Caravan SandWitch free on Epic Games this week
Caravan SandWitch, a relaxed open-world puzzle-narrative, is free on Epic Games from August 13–20.
Twitch enables Amazon to use streamer content for AI training
Twitch enabled an opt-out setting that allows Amazon to use streams, VODs, clips, chats, images and text to train generative AI; creators must disable it manually.
How MMR Shapes Matches in LoL, Valorant and CS2
Understand what Matchmaking Rating (MMR) is, its origins, and how LoL, Valorant and CS2 use ranking and rating systems to pair players.
Netflix to Premiere GTA 6 Extended Look Worldwide
Netflix will debut the extended look for Grand Theft Auto VI globally, signaling a major shift in how games and streaming platforms compete for audience attention.
Groups Back Dutch Class Action Alleging Sony Inflates PlayStation Game Prices
Stop Killing Games and DoesItPlay joined a Dutch class action claiming Sony’s PlayStation Store limits competition and raises digital game prices.
Xbox CEO praises scale of The Elder Scrolls VI after studio demo
Xbox leadership watched an internal demo of The Elder Scrolls VI; CEO Asha Sharma praised its scale while protests over recent layoffs took place outside Bethesda.
Why Flappy Bird’s Creator Pulled the Game at Its Peak
In February 2014, developer Dong Nguyen removed Flappy Bird from app stores despite massive downloads and an estimated $50,000 daily ad revenue, citing personal impact and addiction concerns.
Australia blocks Halloween game over in-game drug perks
Australian authorities refused classification to Halloween: The Game due to in-game drug use that grants player advantages, preventing sales in Australia and New Zealand.
Nintendo offers free repairs for earthquake-damaged consoles
Nintendo will provide free repairs for consoles and accessories damaged by the July 28 Kumamoto earthquake and donated ¥50 million to relief efforts.
Take-Two says GTA 6 launch won’t be hurt by console price hikes
Take-Two’s CEO Strauss Zelnick says higher console prices are not expected to stop GTA 6’s November 19, 2026 launch or significantly reduce the installed base for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.