This Weekend’s Xbox Trials Have Different Time Limits—Check Before You Download
Riders Republic runs through October 26, two Monster Hunter Stories trials have three-hour caps, and three other games require eligible Game Pass plans.
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Meta’s Forum Adds Rule Checks and a Shared Calendar for Group Admins
Forum’s latest admin tools add AI labels for pending posts, more flexible moderation rules and a shared scheduling calendar. Availability remains limited to the US.
Cloud Gaming Needs a Meter Players Can Trust
Xbox is testing prepaid cloud playtime ahead of November changes. Fair pricing also requires clear clocks, reliable warnings and a policy for sessions that fail.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Brings Wuhu Island Back for Another Round
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort has landed on Switch 2 with 12 motion-controlled sports, familiar favourites and some wonderfully odd new events.
Brotli’s Security Flaw Reaches Beyond Node.js: What Needs Patching
A flaw in the Brotli decoder can affect software that bundles it, including Node.js. Here’s what the advisory says and how to check your stack.
Critical PHP Security Fixes: What WordPress Owners Need to Check Now
PHP released emergency security fixes on October 21 and a follow-up advisory on October 23. Here’s how WordPress site owners can check their versions.
BioWare Is Closing, and the Next Mass Effect Project Is Over
EA has confirmed the closure of Edmonton’s BioWare and the end of early development on the next Mass Effect. Here’s what was announced—and why it matters.
Firefox for Android Gets a Follow-Up Fix After Certificate-Key Compromise
Mozilla’s certificate response now includes Firefox for Android 158.0.2, addressing startup application of a bundled blocklist. Check the update path for your device.
A Gigawatt Grid Promise Needs Public Receipts
Google and Voltus plan a one-gigawatt virtual power plant. The useful test is how reliably it delivers, who benefits and how participants can control their involvement.
The Sims 4’s October 27 Update Adds Separate Weight and Muscle Toggles
EA’s preview of the October 27 Sims 4 update includes independent physique controls, dining improvements and stability work. The patch is still upcoming.
