All articles tagged with #gaming platforms
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Axios
Young people are increasingly using gaming platforms like Discord, Roblox, and Steam as social spaces, which are now being scrutinized for harboring hate, exploitation, and radicalization due to their anonymous nature and lack of moderation, raising concerns about safety and extremism.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by GamesIndustry.biz
Valve disputes Mastercard's claim that it did not raise concerns over NSFW adult content on Steam, revealing that Mastercard expressed concern through intermediaries and cited its rules against 'patently offensive' content, which could impact the distribution of adult games and lead to self-censorship among developers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by GameSpot
Call of Duty HQ topped the most-played games list for the week of October 20-26 across PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, largely due to the launch of Black Ops 6 and its availability on Game Pass. The list, shared by Circana's Mat Piscatella, also highlighted the consistent popularity of older CoD titles and Warzone. On PC, Counter-Strike 2 led the charts, with Factorio making a notable leap to fifth place following a major update. The rankings varied slightly on different platforms, with games like Fortnite and Grand Theft Auto 5 also featuring prominently.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gematsu
Square Enix has released a special trailer for Visions of Mana, titled "Continue Your Life with Mana," showcasing the history of the Mana series and the player's journey from childhood to adulthood. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store this summer.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tom's Guide
Phil Spencer, CEO of Microsoft Gaming, hinted at the possibility of third-party digital storefronts, such as the Epic Games Store, coming to Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. He emphasized the value of allowing players to choose where to buy games, potentially opening the door for platforms like Steam to land on Xbox. This move could be part of Microsoft's efforts to break down barriers between gaming ecosystems and compete with PlayStation, with rumors suggesting a partnership between Microsoft and Valve to launch the Steam platform on Xbox consoles.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Nintendo emphasizes the importance of offering unique propositions to stand out in a competitive market as it prepares for the challenges of generational transition in the gaming industry. Despite the success of the Switch, the company remains cautious due to past experiences with difficult transitions. Nintendo's president stressed the need to continue offering innovative entertainment and maintain connections with customers, hinting at the upcoming launch of a Switch successor with portable capabilities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TechSpot
Palworld, a popular game by Pocketpair, has amassed over 19 million players in just over two weeks, leading to server upkeep costs of $478,000 per month to ensure 100 percent uptime as instructed by the CEO. Despite the high expenses, the game's success has resulted in significant revenues, with estimates suggesting over $300 million from Steam alone. The open-world multiplayer game involves taming creatures called "Pals" for various in-game activities and is currently available on PC and Xbox platforms.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by My Nintendo News
Datamined in-game t-shirts in Hi-Fi Rush have hinted at the game's potential release on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, with unreleased t-shirts suggesting versions for these platforms. The Xbox exclusive t-shirt "Shadow Dropped" remains confirmed, while the additional t-shirts "Rock out Anywhere" for Switch and "I’m here baby" for PlayStation await official confirmation from Microsoft and Bethesda.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Game Crater
The New Zealand trick works for gaining early access to Persona 3 Reload, as it is set for a midnight local release time worldwide, allowing players to access it ahead of other regions. Xbox users can switch their region settings, while PlayStation users will need to purchase it from the New Zealand storefront using New Zealand PlayStation vouchers. However, Atlus has not provided a specific release time, so the midnight local release assumption is based on their previous strategy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
During EA's Q3 earnings call, CEO Andrew Wilson declined to comment on the rumored Nintendo Switch 2 but expressed that new platforms with improved CPU, GPU, memory, battery life, and screen resolution have historically been beneficial for EA's biggest franchises like Madden, Battlefield, and Apex. EA reported strong earnings largely driven by EA Sports FC, projecting full-year revenue to reach between $7.4 billion and $7.7 billion. Wilson's comments suggest that EA's judgment of the Switch 2's usefulness will depend on how well it can support its major franchises.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nintendo Everything
Sony's upcoming PlayStation Portable, designed for portable PS5 gaming, is not intended to compete with Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck, according to Sony boss Eric Lempel. Unlike the Switch, the PlayStation Portal requires an internet connection to stream content from the PS5. Despite the entry of various handheld devices into the gaming market, the Switch has remained successful, with nearly 130 million units sold worldwide as of June 30, 2023.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Sportskeeda
Minecraft Bedrock Edition's latest update, version 1.20.30, is now available for download on various gaming platforms including Xbox consoles, PlayStation consoles, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10/11 PCs, and Android/iOS mobile devices. While most platforms will automatically install the update, there are specific steps to manually update the game on each platform. Players can follow the instructions provided to ensure they have the latest version of Minecraft Bedrock Edition.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Nevada Independent
Wynn Resorts will be shutting down its WynnBET online sports betting and online gaming platforms in eight out of the twelve states where it operates, citing high costs and intense competition. The company's operations in Nevada and Massachusetts will not be affected. Wynn Resorts plans to work with regulators and customers to cease operations in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Louisiana, New Jersey, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The company is also reviewing its operations in New York and Michigan. WynnBET has struggled to gain significant market share, with four dominant operators controlling the majority of the sports betting business. The decision reflects a focus on capital deployment in states where Wynn Resorts has a physical presence.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
Payday 3, the highly anticipated online co-op sequel, is set to release on September 21. Developer Starbreeze has announced a closed beta for the game, running from August 2 to August 7 on Steam and Xbox Series X. Interested players can sign up now for a chance to participate. The closed beta will feature a new heist called "No Rest for the Wicked" and will have progress capped at Infamy level 22. Payday 3 will be available on multiple platforms, including Steam, Xbox, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, PC Game Pass, and Xbox Game Pass.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Finance
Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick testified in court that if Microsoft were to acquire his company and make "Call of Duty" exclusive to its Xbox console, it would result in a revolt from the game's 100 million monthly players and harm its popularity. The acquisition is facing government pushback over concerns of exclusivity, but Kotick attempted to alleviate those fears by emphasizing the importance of offering the game across multiple platforms. The Federal Trade Commission has asked a judge to temporarily halt the acquisition, arguing that it would give Microsoft exclusive access to Activision games. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella was scheduled to testify later in the day.