Steam Isn’t a Monopoly. It Just Feels Like One
Dominance and monopoly aren’t the same thing. Steam just happens to blur the line better than anyone else.
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Sega Turned Sonic Rumble Into a Cash Grab
Somewhere inside Sonic Rumble is a good game. You’ll just have to dig through gacha pulls, subscriptions and $60 skins to find it.
The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever as GTA 6 is Delayed Again
The gaming world is holding its breath as GTA 6 is delayed until November 2026. The game could make or break AAA blockbusters.
The Hidden Cost of Virtual Currencies in Gaming
Companies use virtual currencies to blur real-world costs, but as Blizzard’s $90 mount proves, players will spend the money anyway.
PlayStation Fans Catch Sony Testing Dynamic Pricing
PlayStation players say Sony is secretly testing dynamic pricing on the PS Store. Some users pay more than others for the same game and nobody’s happy about it.
EU Cracks Down on Predatory Monetization But Nothing’s Changing Yet
The EU introduced new guidelines in March 2025 to curb predatory monetization in gaming. They target manipulative in-game currencies and hidden costs. Without enforcement, most companies haven’t changed a thing.
USPTO Reexamines Nintendo Patent at Heart of Palworld Case
The U.S. Patent Office is reexamining a core Pokémon patent, casting doubt on Nintendo’s aggressive legal fight against Palworld.
Star Citizen Feels Less Like a Game and More Like a Permanent Construction Site
Star Citizen hit $1B and could reach 6M accounts, but its endless development raises hard questions about mismanagement, scope creep, and sustainability.
Can Microsoft Azure Handle the Weight of Cloud Gaming?
A global Azure outage crippled Xbox services and derailed Outer Worlds 2, revealing the risks of tying cloud gaming to unstable infrastructure.