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Gacha Gaming - The Good, the Bad, and the Bankrupt
Since Genshin Impact, 'gacha' games are becoming ever more prevalent in the West. But what makes them attractive? And aren't…

Goodbye Volcano High takes out 2023 Tribeca Games Award
The apocalyptic coming-of-age narrative game took out top honors, with Despelote taking out a special mention.

SXSW Sydney Games Festival 2023: Everything you need to know
SXSW Sydney Games Festival 2023 will feature a major indie games showcase, a conference track, an esports tournament, a tabletop…

Hideo Kojima won't direct Death Stranding movie
Kojima will still be 'heavily involved' in the upcoming adaptation, however.

Rockstar Games co-founder launches new studio, Absurd Ventures
Dan Houser left Rockstar Games in 2020, after more than two decades working as a writer and producer.

Sonic Origins Plus speedrunning event to be held for charity
You can celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 32nd birthday with some good ol' speedrunning.

Mortal Kombat 2: New cast members, Kano return confirmed
Mortal Kombat 2 will feature new faces, and a strong cast of returning favourites.

Dead Cells animated series gets first trailer, 10-episode run
The series is being produced by the company responsible the game's animated trailers.

Summer Game Fest 2023 - All the trailers and announcements
Summer Game Fest 2023 kicks off a packed month for announcements and demos for upcoming video games.

Summer Game Fest will return for 2024
The showcase will return in 2024, after a 'record-setting 2023', according to its creator.