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Xbox Is Said To Be Having "very, very, very big discussions " About Exclusivity

Changes may be coming to Xbox's multiplatform approach under new leadership, with discussions on exclusivity being a significant focus.

Xbox CEO called Game Pass 'too expensive for players' in a leaked memo

Asha Sharma acknowledges Game Pass pricing issues and plans to evolve it for better value and flexibility.

4 days ago

Project Helix Swag Has Already Begun Circulating With Influencers

Xbox is struggling with sales and leadership changes, launching Project Helix merchandise despite the console's release being years away.

3 hours ago

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

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

Tech industry

Xbox Is Said To Be Having "very, very, very big discussions " About Exclusivity

Changes may be coming to Xbox's multiplatform approach under new leadership, with discussions on exclusivity being a significant focus.

Xbox CEO called Game Pass 'too expensive for players' in a leaked memo

Asha Sharma acknowledges Game Pass pricing issues and plans to evolve it for better value and flexibility.

4 days ago

Project Helix Swag Has Already Begun Circulating With Influencers

Xbox is struggling with sales and leadership changes, launching Project Helix merchandise despite the console's release being years away.

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.

Tech industry

5 hours ago

Meta Quest headset prices are going up on April 19

Meta is raising prices for Quest headsets due to rising RAM costs, with the Quest 3 increasing by $100 to $599.

Poker

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1 hour ago

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.

#epic-games

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Business

Epic's Head Of HR Is Out Less Than A Month After Mass Layoffs

Epic Is Reportedly Making A Disney-Themed Extraction Shooter

Epic is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November.

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Business

Epic's Head Of HR Is Out Less Than A Month After Mass Layoffs

Epic Is Reportedly Making A Disney-Themed Extraction Shooter

Epic is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November.

DC food

Crimson Desert's Endgame Is Just Cosplay Now

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10 hours ago

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies within a month of its release.

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DC food

Crimson Desert's Endgame Is Just Cosplay Now

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10 hours ago

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies within a month of its release.

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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.

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Media industry

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 learning

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What Is Immersive Learning In Corporate Training? Examples, Benefits, And Strategies

Immersive learning enhances corporate training by providing realistic, interactive experiences that improve engagement and on-the-job performance.

Graphic design

Nvidia Says Pragmata Looks 'Improved' With Path Tracing, Is Wrong

Big tech's attempts to enhance art often result in visuals lacking depth and artistic intent, leading to poor comparisons and washed-out images.

Information security

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'Grand Theft Auto' publisher Rockstar hit by hackers again | Computer Weekly

Rockstar Games faces a cyber attack from ShinyHunters, threatening to release data after extortion demands were rejected.

Digital life

fromwww.wanderwithjo.com

The Digital Nomad's Guide to Online Entertainment: What Works in the UK

Understanding the digital landscape in the UK is crucial for travelers, as many apps and services differ from other regions.

London startup

Government doubles down on gaming with 30m funding package as sector eyes global growth

The UK government has launched a £30 million funding initiative to support the video games sector, including a £28.5 million UK Games Fund.

22 hours ago

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.

Artificial intelligence

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What leaked "SteamGPT" files could mean for the PC gaming platform's use of AI

Valve is integrating AI tools, named SteamGPT, to enhance internal evaluations of in-game incidents and analyze suspicious accounts.

22 hours ago

Steam Adding 30-Day Lowest Price Feature, According To Leak

Dataminers found code referencing 'Price History' and '30-Day Low,' suggesting Valve plans to implement a feature showing a game's lowest recent price, helping users avoid overpaying.

Games

GTA Online Is Bringing In Around Half A Billion Dollars Per Year

GTA Online generates approximately $498.8M annually, significantly outperforming Red Dead Online's $26.4M.

23 hours ago

GTA 6's Biggest Competition Is GTA Online

GTA Online generates over $1 million daily, raising questions about its future as GTA 6 approaches release.

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GTA Online Is Bringing In Around Half A Billion Dollars Per Year

GTA Online generates approximately $498.8M annually, significantly outperforming Red Dead Online's $26.4M.

23 hours ago

GTA 6's Biggest Competition Is GTA Online

GTA Online generates over $1 million daily, raising questions about its future as GTA 6 approaches release.

BEACN Creates A Voice-First Headset, Releasing Spring 2026

BEACN launched a premium wireless headset focused on delivering high-quality voice and sound for online communication.

Information security

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GTA-maker Rockstar Games hacked again but downplays impact

Rockstar Games experienced a data breach by hackers demanding ransom, but the company claims it has no impact on its operations or players.

Ex-PlayStation Exec Calls The Outlook For Xbox Game Pass 'Grim'

Game Pass faces scrutiny over its sustainability and pricing amid mixed industry opinions on its impact on game development.

Xbox Boss Admits Game Has Become "too expensive", Hints At Big Changes To The Service

Asha Sharma plans to make Game Pass more flexible and potentially cheaper, addressing concerns about its current pricing model.

Even Xbox's New Boss Thinks Game Pass Is Too Expensive

Game Pass prices have doubled, prompting a need for a more flexible and valuable subscription model according to Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma.

4 hours ago

Ex-PlayStation Exec Calls The Outlook For Xbox Game Pass 'Grim'

Game Pass faces scrutiny over its sustainability and pricing amid mixed industry opinions on its impact on game development.

Xbox Boss Admits Game Has Become "too expensive", Hints At Big Changes To The Service

Asha Sharma plans to make Game Pass more flexible and potentially cheaper, addressing concerns about its current pricing model.

Even Xbox's New Boss Thinks Game Pass Is Too Expensive

Game Pass prices have doubled, prompting a need for a more flexible and valuable subscription model according to Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma.

GameStop Is Taking Pokemon Card Gambling To The Masses

GameStop will launch its digital Power Packs program for trading cards to the general public on April 15, 2026.

#gaming

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Video games

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

Video games

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

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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.

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.

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.

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 10

Charles mistakenly wrote about a movie instead of video games last week.

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.

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 10

Charles mistakenly wrote about a movie instead of video games last week.

Roblox's AI assistant gets new agentic tools to plan, build, and test games | TechCrunch

Roblox is enhancing its AI tools to assist developers in planning, building, and testing games more effectively.

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Video games

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

Roblox has games again

Roblox is returning to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' to better resonate with users and reflect its platform.

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3 hours ago

Roblox's AI assistant gets new agentic tools to plan, build, and test games | TechCrunch

Roblox is enhancing its AI tools to assist developers in planning, building, and testing games more effectively.

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Video games

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

Roblox has games again

Roblox is returning to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' to better resonate with users and reflect its platform.

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.

Do You Need Nintendo Switch Online To Play Pokemon Champions?

Pokemon Champions is a free-to-start online battle game available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, requiring only an internet connection to play.

1 hour ago

Blizzard just made Overwatch's best mode much worse

The developers say they modified Mystery Heroes "to help keep the mode's casual pace intact while mitigating some of the more extreme pain points it's had in the past." Removing perks helps players clock what's going on a bit faster, but it diminishes the fun.

Video games

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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.

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.

Digital life

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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.

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Why slot gaming remains so popular in the UK - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Slot gaming remains popular in the UK due to nostalgia, innovation, accessibility, and a deep-rooted cultural connection.

#fortnite

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4 weeks ago

Mobile UX

Fortnite returns to Google Play worldwide

Fortnite's New Peak Skin Costs Twice As Much As The Indie Game

Fortnite's new Peak-themed skin costs over twice the price of the actual game on Steam.

Video games

All The Free Fortnite Cosmetics Available To Unlock Right Now

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4 weeks ago

Mobile UX

Fortnite returns to Google Play worldwide

Fortnite's New Peak Skin Costs Twice As Much As The Indie Game

Fortnite's new Peak-themed skin costs over twice the price of the actual game on Steam.

Video games

All The Free Fortnite Cosmetics Available To Unlock Right Now

Battlefield 6 Getting 7 New Maps This Year, Plus A Server Browser And More

Battlefield 6 is set to enhance gameplay with new maps and features, addressing player demands for larger maps and quality improvements.

Games Workshop brings seven classic Warhammer games to Steam for the first time

Games Workshop has re-released older Warhammer and Warhammer 40K games on Steam, along with a Classics sale offering discounts.

91-Year-Old Who Received Wellness Check From Police Was Busy Gaming

A wellness check on a 91-year-old woman revealed she was engrossed in gaming, missing calls and police visits.

The Biggest New Game Releases Of April 2026

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

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.

Microsoft's new Xbox Gamepad Cursor adds a virtual mouse to handhelds

Microsoft is testing a virtual mouse cursor for Xbox mode on Windows handhelds, allowing gamepad control for non-controller-friendly apps.

Microsoft Might Be Considering Removing Call Of Duty From Game Pass

Microsoft may remove Call of Duty from Game Pass due to its impact on revenue and traditional sales.

Microsoft's new Xbox Gamepad Cursor adds a virtual mouse to handhelds

Microsoft is testing a virtual mouse cursor for Xbox mode on Windows handhelds, allowing gamepad control for non-controller-friendly apps.

Microsoft Might Be Considering Removing Call Of Duty From Game Pass

Microsoft may remove Call of Duty from Game Pass due to its impact on revenue and traditional sales.

The Division Was Originally A World Of Warcraft Clone, Says Ubisoft

The Division was originally conceived as a World of Warcraft-like MMORPG before evolving into a third-person looter shooter.

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.

Starfield Leaks For Switch 2 As The Flood Of Ports Ramps Up

The Switch 2 is beginning to see more current-gen game ports, including a rumored version of Starfield and upcoming titles from Bethesda.

Poker

1 month ago

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.

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Valve Reportedly Working on SteamGPT Tool for Steam Support, CS2 Anti-Cheat

Valve is developing an AI tool called SteamGPT for Steam to assist with support and anti-cheat measures for Counter-Strike 2.

PlayStation Plus April catalog adds include Horizon Remastered, Squirrel with a Gun and Frank Stone

April's PlayStation Plus lineup includes various games, with notable titles like Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered and The Crew Motorfest available on April 21.

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.

2 weeks 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.

Disney Removes A Bunch More Games From Steam With No Warning

Disney has removed over 29 games from Steam without warning, raising concerns about potential exclusivity with Epic Games.

Epic is reportedly building an extraction shooter for Disney

Disney's $1.5 billion investment in Epic aims to create an entertainment universe, with a Disney-themed extraction shooter set for release in November.

Disney Removes A Bunch More Games From Steam With No Warning

Disney has removed over 29 games from Steam without warning, raising concerns about potential exclusivity with Epic Games.

Epic is reportedly building an extraction shooter for Disney

Disney's $1.5 billion investment in Epic aims to create an entertainment universe, with a Disney-themed extraction shooter set for release in November.

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.

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.

YouTuber Challenges Valve To Beat His $950 DIY Steam Machine

Zac Builds created a DIY Steam Machine for $950, outperforming Valve's yet-to-be-released device.

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

#game-development

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Ludo.ai Unveils API and MCP Beta to Power AI Game Asset Pipelines

Ludo.ai's new API and Model Context Protocol streamline game asset creation, enhancing workflow efficiency for developers and studios.

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.

fromApp Developer Magazine

Ludo.ai Unveils API and MCP Beta to Power AI Game Asset Pipelines

Ludo.ai's new API and Model Context Protocol streamline game asset creation, enhancing workflow efficiency for developers and studios.

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.

more#game-development

Slay The Spire 2, One Month Later

Slay the Spire 2 launched in early access on March 5, 2023, facing both immense popularity and significant challenges since its release.

Marketing tech

fromThe Drum

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.

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.

Xbox Tries To Shut Down Rumors Of A GTA 6-Fueled Fable Delay

Fable's release may be delayed to early 2027 due to concerns about competition with GTA 6.

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.

Dragon Age: Inquisition Servers Going Offline Later This Month - Kotaku

Dragon Age: Inquisition's PS3 servers will shut down after 12 years, highlighting the contrast between enduring single-player experiences and short-lived multiplayer games.

Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game space features new releases and upcoming titles, including updates on various games and showcases.

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.

15 Big Indie Games You Should Be Paying Attention To Right Now

The Triple-i Initiative showcase revealed new games, updates, and demos, highlighting indie titles like Belmont's Curse and others from various developers.

fromArs Technica

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.

4 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.

1 month 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.

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.

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.