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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

Best Free Online Solitaire Games to Play in 2026
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Best Free Online Solitaire Games to Play in 2026

Not all free solitaire sites are worth your time. Some bombard you with ads the moment you deal your first card. Others are so stripped down they feel like an afterthought. To save you the trouble, here’s a breakdown of the best free online solitaire games you can play right now in 2026.  Soliatre.us — (Editor’s Pick)

Jessica Thompson · June 5, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

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This Week in Gaming News: May 25th – May 31st, 2026

Somehow, another week has managed to fly by, and we’re here again rounding up the week’s news in the gaming world. How can it be that time flies so? Well, overly flowery and poetic intros aside, we are, as you’ve probably surmised, here once again to bring you everything important you need to know from

Jay Allsopp · June 1, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

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The Best Games for June 2026

With the arrival of June, summer well and truly begins, and as we’ve said here before, there’s no better way to celebrate warmer weather and longer nights than by staying indoors and playing some video games. We kid, of course. Traditionally speaking, June is a good time to rest and catch up on your backlog;

Jay Allsopp · May 30, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

Lanxess Arena Hits Full Sold Out Status Month Ahead Of June Cologne Major
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Lanxess Arena Hits Full Sold Out Status Month Ahead Of June Cologne Major

In May 2026, the organizers of the Cologne tournament officially confirmed the “sold out” status for the Lanxess-Arena a full month before the start of the first matches. I believe this sales dynamic is a direct consequence of the championship receiving the official summer Major status from Valve for the first time, featuring a base

Jessica Thompson · May 28, 2026 · 6 Mins Read

Casino Games That Actually Require Skill
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Casino Games That Actually Require Skill

For many people outside the gaming world, casino games are often seen as nothing more than pure luck. Spin a slot, hope for the best, and maybe walk away with a win. However, experienced players know that not every casino game is completely random. Several popular casino games actually require strategy, patience, discipline, and decision-making

Jessica Thompson · May 27, 2026 · 6 Mins Read

Rolling the Digital Dice: How Casinos Are Shaping Esports and Competitive Gaming
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Rolling the Digital Dice: How Casinos Are Shaping Esports and Competitive Gaming

In recent years, the lines separating traditional casino entertainment from the fast-paced universe of esports have begun to dissolve in fascinating ways. What started as a niche pastime has become a global juggernaut: esports—organized, professional video game competitions—now command massive audiences both online and in packed arenas. Casinos, long associated with slot machines and card

Jessica Thompson · May 25, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

The Technical Anatomy of a Perfect Virtual Board Game & Casino Night
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The Technical Anatomy of a Perfect Virtual Board Game & Casino Night

Hosting a modern, multiplayer virtual game night has evolved far beyond a basic screen-share over a laggy video call. With the rise of high-fidelity WebGL graphics, real-time WebSocket configurations, and live-streamed table environments, turning your gaming rig into a local hosting hub requires a specific understanding of browser optimization. When you are coordinating real-time inputs

Jessica Thompson · May 25, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

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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

Why Online Games Need Better Transparency Around Rewards and Spending
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Why Online Games Need Better Transparency Around Rewards and Spending

Games are fun until the shop starts feeling like homework. One skin costs 1,200 gems. A gem pack gives you 1,050. The next pack gives you too much. The timer is flashing. The bonus chest might have the rare item, but the odds sit three menus deep. At that point, the boss fight is easier

Jessica Thompson · May 20, 2026 · 5 Mins Read

What Players Should Check Before Spending Money on Any Gaming Platform
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What Players Should Check Before Spending Money on Any Gaming Platform

A bad purchase in a game feels small at first. Then the wallet remembers. That skin, battle pass, loot box, coin bundle, DLC pack, or casino deposit all start the same way. You click because the offer looks fun, fast, or rare. The problem comes when the rules were never clear before you paid. Game

Jessica Thompson · May 20, 2026 · 6 Mins Read

Do iGaming Companies Take Much Inspiration from Console Gaming?
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Do iGaming Companies Take Much Inspiration from Console Gaming?

Online casino developers borrow ideas from major video game franchises to hold players’ attention. Some games have remained fundamentally the same: poker, blackjack, and roulette are largely unchanged from their origins centuries ago. But in other online games, storytelling, progression systems, social features, and cinematic presentation have been drawn from consoles like Xbox and PlayStation,

Jessica Thompson · May 20, 2026 · 5 Mins Read