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#gaming-launch

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 4/20/26

A variety of crowdfunding board games are featured, including solo and co-op options, strategic gameplay, and travel-friendly designs.

28 minutes ago

New Call of Duty games will no longer be part of Xbox's Game Pass

Xbox Game Pass prices are reduced, but future Call of Duty titles will not launch on the service.

#gaming-industry

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.

1 week ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.

Video games

Games Are Losing The Attention War With Gambling And OnlyFans

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.

1 week ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.

Video games

Games Are Losing The Attention War With Gambling And OnlyFans

How Top Creators Build Audiences With Product-Market Fit

Brands must prioritize quality content and audience connection over mere reach to succeed in modern marketing.

Digital life

fromwww.npr.org

7 hours ago

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gets a price cut but loses new Call of Duty games

Microsoft is reducing the prices of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass due to concerns about affordability and changes in Call of Duty availability.

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

Asha Sharma is reevaluating Game Pass pricing to enhance value for players on Xbox.

25 minutes ago

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate gets a price cut but loses new Call of Duty games

Microsoft is reducing the prices of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass due to concerns about affordability and changes in Call of Duty availability.

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

Asha Sharma is reevaluating Game Pass pricing to enhance value for players on Xbox.

impact.com Expands YouTube Collaboration with Creator Partnerships API Adoption

impact.com expands collaboration with YouTube to enhance creator marketing campaign management using verified data.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

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12 hours ago

Erstwhile Competition; What We Lose By Gamifying The News | AdExchanger

ChatGPT Ads currently lacks advanced targeting options and news publishers are experimenting with gamified news prediction markets.

Cryptocurrency

19 hours ago

N3on's calculated chaos: How a top livestreamer built his career

N3on, a top livestreamer, gained fame through viral moments and earns significant income from streaming and brand partnerships.

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.

Tech industry

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Meta raises the price of its Quest VR headsets

Meta is increasing prices for its Quest VR headsets due to rising hardware costs, with price hikes ranging from $50 to $100.

Silicon Valley

fromSFGATE

17 hours ago

Meta continues Reality Labs layoffs as even larger cuts reportedly loom

Meta laid off over 700 employees in California, primarily from its Reality Labs division, amid ongoing financial losses and plans for further global cuts.

Tech industry

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Meta raises the price of its Quest VR headsets

Meta is increasing prices for its Quest VR headsets due to rising hardware costs, with price hikes ranging from $50 to $100.

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The UK online casino market in 2026: Regulation, revenue, and what's driving growth - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The remote casino sector, which is industry jargon for online gaming, is the undisputed heavyweight champion of the market. It quietly overtook traditional sports betting a few years ago and hasn't looked back since.

Poker

Psychology

fromThe Hollywood Reporter

19 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.

Television

fromApp Developer Magazine

Microdramas Platform Verza TV Shifts Strategy Just 4 Months After Launch (Exclusive)

Verza TV is evolving to include horizontal videos and user-generated content while maintaining a focus on mobile entertainment.

Business intelligence

The App Economy Is Thriving

The app economy significantly contributes to the U.S. economy, generating over $1 trillion annually and supporting 2.6 million jobs.

Tech industry

fromTheregister

Indonesia's game rating system leaks developer creds

Indonesia's game rating system is suspended due to a leak of developer credentials and unreleased game footage.

#youtube

Online marketing

Reaching a Gen Z audience for YouTube during the World Cup

fromTechCrunch

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.

fromAdExchanger

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.

Online marketing

Reaching a Gen Z audience for YouTube during the World Cup

fromTechCrunch

YouTube livestreams will now hold back ads during peak engagement to protect the vibe | TechCrunch

YouTube will hold back ads during peak chat engagement to enhance viewer experience and reward supporters with ad-free moments.

fromAdExchanger

Hot Take: YouTube Shouldn't Rely On Creators To Convince Brands It's TV | AdExchanger

YouTube aims to position itself as a television alternative to attract larger advertising budgets.

Even The Lead Singer Of Imagine Dragons Can Barely Get Anyone To Play His Live-Service Game - Kotaku

Last Flag, a new 5v5 hero shooter by Dan Reynolds, struggles to attract players despite its unique concept and celebrity backing.

#sports-betting

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Chicago Cubs

Can I Live Stream Sporting Events in a Sportsbook App? Sportsbook Streaming in 2026 - Bleacher Nation

Poker

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More Than Half of Men Aged 18 to 49 Have Already Fallen Into Online Sports Betting

Sports betting has surged in popularity since 2018, raising concerns over addiction and financial issues among Americans.

fromBleacher Nation

Chicago Cubs

Can I Live Stream Sporting Events in a Sportsbook App? Sportsbook Streaming in 2026 - Bleacher Nation

Poker

fromFuturism

More Than Half of Men Aged 18 to 49 Have Already Fallen Into Online Sports Betting

Sports betting has surged in popularity since 2018, raising concerns over addiction and financial issues among Americans.

What's Behind The NFL Gaming Craze? " Inside The Star

NFL gaming is expanding rapidly, driven by popular franchises like Madden and a growing global fanbase.

Vue

fromGadgets 360

GeForce Now Explained: What Is It, Features, Subscription Plans and More

Nvidia GeForce Now launches in India, enabling cloud gaming without high-end hardware through streaming from powerful remote servers.

Growth hacking

fromInfoQ

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.

Britain's gaming industry needs a power-up or risks losing its crown to France, Ireland and Australia

Britain's video games industry risks losing talent and intellectual property to overseas rivals without improved tax and investment incentives.

The Week In Game Releases: Pragmata, Windrose, And More

Two lesser-known game releases this week are Regions of Ruin: Runegate and Windrose, both generating interest among gamers.

UK politics

Britain's gaming industry needs a power-up or risks losing its crown to France, Ireland and Australia

Britain's video games industry risks losing talent and intellectual property to overseas rivals without improved tax and investment incentives.

The Week In Game Releases: Pragmata, Windrose, And More

Two lesser-known game releases this week are Regions of Ruin: Runegate and Windrose, both generating interest among gamers.

more#video-games

fromTheregister

The only technology that died more times than VR is AI

Neal Stephenson argues that the metaverse is dead, particularly in light of the failure of Meta's Horizon Worlds, which raises significant concerns about the future of virtual reality.

Wearables

fromwww.theverge.com

23 hours ago

Fortnite developers can make AI characters now just don't try to date them

Epic Games introduces an AI conversations tool for Fortnite, allowing creators to develop unscripted, interactive NPCs for player engagement.

#gaming

11 hours ago

Games

Tamatem acquires Playable Factory to expand into AI-enabled ad tech

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Video games

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

Growth hacking

The efficiency economy: Why modern consumers are redefining value in the global gaming market - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Video games

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

11 hours ago

Tamatem acquires Playable Factory to expand into AI-enabled ad tech

Tamatem acquired Playable Factory to enhance user acquisition through interactive ads and focus on an AI-first game platform.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

The pandemic significantly increased gaming engagement, with mobile gaming becoming a key focus for brands and content creators.

Growth hacking

The efficiency economy: Why modern consumers are redefining value in the global gaming market - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Game top-ups have evolved into a strategic tool for busy professionals seeking efficiency in gaming.

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.

Why OpenAI is 'running at lightning speed' to build an ad business

OpenAI is rapidly developing its ad business to compete with established players like Google and Meta.

fromDigiday

As upfront negotiations near, buyers chart path through complex sports market

Fragmentation of sports broadcasting complicates viewing for fans and advertising strategies for brands.

10 years in gaming: Sportfive shares lessons from its first decade in interactive media

Sportfive's gaming department, which started with just three dedicated employees in 2016, has now expanded to a robust team of 80, highlighting the agency's commitment to the gaming sector.

Marketing

fromLos Angeles Times

fromwww.marketingdive.com

The Dodgers of esports: How L.A.'s Liquid Guild won the attention of over 100,000 people

The Race to World First in World of Warcraft is a competitive event where teams race to complete difficult content first, requiring extensive preparation and teamwork.

Marketing tech

Creator marketing now a core media channel' while search slows: IAB

Digital advertising revenue reached $294.6 billion in 2025, driven by video, creator content, and performance media despite economic challenges.

fromObserver

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.

Slay The Spire 2 Outlines A Big Roadmap But Devs Aren't Rushing

Mega Crit reveals new content roadmap for Slay the Spire 2, including The Bestiary and new game modes, but no specific release dates.

#pragmata

fromWGB

Video games

Pragmata Has Aready Sold A Load Of Copies

Pragmata sold over a million copies in three days due to effective marketing and multi-platform support.

21 hours ago

It's Such A Relief To See A Cool Game Like Pragmata Succeed

Pragmata's success shows that innovative games can thrive in a challenging market, while Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 continues the franchise with new character creation.

fromWGB

Pragmata Has Aready Sold A Load Of Copies

Pragmata sold over a million copies in three days due to effective marketing and multi-platform support.

21 hours ago

It's Such A Relief To See A Cool Game Like Pragmata Succeed

Pragmata's success shows that innovative games can thrive in a challenging market, while Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 continues the franchise with new character creation.

Netflix is adding a vertical video feed to compete with YouTube

Netflix will launch a redesigned mobile app featuring a TikTok-like vertical video feed focused on promoting its shows and movies.

fromEngadget

Panic says the Playdate Catalog won't accept games made with generative AI

Panic will not accept games using generative AI for art, audio, music, text, or dialog in the Playdate Catalog.

fromEngadget

23 hours ago

Ball x Pit's next update adds 11 more balls to the fray on April 27

The upcoming update for Ball x Pit introduces new characters, balls, passive upgrades, and a new building, enhancing gameplay dynamics.

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

The expanding digital entertainment economy in the United States | East Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

The entertainment and media industry is projected to exceed $3.5 trillion in revenue by 2029, driven by digital entertainment growth.

#online-gaming

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fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

Digital life

Cultural Codes in Gaming: How Innovation Is Rewriting the Rules

Digital life

How Technology Is Changing Online Gaming Culture

Digital life

fromLondon On The Inside

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

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.

Digital life

How Technology Is Changing Online Gaming Culture

Online gaming culture has evolved significantly due to advanced technology while retaining classic values like challenge, fairness, and storytelling.

Marathon's Mercy Kits Are Being Used For The Cruelest Trolling

Marathon is an exceptionally unforgiving extraction shooter, with new updates introducing Mercy Kits that can be used for both cooperation and trolling.

fromGadgets 360

Marathon Review: Bungie's Slick FPS Is One of the Best Shooters in Years

Marathon by Bungie offers a hardcore, immersive shooter experience but may lack broad appeal due to its complexity and niche design.

2 days ago

Marathon's Mercy Kits Are Being Used For The Cruelest Trolling

Marathon is an exceptionally unforgiving extraction shooter, with new updates introducing Mercy Kits that can be used for both cooperation and trolling.

fromGadgets 360

Marathon Review: Bungie's Slick FPS Is One of the Best Shooters in Years

Marathon by Bungie offers a hardcore, immersive shooter experience but may lack broad appeal due to its complexity and niche design.

Iron Galaxy Slashes More Developers In An Attempt To Survive

Iron Galaxy is laying off up to 90 employees due to changing market conditions and the need to adapt to a new business model.

fromEngadget

Cyberpunk platformers, gallivanting geckos and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game showcases and events are highlighting new titles and updates in the indie gaming space this weekend.

Fairgames Has An Extraction Shooter Mode As Marathon Struggles

Fairgames features a new mode called 'Cargo Heist' that involves completing objectives and extracting loot in a multiplayer heist shooter format.

2 weeks 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.

Arc Raiders Death Spiral Is A Problem Other Games Would Kill For

Arc Raiders has seen a significant decline in player numbers, while the Call of Duty movie is set for release on June 30, 2028.

fromThe Atlantic

2 weeks 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

Poker

How Crash-Style Gaming Platforms Are Driving Digital Revenue

Crash-style games generate substantial revenue through rapid game cycles, minimal operating costs, and high player engagement driven by simple mechanics and fast-paced gameplay.

Players Use Epic For Freebies But Then Just Go Back To Steam

Epic Games Store is popular for free games but struggles to compete with Steam and faces criticism for rushed projects.

3 weeks 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.

fromGameSpot

1 week ago

The Biggest New Game Releases Of April 2026

April 2026 features highly anticipated game releases including Starfield, Darwin's Paradox, and Pokemon Champions.

fromWGB

Starfield Sales On PS5 Don't Look Great

Starfield sold 140k copies on PlayStation, generating $7.7 million, but overall sales are underwhelming compared to expectations for a major title.

fromDiscover the Best Podcasts | Discover Pods

Capcom's Killing It Right Now With Pragmata And Resident Evil

Capcom has transformed from a struggling company to a leading game developer with successful titles like Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem.

Podcast

Your Listening Guide to the Best Gaming Podcasts in 2026

Gaming culture has achieved mainstream legitimacy, with storytelling and community experiences defining quality games more than technical specifications or graphics.

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.

Marketing

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.

from48 hills

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.

2 weeks 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.

Marketing

How Digital Gaming Trends Are Reshaping Modern Entertainment Businesses

Crypto-enabled digital gaming transforms audience behavior, monetization, and engagement strategies for entertainment businesses by enabling transparency, speed, personalization, and new payment models.

Marketing tech

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.

fromReadWrite

Gambling challenges video game industry growth in 2026 - report

For years, gambling lived on the outer edges of the video game business. It was boxed in by geography, hemmed in by regulation, and treated as culturally separate from mainstream gaming. However, the wall has now largely come down. The State of Video Gaming in 2026 by Epyllion's CEO Matthew Ball argues that gambling, especially iGaming, online sports betting, and prediction markets, has become one of the biggest forces redirecting how players use their time and money.

Digital life

Marketing

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.

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.

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.

fromGameSpot

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.

fromGame Informer