues to face significant performance problems despite a recent update and promises for future improvements. 2) Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2: Experiences severe stuttering that can render it unplayable, with only minor hotfixes provided. 1) Oblivion Remastered: Plagued by stutters and bugs, with no updates since April, despite visual upgrades.

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November 30, 2025

Tough-as-nails action adventure game, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is down to its lowest ever price for the Black Friday weekend

Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is the enhanced version of the 2008 action-adventure game, featuring improvements from Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2. Fanatical is offering a 51% discount on this game for one day during Black Friday weekend. The game is known for its challenging gameplay and engaging combat mechanics, making it a suitable entry point for newcomers to the series. It includes refined enemy behavior, additional modes, visual upgrades, and technical enhancements. The offer is a limited-time flash deal, lasting only 24 hours.

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November 28, 2025

If you’ve left Castor Woods behind, the new Dying Light The Beast update gives you some very good reasons to return

Patch 1.4 for Dying Light introduces Legend Levels and New Game Plus (NG+), allowing players to replay the main storyline with increased difficulty while retaining gear and character progression. Players can earn Legend XP after reaching the maximum character level, which can be used for passive upgrades. The patch enhances graphical fidelity with ray tracing support for PC players and addresses over 70 graphical issues across all platforms. It includes more than 200 gameplay improvements, particularly in parkour navigation. A new login bonus offers the Bloody Bowie Knife until December 2, and a double XP event runs until November 30.

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November 8, 2025

Surviving Mars: Relaunched is a solid but inessential remaster for one of the best city builders around, but I’m extremely excited about what comes next

Surviving Mars: Relaunched is a remaster of the original game released in 2018 by Haemimont Games and Paradox Interactive, which received positive reviews and an 80% rating. The remaster includes significant enhancements, such as improved underground maps, a refined train system, and quality-of-life improvements. A new engine has been developed to enhance visuals and performance, allowing for future DLC without the constraints of the original game. Upcoming expansions include Feeding the Future, focusing on food production, and Machine Utopia, introducing automated colonies. The Martian Assembly expansion is included from the start, allowing players to pass laws for benefits and choose political systems. The relaunch aims to attract both new players and previous ones, although the value for seasoned players may be less clear due to the upgrade fee.

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October 24, 2025

Play Football Manager 26 early and score a goal with this major discount

Football Manager 26 is set to be released on November 4, with early access available for .19 / £40.99. The game features new elements such as women's football, enhanced visuals due to a transition to Unity, and fully licensed Premier League kits and clubs. A pre-launch discount is offered for early access. The gameplay includes improved Match Day atmosphere and refined animations to simulate live football matches. New players may find the user interface cluttered, and the tutorial is brief. Players should check their PC's minimum specifications before playing.

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October 23, 2025

Fine, guess I’ll play another 200 hours of Plants Vs Zombies since the remaster is perfect for Steam Deck

The acquisition of PopCap by EA led to significant layoffs and a shift towards mobile game development, resulting in sequels like Plants vs. Zombies 2 and Peggle 2 that were not released on PC. The recent release of Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted features visual enhancements, new game modes, and minigames, including Cloudy Day mode and hardcore mode with permadeath. It includes bonus levels that reference the original game, creative challenges, and local multiplayer options. The game retains all original minigames, survival mode, and the Zen Garden, offering a comprehensive experience for fans.

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October 15, 2025

Like Android, YouTube gets more ‘expressive’ as an overhauled video player rolls out

YouTube is rolling out updates to enhance the video-watching experience, including a new video player that is more expressive and intuitive, a redesigned centrally located play/pause button, and a "threaded" comments system for better viewer interaction. The video-saving feature has been simplified for easier management. Additionally, YouTube is launching "YouTube Labs," allowing users to test upcoming features, starting with an experiment involving AI music hosts on YouTube Music.