Since the grand unveiling of the highly-anticipated GTA 6 trailer on December 4, 2023, a new player has entered the scene – the Florida Joker, aka Lawrence Sullivan. But why is he hitting out at Rockstar, demanding a hefty sum of $5 million? Who is the Florida Joker? The Florida Joker’s real name, Lawrence Sullivan,…
With Bobby Kotick officially stepping down on December 29th, 2023, Microsoft has taken the next big step toward more closely integrating Activision Blizzard into its expanding gaming division. And one man now finds himself holding more power than ever before: Microsoft Gaming’s Matt Booty. Microsoft opted not to appoint a direct replacement for Kotick. Instead,…
Steam recently revealed its annual list of the most played games on the platform in 2023, giving insight into what PC gamers around the world have been obsessed with over the past year. As always, the rankings showcase a diverse mix of esports titans, brand-new sensations, and enduring classics that millions just can’t stop coming…
The rumor mill has been swirling for years with speculation that Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto 5 might one day make its way to the Nintendo Switch. However, recent revelations from the leaks of the game’s source code suggest that this dream might have been nothing more than a mirage. A Decade of Rumors: The Elusive…
Geopolitical tensions now directly threaten gaming hardware performance in China with news emerging of Nvidia launching a deliberately weakened RTX 4090 chip to appease strict new US export controls. By eliminating nearly 12% of processing cores, this downgraded “RTX 4090D” model appears to intentionally limit its full potential for Chinese gamers. Nvidia remains tight-lipped publicly…
The competitive Dota 2 scene is set to heat up as BetBoom Dacha enters the fray, offering a staggering $1 million prize pool in Dubai, UAE this upcoming February. This blockbuster new addition to the schedule is great news for fans craving more elite-level Dota action to enjoy. However, BetBoom also dropped a bombshell by…
Sega has some big plans for the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise on mobile devices. The company recently confirmed that multiple new Sonic games for mobile are in development following its acquisition of Angry Birds maker Rovio earlier this year. From Acquisition to Acceleration: The Rovio-Powered Boost Back in August 2023, Sega finalized a deal to…
Rockstar Games, the iconic studio behind the Grand Theft Auto franchise, has seemingly been rocked by another major leak. Reports are swirling that the complete source code of Grand Theft Auto 5 has been leaked online, alongside potential files and codes for the highly anticipated GTA 6 and the long-rumored Bully 2. This breach marks…
In the wake of the recent ransomware attack on Insomniac Games, where a staggering 1.7 TB of data was exposed, another industry giant, Ubisoft, faced a similar peril. The question arises: Is the gaming industry under siege by cybercriminals? Let’s delve into the details and explore the implications for major game developers. Ubisoft’s Brush with…
In a not-so-surprising move, the Chinese government has released a set of strict rules that aimed to curb spending and rewards in online video gaming. This significant development has sent shockwaves through the gaming market, resulting in substantial losses for major players. Let’s delve into the details of these regulations, their immediate consequences, and the…
