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AI games are poised for a breakthrough, but foundational technologies and founder mindsets are still evolving. Similar to the internet's early days, the current AI landscape requires advancements in speed, cost, and quality of AI models. Founders need to broaden their concepts of what a game can be, embracing AI-native thinking for true innovation. NFX believes the "technology window" for AI-native games has just opened, presenting a significant opportunity for new ventures. They are hosting an AI Games Summit on March 8, 2026, for founders in this space.

Rocrail is free software for controlling model trains on Linux, macOS, Windows, and Raspberry Pi. It offers manual or fully automatic train control, and can manage accessories like lighting. Multiple user interfaces, including web-based and mobile apps, are available and synchronized. Rocrail is IoT ready and supports both commercial and DIY hardware. The software is actively developed by a community with forums for user interaction and support.

Microsoft PowerToys is a collection of utilities designed to customize Windows and streamline tasks. It offers over 25 tools, including FancyZones, PowerRename, and PowerToys Run, to enhance user productivity. The latest release, v0.96, introduces significant improvements to Advanced Paste, Command Palette, and PowerRename, with new AI model support and metadata extraction. Installation is available via .exe downloads, the Microsoft Store, or WinGet. The project is open-source and actively supported by a community of contributors.

Husky is an ultra-fast, lightweight Git hook manager (only 2kB gzipped). It automates tasks like linting commit messages and running tests before commits or pushes. Supporting all 13 client-side Git hooks across various platforms, it offers features like branch-specific hooks and POSIX shell scripting. Used by over 1.5 million GitHub projects, including major ones like Next.js and Angular, Husky prioritizes speed and ease of use. It's actively maintained and sponsored by several organizations.

JustSketchMe is a web application and mobile app (iOS, Mac, Windows, Android) offering a pose reference tool for artists. It features dozens of characters, hundreds of props, and extensive posing options including hands, dynamic lighting, and extreme perspectives. The tool aims to help artists create dynamic scenes and breathe life into their artwork. It's developed by Herman and Simon-Kai. The app is available now.

Blendo Itch Uploader is a free Windows tool simplifying itch.io project uploads. It provides a graphical interface, eliminating the need for command-line tools. Users create profiles for their projects and upload builds with a single click. The source code is available on GitHub for further development. Despite generally positive reviews, some users have reported initial difficulties, prompting the developer to improve error messaging and documentation.

The Blendo Steam Uploader is a free Windows tool for uploading game projects to Steam. It offers a user-friendly graphical interface, simplifying the upload process compared to command-line methods. Users can create profiles for different projects and upload with a single click. The source code is publicly available on GitHub for those wanting to expand its functionality. A download link and version information are provided.