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Learning football from video games now a legit teaching method for coaches, athletes
When David Pollack played linebacker at the University of Georgia from 2001-04, he was considered one of the best defenders in the country: a two-time consensus All-American and a two-time SEC Defensive Player of the Year. But when he played the…
The 25 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2026
If your New Year's Resolution is to spend less time on screens and more time touching grass, I've got bad news: There's so many cool video games coming out in 2026. Last year was a prodigious year for gaming, with hits like Monster Hunter Wilds…
Best of 2025: ComingSoon's Top 10 Video Games
It's that time of year again, when we start putting together epic lists, discussing the merits and shortcomings of our favorite media, and cementing spots for those titles that deserve a little extra attention. Every year, someone says it wasn't a…
New, gender-focused video game site Mothership announced
Former Polygon editors Maddy Myers and Zoe Hannah have just announced a new game publication, with a focus on games culture, community, and stories that speak to players of all genders. Dubbed Mothership, the site and community was announced today…
Big in 2026: The ultimate guide to the video games that will shape 2026 and beyond
Is there a video game on this planet Earth that can draw the spotlight away from Grand Theft Auto 6? With Rockstar Games having delayed what is undoubtedly the most-anticipated entertainment property of the decade to November 19, the video game…
Video Games From 1998 That Are Now Considered Classics
A lot of the time, you don't know that you're living through an absolutely incredible year while you're in it. Hindsight really shows you what a magical time it really was. This isn't to say that gamers didn't appreciate the incredible bounty they…
Top Video Game Stocks To Watch Today - January 9th
3 Small-Cap Stocks With Big Growth Potential Alliance Entertainment, Turtle Beach, and Allied Gaming & Entertainment are the three Video Game stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool. Video game stocks are shares of…
10 Most Affordable Video Game Consoles (& How Much They're Worth)
Video games are generally enjoyed as a hobby, although unfortunately, that hobby has become rather expensive in recent years. High console prices don't help — even the comparatively affordable Nintendo Switch 2. Thankfully, there are…
Indie publisher Hooded Horse won't work with studios using genAI
Strategy-focused indie publisher Hooded Horse isn't interested in working with developers who use generative AI and has inserted a new clause into contracts to prevent that from happening. During a recent interview with Kotaku, Hooded Horse CEO Tim…
Masahiro Sakurai Almost Turned Down His 'Educational Manga' About His Life and Career
There are many legends in the video game industry whose words we should respect and take seriously. Masahiro Sakurai is one such legend, as he's made incredible games and was the creator of several key Nintendo franchises that are still going to…
GameStop's future is in turmoil as an estimated 400 stores close in 2026
Video game retailer GameStop is kicking off 2026 by shuttering more stores than anyone expected. On Thursday, estimates counted around 295 stores that were either already closed or in the process of winding down. A day later, that number appears to…
Xbox Developer Direct May Have A 'Secret' Fourth Game
Xbox has a major Developer_Direct presentation coming up later this month where the company will put the spotlight on Fable, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation gameplay. As if that wasn't enough excitement, an industry insider claims that…
Lessons from Europe's birthplace of wine (and hangovers)
Given that Georgia is the birthplace of wine, one might also argue it's the birthplace of hangovers. It sure felt that way when I was there because it became impossible to tell when one hangover finished and the next was about to begin. The problem…
Todd Howard Doesn't Hate Fallout: New Vegas
Recently, the topic of 2010's Fallout: New Vegas and Bethesda creative director Todd Howard came up during a New Year's Eve party I attended. During the conversation, a few people, myself included, joked about how Howard doesn't like New Vegas, a…
Al Michaels, 81, makes shock decision on future after retirement pleas
READ MORE: Worried fans spot awful error by legendary broadcaster Michaels Iconic NFL commentator Al Michaels will keep his legendary broadcasting career going for at least another year after opting to return to Prime Video in 2026. Michaels, 81…
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