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How to Record Screen With Internal Audio in Mac OS using the Built-In Screen Recorder
This guide explains how to record screen with internal audio on macOS using the built-in screen recorder. It requires installing a free audio driver called BlackHole and configuring Audio MIDI Setup to route internal audio to the screen recorder.
Nippets Released
Nippets, a hand-drawn hidden object game from Blink Industries, is now available on PC and macOS via Steam. The game offers a serene gameplay experience.
Demos and Freebies
The demo for Celsius Strays is now available on Steam for PC and macOS. The game puts players in the role of a leader guiding their people through a dangerous futuristic wasteland.
EvoCreo 2 Released
EvoCreo 2, a sequel in the monster capture RPG genre, has been released by Infinity Studios on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The game is also available on mobile platforms and allows players to catch and raise monsters.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust in June
11 bit studios announced that its survival game Frostpunk 2 has sold over 11 million copies. A new DLC, Breach of Trust, is coming soon to Windows and macOS versions of the game.
Casual Medieval Card Battler Blades, Bows & Magic Launching April 20
Funk Games' minimalist medieval card battler, Blades, Bows & Magic, is set to release on April 20 for PC, macOS, and Linux. The game features a single-player mode with unlockable cards and a PvP multiplayer mode for challenging rivals online. A demo is also available on Steam.
It Has My Face Released
The horror-themed first-person roguelike It Has My Face has officially launched on Windows, macOS, and Linux via Steam, concluding its Early Access period. Developed by Behaviour Interactive and NightByte, the game is available with a 20% discount.
Stiff Neck: Mind-Bending Psychological Thriller Drops on Steam
Stellar Artificer has released their psychological thriller game, Stiff Neck, on Steam for PC, macOS, Linux, and SteamOS. The game features a "unique psychological boxing journey" with over 100,000 words of content, multiple story routes, and six different endings, offering an estimated 2-5 hours of playtime.
Wasteland Bites Released
Wasteland Bites, a post-apocalyptic food truck simulator developed by CosmicDev and 2 Left Thumbs, has been released on Steam. The game is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Steam survey shows Linux hitting an all-time high with gamers
The March 2026 Steam Hardware & Software Survey indicates Linux has reached an all-time high of 5.33% market share, surpassing macOS. This surge, largely driven by the Steam Deck's popularity and Valve's efforts to make Linux more user-friendly, represents a significant milestone for Linux gaming.
Aether & Iron Released
Aether & Iron, a narrative RPG set in an alternate 1930s, has been released on Steam for Windows and macOS. The game is developed by Seismic Squirrel and Chaos Theory Games.
Demos and Freebies
The game Martial Law is available as a demo on Steam for PC, macOS, and Linux. The demo features elements of militia, tanks, and a narrative focused on the desire for a better tomorrow.
Money is life and everything in SUPER DEBT, an unrelenting horror themed bullet-hell roguelike
SUPER DEBT is a new horror-themed bullet-hell roguelike where players must manage money to pay off debt, with every action costing in-game currency. The developer, previously known for Garbanzo Quest, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the game, which will be supported on Windows, Linux, Steam Deck, and macOS.
Hozy Released
Come On Studio and tinyBuild have released Hozy, a home renovation game, on Steam for Windows and macOS. The game is available with a 10% launch discount.
OldUnreal release new preview update for the classic Unreal Tournament 2004
The OldUnreal team has released a new preview patch, version 3374, for the classic shooter Unreal Tournament 2004, with Epic Games' blessing. This update introduces full Linux support, improved installer options, and numerous bug fixes for graphics, stability, and mod compatibility across Linux, macOS, and Windows platforms.
Demos and Freebies
Néro & Sci ∫ Integral Edition is now available on Steam for PC and macOS, featuring logic-based puzzles in a colorful world. The article highlights the game's availability and a brief description of its gameplay.
Engadget Podcast: Can Microsoft fix Windows 11 by dumping AI?
This podcast episode discusses Microsoft's potential shift in Windows 11 strategy, moving away from heavy AI integration like Copilot towards core features and customization. The hosts also touch upon OpenAI's Sora, Meta's legal troubles regarding child engagement and social media addiction, an iOS exploit, Epic Games layoffs, and the dissolution of the Afeela EV collaboration between Honda and Sony.
MEDIA ALERT: Secret Powers Awaken as Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution—Perfect Order Launches Today, Featuring New Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
The Pokémon Company International has released the latest expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Mega Evolution—Perfect Order, featuring new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex like Mega Zygarde ex. The expansion is available physically and digitally through the Pokémon TCG Live app on PC and mobile devices, with a Battle Pass offering a Mega Zygarde ex deck upon login.
Cult-classic RPG 'OFF' adds Linux and macOS support
The cult-classic RPG 'OFF', originally released in 2008, has received native support for Linux and macOS. This update, part of the v1.2 patch, also includes an official English translation, new areas, hidden bosses, and an improved battle system. The developer confirmed the native Linux version allows the game to run on lower-end hardware.
This SSD enclosure is one of my most-used PC gadgets, and you can get it for 30% off
A Ugreen M.2 SSD enclosure, which allows users to convert spare M.2 drives into fast external SSDs, is currently available for 30% off. The toolless enclosure supports various M.2 drive sizes and offers USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds up to 10Gbps, making it suitable for external game storage or media libraries. The device features an aluminum build with thermal pads for heat dissipation and is compatible with modern PCs and laptops via USB-C.