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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…
Steam hosts Plantation Simulator video game that encourages players to whip Black characters
Claim: The digital games platform Steam released a game called Plantation Simulator that encourages players to engage in 'whipping black people to keep your farm productive.' A rumor that a new video game on the popular digital games platform Steam…
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 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…
Why Valve's Loot Box Lawsuit Could Change More Than Just Video Games
Valve's recent legal battle with the New York Attorney General (NYAG) has sparked significant debate over the regulation of loot boxes in video games. The NYAG's lawsuit alleges that Valve's loot box mechanics, featured in games like Counter-Strike…
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…
Asuka Breaks Silence With an Important Update on Her WWE Future
Asuka has issued a statement regarding her WWE future. The last few months in WWE have been very interesting for The Empress of Tomorrow. On the road to WrestleMania 42, Asuka was locked into a rivalry with IYO SKY, with her Kabuki Warriors tag…
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.
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