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The MOP Up: Jagex prepares to migrate all of its legacy RuneScape accounts
Jagex is preparing to migrate all legacy RuneScape accounts to Jagex Accounts on November 17th, 2026, and will also release a MacOS Silicon launcher. The article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for Elder Scrolls Online, Ultima Online, Trove, Helldivers II, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Ace Combat 8, World of Warcraft, PUBG Battlegrounds, and The Finals.
Dial Up the Cloud: NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Controls Arrive on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA has introduced new DLSS 4.5 controls for GeForce NOW, allowing members to customize game visuals and performance in the cloud without requiring high-end hardware. This update coincides with the launch of Keen Games' Enshrouded 1.0 and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 on the service, alongside ten other new titles.
"We vibe coded a new Epic Games Launcher" because "programming is hard", announce company we're somehow supposed to see as a serious Steam competitor
Epic Games has released a preview of a new version of its launcher, which it claims is faster and more responsive than Steam, using a concept termed "vibe coding" and an "AI-first" approach. The company's CEO, Tim Sweeney, has emphasized a push for "maximum AI acceleration." This new tech stack, rewritten from the ground up, aims to improve load times and system performance, though initial features are light.
Crafting Apps Offers FREE, Open-Source Alternatives to Adobe Creative Software
The ArtCraft team has launched Crafting Apps, a project offering free, open-source alternatives to popular Adobe creative software like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro. These applications, developed in Rust, aim to provide cost-effective tools for artists and creators, though they are currently in early development.
Blizzard confirms StarCraft "won't be exclusive" to Xbox and refuses to elaborate
Blizzard Entertainment has confirmed that the upcoming StarCraft game will not be exclusive to Xbox platforms. While the exact platforms remain undisclosed, a spokesperson stated that referring to it as an "Xbox-exclusive" would be incorrect. This decision comes after Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, and despite Xbox's stated strategy of prioritizing exclusive titles for platform growth.
Sick of Sony killing physical games? Relive the glory days with a PlayStation 3 emulator that can play discs through…
The RPCS3 PlayStation 3 emulator has been updated to allow playing physical PS3 discs on PC, macOS, Linux, and FreeBSD. This development comes as Sony phases out physical media, offering a way to preserve and play older games on various platforms, including modded PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles.
Inscryption-Like Roguelite Deckbuilder Teufelskreis Announced for PC
Teufelskreis, an occult roguelite deckbuilder that combines roulette-based gambling with deckbuilding and roguelite progression, has been announced by solo developer L0rne. Players are contracted by a mysterious corporation, OPCORP, to gamble for survival against a possessed AI on a cursed roulette table. The game is coming soon to PC platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, and Steam Deck.
The downsides of switching from a MacBook to Windows
This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of switching from macOS to Windows. It highlights that both operating systems have their own strengths and advises users to be aware of what they might lose when migrating to Windows.
How to organize and group your Safari tabs in macOS 27
This guide explains how to organize and group tabs within Apple's Safari browser on macOS. The latest version of the operating system offers features to help users manage their open tabs more efficiently.
The downsides of switching from Windows to Mac
Switching from Windows to macOS presents a learning curve for users. The article highlights potential challenges in adapting to the new operating system's interface and functionalities.
Calamity Wraps Sunforge Season With Servers Live and No Wipe as Factory, Cosmetics Mint Approach
Calamity has concluded its Sunforge Season, which ran for eight weeks and featured a $20,000 prize pool. The game's servers remain online with no progress wipe, allowing players to keep their seasonal gear and Gold. Upcoming updates include a Factory and cosmetics NFT mint, a new biome, dungeons, an off-season event, community tournaments, and a new game mode. The WYRM token generation event (TGE) still has no confirmed date.
Eterspire celebrates its fifth anniversary by, why not, dusting off its old beta build for play
Eterspire is celebrating its fifth anniversary by making its original public beta build available to players. Developer Stonehollow Workshop restored the Beta I client and brought its server back online, allowing players to experience the game's earliest state. This older build will look and play differently from the current cross-platform version and will be available for a limited time on PC and MacOS.
OutpostHD - A complete redesign of Sierra's strategy game OUTPOST!
OutpostHD is an in-development remake of Sierra On-Line's 1994 space colony simulation game, Outpost. This community-driven project features a complete redesign with HD visuals, an improved interface, and a modern codebase for Windows, macOS, and Linux, aiming to make the classic strategy experience more accessible and engaging.
Leaked macOS Video Appears to Reveal Apple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods
A demo video found in a macOS beta release candidate appears to reveal Apple's unannounced camera-equipped AirPods. The footage shows a user asking Siri to save an image, suggesting integration with AI features for visual information processing. The design is described as thicker than AirPods Pro 3, with longer stems to house cameras, though privacy implications and the presence of LED indicators remain unconfirmed.
Apple appears to have leaked its camera-equipped AirPods
Apple may have inadvertently leaked its upcoming camera-equipped AirPods through a video embedded in macOS Tahoe 26.7. This suggests a new iteration of the popular audio accessory is in development.
That Apple Screen Sharing bug has now been seen in the wild, so please update macOS
A critical security vulnerability in macOS screen sharing has been observed in the wild, allowing attackers to view screens, open files, and perform other malicious actions. Users are strongly advised to update their macOS systems immediately to patch this exploit.
Big Walk Review
Big Walk is a cooperative puzzle-solving indie title developed by House House and published by Panic Inc. The game requires at least two players and supports up to 12, featuring an Australian-inspired wilderness setting with handcrafted puzzles that emphasize communication. Available on PC, PlayStation 5, and macOS, it offers a normal ending in under 10 hours and a true ending around 20 hours.
Re:Night Re:Leased
Seahorse Games and HARRISONWORLD have launched Re:Night, a roguelike deckbuilding RPG, on Windows and macOS via Steam. The game is available with a 10% launch discount.
ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs Released
ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs, a new simulation game, has launched on Steam for Windows and macOS. The game allows players to engage in electronics repair scenarios.
Game Demos
Milo is a survival roguelike game available on Steam for Windows and macOS. Players must survive waves of cultists alone or with others, with gameplay mechanics that reward longer survival times.