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May 15, 2026 - 01:11

A recent behind-the-scenes story from car photographer and Forza Horizon NPC Larry Chen has uncovered an unexpected link between the racing franchise and the classic skateboarding game Tony Hawk`s...

May 14, 2026 - 02:19

A new game called Motorslice has hit the market, and it is exactly as wild as it sounds. Described as a cross between the parkour rush of Mirror`s Edge and the giant-scale battles of Shadow of the...

May 13, 2026 - 00:55

`Mixtape` arrives with a promise of `90s nostalgia, wrapping itself in the aesthetics of cassette tapes, skate parks, and indie rock. But for a game that should hum with energy and heart, it plays...

May 12, 2026 - 03:00

A group of software crackers has managed to access and play Forza Horizon 6 nearly a full week before its official release date. The early breach stems from a brief window where unencrypted files...

May 11, 2026 - 01:10

Designing something new as a creator is incredibly exciting, but at the same time, it is an extremely challenging endeavor. That sentiment sits at the heart of a recent conversation with Yonghee...

May 9, 2026 - 22:27

Blind boxes, digital loot crates, and reward streaks are no longer just harmless fun. A growing body of research suggests these mechanics, common in mobile games and collectible toys, may be wiring...

May 9, 2026 - 16:27

In rooms filled with the rapid clicks of mice and the constant hum of communication, competitive esports players operate as a single unit. They work together in real time, relying on split-second...

May 8, 2026 - 22:49

It`s 2026, and the debate over adult men who play video games is far from settled. Is it now a perfectly acceptable hobby, as long as it`s done in moderation? Or does it still carry the stigma of...

May 8, 2026 - 04:34

Four titles that shaped gaming culture and the broader entertainment industry have earned their place in the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame. The inductees span decades and genres, each leaving...

May 7, 2026 - 14:10

Nintendo has confirmed that the upcoming Star Fox title for the Switch 2 is a full remake of the beloved 1997 classic, Star Fox 64. This marks the first new entry in the franchise in over ten years...

May 6, 2026 - 17:25

Adults who spent their childhoods glued to video game consoles are now discovering that those hours of play were not wasted. Instead, the pastime equipped them with a surprising set of skills that...

May 6, 2026 - 16:54

Sci-fi has had a celebrated history in the realm of video games, producing many certified masterpieces like Mass Effect, Bioshock, and Half-Life 2. These games have not only pushed the boundaries...

May 5, 2026 - 19:03

The head of IO Interactive has made a strong pledge regarding the upcoming James Bond game, Project 007, specifically for Nintendo`s next console. In a recent statement, the CEO declared that he...

May 5, 2026 - 08:35

A 2003 classic has been crowned the ultimate Star Wars experience on the Nintendo Switch. According to a recent ranking, `Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic` (KOTOR) stands above all other...

May 4, 2026 - 23:24

Tim Cain, the original co-creator of the Fallout franchise, has shared a blunt critique of the modern gaming community. In a recent video, Cain argued that many players today do not develop their...

May 4, 2026 - 08:34

The fifth annual Retro Game Fest kicked off in Eugene this weekend, drawing a crowd of nostalgic players and curious newcomers alike. Founded during the early days of the pandemic, the event has...

May 3, 2026 - 18:18

A new trademark filing suggests Sega may be planning to revive a side-scrolling arcade classic that has been dormant for nearly four decades. The company recently filed a trademark for `Bonanza...

May 3, 2026 - 00:05

IO Interactive has shed light on how its upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light, will distinguish the iconic spy from the studio`s other famous assassin, Agent 47. While both characters operate...

May 2, 2026 - 09:53

Somehow, in the lead-up to this week`s release of the Lord of Hatred expansion for Diablo IV, I completely missed that it has a fully realized new class, the Spiritborn. I was too busy dreading the...

May 1, 2026 - 17:17

From Mario to Metroid, the Nintendo Switch has become a home for some of the best games ever made. Whether you play in handheld mode or docked to a big screen, the library is deep. Here is a look...

April 30, 2026 - 23:13

The early 2000s were essential in forming the world of gaming that is now a thriving industry. So many games released during that period now serve as pillars for modern design and storytelling....

April 30, 2026 - 10:35

The video game `Clair Obscur: Expedition 33` took the roleplaying world by storm when it launched last year, but its influence has now spilled over into the music industry. The game`s official...

April 29, 2026 - 19:08

In a compelling intersection of scholarship and interactive media, Michael Hall, a doctoral candidate in the Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies Program, recently presented his research on...

April 29, 2026 - 09:16

It’s easy for great but old games to slip out of gaming memory, especially when initial reviews were harsh. The rest have to struggle against time and forgotten cartridges. These five critical...

April 28, 2026 - 22:57

In a significant development for the gaming industry, a group of hackers has announced that they have successfully and completely bypassed the latest iteration of Denuvo anti-tamper technology....

April 28, 2026 - 01:23

GameStop has launched a fresh `Buy More, Save More` promotion, offering shoppers up to 30% off a selection of pre-owned titles. While the standard deal already provides solid discounts on popular...

April 27, 2026 - 04:49

Authorities have identified Cole Allen as the primary suspect in the shooting that occurred during the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, an event held Saturday evening at the...

April 25, 2026 - 20:04

A growing crisis is silently eroding the foundations of the video game industry: a massive brain drain. According to a recent survey of game developers, nearly half of all respondents admitted they...

April 24, 2026 - 23:57

The race to bring the next blockbuster video game franchise to the big screen is heating up, and this time, the battlefield is real. A major film adaptation of the iconic first-person shooter...

April 24, 2026 - 13:03

The horizon for interactive entertainment has rarely looked brighter, as the upcoming slate of video games for 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark period for the industry. With a diverse array of...