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The games industry will never 'get back to normal', lament Tony Hawk devs Iron Galaxy, as they make another round of layoffs
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 developers Iron Galaxy are laying off an unknown number of people, as they struggle to 'adapt to the climate' of a videogames industry that is refusing to 'get back to normal'. This follows a round of 66 job losses at…
Sanrio launches gaming brand, tapping fast-growing global market
Hello Kitty creator Sanrio is launching a new gaming brand as it looks to monetize its portfolio of popular characters and tap into the fast-growing global games market. Sanrio Games will incorporate its characters into a party game for Nintendo…
Iran's waiting game
Iranian officials have not yet publicly committed to appearing in Islamabad, where Trump has said he's sending his “A-Team,” including Vice President Vance, special envoy for peace missions Steve Witkoff, and Trump's son-in-law, Jared…
Hurricanes vs. Senators Game 2: Key takeaways as Carolina wins double-OT thriller
RALEIGH, N.C. — When Mark Jankowski appeared to score an overtime goal on Monday night, Lenovo Center erupted. Above press row, Senators general manager Steve Staios and team owner Michael Andlauer stormed out of their visiting team suite…
This Steam Machine Alternative Is Our First Glimpse of Console Gaming's Future
The next console you buy will be a PC. That's the pitch behind Microsoft's next-gen Xbox, dubbed Project Helix, and Valve's long-awaited and still-unpriced Steam Machine. If you want a hint of what the future of gaming may entail, you don't have to…
CJ McCollum, Hawks stun Knicks with fourth-quarter rally to tie series: Game 2 takeaways
CJ McCollum took control down the stretch, and the Atlanta Hawks clawed back late to stun the New York Knicks with a 107-106 road win in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series Monday at Madison Square Garden. McCollum scored…
Philadelphia to offer fans free transport when leaving World Cup games
The Philadelphia host committee for this summer's World Cup has secured an agreement for fans to receive free travel when leaving Lincoln Financial Field via the city's transit system. That system, SEPTA, last week revealed that it would be keeping…
The Iran War Is an Expectations Game
On April 8, the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week cease-fire. But despite two days of negotiations in Islamabad and speculation about a second round of talks, the two sides have so far failed to reach a deal to end the war. This is…
Erling Haaland ramps up title mind games as Arsenal bottling claims addressed
Plenty has been said about Arsenal's mentality following Sunday's monumental 2-1 defeat to Manchester City. The Gunners have seen their nine-point lead over their rivals at the top of the table cut to just three after second-placed City's potential…
On the trail with the hunters who believe shooting big game can save Africa's wildlife
You can kill almost anything if you're willing to pay. Big or small. Land, water or air. Ten a penny or one of the last of its kind. There's nearly always a way, though it might not make you popular. The Niassa special reserve, a vast reservation…
Brock Faber's imprint on Wild's Game 1 rout: From forced rest to playoff force
DALLAS — One of the biggest advantages the Minnesota Wild had on Saturday against the Dallas Stars was rest. The Wild strategically sat almost every one of their top players for the last two games of the regular season. The Stars did not…
Phillies' frustration mounts after hellish homestand, worst 21-game start since 2000
PHILADELPHIA — Four days ago, Bryson Stott decided it was time. He talked to his wife, Dru, about the decision. Since 2020, Stott had used Tai Verdes' “AOK” as his walk-up song. Its carefree chorus became an anthem for the good…
GamesIndustry.biz to host The Games Investment Panel at MCM Comic Con's Indie Game Summit
GamesIndustry.biz will host The Games Investment Panel at Game Republic's Indie Games Summit during MCM London Comic Con next month. Our editorial director Jon Hicks will moderate the panel on Friday, May 22. Panelists include Nick Button-Brown…
Penguins' Big 3 can't let Flyers get under their skin again in Game 2
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Fourteen years ago this month, the Penguins had just been eliminated from the Stanley Cup playoffs by the Philadelphia Flyers in one of the most violent, outrageous series in NHL history. While the Penguins…
Five-Fret gaming had a major presence at PAX East
As per usual, PAX East had a little bit of everything on display. Booths featured demos for all sorts of upcoming games, from 'Halloween' and 'Bubsy 4D' to 'Rain98' and more. However, one of the busiest booths was the CRKD booth, which featured…
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