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The best puzzle games to play right now

Puzzles are a fundamental aspect of video games as a medium of entertainment.
Various types of puzzles, from adventure game mysteries to word games, play significant roles in the history and popularity of video games.

The 28 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2025

GTA VI's release has the potential to define 2025 as a landmark year in gaming.
2025 is packed with anticipated titles, despite few confirmed release dates.

February's Xbox Game Pass Offerings End Month With A Bang

A variety of genres in Microsoft's final February Xbox Game Pass games.
Selection includes RPGs, open-world adventures, sports simulators.

September Is Shaping Up To Be Packed Full Of Pleasant Games

September is shaping up to be an exciting month for video game releases, offering a variety of titles for players.

You'll Never Guess Which Video Games Baby Boomers Can't Stop Playing

Baby boomers' engagement in video gaming has increased significantly, now reaching 53%.
Social and nostalgic aspects of gaming appeal to baby boomers, influencing their participation in this recreational activity.

Our 27 Most Anticipated Games Of 2025

2025 is poised to be an exciting year for video games with many anticipated blockbusters lined up.

The best puzzle games to play right now

Puzzles are a fundamental aspect of video games as a medium of entertainment.
Various types of puzzles, from adventure game mysteries to word games, play significant roles in the history and popularity of video games.

The 28 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2025

GTA VI's release has the potential to define 2025 as a landmark year in gaming.
2025 is packed with anticipated titles, despite few confirmed release dates.

February's Xbox Game Pass Offerings End Month With A Bang

A variety of genres in Microsoft's final February Xbox Game Pass games.
Selection includes RPGs, open-world adventures, sports simulators.

September Is Shaping Up To Be Packed Full Of Pleasant Games

September is shaping up to be an exciting month for video game releases, offering a variety of titles for players.

You'll Never Guess Which Video Games Baby Boomers Can't Stop Playing

Baby boomers' engagement in video gaming has increased significantly, now reaching 53%.
Social and nostalgic aspects of gaming appeal to baby boomers, influencing their participation in this recreational activity.

Our 27 Most Anticipated Games Of 2025

2025 is poised to be an exciting year for video games with many anticipated blockbusters lined up.
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#indie-games

The 10 Best Indie Games of 2024, Ranked

Indie games are breaking into the mainstream and being recognized for innovation alongside blockbuster titles in 2024.

The Best Switch Games Of 2024 According To Metacritic

The Nintendo Switch in 2024 saw indie games outperform major releases, signaling a significant trend in gaming preferences.

Kotaku's Weekend Guide: 6 Games We Can't Wait To Get Back To

The gaming landscape requires new and innovative games to excel in art, mechanics, and creativity for successful sales.

An indie dev scraped Steam to research the perfect game

Steam data analysis reveals trends in game titles and genres, aiding indie developers in creating unique games.

25 Best Indie Games To Play In 2025

Indie games thrive on creativity and innovation, developed by small teams without large publisher support.

The cutest games from Wholesome Direct 2024

Wholesome Direct 2024 had a packed presentation with over 70 games, including new announcements and releases. Some highlighted games included Kamaeru, Squeakross, Discounty, and Moonstone Island.

The 10 Best Indie Games of 2024, Ranked

Indie games are breaking into the mainstream and being recognized for innovation alongside blockbuster titles in 2024.

The Best Switch Games Of 2024 According To Metacritic

The Nintendo Switch in 2024 saw indie games outperform major releases, signaling a significant trend in gaming preferences.

Kotaku's Weekend Guide: 6 Games We Can't Wait To Get Back To

The gaming landscape requires new and innovative games to excel in art, mechanics, and creativity for successful sales.

An indie dev scraped Steam to research the perfect game

Steam data analysis reveals trends in game titles and genres, aiding indie developers in creating unique games.

25 Best Indie Games To Play In 2025

Indie games thrive on creativity and innovation, developed by small teams without large publisher support.

The cutest games from Wholesome Direct 2024

Wholesome Direct 2024 had a packed presentation with over 70 games, including new announcements and releases. Some highlighted games included Kamaeru, Squeakross, Discounty, and Moonstone Island.
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#mobile-gaming

2024's Top Gaming Search Results Were Still Dominated By the New York Times

Connections and Strands dominated 2024's trending game searches, highlighting the rise of word games and free-to-play access on mobile platforms.

The Rise of Mobile Slots: Why Players in the UK Are Going App-Exclusive

Mobile slots are increasingly popular in the UK due to their convenience and quick gameplay on smartphones.

2024's Top Gaming Search Results Were Still Dominated By the New York Times

Connections and Strands dominated 2024's trending game searches, highlighting the rise of word games and free-to-play access on mobile platforms.

The Rise of Mobile Slots: Why Players in the UK Are Going App-Exclusive

Mobile slots are increasingly popular in the UK due to their convenience and quick gameplay on smartphones.
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Are the dragons in the dungeon with us right now?

2025 will see a rise in anticipated tabletop RPGs, focusing on familiar experiences outside of D&D, emphasizing player agency and character development.
#card-games

In 2024, We Went All-In On Card Games

The surge in popularity of card games in 2024 is noted, emphasizing the shared excitement and community involvement surrounding these games.

The best games within video games

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth features a compelling card game called Queen's Blood that distracts players from the main adventure.
Modern games feature immersive experiences like Queen's Blood and other mini-games that could stand alone.

In 2024, We Went All-In On Card Games

The surge in popularity of card games in 2024 is noted, emphasizing the shared excitement and community involvement surrounding these games.

The best games within video games

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth features a compelling card game called Queen's Blood that distracts players from the main adventure.
Modern games feature immersive experiences like Queen's Blood and other mini-games that could stand alone.
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#metroidvania

Ars Technica's top 20 video games of 2024

2024 saw fewer standout titles compared to 2023, making it challenging to compile a Top 20 list of best games.

The 10 best Metroidvanias to play right now

Metroidvania games emphasize nonlinear exploration and utility-based progression, with a renaissance in popularity through critically acclaimed independent developer-led titles.

Ars Technica's top 20 video games of 2024

2024 saw fewer standout titles compared to 2023, making it challenging to compile a Top 20 list of best games.

The 10 best Metroidvanias to play right now

Metroidvania games emphasize nonlinear exploration and utility-based progression, with a renaissance in popularity through critically acclaimed independent developer-led titles.
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Forget everything else at The Game Awards, between Like A Dragon dev RGG's mysterious new game and a semi-leaked thing, the real winners last night were lovers of early 20th century scraps

Mafia: The Old Country promises nostalgic gangster gameplay, while Project Century appears to redefine the gaming experience with potential for greatness.

The 15 Best RPGs Of 2024

The RPG genre is thriving with diverse offerings in 2024, highlighting innovation and a mixture of styles.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Directors Thrilled To Return To Series' Roots

Dragon Age: The Veilguard marks a return to BioWare's storytelling roots, prioritizing single-player experiences over industry trends like open-world games.

Continuing gaming's worst trend, you'll be able to play Avowed five days early as long as you're happy to fork over $90

Avowed's premium edition allows early access for $90, reflecting a troubling trend in gaming of monetizing playtime.

PS5 exclusive Stellar Blade is coming to PC

Stellar Blade is performing well as a PS5 exclusive, with plans for a PC port expected to boost sales further.
#microsoft

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Is Breaking Records For Xbox When It Needs Them Most

Black Ops 6 has set new records for player engagement and sales, proving its success post-Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

The PS5 Pro brings the game console's disc drive era to an end

The gaming industry is rapidly shifting toward disc-less consoles, indicating a decline in demand for physical game copies.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Is Breaking Records For Xbox When It Needs Them Most

Black Ops 6 has set new records for player engagement and sales, proving its success post-Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

The PS5 Pro brings the game console's disc drive era to an end

The gaming industry is rapidly shifting toward disc-less consoles, indicating a decline in demand for physical game copies.
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Sahara Becomes Latest Las Vegas Casino To Close Poker Room

The Sahara is closing its poker room to add more slot machines, highlighting a shift in casino gaming preferences.

Play-to-Earn Games: Fad or Promising Future? | HackerNoon

The future of play-to-earn gaming could be brighter than expected despite current challenges.

Casino Gamblers Skewing Younger, According To American Gaming Association

The casino industry is witnessing a demographic shift toward younger audiences due to innovations in gaming and the appeal of online platforms.

Halo: Flashpoint, a new miniatures game, has all the right moves

Halo: Flashpoint capitalizes on the popularity of miniatures games and draws from established mechanics to create an accessible yet engaging tabletop experience.

Waiting in virtual lines is apparently the best thing about the Roblox Universal game

Roblox players enjoy 'waiting in line' experiences as a social trend on TikTok, highlighting a unique twist on traditional theme park visits.
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EA Sports College Football Stays Strong For The Second Week In A Row On Most-Played Charts

EA Sports College Football 25 remains popular on consoles, while Counter-Strike 2 and Elden Ring maintain their positions on Steam.

The Games We're Still Most Looking Forward to in 2024

Excitement for new game releases in 2024 continues
Regular updates on new game releases throughout the year

EA Sports College Football Stays Strong For The Second Week In A Row On Most-Played Charts

EA Sports College Football 25 remains popular on consoles, while Counter-Strike 2 and Elden Ring maintain their positions on Steam.

The Games We're Still Most Looking Forward to in 2024

Excitement for new game releases in 2024 continues
Regular updates on new game releases throughout the year
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Gori: Cuddly Carnage Studio Is Giving Away A Furry Xbox Series X

Developers creating unique and unusual console and controller designs inspired by Deadpool and Wolverine's style.

Elden Ring And Fortnite Lose Ground As The Most Popular Games, And A New Shooter Emerges

The list of the top ten most-played games across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam for the week ending July 6 is revealed by Cyrena.

Analogue Pocket is getting classy with a limited-edition Aluminum chassis - Yanko Design

Handheld gaming consoles often utilize plastic for its durability, lightweight, and affordability, but premium versions like the Analogue Pocket Aluminum offer a more stylish and high-end alternative.

Foldable game controller concept solves portability in a different way - Yanko Design

Gaming on the go is increasingly popular, leading to a rise in portable game controller designs like foldable devices.

8 Final Fantasy Games Are Leaving PlayStation Plus Next Month

PlayStation Plus is removing 25 games in May, including 8 Final Fantasy titles from Extra and Premium tiers.

You're All Playing Fallout Again, You Irradiated Sheep

The streaming of the Fallout TV series on Amazon Prime has driven a significant increase in player numbers across various Fallout games, breaking previous records.

The Case For 'Simple' Games Like Content Warning

Capturing moments of fun with friends through reckless stunts is a common theme, now integrated into gaming with Content Warning.

The best video games of 2024, so far

Games in 2024 are unpredictable and cater to unique tastes and surprises.
The article predicts a shift towards new and weird gaming experiences rather than classic franchise releases.

All of the 2024 gaming trends (big and small) that you need to know about. (Sponsored)

More free-to-play games are becoming popular
Cross-platform gaming and VR gaming are on the rise

New Report Shows TikTok Usage Is Rising Among Teen Users, While Snapchat Remains a Key Connector

Nearly 20% of kids visited the OpenAI website in 2023, making it the 18th most visited site among this cohort.
The report covers topics such as parental supervision, gaming trends, education apps, and key engagement behaviors among younger users.

Xbox Game Pass Gets Some Must-Play Games In July

Xbox Game Pass adds new games monthly, offering a mix of big and small titles for subscribers.
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