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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.
#game-informer
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.
Games
fromGame Informer
1 month ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 6

Game Informer celebrates its one-year anniversary since its return and recommends weekend games for players to enjoy.
Poker
fromCard Player
2 days ago

ACR Poker Launches Venom Fever Satellites For Dual Venoms - Poker News

ACR Poker's Dual Mystery Bounty Venoms in April feature $10 million in guaranteed prizes across two events with significant bounties.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
3 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.
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
fromGamesBeat
5 days ago

Esports Foundation selects 40 esports clubs for $20M club partner program

The Esports Foundation Club Partner Program reaches fans globally and changes the way they experience esports. Over the past editions, it has created a platform for Clubs to strengthen their brands and engage with audiences.
Online Community Development
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.
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.
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Board games
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF Arcade Bar "Emporium" 8 Free Game Tokens for "Industry Night" (Every Monday)

Emporium Arcade Bar in San Francisco offers free game tokens and drink specials for industry staff every Monday night.
#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.
#indie-games
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Video games

Beat-based dungeon crawlers, card-battling soccer sims and other new indie games worth checking out

fromKotaku
3 weeks ago
Games

5 Neat New Indie Games You Need To Check Out This Weekend

Three indie games offer unique experiences: a co-op horror extraction game with dream rituals, a 3D platformer about raccoon theft, and a browser-based glasses cleaning simulator.
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago
Games

15 Incredible Indie Games Made Computer Worlds A Must-Watch

Computer Worlds is a new showcase celebrating innovative indie games, featuring 15 trailers and 16 released titles to highlight unique games struggling for visibility in a risk-averse market.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games

Indie Pass is a new subscription service for indie games launching on April 13, offering over 70 titles for $8 per month.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Indie Pass is a new subscription service just for indie games

Indie.io launches Indie Pass, a subscription service for indie games, priced at $6.99 per month, featuring over 70 titles starting April 13th.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Beat-based dungeon crawlers, card-battling soccer sims and other new indie games worth checking out

Albatross Interactive is developing Terminal War, a 4v4 shooter inspired by the canceled Factions mode from The Last of Us.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

5 Neat New Indie Games You Need To Check Out This Weekend

Three indie games offer unique experiences: a co-op horror extraction game with dream rituals, a 3D platformer about raccoon theft, and a browser-based glasses cleaning simulator.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

15 Incredible Indie Games Made Computer Worlds A Must-Watch

Computer Worlds is a new showcase celebrating innovative indie games, featuring 15 trailers and 16 released titles to highlight unique games struggling for visibility in a risk-averse market.
fromVG247
3 days ago

The Petit Planet beta is coming back with new updates, but you still need to hope for an invite

Petit Planet is the studio's take on Animal Crossing, though with a few interesting ideas of its own. The game's most recent test took place all the way back in November, but its next big test isn't far off.
Games
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fromLondon On The Inside
3 weeks ago

The Biggest Edition Yet of London Games Festival Set for April 2026

The 2026 London Games Festival expands to larger venues with doubled exhibition space and increased UK Government support for the gaming industry.
Video games
fromGamesBeat
4 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.
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.
#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.
#marathon
Video games
fromKotaku
5 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.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Marathon Just Became Helldivers 2 With Cryo Race To Kill Bots

Marathon's Cryo Archive map unlock requires players to collectively kill 500 million UESC security forces through an ARG, with current progress at 315 million kills suggesting the event will take another week to complete.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 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.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Marathon Just Became Helldivers 2 With Cryo Race To Kill Bots

Marathon's Cryo Archive map unlock requires players to collectively kill 500 million UESC security forces through an ARG, with current progress at 315 million kills suggesting the event will take another week to complete.
fromBoard Game Quest
2 weeks ago

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 3/16/26

A beautifully crafted, engine-builder board game where cute creatures & unique factions shape a glowing fantasy underground world.
Board games
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

150 million users later, Roblox competitor Rec Room is shutting down

"We never quite figured out how to make Rec Room a sustainably profitable business, and our costs always ended up overwhelming the revenue we brought in."
Video games
#xbox
Video games
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Xbox's next big games showcase happens on June 7th

Xbox will hold its next major showcase event on June 7th, featuring gameplay reveals and news on upcoming titles.
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
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Xbox's next big games showcase happens on June 7th

Xbox will hold its next major showcase event on June 7th, featuring gameplay reveals and news on upcoming titles.
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.
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.
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.
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.
#in-game-advertising
Games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Steam Spring Sale 2026: The Best And Biggest PC Gaming Deals

Valve's Steam Spring Sale runs through March 26, offering significant discounts on thousands of games across multiple genres and price points.
#live-service-games
fromWGB
2 weeks ago
Video games

Remedy Steps Back From FBC: Firebreak but Keeps Game Alive, Adds A Friend Pass So People Can Play For Free

fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago
Video games

Marathon is in a sprint

Bungie's Marathon extraction shooter offers engaging gunplay and a bizarre sci-fi universe, but faces uncertain longevity in a volatile live-service market where games frequently fail and shut down.
fromGame Informer
1 month ago
Video games

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.
Video games
fromWGB
2 weeks ago

Remedy Steps Back From FBC: Firebreak but Keeps Game Alive, Adds A Friend Pass So People Can Play For Free

Remedy discontinues active development of FBC: Firebreak but ensures the game remains playable indefinitely with server maintenance, permanent price reduction to $20, and a free Friend Pass system allowing players to invite two friends.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Live-service games are a mess

Live-service games represent a new entertainment model focused on continuous content delivery, with Fortnite as the dominant success story, while most competitors have failed despite industry-wide pursuit of similar profitability.
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.
US politics
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Street Fighter Players Ask For Donations After ICE Detains Teammate

Ludovic Mbock, a competitive fighting-game player, has been detained by ICE; friends and community are fundraising to cover legal fees and seek his release.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

One Of The Most Popular Games In The World Will Be Free On Xbox This Weekend

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential subscribers can play EA Sports FC 26 for free during Free Play Days from January 15–18, 2026.
#crowdfunding
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.
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.
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
Software development
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Linux gaming developers join forces to form the Open Gaming Collective

Open Gaming Collective centralizes Linux gaming work to improve kernel, input tooling, essential packages, and cross-distro compatibility.
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
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Madden NFL 26 Is Free On Switch 2 Starting Tomorrow, But Only For A Limited Time

Just as the NFL playoffs heat up, Nintendo has announced that Madden NFL 26 will be available to try for free from January 15 through January 21 for Nintendo Switch Online members. It's the full game, not a limited slice of it, that Switch 2 owners can play for the duration of the free period. All save data will carry forward if players buy the full game. Additionally, Madden NFL 26 is 60% off through January 25, bringing the price down from $70 to $28.
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fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Heated Rivalry gets special Google treatment with cute season 2 message

Heated Rivalry may have been in our lives since the end of November but the internet's obsession with the series is still going strong. And Google has playfully referenced this whilst also looking ahead to season two. For those that have missed the furore until now - we can't imagine it's that many! - Heated Rivalry is the LGBTQ+ sports drama that has gripped the internet.
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fromThe Drum
1 month ago

Buying back E3

Stuart Avery and Mike Bennett regained control of E3 via a management buyout, returning the agency to independent leadership after growing to 45 staff.
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
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.
Games
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more | TechCrunch

Google Play expands gaming offerings with paid indie games, game trials, cross-platform play, wishlists, and community features to create a comprehensive gaming hub.
Marketing
fromTech Times
2 months ago

How 'Helldivers 2' Became a Viral Gaming Phenomenon Without Spending Millions on Marketing

Helldivers 2 became a dominant, multimillion-dollar gaming phenomenon through organic word-of-mouth, community engagement, and quality-focused development without major paid advertising.
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.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Logitech Clears Out G29 Driving Force Racing Wheel and Floor Pedals at Its Cheapest Price, Perfect for PlayStation and PC Gaming - Kotaku

Logitech G29 wheel and pedals kit available at Amazon for $270 (18% off), featuring realistic force feedback, 900° rotation, and pressure-sensitive pedals.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

NBA 2K26 Coming To GTA+ Soon As Rockstar's Subscription Service Expands

NBA 2K26 is being added to GTA+ subscription for a limited time from March 10 to April 20, with a bonus content pack and 20-percent discount for subscribers who want to keep it.
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.
#battle-royale
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fromEngadget
1 month ago

Call of Duty will add Black Ops Royale, a new free game mode coming March 13

Call of Duty launches Black Ops Royale, a free battle royale mode on March 13 featuring 100-player teams on the Avalon map with weapon scavenging and classic Blackout mechanics.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Call of Duty will add Black Ops Royale, a new free game mode coming March 13

Call of Duty launches Black Ops Royale, a free battle royale mode on March 13 featuring 100-player teams on the Avalon map with weapon scavenging and classic Blackout mechanics.
Video games
fromGame Informer
1 month ago

Check Out These Steam Next Fest Demos Picked By The Game Informer Staff

Steam Next Fest offers hundreds of game demos, with editors highlighting standout titles like SoulQuest and Arkheron that showcase innovative gameplay in action and battle royale genres.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Marathon Server Slam Twitch Drops And Rewards

Starting on February 26 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET and finishing on March 2 at the same time, the Marathon server slam is an opportunity for players to get their hands on the game ahead of launch. It'll also allow Bungie to test its infrastructure before the full Marathon release date lands.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Amazon continues retreat from games by ending publishing deal for open world racer

We're in active dialogue with partners who share our long-term ambition for the IP and look forward to sharing more later this year.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

New Xbox Boss Says She Hears Fans Who Want Exclusives Back

Freshly minted Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma has kicked off the newest era of Xbox leadership with an open thread on Elon Musk's social media platform. Coming from Microsoft's AI division, the former marketer with little experience in gaming faces a wave of skepticism from fans at the exact moment when trust in the Xbox brand has never been more challenged following waves of developer layoffs, game cancellations, and studio closures.
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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
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.
#splitgate
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fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Save On Dozens Of PC Games With These New Year Bundle Deals

Fanatical's January 2026 build-your-own bundles let buyers mix-and-match games with per-game prices falling as more titles are added, redeemable on Steam.
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.
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.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Krafton is trying to find its next PUBG

focus on its core gaming business while outlining a disciplined approach to building long-term Franchise IPs.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Geoff Keighley Says He Has No Financial Stake In Highguard

has been out for about 24 hours now, and surprisingly, one of the people getting flak for the perceived slight of its existence is Game Awards host Geoff Keighley. Wildlight Entertainment had originally planned to spiritual successor before Keighley approached them about featuring it in December's award show with a pimp spot, and now that the game is out and people are having...Highguard shadow-drop its Apex Legends passionate reactions to it, the host has been getting an odd amount of hate for it.
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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.
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Video games
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Online Gaming: An Entertainment Ecosystem Teeming with Opportunities

AI, cloud infrastructure, and smartphone adoption are transforming gaming into an accessible, personalized, cross-platform ecosystem that reduces hardware barriers and enhances social play.
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.
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