The End of Google Stadia
The company will issue refunds as it shuts down its ambitious cloud gaming service.
Twitch’s Crypto Casino Ban Ignores the Bigger Play
The company is going after cryptocurrency gambling—but will that be enough to satisfy concerned streamers?
The Real Impact of the Grand Theft Auto and Diablo Leaks
When hackers release game information early, it’s the developers that suffer—not the players.
The End of Kiwi Farms, the Web’s Most Notorious Stalker Site
Users harassed people for a decade. Then they messed with the wrong woman.
Clocking In at the Virtual Reality Kmart
In VRChat, some people work hours at a time in faithful re-creations of the iconic big-box store.
Final Fantasy Is ‘Struggling.’ Where Does the Series Go From Here?
In a recent interview, veteran developer Naoki Yoshida admitted that the once-storied franchise now lags behind the competition.
Activision Blizzard Workers Keep Fighting for a Seat at the Table
It’s been one year since the harassment lawsuit that rocked the games industry. Employees say the company hasn’t changed enough.
Why Some Video Game Companies Are Staying Silent on Abortion
Following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe, many in the industry piped up. But for Texas studios, the potential for legal retaliation looms.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Isn’t the Game You’re Expecting
Square Enix is still tinkering with its beloved series.