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fromwww.theverge.com
1 day ago

Fortnite developers can make AI characters now just don't try to date them

Epic Games introduces an AI conversations tool for Fortnite, allowing creators to develop unscripted, interactive NPCs for player engagement.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

UK gaming icon Peter Molyneux on AI, his final creation and a changing industry

Peter Molyneux reflects on his career and the future of the UK games industry, emphasizing the impact of AI on game development.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
13 hours ago

How AI Avatars Are Turning Static Documents Into Interactive Learning Experiences

Transforming traditional documents into interactive learning experiences enhances engagement and retention in training.
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago

The surprising origin of 4 features that superglue kids and adults to screens

Social media companies are liable for harming children through addictive design features similar to those in gambling.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
14 hours ago

I've Tested Gaming Laptops for Over a Decade. This Is What I Think You Should Buy

Gaming laptops have evolved significantly, offering powerful performance and sleek designs, making them viable alternatives to desktop PCs.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

People still remember it 40 years later': the making of Chuckie Egg

Chuckie Egg was a groundbreaking platform game from the early 1980s that became a cultural icon in British gaming.
Graphic design
fromKotaku
9 hours ago

I Love Low-Effort Tomodachi Life Creations, Like A Single Pea On A Plate

Impatience can lead to embracing low-effort creativity in games like Tomodachi Life.
Board games
fromBoard Game Quest
1 day ago

Crowdfunding Campaigns of the Week - 4/20/26

A variety of crowdfunding board games are featured, including solo and co-op options, strategic gameplay, and travel-friendly designs.
#characterai
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 days ago

AI Company Known for Teen Suicides Launches New Feature to Turn Books Into Roleplaying Experiences

Character.AI introduces 'c.ai Books' to create interactive storytelling experiences using classic literature, despite past controversies and a ban on underage users.
Books
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Character.AI's new Books mode turns reading into roleplay

Character.AI introduces a new 'Books' mode for structured roleplaying, aiming to enhance user experience while addressing previous controversies.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 days ago

AI Company Known for Teen Suicides Launches New Feature to Turn Books Into Roleplaying Experiences

Character.AI introduces 'c.ai Books' to create interactive storytelling experiences using classic literature, despite past controversies and a ban on underage users.
Books
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Character.AI's new Books mode turns reading into roleplay

Character.AI introduces a new 'Books' mode for structured roleplaying, aiming to enhance user experience while addressing previous controversies.
#gaming-industry
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
4 days 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.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks 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.
Social media marketing
fromThedrum
4 days 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.
Video games
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks 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.
fromGamesBeat
4 days ago

10 years in gaming: Sportfive shares lessons from its first decade in interactive media

Sportfive's gaming department, which started with just three dedicated employees in 2016, has now expanded to a robust team of 80, highlighting the agency's commitment to the gaming sector.
Marketing
#virtual-reality
fromInfoQ
6 days ago
Growth hacking

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago
Psychology

The Science of Seeing Differently Through Virtual Reality

Virtual reality can immerse individuals in experiences of bias, but it may also reinforce existing prejudices if not carefully designed.
Growth hacking
fromInfoQ
6 days ago

From VR to Flat Screens: Bridging the Input and Immersion Gap

The future of VR and wearables is focused on natural interaction and immersion, despite current market limitations.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago

The Science of Seeing Differently Through Virtual Reality

Virtual reality can immerse individuals in experiences of bias, but it may also reinforce existing prejudices if not carefully designed.
Music production
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Even The Lead Singer Of Imagine Dragons Can Barely Get Anyone To Play His Live-Service Game - Kotaku

Last Flag, a new 5v5 hero shooter by Dan Reynolds, struggles to attract players despite its unique concept and celebrity backing.
#crimson-desert
Games
fromGadgets 360
5 days ago

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies within a month of its release.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Crimson Desert's First Month Was Full Of Big Updates And Neat Discoveries

Crimson Desert, a massive open-world RPG, has gained popularity despite mixed reviews and initial player feedback.
Games
fromGadgets 360
5 days ago

Crimson Desert Has Sold Over 5 Million Copies

Crimson Desert has sold over 5 million copies within a month of its release.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Crimson Desert's First Month Was Full Of Big Updates And Neat Discoveries

Crimson Desert, a massive open-world RPG, has gained popularity despite mixed reviews and initial player feedback.
Media industry
fromObserver
4 days ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
#roblox
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago
Video games

Roblox's AI assistant gets new agentic tools to plan, build, and test games | TechCrunch

Video games
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Roblox's AI assistant gets new agentic tools to plan, build, and test games | TechCrunch

Roblox is enhancing its AI tools to assist developers in planning, building, and testing games more effectively.
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
6 days ago

Meta raises the price of its Quest VR headsets

Meta's price adjustments for the Quest VR units are a direct response to the significant rise in costs associated with building high-performance VR hardware, particularly due to the global surge in memory chip prices.
Tech industry
Video games
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

AI Dungeon maker Latitude unveils Voyage, a platform for creating AI-powered RPGs | TechCrunch

AI-powered RPG platform Voyage allows players to design unique gaming worlds and interact with unscripted NPCs.
Independent films
fromConsequence
5 days 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.
fromTheregister
6 days ago

The only technology that died more times than VR is AI

Neal Stephenson argues that the metaverse is dead, particularly in light of the failure of Meta's Horizon Worlds, which raises significant concerns about the future of virtual reality.
Wearables
Games
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

There's nothing like an RPG over vacation

People of Note is a music-themed RPG that offers a relaxing gaming experience while featuring a journey of an aspiring pop singer.
Board games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Pragmata Guide: 7 Tips To Know Before You Start Playing

Combining gunplay and hacking creates a complex gameplay experience that requires strategic resource management and multitasking.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
6 days ago

What Is Immersive Learning In Corporate Training? Examples, Benefits, And Strategies

Immersive learning enhances corporate training by providing realistic, interactive experiences that improve engagement and on-the-job performance.
Video games
fromGameSpot
8 hours ago

Rumored Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Won't Be On Xbox Game Pass: Everything We Know About Call Of Duty 2026

A new Call of Duty game, likely Modern Warfare 4, is expected to release later this year.
Games
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Panic says the Playdate Catalog won't accept games made with generative AI

Panic will not accept games using generative AI for art, audio, music, text, or dialog in the Playdate Catalog.
#pragmata
fromWGB
1 day ago
Video games

Pragmata Has Aready Sold A Load Of Copies

Pragmata sold over a million copies in three days due to effective marketing and multi-platform support.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

It's Such A Relief To See A Cool Game Like Pragmata Succeed

Pragmata's success shows that innovative games can thrive in a challenging market, while Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 continues the franchise with new character creation.
Video games
fromWGB
1 day ago

Pragmata Has Aready Sold A Load Of Copies

Pragmata sold over a million copies in three days due to effective marketing and multi-platform support.
Video games
fromKotaku
1 day ago

It's Such A Relief To See A Cool Game Like Pragmata Succeed

Pragmata's success shows that innovative games can thrive in a challenging market, while Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 continues the franchise with new character creation.
Games
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Microsoft's new Xbox chief starts making her mark

Asha Sharma is reevaluating Game Pass pricing to enhance value for players on Xbox.
fromKotaku
4 weeks ago

RPGs Lead To The Strongest 'Post-Game Depression,' Study Finds

The study, published in the Current Psychology journal, was conducted by researchers from SWPS University and the Stefan Batory Academy of Applied Sciences, who set out to measure the 'sense of emptiness that arises after completing a deeply immersive game.' Post-Game Depression, or P-DGS, was measured across two separate studies, with a total of 373 participants.
Mental health
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Developers Of Moon Child Resurface To Bask In All The Shitposts

Moon Child, an unreleased Amiga platformer, has gained renewed interest online, sparking nostalgia and creativity among fans and its original developers.
#online-gaming
fromLondon On The Inside
4 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.
#marathon
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Marathon's Mercy Kits Are Being Used For The Cruelest Trolling

Marathon is an exceptionally unforgiving extraction shooter, with new updates introducing Mercy Kits that can be used for both cooperation and trolling.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Marathon Review: Bungie's Slick FPS Is One of the Best Shooters in Years

Marathon by Bungie offers a hardcore, immersive shooter experience but may lack broad appeal due to its complexity and niche design.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 days ago

Marathon's Mercy Kits Are Being Used For The Cruelest Trolling

Marathon is an exceptionally unforgiving extraction shooter, with new updates introducing Mercy Kits that can be used for both cooperation and trolling.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
4 days ago

Marathon Review: Bungie's Slick FPS Is One of the Best Shooters in Years

Marathon by Bungie offers a hardcore, immersive shooter experience but may lack broad appeal due to its complexity and niche design.
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago

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

PlayStation has announced a new contest called The Playerbase, allowing winners to have their likenesses scanned to appear in PlayStation games, starting with Gran Turismo 7.
Games
Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Cyberpunk platformers, gallivanting geckos and other new indie games worth checking out

Indie game showcases and events are highlighting new titles and updates in the indie gaming space this weekend.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days 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.
Games
fromGame Informer
3 weeks ago

The Video Games You Should Play This Weekend - April 3

Darth Clark returned to Game Informer, and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie was released, marking significant events in the gaming industry.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks 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
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Fortune's Run Is Due A New Update Now Its Dev Is Out Of Prison

Dizzie, the developer of Fortune's Run, has been released from prison and is resuming work on the game after a year-long pause.
Marketing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

AI will power Fandom from spectator to co-star

Generative AI enables media companies to maintain constant fan engagement by scaling personalized content creation beyond traditional production limits, transforming passive consumers into active co-creators within brand-safe parameters.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks 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.
#gaming
fromThedrum
6 days ago
Video games

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

Video games
fromThedrum
6 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
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Why I'm embracing the latest uncool thing in gaming

Marathon offers a welcoming community for feminine-presenting players, contrasting with typical multiplayer experiences in gaming.
Board games
fromMedium
1 month ago

Are games really "dumbing down"?

The Elder Scrolls evolved from a struggling franchise after failed games Battlespire and Redguard into one of gaming's most influential RPG series.
#arc-raiders
fromKotaku
5 days ago
Video games

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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Video games

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days 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.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Seeking connection': the video game where players stopped shooting and started talking

Many players of Arc Raiders engage in non-violent gameplay, surprising developers and raising questions about human behavior in competitive environments.
Video games
fromKotaku
4 days ago

Iron Galaxy Slashes More Developers In An Attempt To Survive

Iron Galaxy is laying off up to 90 employees due to changing market conditions and the need to adapt to a new business model.
fromEngadget
5 days 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
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

The Division Was Originally A World Of Warcraft Clone, Says Ubisoft

The Division was originally conceived as a World of Warcraft-like MMORPG before evolving into a third-person looter shooter.
Marketing tech
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

The in-game advertising landscape: It isn't child's play

In-game advertising integrates branded placements into game environments to reach a large, mature gaming audience, but requires data-driven strategy for effectiveness.
#battlefield-6
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Battlefield's Worst Maps Are Getting Reworked This Year

EA is reworking the worst maps in Battlefield 6, Blackwell Fields and New Sobek City, based on player feedback and internal data.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Battlefield 6 Getting 7 New Maps This Year, Plus A Server Browser And More

Battlefield 6 is set to enhance gameplay with new maps and features, addressing player demands for larger maps and quality improvements.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Battlefield's Worst Maps Are Getting Reworked This Year

EA is reworking the worst maps in Battlefield 6, Blackwell Fields and New Sobek City, based on player feedback and internal data.
Video games
fromKotaku
5 days ago

Battlefield 6 Getting 7 New Maps This Year, Plus A Server Browser And More

Battlefield 6 is set to enhance gameplay with new maps and features, addressing player demands for larger maps and quality improvements.
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
fromKotaku
6 days ago

Players Use Epic For Freebies But Then Just Go Back To Steam

Epic Games Store is popular for free games but struggles to compete with Steam and faces criticism for rushed projects.
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
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.
Video games
fromInverse
1 week 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.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Why gaming is a such a key communications channel for retail marketers

Gaming is a mainstream, high-value channel retailers must engage, especially Gen Z gamers, via community-driven experiences on platforms like Twitch and Discord.
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.
Video games
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Working a Fake Job Is a Great Pastime

Retro Rewind, an indie store simulator, captivates players with its nostalgic retail management experience, contrasting sharply with high-action games like Resident Evil Requiem.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How a decades-old video game has helped me defeat the doomscroll

Replacing a smartphone with a nostalgic handheld like a Game Boy Advance can reduce doomscrolling while providing lower-stimulus screen time.
Video games
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
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
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Gamers' Worst Nightmares About AI Are Coming True

Xbox faces internal challenges amid industry-wide pressures from AI adoption, memory shortages, and rising hardware costs, though the console is not shutting down.
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
fromKotaku
1 month ago

I Fell In Love With Highguard And Now It's Gone Forever - Kotaku

Highguard, a multiplayer shooter that shut down after three months, provided deeply enjoyable late-night gaming experiences despite initial bland impressions and negative community reception.
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.
fromMashable
1 month ago

'Pokemon Pokopia' is the cozy escape the internet needed

At a moment when the internet feels like a constant stream of bad news alerts, many people online have found a surprisingly gentle escape: Pokémon Pokopia. Even if you're not a gamer, it's hard to miss. I don't own a Nintendo Switch - let alone the new $500 Switch 2 - and yet cute clips from Pokopia keep appearing on my feeds anyway.
Video games
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

The promise and peril of a new online shooter

Highguard blends FPS and MOBA mechanics in a colorful 3v3 'raid shooter' that’s fun initially but unlikely to become a Fortnite-sized hit.
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