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Cloud and the gang in Final Fantasy VII Revelation
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This Week in Gaming News: August 31st – September 6th, 2026

We’re finally moving into autumn, which should mean that the weather calms down somewhat. Great news for the heatwave-averse among us, but more importantly, great news for gaming as well. Don’t get us wrong; we’ve never had a problem staying resolutely indoors and ignoring the call of the wild while it’s summer, but it’s much

Jay Allsopp · September 7, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

A character holding a smartphone to their ear in Grand Theft Auto 6
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This Week in Gaming News: August 24th – August 30th, 2026

The end of summer is usually a fairly significant time in the gaming calendar, as it heralds the arrival of Gamescom, which often brings some pretty big announcements along with its opening ceremony. This year, as you might expect, is no different on that front, so we’ll be recapping some of the Gamescom opening night’s

Jay Allsopp · August 31, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Raz looking flashy in Psychonauts 2
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This Week in Gaming News: July 27th – August 2nd, 2026

Somehow, an entire week has once again passed, and it’s time for us to take a look at the world in gaming news for the seven days we’ve all just sweated through as a nation. We know we’re harping on the UK’s unprecedented heatwave right now, but honestly, it’s starting to get into our heads.

Jay Allsopp · August 3, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Pokemon Gaming and Its Potential Effects
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Pokemon Gaming and Its Potential Effects

For millions of fans, Pokemon has always been about catching creatures, exploring new areas and becoming the best trainer you can be. It’s a simple formula that has worked for decades. But as gaming has changed, so have the conversations around what should and shouldn’t appear in games aimed at a wide range of audiences.

Jessica Thompson · July 31, 2026 · 2 Mins Read

Best Personalised Gifts for Gamers Who Already Own Everything
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Best Personalised Gifts for Gamers Who Already Own Everything

Buying a gift for a gamer can be surprisingly difficult. The obvious choices—new games, controllers, headsets and digital store credit—may already be sitting in their collection. Even when you know which platforms they use, there is always the risk of buying something they already own or simply do not need. That is where personalised gaming

Jessica Thompson · July 30, 2026 · 9 Mins Read

A crocodile character roaring in South of Midnight, an Xbox game
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This Week in Gaming News: July 6th – July 12th, 2026

As the UK continues to struggle in the grip of its longest heatwave since 1976 (which still isn’t over at time of writing!), we’re here to bring you some respite from the weather and run down some of the biggest gaming news of the week. Depending on your personal perspective, of course, this may either

Jay Allsopp · July 15, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Social Casinos Have Earned a Spot in the Modern Gamer’s Rotation
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Social Casinos Have Earned a Spot in the Modern Gamer’s Rotation

Scroll through the average gamer’s phone and you find a strange lineup living side by side. A live-service shooter that eats a couple of hours every weekend. A gacha RPG that gets a daily login and little else. A cozy farming sim for winding down before bed. And somewhere in that stack, a slots app

Jessica Thompson · July 6, 2026 · 12 Mins Read

The cast of Persona 5, representing the Persona TV series
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This Week in Gaming News: June 29th – July 5th, 2026

Between the World Cup and the continuing hot weather, Brits have plenty to be excited (or grumble) about, but if you can find a little space in your schedule for some more excitement, we’ve got some gaming news to round up. Here in the post-summer showcase slump (which we consider to run until basically August

Jay Allsopp · July 6, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Edward clashing blades in Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced
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The Best Games for July 2026

We’re well and truly into the British summer now, and all those who say that the UK doesn’t typically get hot summers may soon have to eat their words if this year is anything to go by. Still, if you’re not the kind of person who likes to spend hours outdoors soaking up the sun,

Jay Allsopp · June 29, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

How to Create the Perfect Clan Name
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How to Create the Perfect Clan Name in 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide)

Your clan name is more than just a label — it’s your squad’s identity, your brand in the gaming world, and often the first thing opponents see before a match. A great clan name builds unity, intimidates enemies, and becomes legendary in lobbies. Whether you play competitive Call of Duty, chill in Roblox, or raid

Jessica Thompson · June 16, 2026 · 4 Mins Read

A close-up of Spyro the Dragon
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This Week in Gaming News: June 1st – June 7th, 2026

Summer Game Fest time is officially upon us, and you know what that means: game announcements galore. This week certainly hasn’t disappointed us on that front! This week alone, we were treated to the twin titanic spectacle of the Summer Game Fest show and the Xbox presentation, and that’s in addition to plenty of smaller

Jay Allsopp · June 8, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Ezio smirking at the camera in artwork for Assassin's Creed
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This Week in Gaming News: May 18th – May 24th, 2026

Well, here we are once again, taking a look at the state of the gaming world over the last week or so. We hope you’re ready to join us for our latest recap! We’re very fond of saying this, we know, but there’s plenty to catch up on, including some fairly big news from companies

Jay Allsopp · May 25, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Building Virtual Cities in Minecraft Has Become a Global Hobby
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Building Virtual Cities in Minecraft Has Become a Global Hobby

From detailed recreations of famous skylines to massive collaborative projects shared across online communities, Minecraft has evolved far beyond a simple sandbox game. Players around the world now use the game as a creative tool to design realistic cities, experiment with architecture, and work together on ambitious digital worlds. Minecraft has always encouraged creativity, but

Jessica Thompson · May 13, 2026 · 6 Mins Read

A Walker bot in Pragmata
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This Week in Gaming News: April 20th – April 26th, 2026

Thanks for joining us once again for a rundown of what’s been happening in the world of gaming this week! We appreciate you taking a little time out of your day to catch up with the industry’s goings-on. As usual, goings-on there certainly have been this week. While we’re arguably entering the lull period between

Jay Allsopp · April 27, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

The Unified Playground: Why 2026 is the Year Gaming Finally Lost Its Limits
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The Unified Playground: Why 2026 is the Year Gaming Finally Lost Its Limits

If you told me five years ago that I’d be playing a “Triple-A” fidelity RPG on a budget smartphone while riding the tube, I would have laughed you out of the room. Yet, here we are in 2026, and the old hardware wars feel like a distant, dusty memory. I’ve spent the last month hopping

Jessica Thompson · April 20, 2026 · 3 Mins Read

What’s With Opening CS2 Cases, and Why Does It Hook Players So Fast?
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What’s With Opening CS2 Cases, and Why Does It Hook Players So Fast?

If you have spent any time around CS2 lately, you have seen it. Somebody opens a case. The reel slows down. A red skin flashes past. Chat loses its mind. Then the whole thing happens again five minutes later. That is the trick. Case opening looks simple, but it is built around the same loop

Jessica Thompson · April 17, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

A character holding a glowstick in Dune: Awakening
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This Week in Gaming News: April 6th – April 12th, 2026

The skies are growing brighter every minute of the evening now that we’re well and truly into spring, so what better way to celebrate the encroaching (if still somewhat distant) summer solstice than with a news roundup? We know, we know, we’d be doing this no matter the weather or the occasion, but hey, it

Jay Allsopp · April 13, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Why Discord Has Become The Modern Game Recommendation Feed
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Why Discord Has Become The Modern Game Recommendation Feed

Many players do not choose their next game based solely on store banners or review scores. The real decision often happens in Discord, inside servers where friends swap clips, post screenshots, compare prices, and talk each other into trying something new. That process feels more personal because the advice comes from people who already know

Jessica Thompson · March 23, 2026 · 3 Mins Read

Why Online Casinos Are Attracting Hardcore Gamers
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Why Online Casinos Are Attracting Hardcore Gamers

Hardcore gamers are known for playing serious games. They spend hours on shooting games, racing games, strategy games, and online battles. These games need skill, focus, and fast reactions. Many players enjoy the challenge and competition. But now, something new is happening. Many hardcore gamers are also playing online casino games. This may sound surprising

Jessica Thompson · March 3, 2026 · 4 Mins Read

This Week in Gaming News: January 5th – January 11th, 2026
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This Week in Gaming News: January 5th – January 11th, 2026

And so we find ourselves at the conclusion of another week, and it’s the first full week of 2026, so things in And so we find ourselves at the conclusion of another week, and it’s the first full week of 2026, so things in the gaming world are very much settling down and returning to

Jay Allsopp · January 18, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

A close-up of Lara Croft's face in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis
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This Week in Gaming News: December 8th – December 14th, 2025

The Game Awards, arguably the most important event on the gaming calendar (and pretty much indisputably one of them), has come and gone, and as you can imagine, there are plenty of announcements to sift through. We don’t intend to summarise the entire event here; instead, we’ll pick a few of the biggest reveals for

Jay Allsopp · December 15, 2025 · 5 Mins Read

Why The Game Industry Will Never Run Out of New Titles
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Why The Game Industry Will Never Run Out of New Titles

Turn on any gaming platform and you’ll find dozens of new releases, some breaking new ground, others putting fresh spins on familiar ideas. This never-ending stream of games isn’t an accident. It’s what happens when you combine human creativity with constantly evolving technology and an audience that’s always hungry for something different. Creativity Won’t Sit

Jessica Thompson · November 19, 2025 · 6 Mins Read

Why The Game Industry Will Never Run Out of New Titles
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Why The Game Industry Will Never Run Out of New Titles

Turn on any gaming platform and you’ll find dozens of new releases, some breaking new ground, others putting fresh spins on familiar ideas. This never-ending stream of games isn’t an accident. It’s what happens when you combine human creativity with constantly evolving technology and an audience that’s always hungry for something different. Creativity Won’t Sit

Jessica Thompson · November 17, 2025 · 6 Mins Read

6 Unique Monetization Methods Modern Games Are Using
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6 Unique Monetization Methods Modern Games Are Using

Game developers have to walk a tight line: they want to provide players with the best possible gaming experience, but they also need to make a profit. That is where monetization models come in. These models allow developers to create immersive games, fund their projects, and also give users the flexibility to choose what and

Jessica Thompson · November 8, 2025 · 5 Mins Read

How Modern Game Mechanics Keep Players Engaged
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How Modern Game Mechanics Keep Players Engaged

These days, gaming is a full-blown sensory experience. Games are pulling you into worlds packed with goals to chase and people to battle against. From epic adventures to fast online shooters, game developers know exactly how to keep us playing for longer. Whether you’re playing a game of adventure, competing as an online shooter, or

Jessica Thompson · October 24, 2025 · 5 Mins Read

This Week in Gaming News: October 13th – October 19th, 2025
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This Week in Gaming News: October 13th – October 19th, 2025

Well, here we are once again, and it’s time to look at what’s been happening in the gaming world this week. These weeks really do seem to fly by, don’t they? Perhaps that’s just us. As usual, while there hasn’t been a great deal of tremendously important news, there’s plenty to pore over, especially if

Jay Allsopp · October 21, 2025 · 5 Mins Read

Ryu in Ninja Gaiden 4
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The Best Games for October 2025

Autumn is well and truly upon us now, and whether you love the shorter days or you’re counting the minutes until spring once again rolls around, one thing’s for sure: there are plenty of games to check out. October is traditionally one of the busiest months on the gaming calendar, and this year is looking

Jay Allsopp · October 1, 2025 · 5 Mins Read

Ditto in Pokemon Pokopia
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This Week in Gaming News: September 8th – September 14th, 2025

Depending on who you ask, autumn is either well and truly in its swing or just around the corner, but either way, you’ll never guess what: we’ve got some gaming news for you again! We remain in that lull period between Gamescom and the Tokyo Game Show, during which developers feel a touch reticent to

Jay Allsopp · September 15, 2025 · 5 Mins Read