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Higher Hardware Prices Are an Existential Threat to Video Games as We Know Them
It's not supposed to be like this. Until the current ninth console generation, video game hardware had a cyclical, predictable pattern. A new console came out at a semi-reasonable price, the early adopters jumped on it during the first year of…
France, South Korea to Co-Chair International Summit on Cinema, Series and Video Games
While in South Korea on an official visit French President Emmanuel Macron, announced, alongside South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, that both countries will co-chair a landmark international summit dedicated to cinema, series and video games.
Video Game Movies Were Way More Fun When They Were as Weird as 1993's 'Super Mario Bros.'
On Friday nights, honors fringe cinema in the streaming age with midnight movies from any moment in film history. First, the BAIT: a weird genre pick, and why we're exploring its specific niche right now. Then, the BITE: a spoiler-filled answer to…
The Switch 2 Video Game Calendar For 2026
The Nintendo Switch 2 had a decent 2025, at least for a new console that is still building momentum. We got some great first-party titles and a couple of solid ports; however, if everything goes right, last year should be merely a precursor to a…
10 Best Retro Video Game Consoles of All Time, Ranked
Video game consoles have come a long way since the '70s and '80s, but the best retro game consoles have stood the test of time. Consoles like the Sega Genesis and the Super Nintendo are still favorites of gamers, and these classic systems have left…
I switched to the RayNeo Air 4 Pro for 3 months: the best way to binge watch HDR10 video and game right on your face
Ever had that moment with any of the best AR glasses where you try to watch HDR content, and your computer violently kicks you out with a warning saying the display is “not supported”? I have, and it sucks. HDR10 support in specs has…
I've had to prove myself as a woman in tech
Holly Phillips East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire When Mel Brooker was working for a well-known website in her late 20s, she says male colleagues – including some she was managing – would openly comment on what she was wearing. 'I found…
The Gaming Historian is Done Making YouTube Videos
The Gaming Historian, aka Norman Caruso, has revealed that he will no longer be producing videos on his YouTube channel. The YouTube content creator has been active on the platform since 2009, wrapping up a 15-year history with one final video on…
A viral video from a Stars game is under investigation for an apparent Nazi salute
The home arena of the Dallas Stars has launched an investigation into a video that apparently shows four fans celebrating a goal with a Nazi salute. A spokesperson for the American Airlines Center in Dallas said that the arena has “zero…
ARC Raiders dev defends its AI use - 'Our success wasn't an accident
The use of AI in video game development continues to be a controversial topic. While some video game developers are shying away from openly admitting to using the tech in their pipelines, others are doubling down. One developer that's not ashamed…
Laura Medeiros: The Producer Laura Medeiros: The Producer
For Laura Medeiros, producing was never the fallback; it was the destination. Growing up in Porto Alegre, Brazil, she was the kid watching films meant for adults, absorbing everything from the cinematography to the performances, already sensing…
How the FilmQuest Festival Predicted the Oscars' Short Film Wins and Two-Way Split
During the 98th Oscars on March 15, the Academy announced a rare two-way split with both “ Two People Exchanging Saliva ” and “ The Singers ” taking home the prize for the best live action short film. Only the seventh…
PowerWash Simulator: How a UK cleaning game became a huge hit
PowerWash Simulator sees players don their cleaning gear and hose down a variety of filthy in-game locations until they're sparkling and spotless. While it may seem like an unusual premise, the original game from 2021 has sold more than 17 million…
PowerWash Simulator: How a UK cleaning game became a huge hit
Laura Cress Technology reporter PowerWash Simulator sees players don their cleaning gear and hose down a variety of filthy in-game locations until they're sparkling and spotless. While it may seem like an unusual premise, the original game from…
After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones
Mikko Hyppönen is pacing back and forth on the stage, with his trademark dark blonde ponytail resting on an impeccable teal suit. A seasoned speaker, he is trying to make an important point to a room full of fellow hackers and security…
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