The gaming world was abuzz with excitement when Paradox Interactive announced Life by You, an open-world life simulation game touted as a formidable competitor to Electronic Arts’ beloved The Sims franchise. With promises of unparalleled customization, real-language conversations, and a modding-friendly platform, Life by You seemed poised to dethrone the reigning king of life sims. However, in a disappointing turn…
Netflix ventured into the gaming sector in 2021, but it hasn’t achieved as much success as it did with the recently launched GTA trilogy. The streaming giant added these three remastered Grand Theft Auto games to its Netflix Games platform in December 2023, shortly after unveiling the trailer for GTA 6. This strategic timing paid off in…
When it comes to smuggling contraband, people have tried some bizarre methods over the years. However, one woman in China took things to a whole new level when she attempted to smuggle a whopping 350 Nintendo Switch game cartridges from Hong Kong to China by stuffing them into her bra. This peculiar incident left officials at the…
The “Olympic Esports Games” seem poised to become a reality, with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) set to vote on this groundbreaking initiative at the 142nd IOC Session in Paris next month. First introduced by IOC President Thomas Bach at the 141st IOC Session in Mumbai in 2023, the first-ever Olympic Esports Games aim to bridge…
Just months after releasing the acclaimed Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, rumors are swirling that Insomniac Games has already begun early development on a third Spider-Man game. The rumors stem from alleged leaked images that appear to show Cindy Moon’s Silk swinging through Central Park. But how credible are these Spider-Man 3 leaks? Let’s take a closer look. Who Leaked…
The gaming giant Valve Corporation is facing a massive £656 million ($843 million) lawsuit in the United Kingdom. The suit alleges that Valve’s dominant position in the PC gaming marketplace through its Steam platform has led to anti-competitive practices and inflated game prices. Let’s dive into the details. Who is suing Valve and why? The lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Vicki Shotbolt, a…
According to reports from Chinese media, Game Science, the studio behind the upcoming Black Myth Wukong, turned down Sweet Baby Inc.’s consultancy services due to an alleged $7 million price tag. The developers believed that taking services from such agenda-driven consultancy could compromise their creative vision and lead to forced inclusivity that might not align with…
Netflix has revealed that Mike Verdu, the Vice President of Games, will be departing from his present position to embark on a new project within the company. Although Verdu has not disclosed the details of his future position, he mentioned in an interview with GamesIndustry.biz that he will be heading a team focused on “the…
For years, Mac has lagged behind Windows when it comes to gaming capability and developer support. However, the recent blockbuster announcements at WWDC 2024 signal Apple may finally be prioritizing gaming on its desktop platform. At the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) 2024, Apple unveiled an exciting slate of games coming to macOS. Some of these games are ports…
Following Sony’s State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and Xbox’s Games Showcase, Ubisoft joined the fray with its own event, Ubisoft Forward 2024. Here, Ubisoft revealed their upcoming projects, showcased gameplay footage, and delighted fans with an array of surprises. Here is everything revealed at Ubisoft Forward 2024: Star Wars Outlaws Gameplay One of the most highly anticipated…
