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#gaming-deals

Mobile UX

Fortnite returns to Google Play worldwide

fromwww.theverge.com

3 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.

fromGSMArena.com

Mobile UX

Fortnite returns to Google Play worldwide

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#gaming-industry

Social media marketing

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.

fromBusiness Matters

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

Social media marketing

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.

fromBusiness Matters

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

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.

The End Of April Is Absolutely Stacked On Xbox Game Pass

April's Game Pass releases include several day-one titles, with highlights like Vampire Crawlers and new games from Don't Nod and Double Fine.

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.

5 hours ago

The End Of April Is Absolutely Stacked On Xbox Game Pass

April's Game Pass releases include several day-one titles, with highlights like Vampire Crawlers and new games from Don't Nod and Double Fine.

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.

fromwww.marketingdive.com

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.

more#game-pass

Marketing tech

20 hours ago

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.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

6 hours ago

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

fromDigiday

16 hours ago

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

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.

Vue

Nvidia's Cloud Gaming Service is Now Available in India in Early Access

Nvidia launched early access to its GeForce Now cloud gaming service in India, allowing gamers to stream PC games without high-end hardware.

Vue

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.

Vue

Nvidia's Cloud Gaming Service is Now Available in India in Early Access

Nvidia launched early access to its GeForce Now cloud gaming service in India, allowing gamers to stream PC games without high-end hardware.

more#nvidia

Soccer (FIFA)

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How to watch Sidemen Charity Match 2026 stream online from anywhere

The Sidemen Charity Match features two teams of influencers competing at Wembley Stadium, streamed live on YouTube.

Television

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Hulu's biggest reality stars will be under one roof for Hulu's Get Real event and livestream

Hulu's Get Real House returns with a livestream event featuring reality stars and new announcements on April 22.

#sports-betting

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.

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.

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.

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.

Dallas Cowboys

fromInside The Star

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.

#meta

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.

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.

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.

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.

more#meta

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

fromLos Angeles Times

10 hours ago

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.

There's nothing like an RPG over vacation

People of Note is a music-themed RPG that offers a relaxing gaming experience while featuring a journey of an aspiring pop singer.

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.

1 hour 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.

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.

fromAV Club

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.

3 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.

#xbox

Tech industry

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

Games

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

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.

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

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

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.

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

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.

#indie-games

Video games

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

Video games

Indie Pass is a new subscription service just for indie games

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.

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.

more#indie-games

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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.

Digital life

4 weeks ago

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.

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.

3 weeks ago

Marathon Sales Look Soft So Far - PC By Far The Favoured Platform

Marathon has sold 1.2 million copies, generating approximately $48 million in revenue, with PC sales dominating the market.

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.

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.

3 weeks ago

Marathon Sales Look Soft So Far - PC By Far The Favoured Platform

Marathon has sold 1.2 million copies, generating approximately $48 million in revenue, with PC sales dominating the market.

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.

#gaming

Video games

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.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Video games

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 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.

fromwww.theguardian.com

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.

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 day ago

Developers Of Moon Child Resurface To Bask In All The Shitposts

Moon Child, an unreleased Amiga platformer, has gained renewed interest online, sparking nostalgia and creativity among fans and its original developers.

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.

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.

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will no longer support EA, Ubisoft, or GOG's third-party stores, and it is discontinuing subscriptions to Ubisoft Plus and Jackbox Games, canceling active subscriptions at the end of the billing cycle.

Games

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.

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.

Clair Obscur Makes History, Wins GOTY At All 5 Major Award Shows

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won all five major Game of the Year awards, a feat achieved by only one other game before.

Crimson Desert's First Month Was Full Of Big Updates And Neat Discoveries

Crimson Desert, a massive open-world RPG, has gained popularity despite mixed reviews and initial player feedback.

fromGame Informer

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.

fromApp Developer Magazine

NIKKE 3.5 anniversary update livestream coming soon

Level Infinite and Shift Up will reveal details of the 3.5 Anniversary update for Goddess of Victory Nikke in a livestream on April 18.

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.

fromGameSpot

The Biggest New Game Releases Of April 2026

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

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.

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

fromDiscover the Best Podcasts | Discover Pods

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.

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.

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.

Video games

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

fromTechCrunch

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.

Video games

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

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.

Marketing

fromThe Drum

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Marketing

fromThe Drum

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.

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.

Marketing

fromBusiness Matters

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.

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.

fromwww.theguardian.com

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.

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.

Fortnite is about to get a lot more gaming crossovers

Epic will expand Fortnite crossovers tied to Epic Games Store purchases, aiming for over 100 developer partnerships annually while boosting store sales and platform growth.

fromGame Informer