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This Unsung Black Developer Unlocked the Code to Turning a Video Game Console Into a Virtual Living Room Arcade
A Smithsonian magazine special report In the ancient annals of video game history, there are few immortal legends: Allan Alcorn, begetter of “Pong”; Nolan Bushnell, god of Atari; Shigeru Miyamoto, maker of “Mario.” But…
EU admits it can't save discontinued video games
But the European Union unlocked one potential cheat code by promising voluntary guidelines to manage video games' 'end of life'. The EU was responding to a citizens' petition backed by over a million people from across Europe called 'Stop…
The 10 Greatest Fantasy Video Games of the Last 25 Years, Ranked
Fantasy has been a common theme in video games since the medium's inception, especially in role-playing games, or RPGs, which involve deep, lore-heavy worlds that can take hundreds, if not thousands, of hours to fully explore. These games are so…
Video games to dip into this summer, including D-Topia and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls
New video game releases have been scant this year, as developers wait for the Grand Theft Auto VI drop date. But the next few months still have a few gems to eye. This summer, there are original games releasing that are reminiscent of classic…
The 10 Greatest Survival Horror Video Games of All Time, Ranked
The first game officially marketed with the term ' survival horror ' was Capcom's Resident Evil. Back then, the genre was defined by fixed camera angles and tank controls, but it has since evolved into fully immersive experiences that genuinely…
10 Video Games That Will Keep You Hooked From Start to Finish
One of the most challenging things about video games is keeping the players' attention for the entire span. Games such as Red Dead Redemption 2 and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild are masterpieces, but they have some pacing issues that can…
EU rules out mandate to keep video games playable, seeks voluntary code
16 Jun 2026 09:51PM (Updated: 16 Jun 2026 09:56PM) BRUSSELS, June 16: The European Commission said on Tuesday it cannot require video games to remain playable after they are withdrawn from sale, but will work with industry and consumer groups on a…
Prime Video's Upcoming Action Series Must Overcome Netflix's Hit Adaptation Of The Same Video Game
Prime Video has been pretty successful when it comes to adapting both popular and obscure franchises. Be it more niche comics like The Boys and Invincible — which the streaming platform turned into juggernauts — or massive IPs like…
7 Near-Perfect 2020s Video Games No One Talks About
The gaming landscape of the 2020s has been dominated by massive blockbuster sequels, live-service platforms, and heavily marketed industry titans. Some of the most mechanically innovative, atmospheric, and brilliant experiences of the decade have…
Super Mario Bros. Officially Sets A New Record For The Most Expensive Video Game Of All Time
The world record for the most expensive video game ever sold hasn't just been broken, it has been well and truly obliterated. A sealed copy of Super Mario Bros. recently sold at auction for $3 million, breaking the previous record by a whole $1…
Life is Strange Creator Don't Nod Warned It Will Run Out of Funds This Year, With Tencent No Longer Keen to Invest More Money
French developer Don't Nod will run out of cash this November, unless a new funding source is found. That's according to a financial report by auditors for the firm published this month, which highlighted the dire straits the studio now finds…
TIGA appoints nine industry veterans to board of directors
UK video games trade body TIGA has added nine new members to its board of directors. The organisation says that these new additions will help strengthen its 'ability to advocate for and support' games companies across the UK. TIGA has added the…
Microsoft weighs an Xbox spinoff. Would it revive the business or put it at risk?
Microsoft is reportedly considering a spinoff or restructuring of its Xbox gaming unit, as the division's bets on subscriptions and cloud gaming have come up short and console sales have continued to decline. Sales of Xbox hardware were down 33%…
UK social media ban will restrict some features on game platforms
The UK government has confirmed it will ban social media for under 16s and impose some restrictions on video game platforms that offer communications and livestreaming functionality. The move comes after the government ran a national consultation…
Fortnite Behind the Scenes Video Reveals How Epic Games Uses Generative AI to Help Create Concept Art and Designs for New Skins
Fortnite maker Epic Games has offered a rare glimpse behind the scenes at how it designs new character skins and in-game locations — and shown how certain stages involve the use of generative AI tools. In a video published to the Unreal…
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