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How to clean and organize your Mac
This guide provides techniques and app recommendations for cleaning and organizing a Mac to improve its performance and appearance. It covers physical cleaning of the screen and body, organizing the hard drive using macOS storage tools and third-party apps, and tidying the desktop and Finder with features like tags and menu bar organizers. The article also suggests tools for better window and tab management.
Timberborn Officially Launches
The "lumberpunk" strategy game Timberborn has officially launched after its Early Access period. It is now available for Windows and macOS on digital storefronts including the Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Steam, with a 20% launch discount.
Playdigious Opens Pre-Registration for Roguelike Kingdom Builder 9 Kings on Android
Pre-registration for the roguelike kingdom builder 9 Kings is now open on Android. Developed by Sad Socket and published by Playdigious, the game challenges players to build a kingdom capable of surviving endless threats through strategic combinations of buildings, units, and spells. 9 Kings was previously released in early access for Windows and macOS in May 2025.
Get Isonzo and Cozy Grove for Free
The Epic Games Store is offering free copies of the World War I shooter Isonzo for Windows and macOS, and the life-simulation game Cozy Grove for Windows. This is part of their ongoing weekly giveaway promotion.
Foxy Dumplings kicks off its first private playtests, and everyone is welcome to try their hand at running a food truck!
Soft Crunch Games has announced that their upcoming cozy game, Foxy Dumplings, will be starting private playtests on March 12th via Steam. The playtests will feature the game's introduction, first region, greenhouse mechanics, and dumpling making. The game is planned for release in 2026 on PC, macOS, Linux, Steam Deck, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
MEDIA ALERT: New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising Expansion Sees Mega Greninja Facing Off with Mega Floette
The Pokémon Company International announced the upcoming release of the Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game on May 22, 2026. The expansion will feature Mega Greninja ex, Mega Floette ex, and other powerful Pokémon ex cards. It will be available in booster packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, and collections, with prerelease tournaments starting May 9, 2026, and digital availability on Pokémon TCG Live from May 21, 2026.
Free Queen's Wish 2 DLC
Spiderweb Software has released Queen's Wish: The Judgment as free DLC for their retro turn-based RPG, Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor. The new content is available for Windows, macOS, and iOS. Queen's Wish 2: The Tormentor is also on sale at GOG.com.
Get Deponia for Free
Daedalic Entertainment is offering its point-and-click adventure game Deponia for free on Steam. The game is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms at no cost.
MacBook Neo review: Apple puts every $600 Windows PC to shame
The Apple MacBook Neo is a $599 laptop that offers a premium user experience, outperforming similarly priced Windows PCs in screen quality, trackpad usability, and overall performance. Despite compromises like 8GB of RAM and an A18 Pro chip, it handles basic productivity tasks and light gaming through cloud streaming effectively, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious users and those switching from Windows.
Pluto Released
The roguelike deckbuilder Pluto has been released on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Developed by Siege World Interactive and indie.io, the game features an unusual spellcasting mechanic.
Craft your defenses and protect your kingdom from Yokaïs: “Irezumi Defenders” released
Independent developer Inkolor Games has released its debut title, Irezumi Defenders, a tower defense game inspired by Japanese mythology. Players craft units and build defenses using a card-based system to protect their kingdom from Yokai. The game is available on PC via Steam and features over 80 cards to unlock and multiple difficulty options.
Heart of the Machine Officially Launches
Heart of the Machine, a strategy RPG from Arcen Games and Hooded Horse, has officially launched after completing its Early Access period. The game is now available for Windows and macOS on platforms including the Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Steam.
Machine Mind Released
Machine Mind, an action game with survival and real-time strategy elements, is now available on Steam for Windows and macOS. Developed by Chudo-Yudo and Targem, the game is set in a post-apocalyptic desert environment.
Lost and Found Co. Released
Lost and Found Co., a hidden object adventure game, has been released on Steam for Windows and macOS. Developed by Bit Egg and Gamirror Games, the game features cozy environments as shown in its launch trailer.
Remote PC Gaming Anywhere: How to Play Your Steam Game on iPad With DeskIn - Walkthrough, Tips, Review
DeskIn is a remote desktop software that allows users to stream PC games from their home Windows PC to devices like iPads, iPhones, and Android smartphones. It offers features such as up to 4K 60FPS streaming, low latency, customizable controls, and controller support, making it suitable for playing games on the go without a gaming laptop. The guide details setup steps for both the PC and mobile devices, including optimizing performance and activating game mode.
Transport Fever 3 confirmed for Linux and macOS support
Urban Games has confirmed that Transport Fever 3 will launch with native support for Linux and macOS. The upcoming simulation and tycoon game will feature over 125 years of transport evolution, more than 275 realistic vehicles, and extensive customization options including a map editor and mod support.
Demos and Freebies
CoreRunner is now available on Steam for Windows and macOS, featuring a free demo. The game is described as a retrowave experience where players use light blades and guns to escape imprisonment.
This vibe-coded operating system looks like a nightmarish version of our AI OS future, although some of the function…
This article discusses a "vibe-coded" operating system called Vib-OS, which is presented as a nightmarish vision of a potential AI-driven future for operating systems. The YouTuber tirimid tested the OS, encountering numerous bugs and usability issues, including a non-functional installer, broken file manager, and a "browser" that only opened images. The author uses this experience to reflect on the potential horrors of AI-developed operating systems, contrasting it with the current Windows 11.
OpenAI brings its Codex coding app to Windows
OpenAI has released a dedicated Codex app for Windows, allowing users to coordinate multiple AI coding agents and streamline repetitive tasks. This follows the app's upgrade with multi-agent abilities and its standalone macOS release earlier this year. The Codex app is available to various ChatGPT subscription tiers and saves session history across platforms.
The Sims 4 Getting Paid Mods Marketplace
Electronic Arts is launching The Sims Maker Program and The Sims 4 Marketplace on March 17th for Windows and macOS. This new system will allow players to sell their custom content for The Sims 4, introducing a paid mods economy to the game.