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Does Modding Really Turn Games Into Creative Communities?
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Does Modding Really Turn Games Into Creative Communities?

A common misconception says modding is limited to a lone player changing colors or adjusting a minor setting. That narrow view misses the creative work and discussion that tools can invite. Modding alters or extends an existing game’s assets or systems, while user-generated content can include custom maps, stories, items, social spaces, and complete player-built

Jessica Thompson · September 22, 2026 · 3 Mins Read

What GTA VI Could Learn From GTA Online’s Diamond Casino
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What GTA VI Could Learn From GTA Online’s Diamond Casino

Grand Theft Auto VI does not need much help generating attention. When Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look debuted on Netflix on August 27, 2026, it pulled in 31.1 million views in four days and reached No. 1 on Netflix’s film chart in 87 of the 93 countries tracked by the service. The 27-minute

Jessica Thompson · September 16, 2026 · 6 Mins Read

A man on a float with a can of beer in GTA 6
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This Week in Gaming News: August 17th – August 23rd, 2026

Gamescom ticks ever closer, and as it does, news slightly dries up, as is always the case when a major calendar event nears. After all, if developers have anything special to show, they’re probably saving it for Gamescom. As always, however, that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to talk about. There’s plenty happening, and some of

Jay Allsopp · August 24, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

EDward Gaming Eye Major Roster Change With Stew Expected to Replace Jieni7
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EDward Gaming Eye Major Roster Change With Stew Expected to Replace Jieni7

EDward Gaming are not a team that sits still when results don’t go their way. After an early exit at VCT China Stage 2 Play-Ins, the 2024 world champions are moving quickly to sort out their roster before the biggest event of the year. The change centers on the departure of Zhang “Jieni7” Juntai and

Jessica Thompson · August 18, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Master Chief running towards the camera in Halo: Campaign Evolved
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This Week in Gaming News: June 15th – June 21st, 2026

Depending on who you ask, June 21st is either the beginning of summer or, well, just a continuation of it. Either way, the warm weather is very much hanging around, so summer is officially on (if the World Cup didn’t already give it away). Of course, just because the weather is nice and the sun

Jay Allsopp · June 22, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Why Digital Marketing is a Must for Indie Game Developers
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Why Digital Marketing is a Must for Indie Game Developers

Creating a game is a labor of love that involves countless hours of coding and design. Many developers believe that a great product will naturally find its audience once it hits the storefront. They focus entirely on the mechanics and the art without thinking about how players will find the title. The reality of the

Jessica Thompson · March 20, 2026 · 4 Mins Read

Sony’s Storefront Reckoning Has Finally Arrived
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Sony’s Storefront Reckoning Has Finally Arrived

For years now, digital game storefronts have been operating with an air of inevitability. Players accepted that buying games online meant staying within closed ecosystems, paying platform-controlled prices, and living with rules they had little power to challenge. Convenience had won the argument. Digital libraries increased, and physical media declined, and major platform holders further

Jessica Thompson · March 18, 2026 · 6 Mins Read

Indy and Gina in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
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This Week in Gaming News: February 2nd – February 8th, 2026

It’s time for our second news roundup of the month, and as is usually the case, there’s plenty to chew on. The gaming industry never sleeps, after all, so neither must we! If you want to know everything that’s been going on in the world of gaming over the last seven days or so, then

Jay Allsopp · February 9, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Demanding Unity: How Cross-Platform Play Became Non-Negotiable
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Demanding Unity: How Cross-Platform Play Became Non-Negotiable

Cross?platform gaming used to be a feature for only a few major titles. Today, it’s the baseline. The days of players being locked to one platform are over. Whether on console, mobile, or PC, people now expect to play together. Studios that don’t support that lose ground fast. This shift didn’t happen overnight. It came

Jessica Thompson · October 21, 2025 · 3 Mins Read

PC/Console vs. Live-Service Games: How T&Cs Actually Change (and Why You Should Care)
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PC/Console vs. Live-Service Games: How T&Cs Actually Change (and Why You Should Care)

If you grew up buying a disc or a single download and playing it for years, the live-service era probably feels like a different hobby. You’re not just buying a game now—you’re entering a relationship: seasons roll over, prices shift, drop rates get tuned, and entire modes appear or disappear. The first place that reality

Jessica Thompson · September 30, 2025 · 6 Mins Read

Respawn in Style: Game All Night, Cruise All Day in the Emirates
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Respawn in Style: Game All Night, Cruise All Day in the Emirates

So you’ve spent hours grinding XP, fragging noobs, and collecting loot — but what if your next level-up wasn’t on a screen, but on the open roads of the UAE? Whether you’re a console warrior or a PC beast, Dubai’s the perfect place to live out your main character moment IRL. From elite gaming lounges

Jessica Thompson · July 29, 2025 · 3 Mins Read

Mastering Digital Card Games with Effective Strategies
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Mastering Digital Card Games with Effective Strategies

Digital card games offer a unique blend of strategy and excitement. Whether you are new to the scene or a seasoned player, understanding the importance of strategy can significantly improve your gaming experience. By focusing on essential aspects like game mechanics and resource management, you can elevate your status from a casual player to a

Jessica Thompson · November 1, 2024 · 5 Mins Read