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June 22, 2026 - 01:24

The CEO of Moon Studios, the developer behind the Ori series, has shared a blunt critique of Xbox`s Game Pass strategy. In a recent interview, he argued that the subscription service `could`ve...

June 21, 2026 - 04:33

Some video games cross every boundary. Age, platform preference, and even genre loyalty fade away when certain titles come up in conversation. These are the games that almost nobody dislikes, the...

June 20, 2026 - 00:05

A new physical edition for the action-adventure title Twilight Parade: Moonlit Mononoke has opened for pre-orders on PlayStation 5. This release bundles the full base game together with two...

June 19, 2026 - 02:01

After nearly 13 years of waiting, fans of the blockbuster video game series finally have a concrete update from Rockstar Games regarding the next entry, Grand Theft Auto VI. The studio broke its...

June 18, 2026 - 02:44

Rockstar Games has quietly rolled out a new offer for players who still own Grand Theft Auto 5 on older consoles. Owners of the PS4 and Xbox One versions can now upgrade to the enhanced PS5 and...

June 16, 2026 - 21:57

A sealed, untouched copy of the original Super Mario Bros for the Nintendo Entertainment System has sold for a staggering $3 million, setting a new world record for a single video game. The sale...

June 16, 2026 - 12:58

A new kind of challenge has arrived in Fremont. Off The Couch Games recently opened its doors, offering puzzle rooms that mix fun with brain-teasing scenarios. The company aims to give people a...

June 15, 2026 - 17:51

The `Launch Edition` label on Netflix`s new FIFA World Cup series suggests a humble beginning, but the final product feels less like a starting point and more like a missed penalty kick. The...

June 15, 2026 - 10:02

The hit TV series `Yellowstone` is expanding beyond the screen in a major way. Paramount has officially confirmed plans to launch a full-scale video game universe based on the modern western drama....

June 14, 2026 - 19:31

Abubakar Salim, who plays a key role in House of the Dragon, has revealed the unexpected inspiration behind his most intense scene in the season 3 premiere. The actor admitted he leaned heavily...

June 14, 2026 - 11:37

From the return of legendary franchises to quiet, personal stories about paying rent, this week`s game announcements offered a massive spread. The Legend of Zelda showed off a new entry, pushing...

June 13, 2026 - 19:11

Some characters are remembered not for their heroics, but for the chaos they leave behind. Video game villains have the unique power to drive stories forward, challenge players, and sometimes even...

June 13, 2026 - 10:49

Last week, I checked out more than two dozen new and upcoming video games in Los Angeles. Let me quickly tell you about a lot of them. Read on for: A game that came to its developer in a dream A...

June 12, 2026 - 20:33

The world`s premier fighting game tournament is back, and the numbers are staggering. Evo 2026 has officially released its competitor count, revealing a massive surge in participation that signals...

June 12, 2026 - 16:54

Some video games are built for action, others for exploration, but a select few exist to tell a story that stays with you long after the credits roll. These narrative masterpieces blur the line...

June 11, 2026 - 19:19

A new challenger is revving its engine in the racing game arena, and it might just give Forza a serious run for its money. The team at Maverick Games, made up of veterans from the Forza series, has...

June 11, 2026 - 08:42

Netflix is launching a new World Cup football video game exclusively through its gaming platform, available only to subscribers at no extra cost. The partnership brings one of the world`s most...

June 10, 2026 - 22:22

Paramount Global is taking a fresh swing at the video game business, and this time the push is coming from the top. David Ellison, the head of Paramount Skydance and a self-described gamer, has...

June 10, 2026 - 12:24

The Entertainment Software Association, the main lobbying group for the video game industry, has asked lawmakers to carve out special protections for video game content when drafting new laws aimed...

June 9, 2026 - 23:41

If you have been waiting for a basketball video game that moves away from the polished arenas and into the grit of outdoor courts, `NBA The Run` might be what you are looking for. This new title...

June 9, 2026 - 11:46

High fantasy video games have long offered players a ticket to worlds of magic, ancient evils, and epic quests. From sprawling open worlds to tight, narrative-driven adventures, the genre has...

June 8, 2026 - 22:57

Paramount has officially formed a new internal video game development division called Paramount Games Studio. The studio will create both casual mobile games and high-budget AAA titles based on the...

June 8, 2026 - 00:27

Mojang has confirmed that a full sequel to the 2020 action spin-off, Minecraft Dungeons, is set to launch this September. The new game, currently titled Minecraft Dungeons 2, will arrive on Xbox...

June 7, 2026 - 04:58

Creative director James Alex Santoro is pushing back against the polished, sterile aesthetic that dominates much of modern design. In a recent deep dive into the studio`s philosophy, Santoro...

June 6, 2026 - 10:44

Fans of narrative-driven adventures finally have a clearer picture of what is next for the Fables universe. During the Summer Game Fest 2026 showcase, Telltale Games confirmed that the long-awaited...

June 5, 2026 - 18:26

The video game industry is clearing its schedule. September, traditionally the busiest month for new game launches, has seen a sudden and dramatic shift as publishers scramble to avoid a single...

June 5, 2026 - 14:06

Netflix is stepping onto the pitch with its own video game. The streaming giant announced it will release a new title called FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, timed to coincide with the start of the...

June 4, 2026 - 18:36

Who knew that rolling giant balls of garbage around could be so joyful? For many players, the quirky PlayStation 2 classic Katamari Damacy has quietly become a go-to escape from stress, anxiety,...

June 4, 2026 - 06:03

GameStop stock jumped in trading today after the company reported stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, driven by a sharp pivot away from its traditional video game retail roots. The...

June 3, 2026 - 17:51

Sony has confirmed a fresh wave of upcoming PlayStation titles, including a new God of War game, a Wolverine project, and a revival of Until Dawn. The announcement has sparked excitement, but also...