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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Wins 2025 Game of the Year
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been crowned 2025 Game of the Year for its distinctive art direction, emotionally resonant storytelling, and innovative gameplay mechanics. The title set a new benchmark for narrative-driven modern games in a competitive field.
This accolade highlights standout releases shaping the year's gaming landscape.
Nvidia Rumored to Cut GPU Supply by 30-40% in Early 2026
Nvidia is rumored to reduce GPU supply by 30-40% in early 2026, impacting PC gaming hardware availability. This follows delays in RTX 50 Super launches, potentially canceling them amid market shifts.
The news contributes to a challenging period described as the worst year for PC gaming so far.
RAM Crisis Continues with Rising Prices and Scams
A ongoing RAM shortage is driving up prices, with manufacturers confirming the crisis persists into late 2025. Scams involving fake DDR5 kits hiding older DDR1 sticks have been reported, urging caution for gamers.
This exacerbates hardware woes alongside GPU issues.
AMD Confirms Next-Gen Zen 6 CPU Details
AMD officially revealed Zen 6 CPU architecture details, including FP16 support, memory profiler changes, and integer unit updates. The processors are on track for a late 2026 release.
This advances PC gaming hardware prospects amid current shortages.
AI Reshapes Games Industry in 2025 with Divisions and Adoption
AI became central in 2025 game development, used by publishers like Ubisoft, Epic, Krafton for NPCs, voice, and content. It sparked developer job anxiety, player backlash, and legal issues, especially in QA and art.
Heading to 2026, cautious experimentation continues without consensus.
YouTube Shuts Down AI-Generated Movie Trailer Channels
YouTube terminated channels like Screen Culture and KH Studio for AI-created fake movie trailers, with over 2 million subscribers combined. This action targets AI slop in gaming-related content spaces.
It marks a win against low-quality AI content proliferation.
3 Crowns Esports Wins Arc 1 of OGR Free Fire Series
3 Crowns Esports claimed victory in Arc 1 of the OGR Free Fire Series, concluding December 12. Amigoes took second and V-Ent Esports third, showcasing African Free Fire talent.
This debut season milestone boosts regional esports.
African Free Fire Community Announces $2,000 Detty December Solos
The African Free Fire Community launched Detty December Solos with over $2,000 prize pool for Nigerian players. Registration closed December 14, backed by Garena, Game Evo Esports, and Cade Esports.
It strengthens Free Fire's competitive scene in Nigeria.
Maliyo Games Hosts Inaugural Maliyo Con in Lagos
Maliyo Games held its first Maliyo Con on December 11 at Alliance Française, Ikoyi, Lagos. The event united developers, gamers, and stakeholders for networking and knowledge sharing.
It fosters growth in the African games industry.
Newzoo 2025 Data Reveals Mobile Gaming Trends and Top Grossers
Newzoo 2025 market data highlights highest grossing games, downloads, publishers, China's influence, and AI utilization per AppMagic. Trends include legal battles sparking direct-to-consumer shifts and apps overtaking games on App Store.
Global revenue hit $187.7B in 2024, up 2.1%.
Fortnite Developers Gain In-Game Item Sales and Sponsored Placement
Epic Games enables Fortnite developers to sell in-game items soon and pay for sponsored placements. This expands monetization in the battle royale ecosystem.
It aligns with transmedia and creator economy trends.
Meta Horizon Studio Enables Gen AI Game Creation in 10 Minutes
Meta Horizon Studio now allows creating games with generative AI in just 10 minutes. This tool democratizes VR game development.
It reflects accelerating AI integration in platforms.