Twitch opts streamers into Amazon AI training by default, sparking backlash
Twitch enabled a new feature that uses streamers' VODs and archives to train Amazon's generative AI models without explicit opt-in, drawing criticism from creat
TweakTown · +14 outlets
Netflix closes Night School Studio and another gaming studio in gaming pullback
Netflix shut down two more game studios including Night School Studio (Oxenfree), signaling a continued retreat from its gaming ambitions as it struggles to fin
eGamers.io · +12 outlets
Halo co-creator blasts Campaign Evolved's lack of PvP as 'poor planning' and art direction as 'damn ugly'
Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto criticized Halo: Campaign Evolved's omission of PvP multiplayer and its Forerunner art direction, calling it a misstep from lack of
GamingBolt · +9 outlets
Monkey Island creator Ron Gilbert secures wealthy private investor for next game after rejecting publisher deals
Ron Gilbert, creator of Monkey Island, funded his next unannounced game through a wealthy private individual investor after growing frustrated with traditional
Bloomberg.com · +2 outlets
Mattel launches Mattel Game Studios to develop and publish digital games based on its IP
Mattel announced the formation of Mattel Game Studios, a new internal division to create and publish video games based on its toy and entertainment brands like
Brands Untapped · +14 outlets
Disney expands gaming business as potential growth catalyst
Disney is growing its gaming operations, viewing interactive entertainment as a key driver for the company's next chapter, with new initiatives spanning licensi
The Globe and Mail · +4 outlets
Injustice 2 surpasses 9 million copies sold since launch
NetherRealm's Injustice 2 has sold over 9 million copies, a significant milestone for the DC fighting game sequel years after its initial release.
Insider Gaming · +3 outlets
Matt Groening teases return of Simpsons Hit & Run
The Simpsons creator Matt Groening hinted at a potential return or revival of the cult-classic Simpsons Hit & Run video game.
Insider Gaming · +8 outlets
Krafton shifts focus from BGMI gaming to AI investments in India, totaling $900 million
Krafton, the maker of BGMI, is increasingly prioritizing AI investments over gaming in India, with total commitments reaching $900 million.
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tarik announces move away from Valorant co-streaming, raising VCT viewership questions
Popular streamer tarik said he will step back from hosting Valorant watch parties, potentially impacting viewership for Riot's VCT esports broadcasts.
Insider Gaming · +1 outlets
Gothic 1 Remake nearly recouped all development and marketing costs
The Gothic 1 Remake has almost recovered its full development and marketing investment, signaling strong commercial performance for the revival of the cult RPG.
WN Hub · +1 outlets
1666: Amsterdam gets early access release date; Assassin's Creed creator explains why he avoids the series
Assassin's Creed creator Patrice Desilets' historical game 1666: Amsterdam has set an early access release date, while Desilets discusses his complicated relati
Metro.co.uk · +14 outlets
Gears of War E-Day multiplayer beta opens to all players
NVIDIA announced that the Gears of War E-Day multiplayer beta is now open to all players, alongside new game launches supporting DLSS 4.5.
NVIDIA · +14 outlets
SEGA, Larian Studios, and Double Fine join PAX West 2026 lineup
PAX West 2026 will feature major exhibitors including SEGA, Larian Studios (Baldur's Gate 3), and Double Fine Productions for the upcoming show.
Esports Kingdom · +7 outlets
New app turns Steam Deck into PlayStation Portal for PS5 and cloud streaming
A third-party application now enables Steam Deck users to stream PS5 games and access PlayStation Plus cloud gaming, effectively turning the handheld into a Pla
TweakTown · +14 outlets
Ludwig Streamer Games 2026 viewership and prize pool overview
Ludwig's annual Streamer Games event in 2026 generated notable viewership numbers and prize pool figures, highlighting the crossover between streaming and compe
Esports Charts · +3 outlets
CEO 2026 fighting game tournament features new games and high-stakes matches
The annual CEO fighting game championships in 2026 introduced new titles to the lineup alongside high-stakes tournament brackets and notable storylines.
Esports.gg · +2 outlets
Infinix named official smartphone partner of Blood Strike Assault Tournament
Infinix partnered with the Blood Strike Assault mobile esports tournament as the official smartphone sponsor, bringing its GT Verse gaming brand to the battlefi
GIZGUIDE · +3 outlets