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DC food
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Street Fighter 6's Incest Storyline Saga Just Got Worse, Somehow

Capcom will revise text in Street Fighter 6 regarding Alex's relationship with Patricia due to its controversial nature.
Games
fromWGB
3 weeks ago

Street Fighter 6's Alex Controversy Explained: Why Fans Are So Weirded Out

Street Fighter 6 controversially alters Alex's backstory, changing his relationship with Patricia from a sisterly bond to a romantic one.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Capcom Addresses The Street Fighter 6 Incest Storyline Icking Out Fans

Capcom plans to revise misleading text in Alex's storyline in Street Fighter 6, which involves a controversial incestuous relationship.
DC food
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Street Fighter 6's Incest Storyline Saga Just Got Worse, Somehow

Capcom will revise text in Street Fighter 6 regarding Alex's relationship with Patricia due to its controversial nature.
Games
fromWGB
3 weeks ago

Street Fighter 6's Alex Controversy Explained: Why Fans Are So Weirded Out

Street Fighter 6 controversially alters Alex's backstory, changing his relationship with Patricia from a sisterly bond to a romantic one.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Capcom Addresses The Street Fighter 6 Incest Storyline Icking Out Fans

Capcom plans to revise misleading text in Alex's storyline in Street Fighter 6, which involves a controversial incestuous relationship.
#street-fighter
fromConsequence
1 day ago
Independent films

New Street Fighter Trailer Is Packed With Action, Heartfelt Karaoke, and All Your Video Game Favs

Independent films
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Street Fighter Movie Trailer Shows Ryu And Ken Are Beefing

The upcoming Street Fighter movie focuses on Ryu and Ken's rivalry and features impressive fight sequences, set to release on October 16.
Independent films
fromEngadget
1 day ago

The first real trailer for the Street Fighter movie is filled with crowd-pleasing moments

The new Street Fighter movie trailer showcases fighting, humor, and Easter eggs, with a standard plot centered around a global fighting tournament.
Independent films
fromConsequence
1 day ago

New Street Fighter Trailer Is Packed With Action, Heartfelt Karaoke, and All Your Video Game Favs

The new Street Fighter movie features real street fighting and an eclectic cast, set in 1993 with a focus on a World Warrior Tournament.
Film
fromInverse
1 day ago

'Street Fighter' Could Be The Best Fighting Game Movie Yet

The upcoming Street Fighter movie trailer shows promise with a focus on character development and a period piece setting.
Independent films
fromVulture
1 day ago

Wait, the Street Fighter Movie Looks Awesome

The Street Fighter film trailer promises a vibrant, fun experience, contrasting with typical dark reboots, featuring notable actors and a comedic tone.
Independent films
fromVulture
1 day ago

The Street Fighter Movie Is Good, Actually

The Street Fighter movie, despite its poor reputation, is viewed as a unique cinematic experience rather than a traditional film.
Independent films
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Street Fighter Movie Trailer Shows Ryu And Ken Are Beefing

The upcoming Street Fighter movie focuses on Ryu and Ken's rivalry and features impressive fight sequences, set to release on October 16.
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Independent films

The first real trailer for the Street Fighter movie is filled with crowd-pleasing moments

Social media marketing
fromThedrum
13 hours ago

The State Of Influencer Marketing In Gaming

The gaming industry is rapidly growing, with revenues expected to reach $503.14 billion by 2025, driven by mobile gaming and influencer marketing.
#pokemon-champions
Games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Pokemon Champions Has A Built-In Way To Cheat Out Of Losing Rank

Timing out opponents in Pokémon Champions can prevent rank loss, leading to potential exploitation of the game's ruleset.
Games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Pokemon Champions Made Mega Hawlucha Into An Instant Win Button

Pokémon Champions is shaping competitive play with Mega Hawlucha's No Guard ability enabling guaranteed hits and one-hit knockouts.
Games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Pokemon Champions Has A Built-In Way To Cheat Out Of Losing Rank

Timing out opponents in Pokémon Champions can prevent rank loss, leading to potential exploitation of the game's ruleset.
Games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Pokemon Champions Made Mega Hawlucha Into An Instant Win Button

Pokémon Champions is shaping competitive play with Mega Hawlucha's No Guard ability enabling guaranteed hits and one-hit knockouts.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Fairgames Has An Extraction Shooter Mode As Marathon Struggles

Fairgames features a new mode called 'Cargo Heist' that involves completing objectives and extracting loot in a multiplayer heist shooter format.
fromEngadget
3 days ago

League of Legends' new WASD control scheme will be enabled for ranked later this month

"There's still a small delta in the win-rates between the control schemes, with Point and Click having a minor advantage. We expect that difference will decrease over time as players gain more mastery with WASD, but we will continue to monitor this stat in the future."
Games
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Arc Raiders Death Spiral Is A Problem Other Games Would Kill For

Arc Raiders has seen a significant decline in player numbers, while the Call of Duty movie is set for release on June 30, 2028.
Games
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Pokemon Champions is off to a rough start

Pokémon Champions is a free-to-start battle sim with bugs and design issues, but offers competitive gameplay for serious players.
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Blizzard just made Overwatch's best mode much worse

The developers say they modified Mystery Heroes "to help keep the mode's casual pace intact while mitigating some of the more extreme pain points it's had in the past." Removing perks helps players clock what's going on a bit faster, but it diminishes the fun.
Video games
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 weeks ago

What's Next: UFC Seattle Losers

Joe Pyfer's TKO victory over Israel Adesanya marks Adesanya's fourth consecutive loss, raising questions about his future in the UFC.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Football Manager gamer helps team win in real life

Kendrick suggested a formation change to 4-4-2, inspired by his online team and football manager Sean Dyche, leading to a 3-2 victory for KPR.
Liverpool FC
Video games
fromThedrum
3 days ago

Why Brands Need To Pick Up The Controller And Level Up In The Gaming World

The pandemic significantly increased gaming engagement, with mobile gaming becoming a key focus for brands and content creators.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Capcom's Killing It Right Now With Pragmata And Resident Evil

Capcom has transformed from a struggling company to a leading game developer with successful titles like Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem.
fromSherdog
2 weeks ago

Brazilian Pancrase champ eyes future bouts with Rizin, Dana White's Contender Series

The Pancrase contract allows me to fight in these two events and return to defend the belt if I am not signed. So I would really like this opportunity.
MMA
Washington Capitals
fromRMNB
3 weeks ago

Cole Hutson on his newfound Fortnite battles with Ryan Leonard: 'He's the bait guy, and I kill everyone'

Cole Hutson's NHL contract signing reunited him with Ryan Leonard, enhancing their bond and easing Hutson's transition into the league.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

YouTuber Puts $10 Grand Bounty On Marvel Vs. Capcom Rollback

Maximilian Christiansen offers a $10,000 bounty for adding rollback netcode to Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 to enhance online play.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Street Fighter Pro Detained By ICE Is Coming Home

Ludovic has been granted a very low bond! Thank you so much for all of the supporters. We had around 20 people in the court room and over 20 more supporting online. The judge was clearly moved. Everything he said was in favor of Ludovic. We could not have done this all without you!
Fundraising
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Heated Arc Raiders Debate Between PvE And PvP Players Goes Viral

A PvE player confronted a PvP player in Arc Raiders, raising questions about player expectations in PvP-enabled games.
Games
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

The Avatar fighting game will release on July 2 for PC and consoles

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game launches on July 2 for $29.99, featuring 12 characters and crossplay across multiple platforms.
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Nintendo is weathering the storm

Nintendo remains successful in a struggling gaming industry by focusing on its strengths and maintaining a consistent release schedule.
Video games
fromGamesBeat
2 weeks ago

Inside Clix Gaming's creator-powered business strategy

Cody 'Clix' Conrod is launching Clix Gaming, a brand and business centered on his success as a top Fortnite player.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

Marathon Cracks Down On Cool Exploits To Make Things Fair

Bungie has removed the slide-canceling exploit in Marathon to maintain balanced gameplay and has updated the Outpost loot area.
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Tekken 8 Review Bombed After Season 3 Launch

Tekken 8 has been review bombed on Steam due to player dissatisfaction with balance issues and an overly aggressive gameplay focus.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

'Street Fighter ' Just Leveled Up With A Crucial Collaboration

Street Fighter's film and television adaptations have consistently failed despite the franchise's dominance in gaming, but a new theatrical reboot directed by Kitao Sakurai shows promise by prioritizing source material fidelity and kinetic maximalism, with support from Street Fighter 6 director Takayuki Nakayama.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

2025 Publisher Ranking Shows Sony Near Last, Square Enix, Capcom At Top

Square Enix topped the Metacritic Game Publisher Rankings for 2025, surprising many, while Nintendo fell outside the top 10.
Games
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

At an Inner Richmond sports bar, a 25-year-old Nintendo game brings fierce competition

Joe, known as Megaman, plays Super Smash Bros. Melee at Abbey Tavern, showcasing the enduring popularity of retro gaming.
US politics
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Street Fighter Players Ask For Donations After ICE Detains Teammate

Ludovic Mbock, a competitive fighting-game player, has been detained by ICE; friends and community are fundraising to cover legal fees and seek his release.
fromWGB
2 months ago

Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Will Have 20 Fighters At Launch

The game's Steam page was updated to include a few new details, chief among them that there will be 20 heroes and villains to choose from when the game launches. "It's time to build your dream team and break some spirits in blistering four-versus-four fighting action. Choose from an expanding roster of 20 iconic Marvel characters at launch, each rendered in a bold new anime-inspired art style and members of their own unique teams of equally impressive heroes and villains," read the page.
Gadgets
Games
fromGame Informer
4 weeks ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - March 20

Weekend video game recommendations include Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Ghost of Yōtei Legends.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How brands can align their interests with the interests of gamers

Brands can increase engagement and reach diverse audiences by integrating ads into interactive gaming experiences and aligning brand goals with player interests.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

In the killer world of online gaming, there are no hits any more just survivors

Highguard's rapid failure demonstrates that modern online games face extreme pressure to deliver immediate returns, leaving no room for player learning curves or developer iteration.
#counter-strike-2
Games
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

Counter-Strike Just Upended 25 Years Of Shooter Muscle Memory

Counter-Strike 2 eliminates lossless ammo reloads, forcing players to discard unused magazine ammunition when reloading, increasing tactical decision-making and skill requirements.
Games
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

Counter-Strike 2's new reload system could upend the entire game

Valve overhauled Counter-Strike 2's reload mechanic to discard remaining ammo instead of retaining it, requiring players to use full magazines and disrupting decades of established gameplay habits.
Games
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

Counter-Strike Just Upended 25 Years Of Shooter Muscle Memory

Counter-Strike 2 eliminates lossless ammo reloads, forcing players to discard unused magazine ammunition when reloading, increasing tactical decision-making and skill requirements.
Games
fromArs Technica
4 weeks ago

Counter-Strike 2's new reload system could upend the entire game

Valve overhauled Counter-Strike 2's reload mechanic to discard remaining ammo instead of retaining it, requiring players to use full magazines and disrupting decades of established gameplay habits.
Media industry
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Livestreaming and eSports to drive the sports market in Asia

Asia is the fastest-growing sports market, driven by mobile, OTT, eSports, and live streaming, prompting platforms and brands to prioritize creative digital sports experiences.
Games
from48 hills
1 month ago

Is AI gaming ready for primetime? - 48 hills

Google demonstrated live AI-generated NPC dialogue at GDC 2026, with over 60 AI-related talks and events showcasing the gaming industry's focus on artificial intelligence integration.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Weird Nintendo never went away

Nintendo releases the Talking Flower, a whimsical toy that announces time and offers random positive affirmations without practical function, representing the company's playful side despite recent conservative decisions.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

I Miss When Multiplayer Games Weren't Changing All The Time - Kotaku

A patch increasing gunshot volume in Marathon created a more aggressive multiplayer environment, prompting nostalgia for older games that remained static after release rather than undergoing constant balance changes.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Ghost Of Yotei's New Free Online Mode Is So Good I'd Pay Money For It

Ghost of Yotei: Legends is a new multiplayer mode featuring up to four-player co-op with the game's exceptional combat system, magical elements, and progression through story and survival missions.
Games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Ghost Of Yotei Legends Will Add Online Coin-Flicking Action On March 10

Ghost of Yotei Legends multiplayer mode launches Tuesday with the popular Zeni Hajiki coin-flicking mini-game now playable against friends in a new mini-open-world lobby.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Monster Hunter, Fatal Frame, WWE 2K26 And More Launch This Week

March 2025 features unusually strong video game releases including Monster Hunter Stories 3, Ghost of Yotei multiplayer expansion, Fatal Frame 2 remake, and John Carpenter's Toxic Commando across multiple platforms.
Games
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Which of these two arcades is the "world largest"-and does it matter?

Two U.S. arcades claim the title of world's largest: Funspot in New Hampshire and Galloping Ghost in Illinois, each offering unique collections and experiences despite the semantic distinction.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

The 12 Best Fighting Games on Switch and Switch 2

Nintendo Switch's hybrid design and Switch 2 hardware revived fighting games on Nintendo, offering improved performance, load times, and a diverse range of titles.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Capcom Spotlight Livestream Announced for This Week; Will Feature 5 Games

Capcom will host a 30-minute Capcom Spotlight showcase on March 5, featuring updates on five upcoming games including Monster Hunter Stories 3, Pragmata, and Mega Man titles.
#mario-kart-world
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Capcom Apologizes For Street Fighter Tournament Ticket Prices

Capcom reduced the Capcom Cup livestream pay-per-view price to $10 and unified pricing across Japanese and English broadcasts.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

Street Fighter 2 Dev Now Spends $500K On His Own Gacha Game

Making games requires testing them. For microtransaction-fueled gacha games, that means putting your own money on the line to sample the merchandise. That's apparently what led Street Fighter 2 producer Yoshiki Okamoto to spend over $500,000 of his own money on his own game's loot boxes. Monster Strike is one of Japan's most lucrative gacha games and it's one Okamoto helped create after leaving Capcom in the early aughts.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Deadlock Is Secretly Growing Into An S-Tier MOBA Shooter

A thriving fan art community is always a sign of an entrenched playerbase. , Valve's secretive MOBA hero shooter, is currently teeming with creations all over social media that span the big three categories: horny, cute, and funny. In a way, these are perfect descriptors for the overall vibe of the latest six heroes to join the roster, which, alongside a plethora of additions and visual tweaks introduced in last week's big update, have led to a newfound momentum worth paying attention to.
Video games
#marvel-rivals
fromKotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Casual $40,000 Marvel Rivals Creator Tournament Sparks A Ton Of Online Drama - Kotaku

fromKotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Casual $40,000 Marvel Rivals Creator Tournament Sparks A Ton Of Online Drama - Kotaku

Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Overwatch Fans Put Jetpack Cat In Timeout

Jetpack Cat (Fika) is a disruptive, tethering support who creates viral plays but faces frequent competitive bans despite viable counters.
Video games
fromGame Informer
2 months ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - January 16

A rare lull before big releases lets players focus on live-service updates, classics, demos, and finishing 2025 games while offering weekend recommendations and a weekly recap.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

Mega Starmie Terrorizes Another Side Of The Pokemon Community

Mega Starmie ex dominates competitive Pokémon TCG play with Jet Blow's high damage, bench pressure combos, and 330 HP bulk.
fromInverse
1 month ago

36 Years Later, 'Mortal Kombat 2' Might Give Fans The Most Diverse Roster Yet

Mortal Kombat 2 was not just a thunderous success befitting Raiden himself, it also established many of the crucial players and much of the relevant lore in the franchise. And now, 23 years later, it seems as if the game's film counterpart will be following in its footsteps.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 months ago

League Of Legends Fighter 2XKO Launches With Issues On PS5

After roughly 18 months of closed betas and "Alpha Lab" playtests, Riot Games has finally released its beginner-friendly, free-to-play (but microtransaction-heavy) fighting game in full. There's no critical consensus regarding yet. At launch there aren't even ut I sunk a couple of hours into it this morning and can confirm that it's still just as good as it was during the last closed beta. any reviews of the console version. B Little caveat there: I played on PC.
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