A demo of Google’s Genie AI, which creates simple 3D scenes from text, triggered a sell-off in major video game stocks. Investors seemed to fear it could replace platforms like Unity and Roblox, but the tech is incredibly limited.
The gaming industry’s relationship with AI is getting messy. While more professionals are using generative tools at work, a majority now believe the technology is having a negative impact. This tension is playing out against a brutal backdrop of widespread layoffs.
Microsoft is kicking off 2026 with a major Xbox Developer Direct on January 22. The showcase will feature new looks at Playground Games’ Forza Horizon 6 and Fable, plus a reveal for Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation. This all comes in a year packed with major anniversaries and releases for the bra
Lenovo is launching a new version of its Legion Go 2 handheld PC with SteamOS pre-installed. The move addresses a major pain point for users and follows the success of its smaller Legion Go S model.
The highly anticipated release of the Heavyweight Savage raid in Final Fantasy XIV has been hit with crippling DDoS attacks. North American servers are facing severe outages, throwing the competitive world-first race into chaos while other regions play on normally.
Hideo Kojima’s brand collabs reach a new peak with a special edition Asus ROG Flow Z13 gaming laptop. It features a sci-fi chassis and a carrying case that looks like Death Stranding cargo. The limited-edition bundle is expected in Q1 2026.
MSI is launching a redesigned Stealth 16 AI Plus laptop in March 2026. It promises a sleeker design and a 240Hz OLED display, but performance may be capped for portability. Can it compete with thin-and-light gaming favorites?
According to TechRadar, Xbox endured a punishing 2025 marked by major missteps. The company raised Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $29.99 monthly, implemented two separate Xbox console price hikes, and laid off 9,000 employees across studios like Rare and Bethesda. This all happened as it continued sendi
The Indie Game Awards 2025 faced major controversy, rescinding its Game of the Year and Best Debut awards from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 after the developer admitted to using generative AI. A third award was also pulled due to the winner’s partnership with a company tied to military contractor And
Riot Games has announced a foundational overhaul for League of Legends, targeting a 2027 release. The project, League Next, will revamp everything from the client to core gameplay on Summoner’s Rift. Details are scarce, but the ambition is not.
