May 9, 2019 Sen. Josh Hawley proposes ban of Candy Crush, other so-called ‘loot box’ apps that he says target kids Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley is targeting the tech industry by proposing a ban on “pay-to-win” and “loot box apps aimed at children that offer an assortment of digital items that critics say can be costly for parents and fosters addiction and gambling.
May 3, 2019 Microsoft Solitaire inducted into video game Hall of Fame The Video Game Hall of Fame today inducted a familiar computer game: Microsoft Solitaire.
May 3, 2019 'Sonic the Hedgehog' film director promises ‘changes’ after massive backlash to trailer The director of the forthcoming “Sonic the Hedgehog” movie promised “changes” after the film’s trailer was met with withering criticism.
April 25, 2019 Nintendo says no new Switch at E3 Multiple rumors have appeared over the past few months that Nintendo is preparing to launch a new version of its Switch hybrid console.
April 18, 2019 Smaller Nintendo Switch launching this fall, report says Last month it was rumored that Nintendo was set to launch a cheaper Switch , now we know how that's going to be achieved: the new Switch is expected to be smaller.
April 17, 2019 Notre Dame Cathedral fire: How a video game and 3D laser scans could help the reconstruction effort As France prepares to reconstruct the fire-ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral, a famous video game could be a vital tool in the rebuilding effort.
April 16, 2019 Cosplayer banned from Twitch after using blackface A popular video game streamer and cosplayer has been banned from streaming site Twitch after blacking up on stream.
April 12, 2019 Developers push to make gaming more inclusive for players with disabilities Multiple gaming companies are now making a big push to help physically, mentally, and emotionally disabled players thrive in the gaming community.
April 5, 2019 Hot new games unveiled at the annual PAX East convention Gamers flock to Boston in search of gaming's 'next big thing' and found plenty of competition.
March 29, 2019 Amazon Prime subscribers get a year of Nintendo Switch Online for free There's a good chance of some overlap between those of you who subscribe to Amazon Prime and also happen to have a Nintendo Switch in your home.