Topic: gaming industry
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PAX Unplugged Houston debuts June 2027 for former PAX South fans
ReedPop and Penny Arcade are launching the inaugural PAX Unplugged Houston in June 2027, bringing the tabletop gaming conference to Texas for the first time. The event will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center from June 25 to 27, serving as a strategic return to the South following th...
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How iPhone Fold Could Worsen Concert Experiences
Apple’s potential entry into the foldable iPhone market raises concerns that unfurled screens could significantly obstruct audience views at live music events. Skepticism surrounds recent AI hardware claims for Mac devices, while critics argue that current folding phone technology remains too imm...
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Xbox Series X25 Price, Release Date Leaks Emerge
The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition is reportedly priced at €899.99 in Europe (estimated at $899.99 in the US) and is set to launch on November 27, 2026, according to a leak from French outlet Dealabs. This special anniversary console, celebrating 25 years of Xbox, will be sold in limited quantit...
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Sony has no PS6 release date yet as RAM crisis persists
Sony has not established a launch window for the PlayStation 6, with CEO Hiroki Totoki confirming no internal release timeline exists and the hardware remains in early development. The global RAM and semiconductor supply crisis is creating uncertainty around production schedules, forcing Sony to ...
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Alibaba sells gaming unit to double down on AI
Alibaba is selling its profitable gaming subsidiary Lingxi Games to private equity firm Trustar Capital, despite disagreements over the studio's valuation. The divestiture is part of Alibaba's strategic pivot away from entertainment and toward AI development, freeing capital to expand its Qwen AI...
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Phantom Blade Zero State of Play Set for Next Week, 11-Minute Trailer Revealed
Sony confirmed the next State of Play broadcast will feature an 11-minute deep dive into "Phantom Blade Zero", showcasing combat and world details, with pre-orders now open at $60 for PS5. The extended trailer is expected to reveal core gameplay systems and serve as the definitive introduction fo...
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CyberPowerPC RTX 5070 Gaming PC Drops to $1,399
The CyberPowerPC RTX 5070 gaming PC is now available for $1,399, including two free games,Star Wars Galactic Racer and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis,adding roughly $120 in value. The system pairs the RTX 5070 with a capable processor and ample memory, delivering strong 1440p and solid 4K perfor...
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Ceva Logistics Data Breach Hits European Clients
A cyberattack on Ceva Logistics' European contract logistics division exposed sensitive customer data (names, addresses, phone numbers, and order details) from eight warehouses, affecting clients like Valve, Bol, De Bijenkorf, Ajax, and ING. Security experts warn that logistics firms are prime ta...
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GameStop Raises $325M in IPO as Barnes & Noble Doubles Down on Gaming
GameStop raised $325 million through its IPO, becoming the largest U.S. game retailer and signaling a strategic bet on gaming amid shifting retail trends. The capital will fund expansion of its omnichannel operations, including store growth, e-commerce, inventory, technology, and potential acquis...
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Xbox Elite 3 prototype leaks with built-in mini screen
A Reddit user shared photos of what appears to be an early Xbox Elite Series 3 controller, purchased for $200 on OfferUp, featuring a small built-in screen,a first for Xbox controllers. The leak aligns with May regulatory filings that hinted at two new scroll wheels, a second wireless mode for di...
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Ferrari Luce Attracts at Least 500 Fans
Ferrari has already matched its 2026 sales target for the Luce EV, selling just under 500 units within two months of its rocky debut. Strong demand from China and positive feedback from U.S. tech entrepreneurs have fueled the sales surge for the €550,000 vehicle. Ferrari aims to sell roughly 2,50...
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Xbox outages block sign-ins and game launches
A widespread Xbox outage on Tuesday prevented users from signing in and launching games, occurring just days after a similar PlayStation Network failure. The outage affected both online and offline games due to Xbox's DRM system requiring periodic online authentication, sparking renewed criticism...
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PS5 physical game sale lets you stock up on discs before they vanish
A major PS5 physical game sale is live at retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop, offering discounted disc-based copies of top titles. The sale includes critically acclaimed first-party hits like Marvel's Spider-Man and God of War, providing a chance to build a physical library. As the ind...
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PlayStation Blackout Protest Planned for August Over Discless Future
A planned PlayStation blackout from August 23 to August 30 urges players to boycott PlayStation Network and digital purchases in protest of Sony's shift toward an all-digital future, which organizers argue threatens consumer choice and physical game ownership. The protest targets Sony's discless ...
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Logitech to offer replaceable batteries in European mice only
Starting in February 2027, the European Union will mandate replaceable batteries in consumer electronics, prompting Logitech to sell separate versions of its wireless mice for Europe and other markets. Logitech's gaming division chief explained that implementing user-replaceable batteries globall...
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Logitech shelves handheld plans, G Cloud 2 not coming soon
Logitech's new gaming division head Robin Piispanen finds gaming handhelds appealing but is not currently building a Logitech G Cloud 2. Piispanen is uncertain about when or if Logitech should revisit the handheld category after the original G Cloud's lackluster reception. The original G Cloud, l...
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Xbox and Amazon Pivot Cloud Gaming Strategies as Adoption Lags
Microsoft is testing ad-supported game streaming through Xbox's Insider Programme, allowing users to stream owned games with a one-hour session cap and commercial breaks, shifting from its subscription-first model. Amazon is integrating its Luna cloud gaming service into Prime Video to leverage i...
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Halo Remake Revives the Spirit of Classic Xbox
Microsoft's Xbox division is currently facing turbulence due to widespread layoffs, shuttered studios, and shifting priorities from costly acquisitions. Historically, Xbox's strength against competitors like Nintendo and Sony was driven by Halo, Bungie's landmark shooter that paired epic sci-fi w...
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Xbox engineering VP Asha Sharma departs after 3 months
Asha Sharma is leaving her role as Xbox engineering vice president after just three months to join an AI startup, reflecting a broader trend of executives moving from gaming to the rapidly growing AI sector. Her departure comes at a critical time for Xbox as it invests in cloud gaming and next-ge...
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Essential Apps, Gadgets, and Tools for Every Reader
The article introduces "The Drop" section featuring notable releases like the critically acclaimed film "The Odyssey," Bear 2.9 with a new Workspaces feature, and the World Cup final as the year's biggest TV event. A "Group Project" section highlights the Installer community's reading setups, inc...
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