Xbox Crocs battle Kirby slippers in gaming footwear war
Microsoft launches Xbox-themed Crocs with controller design, while Nintendo's Kirby slippers gain viral attention. Discover the latest gaming merchandise battle.
Microsoft launches Xbox-themed Crocs with controller design, while Nintendo's Kirby slippers gain viral attention. Discover the latest gaming merchandise battle.
Ncuti Gatwa and Nicola Coughlan were among the stars honoured at the first-ever Speakies awards for UK audio storytelling. Discover the full list of winners as the audiobook sector booms.
Activision's Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 sees sales plummet by over 50% compared to last year, facing stiff competition and criticism. Discover the full analysis of this gaming downturn.
Discover Rue Valley, a time travel adventure game where you have just 47 minutes to escape a Groundhog Day scenario. Read our full review of this Disco Elysium-inspired title.
New research shows children prefer virtual currency and cosmetics over traditional games this Christmas. Discover the shifting trends in gaming gifts and what it means for parents.
Discover the stunning winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia photography awards, from a preening brush turkey to a wise cassowary. These captivating images support vital bird conservation programmes across Australia.
Discover the stunning winners of the Royal Photographic Society 2025 International Photography Awards, featuring breathtaking landscape and portrait photography.
Microsoft's $75.4 billion Activision acquisition falters as Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 underperforms, raising questions about Xbox's future and industry-wide consequences.
As Tomb Raider approaches its 30th anniversary, fans express frustration over development delays and creative missteps. Discover why this iconic franchise faces an uncertain future.
A frustrated gamer argues major publishers are ignoring demand for single-player games in favour of lucrative live service models, while indie developers thrive by creating passionate projects.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 delivers disappointing campaign and lacks innovation despite robust multiplayer. Read our full review of Activision's latest shooter.
UK gamers face rising console costs as hardware prices outpace graphical improvements. Readers debate whether £500+ consoles offer value and share Game Awards 2025 predictions.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 made history at the 43rd Golden Joystick Awards, winning 7 awards including Ultimate Game of the Year. Discover the full list of winners and what this means for the gaming world.
The surprise Game of the Year contender Arc Raiders faces backlash over its use of AI-generated voices, igniting crucial debates about ethics and the future of game development.
Amyl and the Sniffers won four ARIA Awards including Best Group and Album of the Year. Discover all the winners and memorable moments from the 2025 ceremony.
Australian music's biggest night saw Olivia Dean, Tyra Banks and Baker Boy leading stunning fashion moments featuring floral designs, bolo ties and dramatic ensembles at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion.
Discover how Sega Master System dominated European gaming 40 years ago with superior technology and bold marketing while Nintendo focused on America. Explore its lasting legacy.
Sports Interactive's pre-tax losses surged to £8.5m after cancelling Football Manager 25. Discover how this strategic move aims to secure the franchise's future.
New Zealand's premier book awards disqualify multiple authors for using AI in cover designs, sparking debate about technology's role in creative industries. Discover the implications.
The Game Awards 2025 nominees have been unveiled, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 making history as the most nominated game ever. Discover all the contenders ahead of the December 12 ceremony.
New research shows 56% of global gamers prefer single-player games, challenging the live service dominance. Discover the demographic trends shaping gaming preferences across the UK and worldwide.
Tom Cruise finally wins his first Oscar at the 16th Governors Awards in Los Angeles, receiving an honorary Academy Award for lifetime achievement alongside Dolly Parton and other honourees.
Ubisoft forecasts lower UK sales as players focus on fewer games for longer. Read the full analysis of the shifting gaming landscape and its impact.
Dispatch delivers adult superhero drama with Telltale's signature choice-driven narrative. Read our full review of this emotional, character-focused adventure.
Early feedback for Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 campaign described as 'absolutely terrible' as fans criticise lack of innovation and AI-generated content.
Nintendo's new Kirby Air Riders trailer features embarrassingly bad British rap song, surpassing DK Rap as company's worst musical creation. Read the full analysis.
Malak A Tantesh, the Guardian's former Gaza correspondent, has been named Young Journalist of the Year at the UK's Media Freedom awards for her brave reporting from the conflict zone. Discover her powerful story.
Crystal Dynamics cuts nearly 30 jobs in latest restructuring, raising concerns about the long-awaited Tomb Raider game's development timeline and quality.
Activision continues its tradition of withholding Call Of Duty review copies, delaying Black Ops 7 coverage. Discover why and what it means for gamers.
Your complete guide to Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 launch times, Xbox Game Pass availability, multiplayer maps, and price. Get ready for the action.