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Nintendo Switch 2: Everything you need to know about the new console

Launch date, price and new features have all been confirmed for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

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Film of the Week: 'Baby Invasion' - The worst film you'll ever see?

US director Harmony Korine’s second EDGLRD production, now available online, is shallow and mind-numbingly dull First-Person Shooter nonsense.

Tech News

Commission targets in-game currency in children's video games

The Commission is probing alleged unfair practices in the horse-riding game Star Stable Online, targeting in-game purchases aimed at children. The upcoming Digital Fairness Act may include stricter rules on virtual currency transparency and fairness.

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You can now tour the Vatican's St. Peter's Basilica in Minecraft

The Vatican has entered the digital realm, having launched a new Minecraft-based game that lets kids explore St. Peter’s Basilica.

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The Witcher and PC survival: The success of Polish gaming companies

The coronavirus pandemic, although an economic disaster for most businesses, became a source of success for many Polish gaming companies. But how did they do it?

Lifestyle

The best video games we'll be playing in 2025

From the highly anticipated GTA VI to a variety of stunning and cosy indie gems, 2025 is shaping up to be an incredible year for video game releases.

Business

Ubisoft appoints advisors to explore options for a potential buyout

Ubisoft, the owner of the popular game Assassin’s Creed Shadows, announced it had appointed advisors to look at “strategic” options for a potential buyout deal.

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Inoxtag: the inside story of France's most phenomenal influencer

French influencer Inoxtag has successfully developed a spectacular way of presenting his projects online to attract attention in the ultra-competitive sector of web content creators.

Lifestyle

League of Legends: French eSport enters a new stadium-sized era

A series of friendly matches during the Red Bull League of Its Own brought together the best eSports teams in the world to Paris for one night only.

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Ukrainian videogame delayed by Russian war finally released

After over two years of delays, Ukrainian games studio GSC has finally released the latest edition in the 'S.T.A.L.K.E.R' franchise.

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Navigating the console battlefield gaming experience

In partnership with Media City

In the console battlefield, gaming companies are competing to be the best. They try to impress gamers with special games and new technology. As the rivalry grows, it leads to innovative changes in how we play games.

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Minecraft to enter real world with theme park attractions in US and UK

Video game fans will step into a real-world ‘Minecraft’ as plans are revealed for theme park attractions based on the title in the UK and US.

Art

50 years of art by Yoshitaka Amano takes centre stage in Milan

Best known for his iconic work on the Final Fantasy series, the art of Japanese illustrator Yoshitaka Amano is being celebrated in Milan.

Business

Nintendo profits fall as demand for Switch console declines

Nintendo and other game and toy makers rake in their biggest profits during the Christmas shopping season.

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Why studios are wrong to listen to toxic fanbases

With video games like 'Concorde' shelved and episodes of 'House of the Dragon' and 'The Acolyte' attacked, news that studio execs will use superfans to stress-test franchise releases is concerning.

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We're officially getting a The Sims movie produced by Margot Robbie

Say "sul sul" to an official 'The Sims' movie - ladder-less pools and all?

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Lyon WorldSkills Competition showcases young creative talent

The WorldSkills competition is open to under 23s and sees participants compete in fields from jewellery making to welding and aircraft maintenance to hairdressing.

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EU consumer group denounces in-game currency enticement

BEUC lodges complaint against the video games companies owning Fortnite, EA Sports, Minecraft, Roblox and Clash of Clans for pushing often young users to purchase in-game currency.

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Gamescom 2024 kicks off in Cologne amid industry challenges

Thousands of fans and experts are attending the event to share their love of gaming and get a sneak-peak of new releases, including a new Indiana Jones game.

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Take a sneak peak inside Nintendo's highly-anticipated Kyoto museum

Video game maker Nintendo has announced it will open its much-awaited museum on 2 October in the Japanese city of Kyoto.