Gaming Bytes: News
Netflix acquires avatar maker Ready Player Me for gaming expansion
In a major shift in its gaming strategy, Netflix has announced the acquisition of Ready Player Me, an Estonia-based avatar-creation platform.
Hogwarts Legacy is now free to play on your PC
In a special offer, PC gamers can now download the popular fantasy role-playing game, Hogwarts Legacy, for free from the Epic Games Store.
These games are coming to Xbox Game Pass this month
Xbox has revealed its Game Pass lineup for this month.
Nintendo Switch now lets you use Pixel phones as webcams
The Nintendo Switch 2 has added support for Google Pixel smartphones as webcams, a major improvement from its initial launch.
You can now buy, gift video game skins on Discord
Discord, the popular communication platform for gamers, has launched a new feature that allows users to buy and gift digital items for games.
Now, use phone as controller to play games on Netflix
Netflix has finally launched its long-awaited cloud gaming feature, allowing users to play a selection of multiplayer games on their TVs.
Buying games on Steam store is now more convenient
Valve has announced a major update to widen the Steam store pages.
'Halo Infinite' getting final major update: What are the changes?
Halo Infinite is set to receive a major content update on November 18.
You can't play Sims on your phone from next year
Electronic Arts (EA) has announced the impending closure of The Sims Mobile, its popular mobile game.
007: First Light: Which game edition should you buy?
The 007: First Light, the first major video game featuring iconic British spy James Bond in over a decade, will be available in three different editions.
This special 50p coin celebrates 90 years of Monopoly
The UK's Royal Mint has launched a special 50p coin to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the board game Monopoly.
Krafton rolls out BGMI 4.0 update: Check what's new
Krafton, the publisher of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), has released the highly-anticipated BGMI 4.0 update on Android devices.
Roblox introduces TikTok-like video feed for sharing your gameplay
Roblox, the popular online gaming platform, has announced a new feature called "Roblox Moments."
Roblox shutting down: Is it truth or a hoax?
Roblox, a popular gaming platform among teens, is at the center of fresh rumors about its potential shutdown.
Gaming platform Roblox tightens teen protections with new features
Online gaming platform Roblox has announced a major update to its platform, aimed at improving the safety and privacy of users aged between 13 and 18.
Reliance Jio introduces India's 1st recharge pack for gamers
Reliance Jio has launched India's first-ever gaming-specific pack, a move aimed at boosting data usage on its 5G network.
BGMI maker eyes more investment opportunities in India's gaming industry
KRAFTON, the South Korean gaming giant behind Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), is eyeing investment and acquisition opportunities in India.
'Pokemon Go' creator wants to sell gaming division for $3.5B
Niantic, the maker of global phenomenon Pokemon Go, is in advanced talks to sell its gaming division to Saudi Arabia-owned Scopely.
Musk to launch AI-powered game development studio at xAI
Elon Musk, the CEO of xAI, has announced plans to set up an artificial intelligence (AI) gaming studio under his company.
Shakespeare's Macbeth transformed into thrilling video game: All about 'Lili'
The Royal Shakespeare Company, a UK-based theater company is collaborating with iNK Stories, a New York-based independent studio and publisher, to reimagine William Shakespeare's classic play Macbeth as an interactive video game.
Olympic Esports, GTA-6, new consoles: 2025 gaming calender is HOT!
After a rough year of layoffs and studio closures, the gaming industry is poised for a major transformation in 2025.
Samsung launches cloud gaming for smartphones: What makes it different?
Samsung has officially launched its cloud gaming service for Galaxy devices in the US, after a successful beta testing phase in 2023.
Nazara, ONDC launch 'gCommerce' for in-game monetization: How it works
Nazara Technologies, a leading gaming and sports media company, is collaborating with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to launch an in-game monetization platform.
Video game preservationists denied remote access to discontinued titles
The US Copyright Office has rejected a proposal from video game preservationists, seeking permission for libraries and museums to provide temporary remote access to discontinued games.
Netflix, TED join forces to launch a daily puzzle game
Netflix has announced its latest gaming venture, a collaboration with the nonprofit organization TED.
Netflix shuts down AAA gaming studio. Shift of strategy?
Netflix has confirmed the closure of its AAA gaming studio, Team Blue.
Meta targets India's gaming sector, expects 700M gamers by 2028
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is eyeing India's booming gaming industry.
Xbox Cloud Gaming to support streaming of personal game libraries
Microsoft is about to change the gaming experience with a new feature that would let you stream your own Xbox games.
You can now sign-up for testing Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Microsoft is accepting sign-ups for a technical alpha of its next game, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered's PC version requires a PSN account
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, the popular single-player adventure game, will now require PC players to sign up via their PlayStation Network (PSN) accounts.
Foamstars, Square Enix's multiplayer shooter, is now free to play
Square Enix's popular multiplayer shooter game, Foamstars, has transitioned to a free-to-play model.
Sony PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary Edition pre-orders start this week
Sony is set to launch its highly anticipated PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection, with pre-orders starting on Thursday, September 26.
Mass resignation: Why Annapurna Interactive's entire gaming team quit
Annapurna Interactive, a prominent video game publisher, has reportedly witnessed a mass resignation of its entire gaming staff.
Developed in 8-years, Sony scraps game 2 weeks after release
Sony has announced the discontinuation of its online shooter game, Concord, just two weeks after its launch on August 23.
Copilot+ laptops, with Snapdragon X Plus SoC, may disappoint gamers
The upcoming Copilot+ laptops, powered by the 8-core Snapdragon X Plus processor, are set to make their debut at the IFA 2024 trade show in Berlin.
Pre-orders for white Xbox Series X, 2TB special edition open
Microsoft is set to expand its gaming console range with the introduction of three new Xbox Series S/X models in October.
Gigabyte launches 4K OLED monitors with specs pro gamers want
Gigabyte, a leading technology company from Taiwan, has introduced its latest QD-OLED monitors in the Indian market.
Krafton's new game blurs lines between reality and virtual life
Krafton, the renowned video game developer behind PUBG, has unveiled a new trailer for its upcoming life-simulation game, InZoi.
HP's new gaming hardware will impress even the toughest critics
HP has launched its latest gaming PC, the Omen 35L, along with a customizable wireless keyborad and stunning RGB microphones.
Diablo IV glitch lets players jump 30 levels in seconds
Blizzard's immensely popular role-playing game, Diablo IV, has encountered an unexpected glitch following the launch of its fifth season Diablo IV: Season of the Infernal Hordes.