video games

Sony Group Corp. (NYSE:SONY) has released a significant update for its PlayStation Portal handheld device, introducing cloud streaming for PlayStation Plus Premium members. This feature, currently available in beta, allows users to stream "select PS5 games" via the cloud without needing a PS5...

Bethesda's Starfield has reached 15 million players since its release in September 2023. The game launched with six million players on its first day, making it Bethesda Game Studios' most successful launch, surpassing The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. Its availability on Xbox Game Pass...

Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) has unveiled its upcoming additions to Xbox Game Pass for the second half of November, featuring high-profile launches and exciting indie gems. Subscribers can look forward to a mix of blockbuster games, indie adventures, and in-game rewards, though a handful of...

Sony Group Corp. (NYSE:SONY) is reportedly in discussions to acquire Kadokawa Corporation, the Japanese media powerhouse known for its extensive portfolio of anime, manga, and video games, including the global hit Elden Ring. Two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters that negotiations are...

The Game Awards have updated eligibility criteria to include expansion packs, downloadable content (DLC), remakes, and remasters for consideration in all categories — including Game of the Year. “The Game Awards aims to recognise the best creative and technical work each year, irrespective...

Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) has officially announced the latest games departing Xbox Game Pass, leaving subscribers with just two weeks to enjoy these titles. The news arrives as Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, Spyro Reignited Trilogy, and Goat Simulator Remastered bolster the service's...

Microsoft Corp.’s (NASDAQ:MSFT) Blizzard Entertainment has dropped a significant hint regarding an upcoming project that could redefine the future of the StarCraft franchise. According to IGN, a job listing posted on Nov. 13 reveals Blizzard is seeking an “associate design director,...

Amazon.com Inc's (NASDAQ:AMZN) much-anticipated live-action Tomb Raider TV series appears close to landing its lead. According to Deadline, Sophie Turner — best known for her role as Sansa Stark in “Game of Thrones” — is reportedly in negotiations to take on the iconic role of Lara...

Microsoft Corp's (NASDAQ:MSFT) latest advertising campaign, "This Is An Xbox," has quickly become a talking point, drawing mixed reactions from fans. The campaign doubles down on the idea that Xbox isn't confined to a single console but exists as a gaming platform accessible on phones, TVs and PCs...

A new report from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has called attention to the prevalence of extremist and hateful content on Steam, accusing the platform of enabling the spread of such material. According to the ADL's findings, over 1.8 million instances of hate-related content, including Nazi...

Swedish video game company Embracer Group AB's (OTC:THQQF) latest financial results show a steep drop in sales and increased net losses as the company deals with game delays, staff reductions, and restructuring. Q2 Financial Summary: Declining Sales And Higher Losses For the quarter ending Sept. 30...

Sony Group Corp's (NYSE:SONY) November 2024 PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup offers a mix of popular titles and classic games for subscribers. Take-Two Interactive Software Inc‘s (NASDAQ:TTWO) Grand Theft Auto V leads this month's selection, marking the game's return to the service....

With the holidays just around the corner, video games are topping wish lists across the U.S. According to a new survey by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), 76% of children aged 10 to 17 plan to ask for game-related gifts this Christmas. This marks a slight increase from last year's 72...

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has confirmed the company has its sights set on a handheld gaming device under the Xbox brand. He did temper expectations, saying the device is still "a few years out" from release. In an interview with Bloomberg, Spencer mentioned Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:MSFT) is...

Valve is set to launch a limited-edition Steam Deck OLED: White Edition on Nov. 18, marking the second experimental colorway for the popular handheld gaming PC. Following the success of last year's translucent smoky Steam Deck OLED variant, Valve confirmed that only a limited number of units will...