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#amazon-luna
Games
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.
Games
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases

Amazon Luna will restrict access to only its subscription games, removing third-party purchases and subscriptions by June 2026.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases

Amazon is discontinuing third-party integrations on Luna, affecting subscriptions and game access.
#ai
fromThe Verge
2 days ago
Video games

The team behind 1000xResist is making a game about convincing an AI that it isn't human

Video games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

The team behind 1000xResist is making a game about convincing an AI that it isn't human

Sunset Visitor's next game, Prove You're Human, explores themes of AI and consciousness in a narrative adventure format.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Epic Is Reportedly Making A Disney-Themed Extraction Shooter

Epic is developing an extraction shooter featuring Disney characters, expected to launch in November.
#crimson-desert
Pets
fromWIRED
1 day ago

'Crimson Desert' Is a Cat Dad Simulator

Crimson Desert allows players to adopt and interact with pets, enhancing gameplay through cute animal interactions and character customization.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Crimson Desert Devs Lay Out Extensive Roadmap For Updates

Pearl Abyss is implementing significant gameplay changes and quality-of-life improvements for Crimson Desert in the coming months.
Pets
fromWIRED
1 day ago

'Crimson Desert' Is a Cat Dad Simulator

Crimson Desert allows players to adopt and interact with pets, enhancing gameplay through cute animal interactions and character customization.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Crimson Desert Devs Lay Out Extensive Roadmap For Updates

Pearl Abyss is implementing significant gameplay changes and quality-of-life improvements for Crimson Desert in the coming months.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Snap is sticking with Qualcomm for its next AR glasses

Snap's consumer AR glasses, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon XR chip, are set to launch this year after years of development.
#netflix
Board games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Netflix's TV games get a big boost with Jackbox collection

Netflix adds Jackbox's Drawful 2, Fibbage 4, and Quiplash 3 to its party game lineup, available for subscribers at no extra cost.
Games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Netflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app

Netflix adds Jackbox Party Essentials to its gaming lineup, offering three popular games for free to subscribers.
Games
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
Board games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Netflix's TV games get a big boost with Jackbox collection

Netflix adds Jackbox's Drawful 2, Fibbage 4, and Quiplash 3 to its party game lineup, available for subscribers at no extra cost.
Games
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Netflix adds three Jackbox games to its TV app

Netflix adds Jackbox Party Essentials to its gaming lineup, offering three popular games for free to subscribers.
Games
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
#virtual-reality
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
1 day ago

Why Most Enterprise VR Training Programs Fail Before They Start (And How To Fix It)

Organizations often fail VR training by focusing on technology rather than addressing specific training problems first.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Cantor Initiates Skillz With Overweight: Can the Mobile Gaming Platform Finally Stage a Comeback?

Skillz shows signs of stabilization with Q4 2025 revenue growth, despite a challenging year for investors.
New York Giants
fromAlleywatch
2 days ago

How Technology Is Transforming the Fan Experience at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New York

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will utilize advanced technology, including AI and 5G, to enhance operations and fan experiences.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Japan Has 12 Million Crypto Users and a Blueprint for Web3 Gaming

Japan's FSA plans a 2026 framework taxing crypto gains at a flat 20%, providing regulatory clarity for Web3 gaming projects.
Roam Research
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Inside Niantic Spatial's audacious plan to scan the world

Robots require accurate, up-to-date maps for effective navigation and task performance in urban environments.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

You can now turn 2D apps into 3D while using the Galaxy XR headset

Android XR introduces auto-spatialization, transforming 2D content into 3D experiences for Galaxy XR headsets.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Epic is reportedly building an extraction shooter for Disney

Disney's $1.5 billion investment in Epic aims to create an entertainment universe, with a Disney-themed extraction shooter set for release in November.
#video-games
Video games
fromMail Online
2 days ago

The open-world simulator game where you play as JESUS

A Polish game studio has released 'I Am Jesus Christ', an immersive game allowing players to experience the life of Jesus in an open-world format.
Video games
fromMail Online
2 days ago

The open-world simulator game where you play as JESUS

A Polish game studio has released 'I Am Jesus Christ', an immersive game allowing players to experience the life of Jesus in an open-world format.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

What leaked "SteamGPT" files could mean for the PC gaming platform's use of AI

Valve is integrating AI tools, named SteamGPT, to enhance internal evaluations of in-game incidents and analyze suspicious accounts.
European startups
fromTNW | Android
1 week ago

Decentraland launches on Epic Games Store and Android as metaverse goes multiplatform

Decentraland is shifting strategy by launching on popular platforms to increase user access and engagement in the metaverse.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

How the Gaming Market Continues to Expand

The gaming market is evolving into a mainstream, influential entertainment industry, driven by mobile gaming and diverse player demographics.
#online-gaming
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Cultural Codes in Gaming: How Innovation Is Rewriting the Rules

Online gaming design adapts to local behaviors and cultural expectations, moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach.
Video games
fromKotaku
22 hours ago

Dragon Age: Inquisition Servers Going Offline Later This Month - Kotaku

Dragon Age: Inquisition's PS3 servers will shut down after 12 years, highlighting the contrast between enduring single-player experiences and short-lived multiplayer games.
#meta
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Software development

Meta's Virtual Reality App Ditching VR To Make A Roblox Clone - Kotaku

Artificial intelligence
fromwww.benzinga.com
2 days ago

Meta's Spark vs ChatGPT, Gemini: 3.5B Users Edge - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta's new AI model, Spark, aims to leverage its vast user base for integration into existing apps rather than competing directly with established AI models.
fromKotaku
1 month ago
Software development

Meta's Virtual Reality App Ditching VR To Make A Roblox Clone - Kotaku

#indie-games
fromEngadget
1 day ago
Video games

Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out

Video games
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game space features new releases and upcoming titles, including updates on various games and showcases.
Games
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Castlevania headlines a big list of exciting indie game reveals

The Triple-I Initiative showcased new indie games, including Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and Prove You're Human, highlighting diverse genres and innovative gameplay.
Video games
fromGame Informer
2 days ago

Everything Announced At The April 2026 Triple-i Initiative

The Triple-i Initiative showcased 40 announcements for indie games, including new reveals and updates.
#meta-horizon-worlds
Tech industry
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Meta Will Keep Horizon Worlds Alive in VR 'for the Foreseeable Future'

Meta reversed its decision to shut down Horizon Worlds in VR, keeping the platform operational for existing games after user feedback, while discontinuing new content creation and major investments.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Meta isn't shutting down its VR metaverse after all

Meta reverses its shutdown of Horizon Worlds VR, committing to support existing games for the foreseeable future while shifting metaverse focus to mobile and AI.
Tech industry
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Meta Will Keep Horizon Worlds Alive in VR 'for the Foreseeable Future'

Meta reversed its decision to shut down Horizon Worlds in VR, keeping the platform operational for existing games after user feedback, while discontinuing new content creation and major investments.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Meta isn't shutting down its VR metaverse after all

Meta reverses its shutdown of Horizon Worlds VR, committing to support existing games for the foreseeable future while shifting metaverse focus to mobile and AI.
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Hardcore Survival Sim With Deadly Twist Is A Smash Hit On Steam

Road to Vostok is a post-apocalyptic single-player survival game that has secured the entire production budget for years to come within just 24 hours of its launch.
Games
Poker
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

How Crash-Style Gaming Platforms Are Driving Digital Revenue

Crash-style games generate substantial revenue through rapid game cycles, minimal operating costs, and high player engagement driven by simple mechanics and fast-paced gameplay.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

How online casinos have replicated the casino hall gaming experience - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Modern platforms use advanced graphics, realistic animations, and carefully designed interfaces that echo the layout and feel of physical gaming floors, enhancing the online casino experience.
Digital life
Video games
fromInverse
2 days ago

'Project Hail Mary's' Newest Chapter Is Coming From An Unexpected Source

VR gaming offers immersive experiences that transform the player's environment, exemplified by upcoming titles like Project Hail Mary.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Meta Is Shutting Down Horizon Worlds on Meta Quest

Meta sent an email blast to Horizon Worlds users today stating that the social VR world will officially end on its Quest VR headsets; starting March 31, Horizon Worlds will no longer be in the Quest store. Some Horizon-specific perks, including Meta Credits, avatars, and some digital clothes and in-world purchases, will also be removed.
Wearables
Games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The Exit 8 movie is even better if you play the game first

Exit 8 is a new horror film adaptation of an indie game, enhancing the surreal experience for viewers who play the game first.
#sony
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Sony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games

Sony's The Playerbase initiative allows fans to have their likenesses scanned for use in PlayStation games.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Next Sony State Of Play Coming April 16 - Report

Sony's next State of Play may occur on April 16, focusing on third-party games, but details remain unconfirmed.
Games
fromEngadget
5 days ago

Sony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games

Sony's The Playerbase initiative allows fans to have their likenesses scanned for use in PlayStation games.
Video games
fromGameSpot
3 days ago

Next Sony State Of Play Coming April 16 - Report

Sony's next State of Play may occur on April 16, focusing on third-party games, but details remain unconfirmed.
#metaverse
Digital life
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Meta is actually keeping its VR metaverse running, for now

The metaverse represents a digital space where people mentally transport themselves through devices, disconnecting from physical presence despite being physically present with others.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Marketing tech

'The metaverse is dead; long live the metaverse': emerging tech's table of elements

Digital life
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Meta is actually keeping its VR metaverse running, for now

The metaverse represents a digital space where people mentally transport themselves through devices, disconnecting from physical presence despite being physically present with others.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Marketing tech

'The metaverse is dead; long live the metaverse': emerging tech's table of elements

Games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Pokemon Champions, Starfield DLC And Other Games Coming Out

Starfield launches on PS5 with a new expansion, Terran Armada, and a free update, following mixed reviews of its first DLC.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days 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.
#playstation
Games
fromGameSpot
5 days ago

You Could Be In A PlayStation Game If You Write Well, Love PlayStation, Play And Own A Lot, Have Anecdotes, And More

PlayStation's new contest, The Playerbase, allows winners to have their likenesses scanned for in-game characters in Gran Turismo 7.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Future Sony PlayStation games will use AI to imagine new frames

ML-based frame generation technology is coming to PlayStation platforms, enhancing image quality but potentially introducing lag.
Games
fromGameSpot
5 days ago

You Could Be In A PlayStation Game If You Write Well, Love PlayStation, Play And Own A Lot, Have Anecdotes, And More

PlayStation's new contest, The Playerbase, allows winners to have their likenesses scanned for in-game characters in Gran Turismo 7.
Video games
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Future Sony PlayStation games will use AI to imagine new frames

ML-based frame generation technology is coming to PlayStation platforms, enhancing image quality but potentially introducing lag.
Video games
fromKotaku
2 days ago

1000xRESIST Team Is Back With A New Sci-Fi Game

Prove You're Human is a new sci-fi adventure game exploring AI personhood through CAPTCHA puzzles and psychological horror.
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Mountain climbing sim Cairn is getting free DLC this summer

The DLC introduces three new climbing areas and plenty of 'fresh challenges.' There's also a new avatar, as players can now climb as Aava or the game's original sidekick Marco.
Video games
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Video Games

Nintendo was founded in 1889, the same year the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris, starting as a manufacturer of Japanese playing cards.
Games
Video games
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

Valve brings native Steam Link app to Apple's Vision Pro

Steam Link is coming to Apple's Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of traditional games from Steam libraries on nearby Macs or PCs.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
fromEngadget
2 days ago

1000xResist devs reveal their wild-looking second game about convincing an AI it's not human

"An AI dares to dream she is human. You've been hired to put her in her place."
Video games
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Epic and Google have signed a special deal for a new class of 'metaverse' apps

Epic Games and Google have agreed to terms for a new class of applications called metaverse browsers that enable navigation of virtual worlds with portable virtual items and identities across different metaverse environments.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Sci-Fi Extraction Shooter Lasted Three Weeks Before Announcing Shutdown

Live-service games often fail, leading to financial losses and shutdowns shortly after launch, as seen with The Cube, Save Us.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

How games capture the awe and terror of cosmic isolation

The Artemis II mission evokes feelings of solitude and vulnerability in space, reminiscent of experiences in classic and modern space-themed video games.
Marketing
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

How Digital Gaming Trends Are Reshaping Modern Entertainment Businesses

Crypto-enabled digital gaming transforms audience behavior, monetization, and engagement strategies for entertainment businesses by enabling transparency, speed, personalization, and new payment models.
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Canceled Game 'Would Have Been Crimson Desert' Says Avalanche Head

I haven't played Crimson Desert enough, but we had everything that I've seen from Crimson Desert in the plans for that game. It was signed with a big publisher that has a lot of famous IPs...And then they just changed business direction again and wanted to focus on their existing IPs instead of new ones. They broke up with us on a text message, which I will never forgive them for.
Video games
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How Google's new AI could change videogames forever

Project Genie, which is currently only available for Google's AI Ultra subscribers, uses AI to build virtual worlds. That sounds interesting, if not necessarily revolutionary. Videogame developers already model and build virtual worlds all the time. Project Genie's simple concept, though, belies the tech's potential impact. The new system, and the Genie 3 model behind it, have the potential to forever change how videogames are built and played.
Software development
UX design
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Expanding sensory experiences in virtual environments | Computer Weekly

Comprehensively multisensory XR/IRL environments enable inclusive, immersive interactions by combining multiple sensory interfaces, but face technical, cost, and adoption hurdles.
#gaming-marketing
Games
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

The 13 Best New Video Games Of 2026 So Far

2026 has already produced notable games, with updates planned for the Game of the Year watch throughout the year.
#rec-room
Video games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
Video games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability challenges despite having over 150 million users.
#in-game-advertising
#ai-in-gaming
Games
from48 hills
3 weeks 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
3 weeks ago

AI was everywhere at gaming's big developer conference - except the games

AI tools were prevalent at GDC, but many developers oppose using AI in game development, valuing human creativity instead.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Google Cloud gaming boss says AI is the Iron Man suit for game developers - and everyone needs to get on board

Games
from48 hills
3 weeks 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
3 weeks ago

AI was everywhere at gaming's big developer conference - except the games

AI tools were prevalent at GDC, but many developers oppose using AI in game development, valuing human creativity instead.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Google Cloud gaming boss says AI is the Iron Man suit for game developers - and everyone needs to get on board

fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Technology Stack Behind Modern Gaming: Payment Infrastructure as Competitive Moat

Modern gaming platforms no longer win purely on content libraries, bonuses, or marketing spend. Competitive advantage is increasingly determined by the quality of the underlying technology stack, particularly payment infrastructure. This article examines how payment systems have evolved into a decisive moat for gaming operators, driven by massive investment, API-led architecture, advanced security engineering, cloud scalability, and the measurable financial cost of legacy platforms. Each section below explores a distinct technical pillar shaping competitive outcomes across the modern gaming ecosystem.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Google's Project Genie lets you generate your own interactive worlds

This past summer, Google DeepMind debuted Genie 3. It's what's known as a world world, an AI system capable of generating images and reacting as the user moves through the environment the software is simulating. At the time, DeepMind positioned Genie 3 as a tool for training AI agents. Now, it's making the model available to people outside of Google to try with Project Genie.
Artificial intelligence
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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.
Video games
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Meta exec hopes VR teens will stick around

The VR gaming industry faces its roughest period in decades, with Meta cutting over 1,000 jobs and shutting down studios, while revenue growth relies heavily on free-to-play titles popular with young players.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

The Best Games Of 2026 (So Far)

GameSpot tracks 2026 games scoring 8 or higher, highlighting must-play titles like Cairn and Mewgenics while noting lower-scoring games can still provide entertainment value.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Online Gaming: An Entertainment Ecosystem Teeming with Opportunities

AI, cloud infrastructure, and smartphone adoption are transforming gaming into an accessible, personalized, cross-platform ecosystem that reduces hardware barriers and enhances social play.
Video games
fromAol
2 months ago

What Roblox Needs to Prove in 2026

Roblox must prove advertising can scale without hurting engagement and convert platform strength into sustainable economics and operating leverage.
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