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fromEngadget
17 hours ago

The League of Legends KeSPA cup will air globally on Disney+

Disney+ will stream major esports tournaments, expanding its reach beyond Asia to a global audience.
Django
fromKotaku
2 hours ago

Overwatch Fans Underwhelmed By Anran Redesign

Anran's redesign aims to address fan concerns, but some still feel it doesn't fully capture her original character traits.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
6 hours ago

McDonald's Just Built a Gadget That Every Gamer Has Needed Forever - Yanko Design

Archie is a small arch-shaped piece that essentially bridges the two sticks on your controller. It's not a Bluetooth gadget loaded with firmware updates or a subscription service. It's just a clever piece of physical design that does exactly what it needs to do and nothing more.
Video games
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Cyberpunk, League Of Legends Games Suggest TCGs Are Having A Moment

PAX East 2026 featured a shift from video games to trading card games, particularly a TCG based on Cyberpunk 2077.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
6 years ago

The Best Game Controller for Every Kind of Player

A good controller significantly enhances gaming experience, with various options available for different platforms and features.
#overwatch
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Razer gaming accessories include a $25 Taco Bell gift card at Best Buy

Razer offers a promotion with a free Taco Bell gift card for gaming accessory purchases, alongside discounts on various gaming products.
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Video Games

Nintendo was founded in 1889, the same year the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris, starting as a manufacturer of Japanese playing cards.
Games
#online-gaming
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Cultural Codes in Gaming: How Innovation Is Rewriting the Rules

Online gaming design adapts to local behaviors and cultural expectations, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach.
#fortnite
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Fortnite Removing Less Popular Modes Like Rocket Racing

Fortnite's declining popularity leads to layoffs and the removal of three game modes by Epic Games.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Fortnite Removing Less Popular Modes Like Rocket Racing

Fortnite's declining popularity leads to layoffs and the removal of three game modes by Epic Games.
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

AI can push your Stream Deck buttons for you

"You still set up actions in Stream Deck app the same way you always have. MCP adds a new way to trigger them," Elgato said in its announcement.
Gadgets
#playstation-5
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Peak Devs Call Out Entitled Gamers Who Want Endless Free Updates

Endless support for games is not guaranteed; updates are considered a bonus, not a right.
Video games
fromGamesBeat
6 days ago

Inside Clix Gaming's creator-powered business strategy

Cody 'Clix' Conrod is launching Clix Gaming, a brand and business centered on his success as a top Fortnite player.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

The Black Ops 7 X Half Baked Tracer Pack Featuring Dave Chapelle Is A Real Thing But Players Aren't Impressed - Kotaku

Call of Duty is releasing a special pack inspired by the movie Half Baked for its 4/20 celebration.
Video games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Marathon Cracks Down On Cool Exploits To Make Things Fair

Bungie has removed the slide-canceling exploit in Marathon to maintain balanced gameplay and has updated the Outpost loot area.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

I Tried the Razer Gaming Mouse That Costs $1,337

The Razer Boomslang 20th Anniversary Edition gaming mouse costs over one thousand dollars. $1,337, to be specific. It's not made of gold. It doesn't even have real leather on the leather-wrapped components. It's a plastic-based polyurethane leather, attached to a transparent plastic shell. For $1,337.
Games
Games
fromReadWrite
3 weeks ago

Valve disputes claims loot boxes violate gambling laws

Valve defends loot boxes as collectible products rather than gambling, arguing cosmetic-only items provide no competitive advantage while claiming to have blocked over one million accounts linked to gambling activity.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

In the killer world of online gaming, there are no hits any more just survivors

Highguard's rapid failure demonstrates that modern online games face extreme pressure to deliver immediate returns, leaving no room for player learning curves or developer iteration.
Gadgets
fromGameSpot
4 weeks ago

PC Cases Are Heavily Discounted At Woot This Week

Woot offers steep discounts on PC cases from major brands with an additional 20% off using promo code CASE20, with deals running until March 11.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Jeff Kaplan: Stop Complaining About Games You Won't Play

Jeff Kaplan advises people complaining about games they haven't played to stop, as developers ignore such feedback and it accomplishes nothing.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Corsair's Latest Sabre V2 Gaming Mice Are Built Like Supercars

Motorsports materials like carbon fiber and magnesium are now viable for gaming mice at competitive prices, offering lightweight durability without premium cost premiums.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

I Miss When Multiplayer Games Weren't Changing All The Time - Kotaku

A patch increasing gunshot volume in Marathon created a more aggressive multiplayer environment, prompting nostalgia for older games that remained static after release rather than undergoing constant balance changes.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How brands can align their interests with the interests of gamers

Brands can increase engagement and reach diverse audiences by integrating ads into interactive gaming experiences and aligning brand goals with player interests.
#unrivaled-3-on-3
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The #1 ETF To Bet On The Explosive Growth of Esports

The VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF ( NYSEARCA:ESPO) offers pure exposure to an industry defying traditional entertainment economics. With $405 million in assets and a 0.56% expense ratio, ESPO delivered 28% returns over the past year, outpacing the S&P 500 by nearly 11 percentage points. The fund holds 28 gaming companies, led by Tencent Holdings ( NASDAQ:TCEHY) at 8.1%, Nintendo ( NASDAQ:NTDOY) at 7.6%, and NetEase ( NASDAQ:NTES) at 7.4%. Recent trading shows the ETF consolidating around $105 after hitting $111 in November 2025.
Business
Gadgets
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Elgato's Stream Deck + XL adds a touch strip and dials to an already massive array of buttons

Elgato launches Stream Deck + XL with 36 buttons, touch strip, and six dials, alongside new Wave XLR Pro audio interface and XLR Dock MK. 2 for enhanced livestream control and audio mixing.
Science
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Can Gaming Do for Our Intelligence?

Effective intelligence — attention, working memory, decision-making, and learning speed — is trainable through experience and interventions such as gaming, leveraging neuroplasticity.
Music
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Chappell Roan Stuns In New Fortnite Skins

Chappell Roan receives multiple Fortnite skins, accessories, and Jam Tracks via the Heartcore Music Pass, including Pink Pony Club and Roan of Arc outfits.
#gaming-headset
fromVogue
2 months ago

Why Luxury Is Getting Back Into Gaming

On Monday, Coach launched a collection within The Sims 4, marking the first time a fashion brand has partnered with the video game in five years. All players will be able to access the new collection, which is free and features customizable items from Coach's ready-to-wear line, including its Tabby and Brooklyn bags, as well as decorative objects that can be used to craft Coach-inspired interiors through the game's build mode.
Fashion & style
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

How has personalization improved digital sports marketing?

Personalization is a tried-and-tested way to boost engagement while gathering valuable information about existing audiences - and is proving to be a key driver for the sports industry, says Rawnet's Harry Daniel. For brands looking to score with digital marketing, personalization is a winning long-term business strategy. Personalizing the user experience (UX) via websites and apps keeps fans engaged and enhances brand loyalty. It can help brands to grow, by extending their reach to new users and unleashing untouched opportunities for victory.
Online marketing
Media industry
fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Livestreaming and eSports to drive the sports market in Asia

Asia is the fastest-growing sports market, driven by mobile, OTT, eSports, and live streaming, prompting platforms and brands to prioritize creative digital sports experiences.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Elgato's Stream Deck Plus XL has more buttons, more dials, and a larger touchscreen

Elgato released the Stream Deck Plus XL, expanding the original Plus with 36 buttons instead of 8, six dials instead of 4, and a wider touchscreen for $349.99.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why gaming is a such a key communications channel for retail marketers

Gaming is a mainstream, high-value channel retailers must engage, especially Gen Z gamers, via community-driven experiences on platforms like Twitch and Discord.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

An Incredible Last-Minute Escape In Marathon Convinced Me It's Something Special

A final beta match demonstrated the game's potential through intense, high-stakes gameplay where teamwork and resource management created memorable moments despite uncertain long-term player retention.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The Stream Deck-packed gaming keyboard is a monster of good ideas

The Corsair Galleon 100 SD didn't just come out of the ether. The new full-size mechanical keyboard with a Stream Deck fused to its side is the result of a lot of things coming together over the years. Corsair's gaming business is more refined than ever, and Stream Deck's wide ecosystem of plug-ins makes the dedicated hardware useful to just about anyone, even if they have little interest in streaming. The fusion makes sense.
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fromWIRED
2 months ago

Asus Made a Split Keyboard for Gamers-and Spared No Expense

The ROG Falcata combines 8,000-Hz wireless gaming performance with an ergonomic split design, Hall effect switches, and extensive adjustability, but it carries a premium price.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Games Are Losing The Attention War With Gambling And OnlyFans

Video games face stagnation as mobile user-generated content, online gambling, and platforms like TikTok, OnlyFans, and Roblox drive overall entertainment growth.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Logitech's new Superstrike is a faster, more customizable gaming mouse

Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike uses analog induction sensors and haptic feedback to offer customizable click actuation, rapid triggers, and variable tactile/silent operation.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Corsair's wired Hall effect gaming keyboard is cheaper than ever

Corsair Vanguard Pro 96 provides customizable Hall-effect switches with per-key adjustable actuation, aluminum build, LCD, rotary dial, macro keys, magnetic wrist rest, now $159.99.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

DrDisrespect Lies About Being Invited To Highguard Preview Event - Kotaku

Dr Disrespect posted a Highguard media badge claiming attendance, but attendees and the game's manager say he wasn't invited and the photo may be faked.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Razer's Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz Is a Track-Focused Keyboard for Competitive Gaming

A keyboard is more than the sum of its parts. To have a truly great typing experience, a lot has to come together-each aspect of a keyboard needs to be designed (or selected) with the rest of it in mind. But not every keyboard needs to strive for a great typing experience. Sometimes, they just need to get the job done. Take, for example, the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro.
Gadgets
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Arc Raiders Is Losing Big-Name Streamers To A Wave Of Cheaters

Arc Raiders' rise meets a surge in cheating, prompting streamer backlash and commitments from Embark Studios to deploy anti-cheat patches.
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Shortcut Your System With a Discounted Elgato Stream Deck+

If you're an aspiring (or successful) streamer looking to upgrade your production value, the Elgato Stream Deck family is an excellent way to put your most important controls at your fingertips. Right now you can score the upgraded Elgato Stream Deck +, with eight buttons, an LCD screen, and four knobs, for just $160, a $40 markdown from its usual price.
Gadgets
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Casual $40,000 Marvel Rivals Creator Tournament Sparks A Ton Of Online Drama - Kotaku

Content creator Kingsman265 was removed from the Deadpool Creator Cup after arguing insistently about team composition and leaving practice, prompting the host to disqualify him.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

GameSir x Hyperkin modular controller could be the endgame accessory for mobile gamers - Yanko Design

The X5 Alteron controller gets the best of both worlds: GameSir's ergonomic engineering that makes it the first choice for gamers, and Hyperkin's knack for designing retro controllers. What sets the modular controller apart is the swappable module system that allows gamers to completely change the layout from symmetrical to asymmetrical thumbsticks, to changing the D-pad and face buttons. Designer: GameSir and Hyperkin
Gadgets
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

WoW Players Love Sports, So Blizzard Is Putting A Real Tavern At NFL Game This Weekend

Blizzard is promoting World of Warcraft's Midnight expansion with a Welcome Home Pre-Game Tavern at the Patriots-Texans game to reach sports-viewing players.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 months ago

Most Cheap Gaming Laptops Are Terrible. These Three Are the Only Ones Worth Buying

The MSI Cyborg A15 offers RTX 5060 performance, three-zone RGB, and a portable chassis under $1,000, but compromises include a 720p webcam and fewer ports.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Overwatch Fans Put Jetpack Cat In Timeout

Jetpack Cat (Fika) is a disruptive, tethering support who creates viral plays but faces frequent competitive bans despite viable counters.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Gross Diablo 4 Gaming PC Filled W/ Real Human Blood Still Runs

A Blizzard promotional PC reportedly used human blood in its liquid cooling, and the winner's rig still operates two years later with confirmed donor vials.
Video games
fromGame Informer
1 month ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - January 16

A rare lull before big releases lets players focus on live-service updates, classics, demos, and finishing 2025 games while offering weekend recommendations and a weekly recap.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

A powerful AMD gaming desktop is hundreds off at Costco

Costco's $1,999.99 all-AMD liquid-cooled desktop with Ryzen 9 9950X3D, Radeon 9070 XT, 32GB DDR5 and 2TB SSD offers exceptional value.
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

Researchers found a tipping point for video gaming and health

Spending more than 10 hours a week playing video games may begin to affect young people's eating habits, sleep quality, and body weight, according to new research led by Curtin University and published in Nutrition. The study surveyed 317 students from five universities across Australia. Participants had a median age of 20 years, placing the focus squarely on young adults during a key stage of habit formation.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Razer made a web app version of Synapse

At launch, Synapse Web will only support the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro keyboards, though Razer says more devices will be added down the line. Using any Chromium-based browser, users can make quick changes to key settings, apply Chroma RGB quick effects and manage on-board profiles. These profiles can then be viewed, edited and saved directly to the keyboard's device memory, so the configuration stays consistent when moving between PCs.
Gadgets
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Dev Behind Last Year's Big Flop Is Still Paying Streamers To Play It

Developer Build a Rocket Boy and publisher IO Interactive continue sponsoring creators to promote MindsEye despite low Steam player counts and poor reception.
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Valve's latest Steam beta lets you add your PC's specs to game reviews

As part of the Steam Client Beta update Valve released on February 12, users will now be able to attach information about their hardware specifications when they post a new game review or update an old one. It's not uncommon to find negative reviews that complain about a game's performance, information that's hard to draw a conclusion from without knowing what kind of hardware the reviewer is using.
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