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Fave or flop? A guide to gauging video game success
The video game industry is notoriously tight-lipped about its numbers, filled with members-only metrics like wishlists, pre-orders and player numbers, so it can be hard to know which games have actually proven popular and turned a profit. Industry…
Aliens: The Video Games' author Mike Diver on overlooked Alien games, tracking down retro game developers, and the future of the Xenomorph (interview)
The history of Alien video games is long and twisty, but Mike Diver — veteran writer, editor, critic, and journalist — decided a few years ago to make a complete chronicle of Xenomorph -filled games his next big adventure. Ahead of…
Fave or flop? A guide to gauging video game success
Industry associations such as France's SELL periodically release sales figures based on data taken from game publishers. Private research firms also make their own estimates, based for example on publisher or public data as well as their own user…
Kevin Hart & Jack Black's Live-Action Sci-Fi Video Game Movie Available on Peacock Today
Kevin Hart and Jack Black -led live-action video game film is available to stream on Peacock from August 25, 2026. Borderlands was announced in August 2015 and hit theaters on August 9, 2024. The action sci-fi is an adaptation of the popular video…
EU games industry generated €24bn in 2024, studios reached 6,600 and workforce exceeded 95,000
The European games industry generated a combined turnover of €24 billion in 2024, with over 6,600 studios employing more than 95,000 people. That's according to the European Video Game Industry Insights Report, published by the European…
Europe's gaming bash kicks off as industry eyes 'Grand Theft' boost
Europe's biggest video games show Gamescom opens its doors Tuesday in Cologne with the industry hoping that the coming blockbuster “Grand Theft Auto VI” can provide a much-needed boost, as studios cut jobs amid fierce competition.
Physical games are on the way out - but I think the music industry has the blueprint for a better future
Back in June, Rockstar Games announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 — perhaps the most anticipated game of all time — would only be available as a digital download, with physical boxes containing redemption codes rather than discs. Days…
PS Plus September 2026: Predictions, Leaks And Reveal Date
What to expect from next month's PlayStation Plus lineup. Post updated 08/25/26. See updates below. September is almost here and with it another slate of free PS Plus games for Sony fans. We've had some quality lineups across 2026, so hopefully…
Metal Gear Solid Partners up With the Only Thing Stealthier Than Snake
The Metal Gear series is one of the most famous franchises in the video game industry, but few fans could expect its next collaboration. Konami is making an appearance at an unexpected convention this October, CatCon, alongside One Eared Uno, the…
The highlights of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
GamesIndustry.biz was at Gamescom Opening Night Live on Tuesday night, the eighth instalment of the digital showcase. The hall was packed, without an empty seat in sight, and there were plenty of gaming celebrities in attendance: Xbox head Asha…
Canada plays tariff tit-for-tat with Trump (DXY:)
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a new set of tariffs to counter Washington's duties as the trade war between the two neighboring countries seemed to escalate. U.S. President Donald Trump had imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian products on…
The Latest: Canada is expected to announce retaliatory tariffs against the US
Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday as relations sharply deteriorate, with President Donald Trump telling Canadian leaders to “fall in line” and Prime Minister Mark Carney accusing Washington…
Europe's gaming bash kicks off as industry eyes 'Grand Theft' boost
Fans and professionals will get a first glimpse at scores of new titles at a sold-out opening ceremony that begins at 8:00 pm (1800 GMT), which will highlight coming games for about two hours. But even though 'GTA VI' will not be among them -- its…
Opening Night Live 2026: All the Announcements, Trailers and News Direct From gamescom
Opening Night Live 2026 is almost upon us, and with it comes the promise of big new gameplay reveals, plenty of new trailers, and a long list of announcements. Taking place on August 25 at 11am PT / 2pm ET / 7pm UK time / 8pm CEST, with a pre-show…
Air Force Unveils New 'B-21 Raider' Uniforms in Epic Hype Video, Photo Ahead of Navy CFB Game
The Air Force Academy unveiled the uniforms they will be wearing when they face Navy on Oct. 3, with the new threads inspired by the B-21 Raider stealth bomber jets. Per a press release from Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems, which designs and…
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