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Retro games publisher Acclaim expands advisory board

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Correia "is an amazing addition to the already impressive advisory board at Acclaim," CEO Alex Josef said, citing years of experience and industry connections.

Microsoft denies Walmart, Target pulled Xbox products

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Have you seen empty shelves at stores near you?

Microsoft is refuting reports that Target, Walmart, and other major U.S. retailers are removing Xbox consoles, games, and accessories from store shelves.

15 Can’t-Miss Demos from Steam Next Fest October 2025

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Not sure where to start? I've got you! These Steam Next Fest October 2025 demos are among my most-anticipated, spanning genre, art style, studio, and more.

‘Croc: Legend of the Gobbos’ gets Platinum Edition update

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The Croc team is "excited to bring this update to all Croc fans, including [their] PlayStation trophy hunters who have been eagerly awaiting the Platinum path."

Steam Next Fest October 2025 kicks off today

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Steam Next Fest October 2025 starts today!

Steam's latest demo-packed Next Fest launches today. Steam Next Fest October 2025 runs for a full week — Monday, October 13 to Monday, October 20.

Best Video Games You Can Finish in One Day

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Need a break from your packed schedule? Take a look at some of our favorite Steam games that players can beat in just one day.

Lean Into Halloween With the Newest Scary Games on Steam

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Whether you prefer tricks or treats on Halloween, the extensive selection of scary games on Steam has a hair-raising horror hit just for you. Feeling brave?

Nintendo reveals Pikmin in second ‘Close to You’ short film

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While a new follow-up to Nintendo's 'Close to You' animated short film now features Pikmin, fans are still left wondering what this project may mean.

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PlayStation Gear merchandise store closing, sales live now

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Sony Interactive Entertainment's digital fan shop, PlayStation Gear, is closing after a decade of offering players officially licensed collectibles, apparel, and more. Read the full story:

PlayStation Gear, Sony Interactive Entertainment's digital fan store, will close on December 31, 2025. Closeout sales are live now, so secure your picks now.

JACKPOT! Slot-machine horror ‘CloverPit’ wins big on Steam

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No whammies, no whammies...

Panik Arcade's viral slot-machine horror 'CloverPit' has officially moved more than 500,000 units in just eight days on digital game storefront Steam.

‘PowerWash Simulator 2’ release date announced

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'PowerWash Simulator' is back, and those hard-to-reach spots don't stand a chance against the new nozzle selection! Read more:

Wishlist FuturLab's 'PowerWash Simulator 2' today on Steam. If you're new to the franchise, don't fret — this is WAY better than actually cleaning.

Nintendo releases animated short film ‘Close to You’

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Image of decorated Turkish sport shooter Yusuf Dikeç aiming superimposed powerwash nozzle from FuturLab's "PowerWash Simulator"

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Nintendo just released a four-minute short to its Nintendo Today! app and YouTube channels. Wait, who's cutting onions? —

Watch out, Pixar — Nintendo is nipping at your heels with its latest drop. Check out the moving four-minute short, shared on the brand's Nintendo Today! app.

‘Megabonk’ sells 1 million copies in two weeks

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If your social media feed wasn't enough to sell you on offbeat roguelike 'Megabonk,' the indie hit's Steam metrics will surely do it.

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If you're feeling froggy, pick up quirky roguelike 'Megabonk' on Steam for $9.99 — clear your schedule, though. Trust me on this.

Best Indie Horror Games on Steam

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All 10 terrifying titles on this list are the brainchildren of talented indie teams. Each pick has been selected with love and (s)care by Outrun Gaming staff.

'Halo' adaptation finds new life on Netflix

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Paramount+'s canceled video game adaptation, 'Halo,' is now on Netflix, and it's already found a place among the platform's top-performing programs in the U.S.

‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ studio CEO calls out EA buyout

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Electronic Arts' (EA) colossal $55 billion private equity buyout is raising more than eyebrows, as both casual gamers and industry leaders share concerns.

Worst Nintendo Wii Games of All Time

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They can't all be bangers. Check out our list of the worst Nintendo Wii games: tr.ee/XPrDlY

From film and TV adaptations no one asked for to lifeless minigame collections, these 10 titles are among the absolute worst games for the Nintendo Wii.

Xbox reveals gasp-worthy Game Pass price hikes

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Xbox Game Pass Ultimate plans are now 50% more expensive than they were yesterday. Read more:

According to an Xbox news release, all tiers of the brand's subscription-based digital games library will see changes in some capacity.

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‘Dune: Awakening’ studio Funcom announces layoffs

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Funcom, the Oslo-based studio behind the sandbox survival game 'Dune: Awakening,' revealed on Wednesday that it would begin layoffs.

On Wednesday, 'Dune: Awakening' studio and Tencent subsidiary Funcom announced it will lay off employees in a statement shared with GI.biz.

Ubisoft, Tencent announce Vantage Studios

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The new venture, officially branded Vantage Studios, will oversee three of Ubisoft's most recognizable IPs — 'Assassin's Creed,' 'Far Cry,' and 'Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six.' Read more:

After a tumultuous year marked by layoffs, losses, and litigation, French video game company Ubisoft has officially launched its collaboration with Chinese-owned tech conglomerate Tencent.

‘Sorry, We’re Closed’ Premium Edition out now for Switch, PS5

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'Sorry, We're Closed' is now available in a physical Premium Edition for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

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'Sorry, We're Closed' Premium Edition comes with a physical copy of the base game, a design booklet, an illustrated inner coversheet, and more.

Advocacy groups target Roblox’s new ‘sensitive issues’ tag

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Three industry advocacy groups submitted a letter to Roblox on Tuesday, claiming its new 'Sensitive Issues' content descriptor could cause real-world harm to marginalized groups and overall site inclusivity. Read more:

Three gaming-focused advocacy groups penned a letter to Roblox on Tuesday, claiming its new 'Sensitive Issues' content descriptor could harm site inclusivity.