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fromwww.cbc.ca
13 hours ago

These Ontario researchers are using virtual reality gaming to help older adults with dementia stay fit | CBC News

"For the ones who are confined in certain spaces or cannot do it independently, this is a great opportunity to transport them to a different reality from the ones that they are currently living in while keeping them active," Munoz told CBC Hamilton from his lab on Laurier's Brantford campus.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Power-washing, pool-cleaning and mowing: Why millions are playing games about mundane jobs

"We want to make the Graham Norton of video games," says Kirsty Rigden, the chief executive of Brighton-based FuturLab, which makes PowerWash Simulator. Aspiring to emulate a talkshow host who has a reputation for being affable rather than for setting pulses racing is perhaps an unusual ambition for a gaming studio.
Games
Wearables
fromFuturism
5 hours ago

We Can't Even Imagine the Eating Disorders This New Meta Smart Glasses Feature Will Cause

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses may exacerbate eating disorders with features that track and log food intake automatically.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
5 hours ago

Should You Exercise Harder or Longer? What New Data Suggests

Higher intensity physical activity significantly reduces the risk of eight major chronic diseases compared to moderate intensity activity.
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.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Super Meat Boy 3D, coin-pushing chaos and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game showcases are thriving, with new games and updates announced regularly.
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Sony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes

Following the acquisition, the Cinemersive Labs team will join SIE's Visual Computing Group (VCG) and contribute to our broader efforts in advancing state of the art visual computing within games. This includes applying machine learning to enhance gameplay visuals, improve rendering techniques, and unlock new levels of visual fidelity for players.
Marketing tech
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Television
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

The rise of CTV IRL: Valuable TV audiences are no longer just sitting at home

Connected TV is evolving to engage audiences in social spaces like restaurants and gyms, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior towards experiences.
Digital life
fromZDNET
2 days ago

Brick vs. Bloom Card: I tested both for my screen addiction, and the winner depends on you

Phone addiction leads to significant time loss, prompting the development of tools like the Bloom Card to help users manage distractions.
Vue
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Google now lets you direct avatars through prompts in its Vids app | TechCrunch

Google Vids now features customizable avatars, video exports to YouTube, and a new screen recording Chrome extension.
fromwww.engadget.com
3 days ago

Apple Arcade just got two indie gems

Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with bone-chilling horror.
Board games
#google
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Google's Next Fitbit Wearable Could Launch Without a Display

Google is developing a screenless Fitbit wearable focused on passive health monitoring, competing with Whoop and Oura, and integrating AI features.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

Google's Next Fitbit Wearable Could Launch Without a Display

Google is developing a screenless Fitbit wearable focused on passive health monitoring, competing with Whoop and Oura, and integrating AI features.
#rec-room
Video games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
Games
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here's why

Rec Room is shutting down in June due to unsustainable profitability despite having over 150 million players since its launch in 2016.
Video games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
Games
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here's why

Rec Room is shutting down in June due to unsustainable profitability despite having over 150 million players since its launch in 2016.
Silicon Valley food
fromFast Company
5 days ago

'Fruit Love Island' is TikTok's most popular AI-generated series. It's now facing trouble in paradise

AI-generated series 'Fruit Love Island' faces takedowns and criticism despite initial popularity on TikTok.
Wellness
fromZDNET
5 days ago

These 7 wellness gadgets helped me become more mindful (and they're still on sale)

Technology can enhance mindfulness and wellness through various devices that promote presence, stress relief, and better sleep.
Games
fromGame Informer
5 days ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 3

Darth Clark returned to Game Informer, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was released, marking significant events in the gaming industry.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 days ago

All The Free Fortnite Cosmetics Available To Unlock Right Now

Fortnite offers numerous free cosmetics, making it easier to enjoy the game without spending money on skins and emotes.
fromThe Verge
4 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
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Digital entertainment grew 7x faster than the UK economy - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK digital entertainment sector hit £13.5 billion in revenue in 2025, reflecting a 7.1% year-over-year growth, significantly outpacing the general economy's growth rate of 1.3%.
Digital life
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

My dream pair of AR gaming glasses needs to have these nine features

Latest AR glasses from Xreal and Viture enhance gaming experiences with features like 3DoF, but no model is perfect for all users.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

Why Exercising Alone Might Be Holding You Back

Exercising with others enhances physical health and deepens social connections, contributing to overall well-being.
Games
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Super Meat Boy 3D makes suffering fun

Super Meat Boy 3D retains the series' challenging platforming while introducing new 3D movement dynamics.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

Ghost Of Yotei Devs Used Coins From The Game's Collector's Edition To Test Zeni Hajiki Multiplayer

Ghost of Yotei's multiplayer mode includes a competitive coin-flicking game, Zeni Hajiki, inspired by fan feedback and prototyped using real coins.
#playstation-5
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Including online games in social media bans is unworkable, unnecessary and would harm young people

Meta and YouTube were found liable for creating addictive products affecting young users, prompting calls for social media restrictions for under-16s.
#pax-east
Games
fromKotaku
2 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.
Games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

13 Cool Games We Just Saw At PAX East That Should Be On Your Radar - Kotaku

PAX East showcased innovative games like Grave Seasons and Pokémon Champions, highlighting unique twists in familiar genres.
Games
fromKotaku
2 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.
Games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

13 Cool Games We Just Saw At PAX East That Should Be On Your Radar - Kotaku

PAX East showcased innovative games like Grave Seasons and Pokémon Champions, highlighting unique twists in familiar genres.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 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.
#nintendo
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Nintendo is weathering the storm

Nintendo remains successful in a struggling gaming industry by focusing on its strengths and maintaining a consistent release schedule.
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Nintendo is weathering the storm

Nintendo remains successful in a struggling gaming industry by focusing on its strengths and maintaining a consistent release schedule.
fromEngadget
3 days ago

VR game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City launches on April 30

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City will be released on April 30 for the Meta Quest, Steam VR and Pico, retailing for $25.
Video games
#online-gaming
fromLondon On The Inside
1 week 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.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
5 days ago

body agency and the ways wearable devices let people regain control of their physical forms

Body agency is a power returned after an incident took it away from the user's physical form, and some wearable devices and technologies have this exact goal in mind.
Wearables
Games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

GameStop Thought Buying Games Online Was A 'Passing Phase'

GameStop underestimated digital distribution, believing physical stores would remain dominant despite the rise of platforms like Steam.
Video games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

April's PS Plus Monthly Games include Lords of the Fallen and a trio of remastered Tomb Raider ports

PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April include Lords of the Fallen, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered, and Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream.
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

How Long Will Players Have To Wait For The Steam Deck 2?

The Steam Deck 2 may be delayed due to RAM issues, while the Super Mario Galaxy Movie sets box office records despite mixed reviews.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 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.
Games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

How To Finish Big Open World Games Like Crimson Desert

Focusing on one open-world game at a time enhances motivation and progress, making it easier to complete them.
#xbox-games-showcase
Games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Xbox Games Showcase Announced, Gears of War: E-Day to Get Deep Dive

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is scheduled for June 7, featuring gameplay reveals and updates on major titles, including Gears of War: E-Day.
Games
fromWGB
5 days ago

Xbox June Showcase Announced, Followed By Gears of War: E-Day Direct

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is set for June 7, featuring new details on Gears of War and other upcoming titles.
Games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Xbox Games Showcase Announced, Gears of War: E-Day to Get Deep Dive

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is scheduled for June 7, featuring gameplay reveals and updates on major titles, including Gears of War: E-Day.
Games
fromWGB
5 days ago

Xbox June Showcase Announced, Followed By Gears of War: E-Day Direct

Xbox Games Showcase 2026 is set for June 7, featuring new details on Gears of War and other upcoming titles.
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Mr. Resident Evil signs a deal with Mr. Stellar Blade

We believe we can respect each other as creators and make games together. And I think with Hyung-Tae, we can even enjoy the hard parts.... Seeing my own vision and ideals come into focus like this, and finding someone whose direction aligns so closely is something I've rarely experienced before in my career.
Video games
Games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Every Game Coming Out The Week Starting March 30, 2026

I Am Jesus Christ is an immersive sim depicting the life of Jesus from birth to crucifixion.
fromWGB
4 days ago

Darksiders: Warmastered Is Getting a PS5 Update

The announcement has been very quiet, though, and almost zero details have been offered up. We do know that the Warmastered edition... will be getting a native PS5 and Xbox Series S/X release on May 19.
Video games
Video games
fromGamesBeat
5 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
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

Working a Fake Job Is a Great Pastime

Retro Rewind, an indie store simulator, captivates players with its nostalgic retail management experience, contrasting sharply with high-action games like Resident Evil Requiem.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

BOXROOM lets you build a cozy game room for your Steam library

Customize a virtual space to showcase your game library with personalized furniture and game displays.
Games
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Go play this secret game in your TikTok DMs | TechCrunch

TikTok has introduced a secret emoji game in DMs where users bounce across alligators to compete for high scores.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

There's a new Payday game, this time in VR

Payday: Aces High is a co-op heist game for VR, allowing four players to engage in immersive heists.
Games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Xbox's Big Summer Showcase Returns With Gears Of War Direct

Xbox is returning with a showcase on June 7, featuring Gears of War: E-Day Direct and a potential live component.
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.
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.
#playstation
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Future Sony PlayStation games will use AI to imagine new frames

ML-based frame generation technology is coming to PlayStation platforms, enhancing image quality but potentially introducing lag.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Future Sony PlayStation games will use AI to imagine new frames

ML-based frame generation technology is coming to PlayStation platforms, enhancing image quality but potentially introducing lag.
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.
#virtual-reality
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Zwift Games Returns For 2026, Adding Crits & More Ways to Race

2026 Zwift Games runs Feb 16–Mar 29 with five escalating stages, a bonus stage offering TT and crit options, new routes, and inclusive race categories.
Games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

The 13 Best New Video Games Of 2026 So Far

2026 has already produced notable games, with updates planned for the Game of the Year watch throughout the year.
Games
fromGame Informer
2 weeks ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 20

Weekend video game recommendations include Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Ghost of Yōtei Legends.
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.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

The in-game advertising landscape: It isn't child's play

In-game advertising integrates branded placements into game environments to reach a large, mature gaming audience, but requires data-driven strategy for effectiveness.
Games
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Is AI gaming ready for primetime? - 48 hills

Google demonstrated live AI-generated NPC dialogue at GDC 2026, with over 60 AI-related talks and events showcasing the gaming industry's focus on artificial intelligence integration.
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.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Meta exec hopes VR teens will stick around

The VR gaming industry faces its roughest period in decades, with Meta cutting over 1,000 jobs and shutting down studios, while revenue growth relies heavily on free-to-play titles popular with young players.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Marathon is a stylishly merciless video game built for cut-throat times

Marathon is an extraction shooter from Bungie featuring visually striking alien environments and brutal gameplay mechanics, arriving after delays and controversies to prove itself as Sony's major investment.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Game consoles built streaming - until it outgrew them

Hulu ended support for the original Nintendo Switch app, and Netflix will discontinue its PlayStation 3 app, marking legacy-console streaming support shutdowns.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

The Best Games Of 2026 (So Far)

GameSpot tracks 2026 games scoring 8 or higher, highlighting must-play titles like Cairn and Mewgenics while noting lower-scoring games can still provide entertainment 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
Games
fromwww.gamespot.com
2 months ago

Most Anticipated Games of 2026

A compilation highlights upcoming 2026 game release dates, Switch 2 titles, guides, Game Pass additions, and notable games like GTA 6 and 007: First Light.
Video games
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Video games 2026: 5 projects that we're excited to play

Grand Theft Auto VI's Nov. 19 release will dominate the year, driven by long-awaited sequel status and an extensive online component continuing GTA Online's longevity.
fromwww.gamespot.com
2 months ago

We Need Demos Now More Than Ever

There has been a demo renaissance in the last few years, and we couldn't be happier. Demos have been a part of video game history for a long time, but whether or not they've been good for sales has been up in the air for quite some time. Fortunately, in the last couple weeks we've gotten a Dragon Quest 7: Reimagined and Final Fantasy 7 demo for Switch 2.
Video games
Games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Xbox Just Set A Terrible New Record - Kotaku

Xbox console sales plunged about 39% in the UK in 2025, marking the worst year on record amid apparent de-emphasis of hardware by Microsoft.
Video games
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

The 25 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026

2026 will deliver many major video game releases, including sequels, originals, remakes, and notable trends like hand-drawn visuals and Soulslike action RPGs.
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.
fromInverse
2 months ago

PlayStation And Xbox's Most-Played Games Show What Players Are Really Looking For

Thousands of games are released every year, with numbers increasing recently thanks to an explosion of indie games across all platforms. That means there's more opportunity than ever to find something new and unexpected among the latest releases, but for a lot of players, the comfort of a few familiar games wins out. Newly released statistics show that, at least on consoles, the biggest games of 2025 were exactly the same as 2024's top titles. Do those figures point to an industry in crisis.
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