gaming industry

BigTech Companies

How Nintendo’s Super Console Revolutionized Global Gaming

The book *Super Nintendo: How One Japanese Company Helped the World Have Fun* provides a thematic history of Nintendo, using…

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Xbox Veteran Albert Penello Passes Away

Albert Penello, a respected Xbox and gaming industry veteran, passed away at 53 after battling cancer, as announced by former…

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Artificial Intelligence

Kojima Warns: There’s No Going Back on AI

Hideo Kojima asserts that AI integration into daily life is irreversible, comparing its rise to the indispensable smartphone and suggesting…

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Entertainment

Game Awards 2025: All Reveals, Trailers & Winners Live

The indie RPG **Clair Obscur: Expedition 33** dominated The Game Awards 2025, setting a record by winning Game of the…

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Culture

BAFTA Games Awards 2026: See the Full Longlist

The 2026 BAFTA Games Awards longlists have been announced, featuring 64 titles across 17 categories selected by over 1,700 members…

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Artificial Intelligence

Rockstar Co-Founder: AI’s Potential Is Overhyped

Dan Houser believes AI's current capabilities are overhyped by tech firms and that it falls short of being the revolutionary…

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Entertainment

Sandfall Interactive Dominates 2025 Golden Joystick Awards

Sandfall Interactive's *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33* dominated the 2025 Golden Joystick Awards, winning six awards including Studio of the Year…

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BigTech Companies

Microsoft Stock Dips as Analysts Warn of Steam Machine Threat

Microsoft's stock dipped due to investor concerns over Valve's Steam Machine potentially disrupting the console market and accelerating a shift…

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Xbox’s Phil Spencer Praises Valve’s New Steam Deck Hardware

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer supports Valve's new gaming hardware, emphasizing that industry growth depends on expanded player and developer…

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Entertainment

2025 Game of the Year Shortlist: 11 Contenders Revealed

The 2025 Game of the Year race is exceptionally competitive, with numerous high-quality releases making the selection process challenging for…

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BigTech Companies

Xbox Boss Confirms Next-Gen Console Will Have First-Party Games at Launch

Microsoft's next Xbox will launch with a strong lineup of exclusive first-party games to strengthen its value proposition and competitive…

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BigTech Companies

Xbox Co-Founder Slams Game Pass Price Hike as “Betrayal”

Xbox has shifted strategy by releasing former exclusives on PlayStation 5 and increasing prices for Game Pass and hardware, drawing…

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BigTech Companies

Microsoft Denies Xbox Pulled From Target, Walmart Stores

Microsoft has denied rumors that major US retailers like Target and Walmart are removing Xbox consoles from shelves, confirming these…

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BigTech Companies

Who Owns EA? The Surprising Answer

Electronic Arts (EA) has agreed to a $55 billion acquisition by a consortium including Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Silver…

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BigTech Companies

Nintendo Settles With Accessory Maker Over Leaked Switch 2 Mockups

Nintendo sued accessory maker Genki for trademark infringement and false advertising over early, accurate mockups of the unreleased Nintendo Switch…

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Business

The Secret World of Multi-Million Dollar Video Game Cheats

The underground market for video game cheats is a multi-million-dollar industry, with professional online stores selling advanced tools like wallhacks…

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BigTech Companies

Nintendo Apologizes for Switch 2 Stock Shortages

Nintendo apologized for ongoing Switch 2 shortages, citing unprecedented demand that outpaced supply despite selling 6 million units in seven…

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BigTech Companies

Xbox Game Pass Revenue Nears $5 Billion, Microsoft Reports

Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass has reached nearly $5 billion in annual revenue, driven by price increases and a new tier…

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Culture

IGN’s Gaming Trends: How Mobile & Roblox Are Changing the Industry

Mobile gaming dominates, especially among younger generations, with 93% of Gen Alpha preferring mobile devices and the Nintendo Switch thriving…

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Entertainment

79% of US Switch 2 Buyers Also Purchased Mario Kart World

The Nintendo Switch 2 achieved record-breaking first-week sales in the US, selling 1.3–1.35 million units, making it the fastest-selling console…

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