Latest Gaming News
Netflix Acquires Warner Bros. Games in $82.7 Billion Deal
Netflix confirmed the acquisition of Warner Bros. Games along with its film and TV studios HBO and HBO Max, marking a significant expansion into gaming. This move creates a major player in both streaming and gaming industries, combining content production with interactive entertainment.
Saudi Arabia to Acquire Majority Stake in Electronic Arts
Saudi Arabia is set to control Electronic Arts pending regulatory approval, alongside minority stakes in Nintendo, Activision Blizzard, Capcom, Nexon, and Take-Two. This represents a substantial consolidation in the global gaming market with concerns over industry influence and governance.
Sony Partners with J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot Games
Sony Interactive Entertainment announced a collaboration with Bad Robot Games to produce and publish an upcoming unannounced four-player cooperative shooter directed by Mike Booth, slated for PlayStation 5 and PC release.
Roblox Banned in Russia Over LGBTQ+ Content
Russian authorities banned Roblox due to hosting LGBTQ+ related content, impacting the popular gaming platform's presence in the country and raising issues of content regulation and censorship.
Rise of 'Kingdom of Gaming' Event in Riyadh Planned for December 2026
Saudi Arabia announces 'Kingdom of Gaming', a premier gaming ecosystem event in Riyadh, aiming to connect developers, investors, and creators to boost the gaming sector and position Riyadh as a global hub for game creation and investment.
Sony San Diego Launches Mobile Version of MLB: The Show
Sony’s San Diego studio is releasing a standalone mobile version of MLB: The Show for iOS and Android, soft-launched in the Philippines, without cross-play with consoles, expanding the franchise’s mobile presence.
Esports Team G2 Partners with Betpanda for Betting Sponsorship
Esports organization G2 announced Betpanda as official betting sponsor for its Counter-Strike 2 team. The partnership includes sweepstakes, giveaways, and tournament activations to engage fans and boost the betting market within esports.
Xsolla Expands Game Commerce Payments to Nigeria
Xsolla, a video game commerce company, expanded its payment solutions by integrating Paga in Nigeria, tapping into West Africa’s fastest-growing gaming market projected to exceed $300 million in 2024.
Corsair Gaming to Present at Barclays Global Technology Conference 2025
Hardware and gaming lifestyle brand Corsair Gaming announced their participation at the Barclays Global Technology Conference with insights on innovation and market strategies, emphasizing growth in gaming tech and streaming peripherals.
Gaming and Leisure Properties Announces $1.5 Billion Projects
Gaming and Leisure Properties (GLPI) revealed ongoing investments totaling $1.5 billion in gaming real estate projects, including the grand opening of a rejuvenated Bally’s Baton Rouge casino with expanded entertainment and hospitality features.