Latest Gaming News
Steam Reveals Best of 2025 Top Sellers and Rankings
Steam published its Best of 2025, ranking the top-selling and most-played games of the year on the platform. This annual recap highlights player favorites amid a competitive year for PC gaming.
Key titles dominated charts, reflecting diverse genres from AAA blockbusters to indies.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Hits Record Steam Concurrent Players
Avatar Frontiers of Pandora exploded in popularity, reaching a peak in simultaneous Steam players. The game surged post-2025 updates, drawing massive audiences to its Pandora world.
Ubisoft's title continues to gain traction on PC despite initial console focus.
Ubisoft Downplays Massive R6 Hack Reports as Exaggerated
Ubisoft minimized reports of a major hack affecting Rainbow Six, calling claims exaggerated. The company addressed security concerns amid ongoing investigations.
This follows recent cybersecurity issues in the gaming sector.
CD Projekt Sells GOG.com to Co-Founder for $25 Million
CD Projekt sold its digital platform GOG.com to co-founder for 25 million dollars. The transaction marks a strategic shift for the Cyberpunk developer.
GOG will continue under new ownership focusing on DRM-free games.
Next-Gen PS6 and Xbox Delayed by RAM Shortage
PS6 and next Xbox launches face delays due to rising RAM prices and shortages. Supply chain issues threaten 2026-2027 console timelines.
Manufacturers scramble for alternatives amid global chip constraints.
Pikmin 3 Deluxe Listed for Nintendo Switch 2
Pikmin 3 Deluxe appears listed for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. This suggests enhanced ports or new releases for the hybrid successor.
Nintendo's strategy hints at backward compatibility or remasters.
China's Gaming Market Achieves Record Revenue and Licenses in 2025
China's domestic gaming saw double-digit growth in sales and users, issuing 1,771 licenses up 20% from 2024. Sub-sectors flourished with policy support and AI efficiencies.
Projections for 2026 indicate continued expansion and profitability.
Phantom Blade Zero Garners 1 Million Wishlists
New Chinese slasher game Phantom Blade Zero reached one million wishlists rapidly. The action title builds hype ahead of release.
It joins a wave of Eastern-developed high-profile games.
My Winter Car Survival Game Surpasses 21K Concurrent Players
Online survival game My Winter Car hit over 21,000 concurrent players hours after launch. The motorist-themed title captured immediate attention.
It exemplifies breakout indie successes on Steam.
2025: Year of Ninjas and Samurai on PlayStation
PlayStation highlighted 2025 as the year of ninja and samurai games in a special selection. Multiple titles featuring assassins drove the trend.
This genre resurgence boosted console sales and engagement.
GameFi Sector Shifts to Web2.5 Hybrids Amid 2025 Collapse
GameFi faced 90% project shutdowns but pivoted to sustainable Web2.5 models with FIFA and Solana leads. AI analytics and upgradeable NFTs drive recovery.
Hybrid approaches prioritize user engagement over speculation.
Mobile Gaming Trends: Umamusume Wins Game Awards 2025
Umamusume: Pretty Derby won Best Mobile Game at The Game Awards 2025 after global debut. Mobile sector projected to hit $108B revenue, up 7.7%.
Diverse audiences and Asian expansions fuel growth.