Roughly three weeks after its April 17, 2026 launch, Pragmata has already sold 2 million copies worldwide. The announcement marks more than just strong sales for Capcom’s science-fiction action title. It also represents a notable achievement for a brand-new IP outside an established franchise.
The live-service shooter Highguard is shutting down weeks after launch, marking one of the fastest collapses in recent memory for a major multiplayer title. Developer Wildlight Entertainment confirmed the decision in a public statement posted on March 3, announcing...
In response to intense user criticism, Discord is pushing back age verification until the second half of 2026. The announcement came in an open letter posted on the company blog from CTO and co-founder Stanislav Vishnevskiy.
Despite speculation online, Discord has not announced any pause or cancellation of global age verification beginning early in March 2026. If the changes go into effect as planned, all users will receive teen-by-default settings, and those seeking access to age-restricted spaces may be prompted to verify their age. The confusion likely stems from reports that the messaging service has ended its partnership with Persona, a third-party identity verification company.
The Xbox gaming community was surprised Friday evening by a shakeup in the company’s corporate structure. Both Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer and Xbox President Sarah Bond confirmed they were stepping down from their respective positions—a move that raised questions about the future of Microsoft’s gaming division. Now, days before stepping into her new role as the CEO of Microsoft Gaming, the online profile of Asha Sharma is causing industry watchers some concern.
Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit against Roblox, putting the massively popular gaming platform under renewed scrutiny. Officials allege the company has failed to adequately protect minors despite publicly positioning itself as a safe online environment. According to...
The Xbox leadership structure is undergoing its most dramatic upheaval in more than a decade after Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer announced his retirement and Xbox President Sarah Bond confirmed she is leaving the company — two moves landing simultaneously and...
A new report is raising fresh questions about the troubled launch and uncertain future of Highguard, the free-to-play PvP “raid shooter” that went from splashy awards-show reveal to industry punchline in a matter of months. According to reporting highlighted by IGN,...
The fallout surrounding Highguard has escalated at a staggering pace, with developer Wildlight Entertainment confirming staff cuts and mass layoffs just two weeks after the game’s launch — a timeline that demonstrates just how volatile the modern live-service market...
Reports circulating in gaming media suggest that Nintendo may present another Nintendo Direct-style broadcast during the third week of February 2026. Nintendo has not confirmed any such event. Coverage from outlets including GamingBible and MyNintendoNews highlights...
Jason Momoa has signed on to lead Justin Lin’s live-action Helldivers film. While nothing is known about the plot for the video game adaptation, Sony Pictures has the film set to release November 10, 2027 in theaters. Though both Lin and Momoa have been involved in the Fast & Furious franchise, this marks their first direct collaboration.
Sony has officially confirmed that its next Sony State of Play presentation will air this Thursday, February 12th, delivering more than an hour of announcements, gameplay reveals, and developer updates focused on upcoming PlayStation titles. The broadcast, announced...
Amazon’s upcoming live-action God of War series has officially filled one of its most important roles, as the production has cast a young actor to portray Atreus — the emotional core of Santa Monica Studio’s modern Norse saga. With the God of War series Atreus casting...