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Meta vs. Snap: What Do Their Quarterly Revenue Trends Tell Investors?
Meta Platforms (META 1.22%) primarily generates revenue through advertising, and by offering digital communication applications and virtual reality hardware to users worldwide. It recently expanded an infrastructure partnership with Broadcom to…
For all its nonsense, 'Mystery Arena' is weirdly entertaining
TV game shows featuring members of the public are a rare breed in Japan, producers having long since decided that such activities are best left to minor celebrities. Yet in a curious coincidence, two of this month's major movie releases both…
UK games studio plunges into administration - in business since 2018
A UK games studio in business for nearly a decade has plunged into administration. Maze Theory Games, a Manchester-based company which develops immersive gaming stories in virtual reality (VR), has been in business since 2018. Its founders have…
This viral vibe-coded game turns Google Maps into a time machine
You are on a street. You see stone buildings, gas lamps, some men in long coats. Is this somewhere in Europe? Probably. But, when ? That is the question that WenWare adds to the formula of GeoGuessr, a popular game that shows Google Maps locations…
Loved Project Hail Mary? 8 book-to-screen adaptations to add to your watchlist
(Srijita Chakraborty and Shivani P Menon) The Ryan Gosling-starrer Project Hail Mary, which made quite the splash in cinemas worldwide, makes a compelling case that some stories are meant for the cinema. There is something satisfying about seeing a…
National award for Bradford scheme inspiring young digital creatives
The National Science and Media Museum in Bradford was named Best Use of Digital (UK) for its Bradford Digital Creatives programme at the Museums + Heritage Awards 2026. The awards, held on Wednesday, May 13, at Hilton Park Lane in London, recognise…
AI is wiping out entry-level jobs. Here's how colleges can fill the gap
Traditionally, the transition from classroom to career followed a familiar path: land an entry-level job, learn more through hands-on experience and continue building from there. That first job wasn't just employment; it was valuable career…
The 5 Greatest Deep South Games Of All Time, Ranked
Considering its rich history and culture, the Deep South hasn't been properly explored by too many games. Sure, we might occasionally get a swamp level that is kind of inspired by Louisiana or a one-dimensional caricature villain, but that is far…
Inside Valve's Unusual Rollout Plan for the Steam Machine
Valve is once again stepping into the gaming hardware market, this time with the Steam Machine and Steam Frame. These devices aim to address past challenges with a more deliberate launch strategy, including a reservation system that limits…
Father's Day gifts 2026: Celebrate Dad with these 17 picks from our gift guide
As a participant in multiple affiliate marketing programs, Localish will earn a commission for certain purchases. See full disclaimer below* Father's Day 2026 is the perfect time to show the dads in your life how much they mean to you. Skip the…
Got $850? Preorders Open for Asus ROG Xreal Premium AR Gaming Glasses
At CES, Xreal and Asus announced augmented reality gaming glasses that put a 171-inch virtual screen in front of your face. They're now available to preorder in the US, but they're not cheap. The Asus ROG Xreal R1 AR Gaming Glasses cost $849.99.
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