Soft & games news and updates for Desktop

04 Sep 2025

UAC Prompts Trigger Issues in Latest Windows Update

Microsoft confirms August 2025 updates cause UAC prompts and app install troubles on Windows, affecting non-admin users. A patch addressing Windows Installer vulnerability requires new UAC credentials, impacting several applications and user operations.

04 Sep 2025

Wordle Gains Momentum with Intriguing Daily Challenges

Wordle continues to captivate users with its engaging daily puzzles. Launched in 2021, the word game has become a global phenomenon, attracting players with its mix of challenge and simplicity.

03 Sep 2025

Jotunnslayer Embraces Hellish Heights with 1.0 Release

Jotunnslayer emerges from Early Access with exciting new content. This update features a giant dragon in Helheim, a new Kinslayer class, and more. Fans can now explore enriched gameplay at an attractive price, solidifying its standing in the gaming world.

03 Sep 2025

First Light: A New Era for 007 Gaming Experience

First Light offers a fresh take on James Bond gaming, blending fluid combat and stealth missions to create a dynamic and emotional experience.

03 Sep 2025

Steam Deck Users Raise Concerns Over Anti-Cheat Compatibility

Steam Deck faces compatibility issues with Everybody's Golf Hot Shots due to kernel-level Easy Anti-Cheat, sparking concern among users.

03 Sep 2025

Dead Cells Crossover Enhances BlazBlue Entropy Experience

The new Dead Cells crossover enriches BlazBlue Entropy Effect, integrating iconic metroidvania elements. BlazBlue Entropy Effect is currently at a 35% discount on Steam, available individually or bundled with Dead Cells.

03 Sep 2025

Stellar Blade Sequel Enters Active Development Phase

Stellar Blade, the acclaimed sci-fi ARPG, has commenced development of its sequel, as confirmed in Shift Up's recent investor report. The new installment promises expanded gameplay and a broader universe, aiming to exceed its predecessor's success.

03 Sep 2025

Tempest Rising Update Introduces 3v3 Mode and Enhancements

Tempest Rising, a 2025 RTS by Slipgate Ironworks, receives a major update adding 3v3 play, a spectator mode, and single-player improvements. The update launches Tuesday, September 9. Features include live stats, new maps, key binding updates, and expanded color options to enhance gameplay.

03 Sep 2025

Silksong Gains Steam Deck Verification in Performance Boost

Silksong, now Steam Deck Verified, offers high performance on Valve's handheld without adjustments to graphics settings. The game's system demands are slightly higher than its predecessor, Hollow Knight, which remains a top choice among players.

03 Sep 2025

Humble Choice Offers Cost-Effective Game Selection for September

Humble Choice subscription presents seven games for September 2025, priced at $14.99, providing gamers with Steam Deck access and a significant savings on MSRP.

03 Sep 2025

Anno 117 Melds Cultural Choices with City-Building Strategy

In Anno 117, players navigate Roman and Celtic cultural paths, balancing city-building challenges and resource management for strategic depth.

03 Sep 2025

Anticipated Silksong Launch to Impact September Game Releases

Silksong launches after seven years, supporting ultrawide monitors up to 21:9. Excitement rises as developers consider avoiding its release window.

03 Sep 2025

Gaming School Expands Team to Foster Youth Engagement

Gaming School expands from 3 to 9 staff. More activities and support for young gamers with game-based learning focus. New hire will enhance customer success and communication.

03 Sep 2025

Wordle's Global Phenomenon Continues with Daily Challenges

Wordle, the popular word-guessing game, challenges players worldwide with daily puzzles. The latest answer was FETCH, continuing a trend of intriguing solutions.

03 Sep 2025

System Mechanic Enhances PC Performance and Security

System Mechanic by Iolo Technologies offers all-in-one PC optimization. Launched with features including antivirus protection, AI-powered repairs, and privacy safeguards, it serves up to 10 devices and ensures security and performance with a 30-day trial and 24/7 support.

02 Sep 2025

Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Offers Big Deals Ahead of New Release

Get Tiny Tina's Wonderlands and DLC at an 80% discount on Humble Bundle before Borderlands 4 arrives. Explore this underrated mix of FPS and fantasy, bringing new excitement to the series.

02 Sep 2025

Neyyah Launches as a Nostalgic Journey in Sci-Fi Adventure

Neyyah, developed by Defy Reality Entertainment, brings back the essence of 1990s puzzle adventures. It combines Myst-like challenges and full-motion video storytelling, offering players a nostalgic sci-fi quest. Available on Steam for $19.99 with a launch discount.

02 Sep 2025

Arena Breakout Set for Release on Major Platforms in 2025

Arena Breakout is launching on Steam and Epic Games Store. The game, popular for its authentic gunplay, releases on September 15, 2025, with new features and anti-cheat measures.

02 Sep 2025

WatchDog Used in Cyber Attacks by Silver Fox Targeting East Asia

WatchDog antimalware has been misused by Silver Fox group to bypass security and deploy malware on devices in East Asia, according to Check Point Research.

02 Sep 2025

Stellaris Unveils New DLC with Spiritual Gameplay Elements

Stellaris' upcoming DLC, Shadows of the Shroud, introduces unique space religion mechanics. Set to release on September 22, players will explore spiritual entities and strategic psionic powers influenced by the Shroud.

02 Sep 2025

Silksong Map Details New Locations and Features

The Silksong map reveals new Pharloom locations and key features, aiding players in navigating the game and uncovering secrets.

02 Sep 2025

Valheim Developers Hint at Possible Viking Battle Royale Mode

Valheim developer Iron Gate revealed at Gamescom 2025 that the game's initial concept was a battle royale, sparking potential interest in a future mode.

02 Sep 2025

Silksong Launch Sparks Excitement with Giveaway

PCGamesN is hosting a giveaway celebrating the launch of Silksong. The game is priced at $20 on Steam, offering access to unofficial mods. Enter via Gleam widget by September 5, enjoy the community hype, and ensure your PC meets requirements.

02 Sep 2025

Half-Life Mod to Conclude 24-Year-Old Storyline

Half-Life fans are developing a new mod, Half-Life: Recovery, to finish Colette Green's story, left incomplete for 24 years after Half-Life: Decay ended with a cliffhanger.

02 Sep 2025

Windows 11 Update Introduces Optional New Features

Windows 11's August update KB5064081 adds new features such as a personalized Start page and enhanced lock screen widgets. This optional update requires manual installation and changes the build number to 26100.5074.

02 Sep 2025

Exploring WINUX as Windows 10 Nears End-of-Life

WINUX, a Windows-styled Linux distribution, offers users a chance to maintain familiar workflows and gaming experiences as Windows 10 reaches its end-of-life phase.

02 Sep 2025

Capcom Drops Denuvo from Dead Rising Remaster

Capcom has removed Denuvo DRM from Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster as it nears its first anniversary, addressing performance concerns and enhancing player experience.

02 Sep 2025

Hellfire Game Giveaway: Explore Horror with Blumhouse

Hellfire offers players a thrilling co-op horror experience. Collaborating with Blumhouse, we're distributing 500 Steam keys. Join and unravel the sinister mysteries of Hellfire Club.

02 Sep 2025

Metal Eden Launches Cyberpunk Adventure on Steam

Metal Eden, by Reikon Games, debuts on Steam. This cyberpunk FPS combines brutal combat and frenetic traversal set in 2091 on Moebius. Players embody Aska, battling the Engineer threat.

02 Sep 2025

Wordle Continues to Engage Players with Daily Challenges

Wordle remains a popular puzzle, captivating users with daily challenges. With clues like 'strong, maybe,' players guess a five-letter word in six tries. Today's answer is 'MIGHT,' illustrating both strength and possibility. A creation by Josh Wardle, it's now a New York Times asset.

Apps & Games news for Desktop

UAC Prompts Trigger Issues in Latest Windows Update

Wordle Gains Momentum with Intriguing Daily Challenges

Jotunnslayer Embraces Hellish Heights with 1.0 Release

First Light: A New Era for 007 Gaming Experience

Steam Deck Users Raise Concerns Over Anti-Cheat Compatibility

Dead Cells Crossover Enhances BlazBlue Entropy Experience

Stellar Blade Sequel Enters Active Development Phase

Tempest Rising Update Introduces 3v3 Mode and Enhancements

Silksong Gains Steam Deck Verification in Performance Boost

Humble Choice Offers Cost-Effective Game Selection for September

Anno 117 Melds Cultural Choices with City-Building Strategy

Anticipated Silksong Launch to Impact September Game Releases

Gaming School Expands Team to Foster Youth Engagement

Wordle's Global Phenomenon Continues with Daily Challenges

System Mechanic Enhances PC Performance and Security

Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Offers Big Deals Ahead of New Release

Neyyah Launches as a Nostalgic Journey in Sci-Fi Adventure

Arena Breakout Set for Release on Major Platforms in 2025

WatchDog Used in Cyber Attacks by Silver Fox Targeting East Asia

Stellaris Unveils New DLC with Spiritual Gameplay Elements

Silksong Map Details New Locations and Features

Valheim Developers Hint at Possible Viking Battle Royale Mode

Silksong Launch Sparks Excitement with Giveaway

Half-Life Mod to Conclude 24-Year-Old Storyline

Windows 11 Update Introduces Optional New Features

Exploring WINUX as Windows 10 Nears End-of-Life

Capcom Drops Denuvo from Dead Rising Remaster

Hellfire Game Giveaway: Explore Horror with Blumhouse

Metal Eden Launches Cyberpunk Adventure on Steam

Wordle Continues to Engage Players with Daily Challenges

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