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bbc.co.uk - Benjamin Russell - I based horror video game on working in a Scottish chippy
I based horror video game on working in a Scottish chippy
BBC

It might not seem like the most likely inspiration for a horror video game, but James Muirhead says working in a Scottish fish and chip shop provided the perfect setting for his latest creation. 'I wanted a culturally Scottish place, and the most…

thestar.com.my - New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling
New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling
The Star Online

NEW YORK, Feb 25 (Reuters) - ⁠New York's attorney general sued Valve, a video game developer ⁠whose franchises include Counter-Strike, Team Fortress and Dota, accusing ‌it of violating state gambling laws and threatening to…

tomsguide.com - Elton Jones - I turned my life into a video game with ChatGPT for 7 days - and I got more done than ever
I turned my life into a video game with ChatGPT for 7 days - and I got more done than ever
Tom's Guide

Here at Tom's Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve! Unlock instant access to exclusive member features. Contact me with news and offers from other…

channelnewsasia.com - New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling
New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling
CNA

NEW YORK, Feb 25: New York's attorney general sued Valve, a video game developer whose franchises include Counter-Strike, Team Fortress and Dota, accusing it of violating state gambling laws and threatening to addict children through its use of…

cbr.com - Scott Baird - 10 Video Games That Would Work As Prestige HBO Dramas, Ranked
10 Video Games That Would Work As Prestige HBO Dramas, Ranked
CBR

It's funny to think video game adaptations used to be scorned by the internet. Nowadays, shows like The Last of Us and Fallout have changed public opinion on adaptations, and companies are actively seeking to make big-budget small-screen versions…

bleacherreport.com - Erik Beaston - WWE 2K26 Early Release Date, Pre-Order Bonus, Top Videos and Latest on Game Modes
WWE 2K26 Early Release Date, Pre-Order Bonus, Top Videos and Latest on Game Modes
Bleacher Report

The road to WrestleMania 42 brings with it the release of the hotly anticipated WWE and 2K video game, WWE 2K26, and this year's release promises more of the same, but fine-tuned to provide the best experience for fans of the franchise. Showcase…

bloomberg.com - Vlad Savov - AI Mistakes Are Infuriating Gamers as Developers Seek Savings
AI Mistakes Are Infuriating Gamers as Developers Seek Savings
Bloomberg

A backlash against the spreading use of AI in video games has grown “sensational,” the developer behind the surprise smash hit Arc Raiders has warned after being caught in the middle of the fallout. The $200 billion video game…

gizmodo.com - Mike Pearl - Valve Has Been 'Letting Children and Adults Alike Illegally Gamble,' New York A.G. Alleges
Valve Has Been 'Letting Children and Adults Alike Illegally Gamble,' New York A.G. Alleges
Gizmodo | The Future Is Here

“Valve's Loot Boxes Pose the Same Dangers as Casino Gambling, Especially for That's the central thrust of a searing new lawsuit against games industry titan Valve filed on Wednesday. The office of New York State Attorney General Letitia…

independent.co.uk - Nicole Wootton-Cane - Warning over 'school wars' social media trend inciting children to carry weapons
Warning over 'school wars' social media trend inciting children to carry weapons
The Independent

Police and schools are on alert after posts appearing to incite children to fight using knives spread across social media. The “school wars” trend has seen the spread of posts on platforms such as TikTok and Snapchat which separate…

bleedingcool.com - Gavin Sheehan - Crimson Desert Reveals Voice Cast in Latest Video
Crimson Desert Reveals Voice Cast in Latest Video
Bleeding Cool News

Posted in: Crimson Desert, Games, Pearl Abyss, Video Games | Tagged: Alec Newman, Crimson Desert, Rebecca Hanssen, Steward Scuadmore Check out the latest video for the upcoming game Crimson Desert as the developers reveal the voice cast in a…

polygon.com - Claire Lewis - New York is suing Valve for promoting gambling through loot boxes
New York is suing Valve for promoting gambling through loot boxes
Polygon.com

New York state's Attorney General Letitia James is suing Valve over its loot boxes, which she described as 'quintessential gambling' in a complaint filed in a Manhattan state court on Wednesday (via Reuters). 'Valve's loot boxes are particularly…

gamerant.com - Kyle Knight - New GTA 6 Report is Incredible News for PS5 and Xbox Gamers
New GTA 6 Report is Incredible News for PS5 and Xbox Gamers
GameRant

A new report from a trusted industry insider claims that Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, has officially informed both PlayStation and Xbox that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 remains on track for its November…

fastcompany.com - Jesus Diaz - This charming pixel art game solves one of AI coding's most annoying UX problems
This charming pixel art game solves one of AI coding's most annoying UX problems
Fast Company

Everyone who has tried to code with Anthropic's Claude Code AI agents runs into the same usability problem: If you run two or three concurrent artificial intelligence sessions—say, one rewriting your server code, another generating tests, a…

gamesradar.com - Ashley Bardhan - Valve sued over loot boxes as state of New York demands 'full restitution' for players: 'Valve's loot boxes pose the same dangers as casino gambling, especially for children'
Valve sued over loot boxes as state of New York demands 'full restitution' for players: 'Valve's loot boxes pose the same dangers as casino gambling, especially for children'
GamesRadar+

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pcworld.com - Jon Martindale - OLED is old news. Mini-LED is the future
OLED is old news. Mini-LED is the future
PCWorld

I'm a big fan of OLED monitors. (I recently upgraded to a 4K OLED for my desktop PC!) But I can't help but feel I'm gaming on a stopgap. OLED is incredible for screens, helping to boost contrast and color vibrancy. But just as plasma TVs were…

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