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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...

June 3, 2026 - 10:41

The video game industry is facing a tough period. Layoffs are common, development costs are soaring, and companies are desperate for new revenue streams. While many publishers chase the next big...

June 2, 2026 - 20:17

Fans of the original Toy Story video games are getting a nostalgic treat this fall. Following the announcement of Toy Story 5 , Disney and Pixar are bringing back two beloved titles from the...

June 2, 2026 - 11:49

Each year since 2020, Sony has sold millions fewer copies of the games it makes for its PlayStation consoles. That is, until a small uptick in the past year. The data comes from Sony`s own...

June 1, 2026 - 18:14

Retro gaming fans have a new reason to celebrate. The long-awaited Sega Genesis LEGO kit is now available for pre-order, joining the ranks of previous LEGO sets based on the Atari 2600 and the...

June 1, 2026 - 16:44

When `Space Invaders` landed in arcades in 1978, it changed everything. The simple concept of shooting descending alien rows became a gold rush. Developers everywhere rushed to cash in, and the...

May 31, 2026 - 18:39

A new study is pushing back against the long-held stereotype of the prejudiced, isolated gamer. Researchers analyzing national survey data have found that people who play video games actually tend...

May 31, 2026 - 01:37

A new horror game, Necrophosis Full Consciousness, drags players into a decaying, nightmarish realm where a terrible curse has taken hold. The experience is not for the faint of heart. It is a...

May 30, 2026 - 00:04

Players diving into the latest James Bond adventure, 007: First Light, will quickly find that the world`s most famous spy spends a surprising amount of time fiddling with combination locks and...

May 29, 2026 - 05:21

Rock legend Lenny Kravitz is stepping into the gaming world for the first time with his role in `007 First Light,` joining a growing list of Black celebrities who have lent their voices to...

May 28, 2026 - 17:59

When Crimson Desert launched in March, it created a strange split in the gaming world. Players flooded forums with praise, calling it an instant classic and an early frontrunner for Game of the...

May 28, 2026 - 02:41

Square Enix has officially scrapped the original version of Dragon Quest 12 and will instead release the game under a new title: Dragon Quest 12 Beyond Dreams. The original Dragon Quest 12 was...

May 27, 2026 - 05:44

Capcom has quietly dropped a free playable demo for the next mainline entry in its survival horror franchise, titled Resident Evil Requiem. The demo is available starting today for PC, PlayStation...

May 26, 2026 - 17:58

Taking your gaming setup on the road no longer means settling for a laggy laptop or a cramped phone screen. With the right gear, you can turn any coffee shop, airport lounge, or hotel room into a...

May 26, 2026 - 00:07

Theuns Smit, licensing producer for the upcoming game 007 First Light, recently opened up about the immense pressure of creating a James Bond title that can stand apart from the legendary GoldenEye...

May 25, 2026 - 14:29

Recent price movements in the Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO) are reshaping how institutional traders time their sector rotation strategies. The fund, which tracks companies involved in...

May 24, 2026 - 17:41

When Yacht Club Games announced Mina the Hollower would be delayed, it sent a ripple through the indie scene. But for one small studio, that delay turned into a blessing. The developers of Dark...

May 24, 2026 - 06:20

While the 1995 Mortal Kombat movie often gets overlooked in modern discussions, it still holds up as a surprisingly strong video game adaptation. The film succeeded where many others have failed by...

May 23, 2026 - 23:36

Atari might be planning to revive another piece of its retro hardware history. A recent trademark application suggests the company is looking at bringing back a machine from 1983: the Atari 800XL....

May 23, 2026 - 05:03

Nintendo has set an ambitious production goal for its upcoming Switch 2 console, aiming to manufacture 20 million units by the end of March 2027. This target marks a significant ramp-up from...