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fromThe Verge
10 hours ago

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

Pragmata takes the bones of Resident Evil's slow-paced action and merges it with a sci-fi world that explores everything from lunar colonization to artificial intelligence.
Video games
Games
fromEngadget
6 hours ago

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.
Digital life
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
16 hours ago

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
fromBusiness Matters
12 hours ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Rockstar Games says hack will have 'no impact'

Rockstar confirmed a data breach involving a third-party provider, with ShinyHunters demanding ransom for stolen corporate data.
#crimson-desert
Pets
fromWIRED
2 days ago

'Crimson Desert' Is a Cat Dad Simulator

Crimson Desert allows players to adopt and interact with pets, enhancing gameplay through cute animal interactions and character customization.
Pets
fromWIRED
2 days ago

'Crimson Desert' Is a Cat Dad Simulator

Crimson Desert allows players to adopt and interact with pets, enhancing gameplay through cute animal interactions and character customization.
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

"Exit 8" Is a Video-Game Adaptation That Ingeniously Subverts Its Source

The player ambles through an eerily underpopulated subway station, which gradually comes to resemble a metro-themed infinity loop—a maddeningly repetitive circle of mid-transit hell.
Film
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
3 days ago

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.
Gadgets
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Get An ROG Xbox Ally For Only $500 Before The Inevitable Price Increase Arrives

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally is now priced at $500, offering a portable gaming PC experience with Windows 11 compatibility and a wide game selection.
fromArmin Ronacher's Thoughts and Writings
6 days ago

Mario and Earendil

Last year changed the way many of us thought about software. It certainly changed the way I did. I spent much of 2025 building, probing, and questioning how to build software, and in many more ways what I want to do.
Software development
#valve
Vue
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Steam client files point to "framerate estimator" feature in the works

Valve is developing a framerate estimator tool for Steam using anonymized user data to improve game compatibility.
Games
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

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.
Vue
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Steam client files point to "framerate estimator" feature in the works

Valve is developing a framerate estimator tool for Steam using anonymized user data to improve game compatibility.
Games
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

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.
#fable
Video games
fromKotaku
9 hours ago

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.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
15 hours ago

Fable Could Reportedly Be Delayed to Avoid Clashing With GTA 6 Release

Fable's release may be delayed to avoid clashing with Grand Theft Auto 6, currently set for November 19, 2026.
#metro-2039
Games
fromGadgets 360
12 hours ago

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.
Video games
fromWGB
10 hours ago

Metro 2039 Announced, Gameplay To Be Shown This Week

Metro 2039 will be showcased by Xbox on April 16, with potential changes in protagonist and setting compared to previous entries.
Games
fromGadgets 360
12 hours ago

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.
Video games
fromWGB
10 hours ago

Metro 2039 Announced, Gameplay To Be Shown This Week

Metro 2039 will be showcased by Xbox on April 16, with potential changes in protagonist and setting compared to previous entries.
Information security
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

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.
Board games
fromWGB
3 days ago

Darwin's Paradox Review - Tentacles, Trouble, and Trial-and-Error

Darwin's Paradox is an inventive indie game featuring an octopus escaping a food processing plant while unintentionally thwarting a global conspiracy.
#sci-fi
Video games
fromKotaku
10 hours ago

Pragmata Review: A Heartwarming Sci-Fi Puzzle Shooter

Capcom's sci-fi puzzle shooter offers a refreshing take on parenthood themes, featuring a positive father-daughter dynamic in a unique gaming experience.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

1000xRESIST Team Is Back With A New Sci-Fi Game

Prove You're Human is a new sci-fi adventure game exploring AI personhood through CAPTCHA puzzles and psychological horror.
Games
fromKotaku
3 hours ago

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.
Board games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Netflix's TV games get a big boost with Jackbox collection

Netflix adds Jackbox's Drawful 2, Fibbage 4, and Quiplash 3 to its party game lineup, available for subscribers at no extra cost.
Video games
fromThe Verge
13 hours ago

Roblox has games again

Roblox is returning to using the term 'games' instead of 'experiences' to better resonate with users and reflect its platform.
#video-games
Video games
fromMail Online
3 days ago

The open-world simulator game where you play as JESUS

A Polish game studio has released 'I Am Jesus Christ', an immersive game allowing players to experience the life of Jesus in an open-world format.
Games
fromGame Informer
3 weeks ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 20

Weekend video game recommendations include Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Ghost of Yōtei Legends.
Video games
fromMail Online
3 days ago

The open-world simulator game where you play as JESUS

A Polish game studio has released 'I Am Jesus Christ', an immersive game allowing players to experience the life of Jesus in an open-world format.
Games
fromGame Informer
3 weeks ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 20

Weekend video game recommendations include Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Ghost of Yōtei Legends.
Video games
fromKotaku
6 hours ago

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.
#microsoft
Games
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

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.
Video games
fromWGB
2 days ago

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.
Games
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

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.
Video games
fromWGB
2 days ago

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.
#starfield
Video games
fromKotaku
11 hours ago

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.
Games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Pokemon Champions, Starfield DLC And Other Games Coming Out

Starfield launches on PS5 with a new expansion, Terran Armada, and a free update, following mixed reviews of its first DLC.
Games
fromGadgets 360
6 days ago

Starfield PS5 Launch: Release Timings, Features and All You Need to Know

Starfield launches on PS5 on April 7 with major updates and a new expansion, Terran Armada, promising enhanced features and gameplay.
Video games
fromKotaku
11 hours ago

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.
Games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Pokemon Champions, Starfield DLC And Other Games Coming Out

Starfield launches on PS5 with a new expansion, Terran Armada, and a free update, following mixed reviews of its first DLC.
Games
fromGadgets 360
6 days ago

Starfield PS5 Launch: Release Timings, Features and All You Need to Know

Starfield launches on PS5 on April 7 with major updates and a new expansion, Terran Armada, promising enhanced features and gameplay.
Board games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

No Man's Sky now has Pokemon-style creature battles

No Man's Sky introduces Xeno Arena, allowing players to engage in turn-based battles with adopted creatures, enhancing gameplay with strategic elements.
#amazon-luna
Games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

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.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

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

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.
Games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

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.
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

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

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.
#game-development
Games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Game Devs Explain The Tricks Involved With Letting You Pause

Pausing a game involves various techniques, including manipulating time and adjusting game speed, depending on the game engine used.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

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.
Games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Game Devs Explain The Tricks Involved With Letting You Pause

Pausing a game involves various techniques, including manipulating time and adjusting game speed, depending on the game engine used.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

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.
#xbox
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day 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.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list

Microsoft is testing new features for Xbox achievements, allowing users to hide games and redesigning achievement displays.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day 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.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list

Microsoft is testing new features for Xbox achievements, allowing users to hide games and redesigning achievement displays.
Games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Another Don't Starve game is on the way

Don't Starve Elsewhere introduces 3D terrain and new gameplay elements to the survival game series.
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Hardcore Survival Sim With Deadly Twist Is A Smash Hit On Steam

Road to Vostok is a post-apocalyptic single-player survival game that has secured the entire production budget for years to come within just 24 hours of its launch.
Games
Video games
fromKotaku
10 hours ago

Last Of Us Team Believed Crunch Necessary For Games At Its 'Level'

Naughty Dog continues to experience crunch during game development, particularly with its upcoming title Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Cozy RPG Deleted From Steam After Seemingly Ripping Off Tetris

The official X account for Starsand Island stated that the removal was due to 'insufficient verification during the planning stage of a minigame within this game.'
Games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

A New Borderlands Game Just Launched Out Of Nowhere For Mobile

Borderlands Mobile promises four classes: The Summoner, Exo-Tank, Outrider, and Assassin. However, only The Summoner is available now; the rest are listed as 'coming soon.'
Games
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

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.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Epic Is Reportedly Making A Disney-Themed Extraction Shooter

Epic is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November.
Games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The Exit 8 movie is even better if you play the game first

Exit 8 is a new horror film adaptation of an indie game, enhancing the surreal experience for viewers who play the game first.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

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.
#indie-games
fromEngadget
2 days ago
Video games

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

fromGame Informer
4 days ago
Video games

Everything Announced At The April 2026 Triple-i Initiative

The Triple-i Initiative showcased 40 announcements for indie games, including new reveals and updates.
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Games

15 Incredible Indie Games Made Computer Worlds A Must-Watch

Computer Worlds is a new showcase celebrating innovative indie games, featuring 15 trailers and 16 released titles to highlight unique games struggling for visibility in a risk-averse market.
Video games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

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.
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Slay the Princess' developer is the latest to expand into indie game publishing

Black Tabby Games is launching a publishing arm called Black Tabby Publishing, signing two titles to support indie developers.
Video games
fromGame Informer
4 days ago

Everything Announced At The April 2026 Triple-i Initiative

The Triple-i Initiative showcased 40 announcements for indie games, including new reveals and updates.
Games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

15 Incredible Indie Games Made Computer Worlds A Must-Watch

Computer Worlds is a new showcase celebrating innovative indie games, featuring 15 trailers and 16 released titles to highlight unique games struggling for visibility in a risk-averse market.
Video games
fromGame Informer
8 months ago

Deadzone: Rogue Review - Rewarding Repetition - Game Informer

Deadzone: Rogue offers engaging gunplay and a rewarding roguelite experience, making it a standout in the first-person shooter genre.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

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.
fromGameSpot
6 days ago

You Could Be In A PlayStation Game If You Write Well, Love PlayStation, Play And Own A Lot, Have Anecdotes, And More

PlayStation has announced a new contest called The Playerbase, allowing winners to have their likenesses scanned to appear in PlayStation games, starting with Gran Turismo 7.
Games
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Ex-Bethesda Exec Says The Elder Scrolls 6 Maker Isn't Part Of Something 'Genuine' Or 'Authentic' At Microsoft - Kotaku

Pete Hines retired from Bethesda after 24 years, feeling powerless under Microsoft’s ownership to protect the studio's legacy and efficiency.
#marathon
Video games
fromWGB
3 days ago

Marathon Cost $250+ Million To Make

Marathon's development budget exceeds $200 million, with sales at 1.2 million copies, indicating a struggle to recoup costs.
Video games
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Marathon, One Month Later - Kotaku

Marathon has received positive reviews but faces uncertainty regarding its long-term support and player engagement.
Video games
fromWGB
3 days ago

Professor Layton And The New World Of Steam Is Coming To PC And PS5

Professor Layton and the New World of Steam will be released on PC and PS5, marking the first mainline title on non-Nintendo consoles.
Games
fromGame Informer
1 week 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.
Video games
fromInverse
4 days ago

'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.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
6 days 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.
fromThe Atlantic
1 week 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
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Heated Arc Raiders Debate Between PvE And PvP Players Goes Viral

A PvE player confronted a PvP player in Arc Raiders, raising questions about player expectations in PvP-enabled games.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Call Of Duty Might Never Have Existed, And It's Because Of James Bond

James Bond's game development decisions may have prevented the creation of the Call of Duty series.
Video games
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The team behind 1000xResist is making a game about convincing an AI that it isn't human

Sunset Visitor's next game, Prove You're Human, explores themes of AI and consciousness in a narrative adventure format.
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Mountain climbing sim Cairn is getting free DLC this summer

The DLC introduces three new climbing areas and plenty of 'fresh challenges.' There's also a new avatar, as players can now climb as Aava or the game's original sidekick Marco.
Video games
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Don't Expect A GTA 6 Online Mode At Launch

GTA 6's online mode is expected to launch after the game's release in November 2026, following historical patterns of staggered launches.
#forza-horizon-6
Video games
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Xbox's new era needs games like Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 is set in Japan and features a vast, varied open-world environment that encourages exploration.
Video games
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Xbox's new era needs games like Forza Horizon 6

Forza Horizon 6 is set in Japan and features a vast, varied open-world environment that encourages exploration.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Forza Horizon 6 Is On Track To Be The Best One Yet - Kotaku

Forza Horizon 6, set in Japan, continues the franchise's trend of excellence with a new character and an impressive open world.
Video games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Forza Horizon 6 gives would-be racers another gorgeous open world to explore

Forza Horizon 6 offers an immersive open-world experience with beautiful environments and engaging racing activities.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Nintendo Switch 2 Version of 007 First Light Has Been Delayed Until Summer

007 First Light for Nintendo Switch 2 is delayed, launching later this summer, while PC, PS5, and Xbox versions release on May 27, 2026.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

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.
#live-service-games
fromKotaku
5 days ago
Video games

Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter Lasted Three Weeks Before Announcing Shutdown

Live-service games often fail, leading to financial losses and shutdowns shortly after launch, as seen with The Cube, Save Us.
fromGame Informer
1 month ago
Video games

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.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter Lasted Three Weeks Before Announcing Shutdown

Live-service games often fail, leading to financial losses and shutdowns shortly after launch, as seen with The Cube, Save Us.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

How games capture the awe and terror of cosmic isolation

The Artemis II mission evokes feelings of solitude and vulnerability in space, reminiscent of experiences in classic and modern space-themed video games.
Video games
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

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.
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Canceled Game 'Would Have Been Crimson Desert' Says Avalanche Head

I haven't played Crimson Desert enough, but we had everything that I've seen from Crimson Desert in the plans for that game. It was signed with a big publisher that has a lot of famous IPs...And then they just changed business direction again and wanted to focus on their existing IPs instead of new ones. They broke up with us on a text message, which I will never forgive them for.
Video games
Video games
fromGameSpot
6 days ago

Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Update CD Projekt Red Once Said No To Is Almost Here

Cyberpunk 2077 will receive a major update for PS5 Pro, featuring 4K visuals and advanced ray tracing on April 8.
Video games
fromKotaku
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.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

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.
Video games
fromGame Informer
1 month ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - February 27

Game Informer covered major releases including Invincible VS, Resident Evil Requiem, God of War Sons of Sparta, and Pokémon's next generation announcement this week.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

The Biggest New Game Releases Of March 2026

March 2026 features major game releases including World of Warcraft: Midnight, Marathon, Fatal Frame 2 remake, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, WWE 2K26, Crimson Desert, and Legacy of Kain: Ascendance.
fromwww.gamespot.com
2 months ago

We Need Demos Now More Than Ever

There has been a demo renaissance in the last few years, and we couldn't be happier. Demos have been a part of video game history for a long time, but whether or not they've been good for sales has been up in the air for quite some time. Fortunately, in the last couple weeks we've gotten a Dragon Quest 7: Reimagined and Final Fantasy 7 demo for Switch 2.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

The Best New Co-Op Games From The Last 6 Months

The best new co-op games are those that do something a bit different, offering more than a single-player experience with another player thoughtlessly tacked on. These multiplayer games account for groups of friends all wanting their own role, with a shared goal in sight and plenty of chaos on the path to getting there.
Video games
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

It's Not Too Late To Save Beloved Gaming Franchises

License dormant AAA franchises to proven mid-size AA teams and allow development without publisher interference to revive them affordably.
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