Games Done Quick is hosting its first-ever Disability and Neurodivergence Special this weekend. The event features disabled and neurodivergent speedrunners showcasing games while raising awareness and funds. It represents a major step toward making gaming events truly accessible.
Ubisoft is still actively developing Beyond Good & Evil 2, according to a new job listing for a technical sound designer. The game was first teased in 2008 and officially announced in 2017, but has seen numerous delays and development challenges.
Microsoft has expanded its Xbox Full Screen Experience beyond handheld devices to traditional Windows 11 PCs. The feature transforms the desktop into a console-like interface and can save up to 2GB of memory. It’s currently available through both Xbox and Windows Insider programs.
Puzzle games are being systematically overlooked at The Game Awards because there’s no dedicated category for them. Iconic titles like Tetris and recent gems like Blue Prince have nowhere to compete. Here’s why this needs to change.
Hytale will launch in early access for just $20, with the founder admitting the game “isn’t good yet.” Simon Collins-Laflamme says he’s taking considerable personal risk after buying the game back from Riot Games and funding development himself.
IO Interactive’s CEO says GTA 6 moving to November 2026 gives their James Bond game breathing room. He believes the blockbuster could revitalize the entire gaming industry by bringing back lapsed players.
Horror games had an incredible year in 2025, with titles like Silent Hill f selling over a million copies in 24 hours and Dying Light: The Beast moving 1.5 million units in five days. Yet The Game Awards still lacks a dedicated horror category, leaving many standout titles unrecognized at gaming’s b
Microsoft has open sourced the complete Zork trilogy, making the classic text adventure games available under the MIT License. The preservation effort involved Microsoft’s Open Source Programs Office, Xbox, and Activision working together to ensure these gaming landmarks remain accessible.
Qualcomm just released the Snapdragon Control Panel for Windows 11 on Arm devices. It automatically detects games and lets you optimize settings while providing driver updates. Even Fortnite now runs at up to 120 FPS on these machines.
Escape from Tarkov’s 1.0 release on Steam has turned into a PR nightmare. Players are slamming the game with negative reviews over pricing controversies and technical problems that make the game nearly unplayable for many.
