Enlarge / You will need an NVMe SSD to use DirectStorage on Windows. Getty Images PC games can now use DirectStorage, a DirectX 12 Ultimate API that Microsoft announced in 2020. The feature is supposed to bring faster loading times and improved textures and draw distances. The Xbox Series X/S already uses DirectStorage, and in […]
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How to Use Xbox PC Game Pass on Your Windows PC » GossipChimp
Microsoft Microsoft Xbox Game Pass is a subscription service that provides on-demand access to dozens of video games. It’s amazing value for those looking to play and experience new video games, and now that it’s on pc Instead of being a console-only experience, your subscription can follow you from your Xbox console to your Windows […]
The biggest video game news of the week (February 26
The last seven days have not only been a busy time for the video game industry, but for the world as a whole. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate, and it’s affected everyone, including gamers and video game developers. Studios showed their support for Ukraine in several ways this week in an effort to […]
BlueStacks launches authoring tools for modding mobile games
GamesBeat Summit 2022 returns with its biggest event for gaming leaders from April 26-28. Book your place here! BlueStacks launches its Creator Studio & Creator Hub, which will allow mobile game players to modify their games. Powered by now.gg’s new NFG platform, BlueStacks said mobile games based on Cocos, Unity and Unreal engines can be […]
Bethesda closes its PC games launcher and moves to Steam
Bethesda has announced plans to shut down its PC games launcher and move its titles to Steam. Starting in early April, players will be able to migrate their games and wallet to a Steam account, with instructions on how to do so to be released at that time. In one FAQsBethesda said purchases will transfer […]
Video Game Engines Market Analysis, Demand, Share, Growth Estimate, Developing Trends and Forecast 2028
The latest research report on Video Game Engines Market informs the stakeholders about all the crucial factors positively or negatively impacting the performance of the industry to help them take fruitful decisions for the future. It also compares past and current industry scenarios to validate the predictions offered in the paper. Moreover, it elaborates on […]
Analysis of the video game software market, by 2031
New Jersey, United States, – Market Research Intellect has released a new publication on the video game software market, titled “Video Game Software Market Analysis and Forecast 2022”. The publication provides an in-depth assessment of the global video game software market. Automotive Chassis Dynamometers Market based on competition, market dynamics, market segmentation, and other vital […]
Apple is creating its own video game console
Let’s face it, it’s highly unlikely that video game news this year will be bigger than Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision. Honestly, we might as well quit now – see you next year? Well, actually, it looks like Apple might be making strides to compete, so you’re going to have to put up with me for […]
London video game maker sold to Danish company as founder considers new moves
Breadcrumb Links Local company Another London games company has been sold, joining a list of local tech companies that have been ripped off in recent years. Author of the article: Norman De Bono Jeff Evans, left, took over the Imperial Hobbies site on Dundas Street from owner Dave Carney earlier this year. Evans’ Tiny Titan […]
AH Awards: Best Mobile Game of 2021
Riot raised the bar for mobile games with League of Legends: Wild Rift The mobile gaming market continues to grow and is the most profitable segment of the gaming industry. We know some people are going to scoff at the mere mention of mobile games. But listen, they’re pretty good now. Awesome, actually, and thanks […]
Indian mobile game developers look to eSports for the next big breakthrough
NEW DELHI : Mohan Doss, co-founder of Chennai Games, is delighted that his mobile racing game Mr. runner will soon have an electronic sports mode (eSports) that will allow players to participate and organize tournaments. The Tamil Nadu-based game developer is one of the early adopters of the unicorn games startup Mobile Premier League (MPL) […]
Square Enix ushers in a new era for PC game pricing
Square Enix could usher in a new era in PC gaming and its prices with their new price hike. The gaming industry has become incredibly lucrative. This, of course, calls for meeting the growing demand within the industry. ADVERTISING The article continues under this ad In order to meet this demand, Square Enix increased the […]
Watch Lil Dicky and GaTa launch the PC Game Pass name change
Prior to last night’s Game Awards, Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass, the subscription service that offers a selection of ready-to-play titles, was best known for its console games. But it also has a large library of PC offerings under the name Xbox Game Pass for PC. In a humorous behind-the-scenes fake commercial starring FX series “Dave” […]
Zynga’s Magical Match-3 Mobile Game Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells Celebrates the Holidays with New “Fantastic Feasts” Event
SAN FRANCISCO – (COMMERCIAL THREAD)–Today, Zynga inc. (Nasdaq: ZNGA), a global leader in interactive entertainment, announced that its Magic Match-3 mobile game, Harry Potter: puzzles and spells, introduces a new in-game event that brings a tasty twist to the puzzle game. Starting this week, fans are invited to participate in the limited-time ‘Fantastic Feasts’ event […]
Best PS5, Xbox and PC game releases in December 2021: “Halo Infinite”, “Between us” and MORE
PS5, Xbox and PC games released in December 2021 include highly anticipated game titles, such as “Halo Infinite” and even “Among Us”. (Photo: by Christian Petersen / Getty Images)LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 13: Players compete in PC games at the “Nvidia” booth during the Electronic Entertainment Expo E3 at the Los Angeles Convention Center […]
107 best Black Friday 2021 video game deals: Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox, PC and more
Enlarge / As usual, a whole bunch of video games are on sale for Black Friday. Ars Technica (Updated 11/26/21 4:05 PM EST): With Black Friday in full swing, we’ve updated our guide to the best video game deals we’re seeing right now. Along with making sure all pricing is up to date, we’ve added […]
PC Game Black Friday Deals 2021
Last update: November 26, 2021 No matter what you are told, PC gaming is the best way to play games. Whether you are a kiddie script that has only been playing on PC since the days of Fortnite. Or you’ve been around long enough to know what NetHack is. We can all agree that games […]
The best PC game deals for Black Friday
Black Friday’s bacchanal of consumerism typically focuses on physical items – you can’t really market a “doorbuster” for a subscription to your local newspaper. But there are also plenty of digital game stores that are having fun this time of year. Definitely worth a look if you can find some deals, especially if you want […]
Microsoft could finally ditch its stupid PC gaming limits
Although Microsoft has supported PCs with current and dated versions of proprietary games, the Microsoft Store has not been the most convenient way to buy and install PC games. However, that may change, as a new report today claims that Microsoft is removing some folder restrictions associated with game installations from the Microsoft Store and […]
Video Game Engines Market: Latest Key Trends and Opportunity Analysis
“ Global Market Vision announces the publication of a market research report on video game engines. The market is expected to grow at a sustained rate in the coming years. The 2021 Video Game Engines Market Research Report presents an analysis of the market size, share and growth, trends, cost structure, statistical and comprehensive data […]
Video Game Software Market Size and Analysis
New Jersey, United States, – The research study presented in this report offers a complete and intelligent analysis of the competition, segmentation, dynamics, and geographical advancement of the Global Video Game Software Market. It takes into account the CAGR, value, volume, revenue, production, consumption, sales, manufacturing cost, prices, and other key factors related to the […]
Video Game Engines Market Size Development Trends, Competitive Landscape and Key Regions 2026
New titles of research reports Global Video Game Engines Market Report 2020 by Key Players, Types, Applications, Countries, Market Size, Forecast Till 2026 which studies all the vital factors related to the global video game engines market which are crucial for the growth and development of the businesses in the given market parameters. The report […]
Plug and Play: music created for video game cartridges
LISTS Plug and Play: music created for video game cartridges By Zoe Camp Illustration by Marcelo Lavin November 04, 2021 With the meteoric rise of virtual reality and Twitch, the arrival (and subsequently the overwhelming demand) of bloated ninth generation consoles and the rebirth of indie booming on platforms like STEAM, the world of video […]
Video Game Day scheduled for November 6 at Penn State DuBois
DUBOIS, PA – The popular Penn State DuBois Video Game Day is back in 2021, with popular games available on consoles and PCs. All members of the public, of all ages, are welcome to attend from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, November 6, in the DEF building at Penn State DuBois. Organized by […]
Video Game Trading Company Xsolla Unveils Online Store To Help Game Developers Increase Revenue By 40%, Grow Globally
Video game trading company Xsolla reacts to Epic v. Apple and helping mobile and PC developers earn more and reach gamers around the world The world’s leading video game business, Xsolla, has unveiled Xsolla Web Shop, a premier solution with which game developers can expect revenue growth of up to 40% and the resources to […]
Mobile Games Market Size and Growth 2021 by Emerging Demands, Future Trends, Top Companies, Sales and Consumption Status, Research Report Outlook to 2027
Mobile Game Handle has benefited greatly from the rise of the young generation, very interested in mobile and video games. Another important factor that has significantly boosted the growth of this market is the increase in consumers’ disposable income, enabling them to own high-end mobiles. The market has, however, held a limited share in recent […]
Xbox PC game streaming gets a boost with GeForce Now update
You can now play much of your Steam PC game library on Xbox, thanks to a new GeForce Now streaming update. The new update was spotted by Tom Warren of The Verge, who explained the process of operation in the video below. While GeForce Now has been available for PC game streaming for years – […]
Discord and Skype could hamper the performance of Ubisoft’s PC games
Ubisoft claims that a number of popular PC applications, including Discord and Skype, can “interfere” with the proper functioning of its games. The developer recently shared their guidelines on “disabling background apps” on Twitter, telling gamers that “if you’re having performance issues or crashing when playing on a PC, third-party software may be the underlying […]
Report reveals increase in malware hidden in PC game downloads
PC gaming has become an extremely popular pastime for people around the world, and some have even turned their hobby into a viable career. With esports leagues popping up everywhere and new games being released frequently, it’s no wonder the gaming industry is booming right now. However, recent research has shown that hackers and cybercriminals […]
DC Universe Unites in DC Heroes & Villains Mobile Game
With a rich and original story, DC heroes and villains brings iconic places to life like the backstreets of Gotham City and the depths of Atlantis. A mysterious impulse has stripped all the superpowers and it will be up to the players to recruit the ultimate power team, from both sides of justice, to avoid […]
Newegg launches online tournament to crown best PC game of all time
Newegg Commerce continued its Gametober 2021 festivities by releasing “The Best PC Game Ever!” Powered by AMD, the tournament pits 16 of the most popular PC games against each other, with visitors to Newegg.com voting to determine which games advance in the competition and which are eliminated. In the end, the last game in contention […]
Amazon has a new blockbuster video game
Scenes from Amazon’s New World video game. Source: New World As everyone paid attention to Amazon’s marathon announcement of new holiday gadgets earlier this week, the company already had another hit on its hands. Amazon Game Studios, the video game development arm of Amazon, released a new computer game called “New World” on Tuesday that […]
Zynga’s Magical Match-3 mobile game Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells celebrates its first anniversary
SAN FRANCISCO – (COMMERCIAL THREAD)–Today, Zynga Inc. (Nasdaq: ZNGA), a global leader in interactive entertainment, announced that its Magic Match-3 mobile game, Harry Potter: puzzles and spells, celebrates its first anniversary with a full week of festivities. Starting today, fans around the world are invited to join in the celebration with a seven-day list of […]
Electronic Arts Completes Acquisition of AT&T Mobile Game Creator Playdemic
REDWOOD CITY, CA & DALLAS – (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Today, Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), AT&T * (NYSE: T) and WarnerMedia announced the completion of EA’s acquisition of Playdemic, Ltd. by Warner Bros. Games for $ 1.4 billion in cash, subject to customary purchase price adjustments. Playdemic is a leading mobile gaming company known for its […]
Electronic Arts Completes Acquisition of Mobile Game Creator Playdemic from AT&T
Acquisition creates opportunities to expand new sports shock experiences with the talented Playdemic team REDWOOD CITY, California and DALLAS, September 20, 2021– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – Today, Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA), AT & T * (NYSE: T) and WarnerMedia announced the completion of EA’s acquisition of Playdemic, Ltd. by Warner Bros. Games for $ 1.4 billion […]
The best-selling PC game in August was Humankind.
The NPD Group market researcher today said Humankind was the best-selling PC game in August, ranking fourth in the overall sales chart. Sega Europe and Amplitude Studios’ 4X strategy game is the best-selling PC strategy game since Crusader Kings III in 2020, according to The NPD Group. 7, mid-month under review. This shows that the […]
Video Game Engines Market Analysis Report by Product Type, Industry Application and Future Technology 2026
The business intelligence report on Video Game Engines Market offers a detailed assessment of historical data and recent developments to provide reliable predictions regarding industry growth patterns for years to come. Additionally, all projections included in the study have been verified by industry analysts using reliable research methodologies. The study further incorporates several recommendations to […]
Riot Games is preparing its own PC game launcher
Like many other online game operators, Riot Games is preparing to launch its own “launcher”, intended to bring together all of its PC games, from League of Legends to Valorant. A long time, Riot games was the developer of the only League of Legends. This is no longer the case today, the studio’s catalog of […]
Humankind is the best-selling PC game of August
A new GamesBeat event is just around the corner! Learn more about what comes next. Humankind is one of my favorite games of 2021 so far, the one I’ve been waiting for since it was announced in 2019 at Gamescom. It turns out that many of you were looking forward to it, too. The NPD […]
Tetragon shows why not all good mobile games work on consoles
In Tetragon: Unknown planes, a mobile game released in 2019 that combines classic 2D puzzle style with a heartfelt storyline, you play as Lucios, a man who uses the power of Tetragem to move platforms and create a path to his son. You’ll bend gravity and change your surroundings while enjoying a relaxing soundtrack and […]
Smilegate’s Lost Ark rewrites the rules of the online PC gaming market
Lost Ark, developed by Smilegate, became the most popular title in the PC RPG category in South Korea, a surprising achievement given that its rise to number one took time and benefited from many external factors. . The multiplayer game launched in November 2018. As with other mainstream games, it broke a record when it […]
Zynga Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells Magical Match-3 mobile game invites players to come together for a new series of in-game events, Club Challenge
SAN FRANCISCO – (COMMERCIAL THREAD)–Today, Zynga Inc. (Nasdaq: ZNGA), a global leader in interactive entertainment, announced that its Magic Match-3 mobile game, Harry Potter: puzzles and spells, launched the very first Club Challenge in-game event. Available now to players worldwide, this first series of recurring limited-time events challenges player clubs to enter the Forbidden Forest […]
Whenever Drizzt Do’Urden has appeared in a PC game
Drizzt Do’Urden was designed as the archetype of the Western hero: John Wayne with pirate swords. He was a drow who turned his back on the systematically cruel society he was born into, and instead chose to fight for his chosen family of dwarves and humans on the surface. To this day, three decades after […]
Valve says the Steam Deck runs every PC game it’s tried, if you’re happy with 30fps
One of the more curious aspects of the Steam Deck recently revealed by Valve is the type of performance that will be available from the custom APU based on Zen 2 and RDNA 2. Although we haven’t seen any actual benchmarks yet. for the portable gaming PC, Valve makes lofty claims telling IGN that the […]
Better Performance For Hackers: Crack Removes Capcom PC Game Stutters
Resident Evil 8: VillageThe retail PC version of Steam, accessible from Steam, suffers from sporadic mid-combat stuttering, as indicated by the “performance graph” at the top left. This week’s cracked version has, at least in one independently verified test case, fixed this issue. Lady Alcina Dimitrescu, view from above. Yeah, she’s tall, okay. The voice […]
PC game promotion beats Steam summer sale deals on Nier Replicant, Persona 5 Strikers, and more.
The Steam Summer Sale kicked off yesterday with deals on thousands of PC games. Now, it looks like Newegg is trying to steal some of Steam’s thunder with its own sale of digital PC games. Hundreds of games are on sale at Newegg – many of which are Steam codes – and a bunch of […]
PC game developers still have to pay Microsoft 12% of revenue, but it’s the best in the market
Source: Daniel Rubino / Windows Central When Microsoft announced Windows 11, it announced a new revenue model for app developers. As of July 28, 2021, if an app in the Microsoft Store uses a third-party commerce system, such as Adobe Creative Cloud does, its developer can keep 100% of its revenue. It’s a big change […]
The best PC games deals at the Epic Games Store mega-sale
The Epic Games Store mega-sale is offering up to 70% off some of the biggest PC games, and here are the best deals available so far. The Epic Games Store has been generous enough to provide players with incredible games at no cost. Last week, the Epic Games Store offered NBA 2K21 for free, which […]
Microsoft cut PC game sales to 12%: now Valve should do the same
Microsoft recently announced that it was reducing its share of profits on the Windows Store to 12%. Beginning August 1, developers posting to the company’s PC platform will receive 88% of every sale; previously they only received 70%. This change was designed to make the Windows 10 Microsoft Store more attractive to game developers and […]
Microsoft will soon offer PC game developers a bigger share of sales
PC game developers (including Assassin’s Creed Valhalla) will soon get a bigger share of the Microsoft Store. Sarah Tew / CNET In an effort to bring more games to Windows 10, Microsoft is updating its store terms to give PC game developers a bigger share of game sales. From August 1, developers will earn 88% […]
Doing It In Unreal: How The Indie Puzzle Game Filament Makes Space Cozy
The filament is deliberately a bit of a mystery. Space age fantasy, comfortable puzzle game, storytelling adventure – each of these descriptions fits a part of what Filament is, and the result equals genius. So let’s start at the beginning. What is the filament? Well, as you might have guessed by now, it’s a puzzle […]