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Xbox Series X|S Losing Market Share in 2025
New data shows Xbox Series X|S sales at 34.1 million units, trailing PS5's 86.1 million and Switch's 152.7 million, with Nintendo Switch 2 at 12.4 million. Price increases and Microsoft's pivot to ROG Xbox Ally, Cloud Gaming, and PC contributed to the slowdown.
NBA 2K24 servers shut down permanently on December 31, 2025.
Soft2Bet Reports Explosive iGaming Growth in 2025
Soft2Bet achieved 96% EBITDA and 88% revenue growth, with casino GGR up 129% and live casino 167%. Expanded to 11 jurisdictions including Canada and Mexico, with MEGA gamification boosting screen time 400% and NGR 65%.
Upcoming MEGA Engines promise immersive experiences blending iGaming and casual trends.
Sony and Microsoft Consider Delaying Next-Gen Consoles Beyond 2028
Reports indicate Sony and Microsoft may push next-gen consoles past 2028 due to surging memory prices. This delay stems from semiconductor market challenges impacting hardware costs.
The decision reflects broader industry pressures on console production timelines.
Highest-Rated Steam Games of 2025 Revealed
SteamDB ranks the top-rated titles released on Steam in 2025, highlighting standout performers. The list provides insight into critically acclaimed games driving platform engagement.
These rankings reflect player and critic favorites for the year.
Evoplay's 2025 Recap: 45 New Games and Major Awards
Evoplay released 45 new games and 79 branded titles, expanding fast interactive formats like crash games. Secured 6 awards and 79 shortlists, with Hold&Win mechanics boosting engagement.
Introduced Evoplay Races and Big Adventures for sustained player retention.
Gossip Harbor Tops Merge-2 Genre with 2.3x Revenue Growth
Microfun's Gossip Harbor led the $1.2 billion merge-2 market in 2025 with doubled live ops density. The game's success shifted industry focus from titles like Monopoly Go.
PocketGamer.biz names Microfun a top company of the year.
Supercell Revives Portfolio with Record Revenues
Every Supercell game grew in 2025, with bold moves like canceling Squad Busters handled player-friendly. Recognized for disciplined development and long-term title popularity.
Contributors highlight their brilliance in mature game resurgence.
Epic Games Wins Key Legal Battle Against Google
Epic's US victory against Google promotes mobile ecosystem openness. This impacts industry fairness beyond Epic, amid 2025 consolidation trends.
Epic stands out as a top influential company.
EVE Online Hits Peak Concurrent Users Since 2020
Legion and Catalyst expansions drove highest concurrent users post-Covid.
Esports Betting Reaches New Heights in 2025
The sector soared with innovation, regulations, and acceptance. 2025 marked a turning point for growth in esports wagering.
Clear rules fueled widespread industry expansion.
Valve Reveals Top 12 Best-Selling Steam Games of 2025
Valve's list features high-quality triple-A and indie hits PC gamers spent most on. Highlights a strong year for diverse gaming experiences.
Reflects top consumer spending trends.
PC and Console Games Face Rising Costs Toward $500M Budgets
By 2030, 30% of large-scale games may exceed $500 million, per trends. Current trajectory raises sustainability concerns for production.
Player expectations drive escalating budgets.