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đź“…January 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Gaming industry kicks off 2026 with predictions of rising hardware costs, AI integration, cloud gaming growth, studio challenges, and key game lineups amid Asia-Pacific market expansions.
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Asia-Pacific Gaming Industry Outlook for 2026

Inside Asian Gaming predicts Macau's GGR to exceed 2025's US$30.9 billion, with focus on concession capex and US$16.3 billion non-gaming investments through 2032.Source 1 New leadership insights from MGM China CEO and others highlight regional growth. IAG expands with mergers and new initiatives under Complete Media Group.Source 1

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10 Major Gaming Trends Predicted for 2026

RetalinLive forecasts turbulent year with skyrocketing hardware prices, delayed next-gen consoles like Steam Machine, and waves of remakes, roguelikes, and extraction shooters.Source 2 Indie boom, AI in development, and potential studio closures and layoffs loom large.Source 2 Half-Life 3 rumors suggest a major release this year.Source 2

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PlayStation Plus January 2026 Free Games Announced

Sony reveals Need for Speed Unbound, Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Core Keeper available for download starting January 6.Source 3 This lineup offers racing, platforming, and survival crafting for subscribers.Source 3

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Game Industry Outlook: AI and Cloud Gaming Surge in 2026

IM Gaming Podcast anticipates market recovery via AI integration, expanding cloud and cross-platform play.Source 4 Maturing mobile markets give way to rising user-generated content from Roblox and Fortnite.Source 4

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RAM Prices to Surge in 2026 Due to AI Demand

AI-driven memory demand triggers a 'memory pandemic,' causing RAM prices to climb higher, impacting PC gamers' upgrades and affordability.Source 6 Gamers face major hardware cost challenges this year.Source 6

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Cloud Gaming Platforms Set for Major Rise in 2026

Xbox Cloud Gaming, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, and Amazon Luna gain traction, potentially dominating with top-shelf game access.Source 5 2026 could mark cloud gaming's breakout year.Source 5

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Flutter Entertainment Named Top Gaming Stock for 2026

Citizens JMP selects Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) as a leading online gaming pick despite challenges.Source 8 Analysts highlight its strong positioning in the sector.Source 8

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CES 2026: Key Gaming Trends to Watch

GamesBeat outlines trends from CES 2026, building on annual game industry predictions.Source 9 Focus includes emerging hardware and tech innovations for gaming.Source 9

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Studio Closures and Layoffs Wave Expected in 2026

Predictions warn of increased studio closures and layoffs as industry faces reality check amid economic pressures.Source 2 Larger companies may acquire smaller ones.Source 2

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Remakes and Roguelikes to Flood 2026 Market

Market saturation anticipated with remakes dominating releases, alongside roguelikes and extraction shooters.Source 2 Developers optimize for older tech due to hardware delays.Source 2

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Indie Boom and AI Role Expand in Gaming Development

Indie games surge while AI plays bigger role in development processes for 2026.Source 2 Cloud gaming and subscriptions expected to rise in cost.Source 2

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7 Hopes for Video Games Industry in 2026

Screenhub shares optimistic predictions and hopes for recovery and innovation in the video games sector.Source 7 Focus on positive developments amid challenges.Source 7