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The games industry's obsession with visual fidelity is costing them money and talent
Last week, Asha Sharma, the new head of Xbox, laid out her vision for the future of the console and interestingly, the two titles she picked out as potential areas of growth were Minecraft and Candy Crush Saga – games that don't exactly…
Policymakers in Europe told to do more to support game industry
The German Games Industry Association (Game) has called on policymakers across Germany and Europe to implement frameworks that allow video game companies to flourish. In a call to action posted online, Game claimed the video game production…
The Best Metacritic-Scored Game Of 2026 Has Arrived
There have only been a couple AAA critical blockbusters in the first two-thirds of 2026 here, and now, we have a #1 game that is smaller than almost all of those. The game has the highest Metacritic score of the year, technically tied with one…
Raptor PR launches Early Gaming Growth platform to help gaming startups navigate B2B communications
Raptor PR has launched Early Gaming Growth (EGG), a communications platform designed for gaming startups. The 'integrated communications, reputation, and growth-building platform' aims to support early-stage companies as they build credibility to…
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Three new hires at Yogscast Games
It can be difficult keeping track of the various comings and goings in the games industry, which is why we compile them in semi-regular round-ups. If you have new appointments or transitions in your company that belong here, please send the names…
Gaming's Current Nightmare Is Probably the New Normal
Summer is usually one of the best times of the year for gamers. Steam's Summer Sale is a chance to get some good games on the cheap, and big events like Nintendo Direct and PlayStation's State of Play show gamers new titles to look forward to in…
Pulsar Gaming invites the 'global gamer community' to help forge the gaming mouse of the future
How do you create a gaming mouse that sits comfortably in the palm of most gamers? With science, that's how. As such, Pulsar Gaming is taking matters into its own hands with a research study—and nine survey participants will get a gaming…
Video game maker EA bought by Saudi-led group for $55bn
Electronic Arts, the maker of video games such as The Sims, Madden NFL and Battlefield, has been bought by Saudi Arabia's wealth fund and a group of investors for $55bn (£41bn). The company announced the completion of the deal on Tuesday…
Tired of $70 Games? Build Your Own Raspberry Pi-Powered Retro Video Game Console Instead
If you like retro video games, you have several options. You can find plenty of older video games ported to newer systems and PC. You can pay for a video game subscription, such as Nintendo Switch Online or the Premium tier of PlayStation Plus.
The Best Video Games for Kids in 2026
Editors' Note, Aug. 5, 2026: With this update, we've added Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Mario Tennis Fever, Pokémon Pokopia, Rhythm Heaven Groove, RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic, Star Fox, and…
Saudi-led group completes $55bn purchase of gaming giant EA
Laura Cress Technology reporter The sale of gaming giant Electronic Arts (EA) for $55bn (£41bn) to a group of buyers including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has been finalised. The American company is known for making and…
Save more than 25% on fashion, tech and gaming at Jacamo
Whether you're on the hunt for a raincoat, cosy hoodie or the latest tech drops, online retailer Jacamo has you covered. Our savvy team of deal hunters here at The Independent have been busy finding the best Jacamo discount codes and deals, and…
Saudi-led group completes $55bn purchase of gaming giant EA
The sale of gaming giant Electronic Arts (EA) for $55bn (£41bn) to a group of buyers including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) has been finalised. The American company is known for making and publishing best-selling games such as…
TrinityBridge offer hands-on control of investments for video gaming innovators
DUNDEE made its name in jute, jam and journalism but the city is also synonymous with the video games industry and is said to have more games developers per capita than anywhere else in the world. The City of Discovery was home to DMA Design, which…
Which footballer made the biggest leap in competitive levels between games? | The Knowledge
“Malachi Fagan-Walcott's final game of last season was for York City against Rochdale in the National League. His first competitive game of 2026-27 season was for Hearts against Sturm Graz in a Champions League qualifier. Has a player ever…
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