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#unreal-engine-5

Psychology

The Science of Seeing Differently Through Virtual Reality

fromThe Drum

2 months ago

Fundraising

A break from reality: Is VR really going to be the next big thing?

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.

Psychology

fromPsychology Today

The Science of Seeing Differently Through Virtual Reality

Virtual reality can immerse individuals in experiences of bias, but it may also reinforce existing prejudices if not carefully designed.

fromThe Drum

2 months ago

Fundraising

A break from reality: Is VR really going to be the next big thing?

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.

Social media marketing

fromThedrum

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.

15 hours ago

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.

Graphic design

fromAxios

15 hours ago

"Digital fantasy"; AI hair, makeup put perfection further out of reach

AI-generated content creates unrealistic beauty standards and challenges for artists in the beauty industry.

#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.

They bought property in the metaverse. Then it collapsed

Investors initially saw great potential in the metaverse, but recent struggles and low user engagement have led to significant setbacks.

Wearables

fromTheregister

The only technology that died more times than VR is AI

The death of Horizon Worlds raises questions about the future of the metaverse.

Venture

fromFast Company

They bought property in the metaverse. Then it collapsed

Investors initially saw great potential in the metaverse, but recent struggles and low user engagement have led to significant setbacks.

Wearables

fromTheregister

The only technology that died more times than VR is AI

The death of Horizon Worlds raises questions about the future of the metaverse.

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.

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.

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.

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.

more#nvidia

fromGamesBeat

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

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

#roblox

Software development

Roblox AI assistant gets agentic tools to plan, build, and self-test games

fromTechCrunch

Video games

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

fromGamesBeat

Video games

Roblox is turning its product roadmap into advertising inventory

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Video games

Roblox has games again

Software development

Roblox AI assistant gets agentic tools to plan, build, and self-test games

Roblox is enhancing its AI assistant with capabilities for planning, procedural generation, and self-correction, transforming it into a junior development partner.

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.

fromGamesBeat

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.

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.

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.

Python Game Development (Learning Path) - Real Python

Python game development offers a comprehensive learning path from command-line games to full 2D graphical games.

#crimson-desert

DC food

Crimson Desert's Endgame Is Just Cosplay Now

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

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

DC food

Crimson Desert's Endgame Is Just Cosplay Now

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

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

more#crimson-desert

UX design

fromEast Bay Express | Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda

Phenomenon Studio: AI-Driven UI/UX Innovations Defining the 2026 Design Evolution - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

AI is now essential in UI/UX design, enabling anticipatory interfaces that enhance user experience and drive business success.

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

fromeLearning Industry

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.

Gadgets

fromgizmodo.com

Alienware's $350 QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Nixes Everything for a Pretty Screen

Alienware's AW2726DM is a budget-friendly 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor priced at $350, but sacrifices many features for affordability.

Information security

fromComputerWeekly.com

'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.

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.

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.

#gaming

fromwww.engadget.com

Gadgets

Sony Inzone's latest monitor boasts a blazing 720Hz panel for competitive gamers

fromThedrum

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

Gadgets

fromwww.engadget.com

Sony Inzone's latest monitor boasts a blazing 720Hz panel for competitive gamers

Sony's new Inzone M10S II monitor features up to 720Hz refresh rate and costs $1,100, targeting dedicated gamers.

fromThedrum

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.

Fortune's Run Is Due A New Update Now Its Dev Is Out Of Prison

Dizzie, the developer of Fortune's Run, has been released from prison and is resuming work on the game after a year-long pause.

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

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

Sony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes

Following the acquisition, the Cinemersive Labs team will join SIE's Visual Computing Group (VCG) and contribute to our broader efforts in advancing state of the art visual computing within games. This includes applying machine learning to enhance gameplay visuals, improve rendering techniques, and unlock new levels of visual fidelity for players.

Marketing tech

European startups

fromTNW | Android

Decentraland launches on Epic Games Store and Android as metaverse goes multiplatform

Decentraland is shifting strategy by launching on popular platforms to increase user access and engagement in the metaverse.

Wearables

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.

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.

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.

PS6 Leak Hints at Big AI Push, Major Ray Tracing Leap Over PS5

PS6 is expected to significantly enhance ray tracing and AI-driven graphics compared to PS5 and PS5 Pro.

Next Metro Game Will Reportedly Be Revealed at an Xbox Show This Week

A new Metro game titled Metro 2039 is expected to be revealed at an Xbox event this week.

fromArs Technica

Making games in a war zone: Metro 2039's Ukrainian developers speak out

Metro 2039's development has been profoundly influenced by the ongoing war, shaping its narrative around choices, consequences, and the struggle for a future.

Next Metro Game Will Reportedly Be Revealed at an Xbox Show This Week

A new Metro game titled Metro 2039 is expected to be revealed at an Xbox event this week.

fromArs Technica

Making games in a war zone: Metro 2039's Ukrainian developers speak out

Metro 2039's development has been profoundly influenced by the ongoing war, shaping its narrative around choices, consequences, and the struggle for a future.

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.

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.

Starfield Crashes A Ton On PS5 As Some Players Ask For Refunds

Starfield on PS5 is plagued with severe bugs and crashes, leading players to seek refunds and shelf the game.

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.

Starfield Crashes A Ton On PS5 As Some Players Ask For Refunds

Starfield on PS5 is plagued with severe bugs and crashes, leading players to seek refunds and shelf the game.

Nvidia's DLSS 5 uses generative AI to boost photo-realism in video games, with ambitions beyond gaming | TechCrunch

Nvidia introduced DLSS 5, combining 3D graphics with generative AI to create realistic video game visuals using less computational power, with applications extending beyond gaming into enterprise computing.

We Spoke To Game Devs And All Of Them Hate DLSS 5: 'What The F***, Nvidia?'

Nvidia's DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology faces widespread criticism from developers and gamers for distorting faces, altering artistic vision, and imposing unwanted aesthetic changes on games.

Data science

fromTechCrunch

Nvidia's DLSS 5 uses generative AI to boost photo-realism in video games, with ambitions beyond gaming | TechCrunch

We Spoke To Game Devs And All Of Them Hate DLSS 5: 'What The F***, Nvidia?'

Nvidia's DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology faces widespread criticism from developers and gamers for distorting faces, altering artistic vision, and imposing unwanted aesthetic changes on games.

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.

The Biggest New Game Releases Of April 2026

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

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.

fromThe Atlantic

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

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.

#arc-raiders

Video games

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.

Video games

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.

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.

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.

more#arc-raiders

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.

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.

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.

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.

A PS5 Exclusive Is Finally Coming Back To PS Plus 2 Years Later

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered makes a number of visual overhauls to the sci-fi epic that border on artistic reinterpretations. It also comes with more NPCs and other improvements that make the open world feel more detailed and lived-in.

Video games

Gorgeous Pixel Art Indie Game Arrives Busted On Xbox Series S

Replaced, a 2.5D platformer, launched with significant issues on Xbox Series S, affecting gameplay and ending cinematics.

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.

Pragmata is just OK, but it could've been great

Capcom's Pragmata merges Resident Evil's action with sci-fi elements, featuring unique combat but relying on familiar structures and tropes.

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.

Pragmata is just OK, but it could've been great

Capcom's Pragmata merges Resident Evil's action with sci-fi elements, featuring unique combat but relying on familiar structures and tropes.

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.

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.

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.

Fable Reboot Could Be Delayed To 2027 Amid Concern About GTA 6 - Report

Microsoft's Fable reboot may be delayed to 2027 due to concerns about launching near GTA 6.

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.

Fable Reboot Could Be Delayed To 2027 Amid Concern About GTA 6 - Report

Microsoft's Fable reboot may be delayed to 2027 due to concerns about launching near GTA 6.

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.

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.

fromInverse

'Project Hail Mary's' Newest Chapter Is Coming From An Unexpected Source

VR gaming offers immersive experiences that transform the player's environment, exemplified by upcoming titles like Project Hail Mary.

fromDefector

Nvidia Wants To Yassify Video Games | Defector

Nvidia introduced DLSS 5, a generative AI technology for gaming that uses neural rendering to enhance graphics, though early demonstrations show artificial-looking results similar to AI image generation artifacts.

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.