Gaming News
Monument Valley dev ustwo becomes 'PC-first' studio
Game Developer - 7 Jan 2026 16:30
Ustwo says Netflix and Apple are 'not a solid base to build a long term business around.'
Update: Ubisoft closes Halifax studio weeks after workers vote to unionize
Game Developer - 7 Jan 2026 15:29
Workers at the Canadian studio voted to unionize in December in search of security in an era of 'studio closures, layoffs, and increasing instability.'
The Rise of AI in Entertainment: Transforming Experiences Across Screens and Stages
Critical Hit - 7 Jan 2026 14:53
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept confined to science fiction. It has firmly established itself in the entertainment industry, transforming how audiences consume, interact with, and even create content....
Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 Crosses Over With Amazon's Fallout TV Show Tomorrow With New Event Pass
Game Informer - 7 Jan 2026 13:07
Amazon's Fallout TV show is crossing over with Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 tomorrow with a new event pass, limited-time modes, and more. All this Fallout content hits Activision's latest release in its long-runnin...
PlayStation 5 Hyperpop Console Covers And Controllers Coming In March
Game Informer - 7 Jan 2026 12:02
If youre looking to add some flair to your PlayStation 5, Sony has revealed the Hyperpop Collection of designer covers and DualSense 5 controllers. These new accessories will become available in March.The Hyperpop Colle...
Report: Discord confidentially files for IPO
Game Developer - 7 Jan 2026 11:56
Could the chat platform finally realize its desire to go public?
Ubisoft Shuts Down Recently Unionized Halifax Studio
Game Informer - 7 Jan 2026 10:44
Ubisoft is shutting down Ubisoft Halifax, a studio that previously worked on Rocksmith and mobile titles in the Assassins Creed and Rainbow Six franchises. 71 staff members have been affected.This news comes just two da...
Why Smaller Games Are Winning Players Back
Critical Hit - 7 Jan 2026 09:55
In the last decade, the gaming industry has been chasing scale more than anything else. Maps got more expansive, and progression systems now seem endless at times. This has certainly pushed the boundaries of creativity. ...
Why Digital Card Games Are Making a Comeback
Critical Hit - 7 Jan 2026 09:43
Digital card games are making a comeback because they fit the way people play right now. You can get a real match in a short window, make meaningful decisions, and stop without losing your place. You can see the demand c...