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Microsoft Turns to Video-Game Researcher to Fire Up Xbox Revival
Microsoft Corp. hired a longtime video-game industry analyst to help turn around its Xbox division. On Wednesday, Xbox announced it appointed Matthew Ball to the position of chief strategy officer. Ball, the chief executive officer of research…
James Bond's Newest Omega Watch Was Designed for a Video Game
Watchmakers are increasingly finding inspiration from an unlikely source: video games. The latest to take a watch directly from your favorite avatar to IRL wrist is Omega. With the launch of the new Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First…
The 10 Greatest Sci-Fi Video Game Masterpieces of All Time, Ranked
There is an inherent appeal to the sci-fi genre that has made it a go-to example for creative explorations in all wide variety of different mediums, from bombastic sci-fi movies to deep, introspective sci-fi novels. However, nothing quite…
The 10 Greatest Open-World Video Game Masterpieces, Ranked
No other medium offers the same amount of freedom as video games, which puts the audience into the shoes of the protagonists, making the journey and action feel even more immersive. With titles such as God of War delivering renowned narrative arcs…
The Next Big Cozy Video Game Franchise Might Already Exist on Netflix
'Cozy' games have gone from a niche genre to one of the most reliable forces in gaming in the past few years. Titles like Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley were very well received and even helped define a shift in what gamers were looking for. As…
Your $70 Video Game Habit Is Actually A Worse Financial Bet Than Playing Regulated Digital Sweepstakes
We all love video games. The immersive worlds, the competitive multiplayer, the storytelling; gaming has become one of the most dominant entertainment categories on the planet, and for good reason. Hundreds of millions of people play regularly. But…
Popular Video Game Reboot With $275M Lands on HBO Max in Just 3 Days
In 2018, Alicia Vikander stepped into the role of Lara Croft in Warner Bros.' Tomb Raider. In just three days, HBO Max subscribers will be able to stream the action-adventure film on the WB-owned service. Tomb Raider will be added to HBO Max's film…
Stop Killing Games petition on game server switch offs will get a reply 'before the summer', European Commission promise during latest debate
Following a public hearing at the European Parliament in Brussels last month, European politicians have debated the Stop Killing Games campaign's petition to put more consumer protections around online game server shutdowns into law again today…
Xsolla, Dubai Films and Games Commission partner to connect Dubai-based developers to global markets
Dubai: Xsolla, a leading global video game commerce company, and the Dubai Games Commissioner, in coordination with the Dubai Films and Games Commission (DFGC), today announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of the video game…
The Canadian Game Awards 2026: How & When To Watch
The Canadian Game Awards is an annual celebration of Canada's growing video game industry. 2026 is the 6th year of the show and the biggest one yet. The ceremony takes place on May 21, 2026, at the John Bassett Theatre in Toronto. This year has…
Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli Talk 'Summer House' and Sleep Avoidance in the Latest 'Off the Cuff'
Ever longed to hear Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli croon Lana Del Rey together? Well, look no further than the latest installment of Vogue 's Off the Cuff series, in which the Off Campus co-stars sing “Video Games” (Cameli:…
Warhammer Skulls 2026 Showcase Streams Live and We're Detailing All the Latest News, Reveals, and Game Updates From the Event
Warhammer Skulls is back! The showcase event for all things Warhammer video games promises to deliver big news on everything from Space Marine 2 to Darktide, and we'll be reporting on all the announcements, reveals, and updates via the live blog…
NOAA predicts quieter Atlantic hurricane season for 2026-but the Pacific is another story
This year's expected El Niño could hamper hurricanes in the Atlantic but boost them in the central and eastern Pacific Join Our Community of Science Lovers! I agree my information will be processed in accordance with the Scientific American…
'GTA 6' Price Still Not Revealed, but Take-Two Chief Says Rockstar on Track to Begin Marketing This Summer
Rockstar Games' “ Grand Theft Auto 6″ is still on track for its Nov. 19 release but does not yet have an announced price. And that reveal isn't coming along with parent company Take-Two Interactive ‘s earnings results today.
GTA 6 release date officially confirmed in latest update from Take-Two
Fans of the upcoming GTA 6 game had a bone thrown their way on today's (21 May) Take-Two earnings call where it was confirmed that the release date isn't going to be delayed again. We've waited a long darn time for the next instalment in the Grand…
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