Until recently, gaming wasn’t seen as anything more than a hobby. Parents yelled at their children to come off their screens, and newspapers and science labelled it as an epidemic of cognitive decline. Today, gaming has become one of the…
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Scientists Debunk the Myth of Gaming Harm with the Help of Nintendo
Can a video game make us unhappier or happier if we spend more time playing it? This question has worried parents, psychologists, and even politicians for years. A recent study published in Royal Society Open Science challenges established beliefs: it…
Experiment in ArcheAge Reveals Unexpected Aspects of Human Psychology
Imagine that everything you have built and invested your energy in disappears without a trace in a few days. What kind of behavior would a person choose if they knew the exact date of the “end of the world”? This…
Why Do Arcade Machines Continue to Amaze Us and What Draws Us Back to the Classics of Game Halls?
In recent years, arcade machines have once again been in the spotlight. According to Statista, in 2023 alone, global sales of mini-arcades increased by more than 18%. Many people wonder: why, despite the abundance of digital entertainment and powerful consoles,…
What Are Microtransactions in the World of Gaming?
The global gaming industry is constantly evolving with the introduction of new concepts and innovations almost every day. Alongside this, microtransactions have become the focal point of several debates in the casino world. While they are among the greatest revenue…
Personalised Play: How Customisation is Revolutionising Online Gaming
The online gaming industry has experienced a seismic shift in recent years, with one of the most prominent changes being the rise of personalisation. Players no longer settle for generic gaming experiences; instead, they seek out games that adapt to…
5 Big Gaming Trends for 2025 That Every Gamer Should Be Watching
From seamless cloud play to games that actually adapt to you — 2025 is shaping up to be a year where how we play changes as much as what we play. Here’s the skinny on the trends that’ll actually matter…
Games as Platforms 2025: How AI, Community & Live-Service Models Are Shaping Gaming
The gaming industry is evolving faster than ever, and in 2025, one trend stands above all others — the rise of Games as Platforms. Gone are the days when a launch defined success. Now, games thrive or fade based on…
Live-Service Gaming Risks 2025: Burnout, Monetisation & Player Fatigue
Live-service games are the beating heart of the modern gaming industry. From Fortnite and Destiny 2 to Call of Duty: Warzone and Genshin Impact, the idea of a constantly evolving experience has become the dominant model. Players expect ongoing content,…
The Next Xbox: A Custom PC in Console Clothing — How Powerful Will It Really Be?
If you’ve been following the rumblings around Microsoft lately, you’ve probably heard the phrase “PC-like console” thrown around. And no, that’s not marketing fluff. It’s looking like the next Xbox might actually be the biggest step toward merging console and PC gaming we’ve ever…
What to Know About Entry-Level Direct Drive Sim Racing Bundles
Entry-level direct drive sim racing bundles have transformed the way newcomers enter the hobby, offering…
