Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
side of the industry. He runs TheBadGamer, focused on gaming news worth your time.
Nintendo's lawsuit against Palworld, the "Pokémon with guns" game, may result in minimal damages of around $30,000 if won. Experts call the litigation "not serious in commercial terms" and a potential "embarrassing failure" of the patent system. The outcome, set for November 9, has significant implications for indie developers facing patent disputes.
Sony's decision to halt PC ports of exclusive titles may inadvertently abandon its substantial Chinese audience, where PC gaming dominates due to historical console bans. China accounted for 42% of Death Stranding 2 sales and was a top market for Stellar Blade. This shift could cost Sony a significant share of the Chinese gaming market.
A Plague Tale developer, Asobo Studio, reveals the immense industry-wide anticipation and planning surrounding the upcoming GTA 6, stating "all the studios in the world" are preparing for its release. This acknowledgment highlights GTA 6's potential market dominance. The game's influence is already being felt, with many studios adjusting their release schedules.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has expressed the need for the Xbox division to become more economically sustainable, acknowledging that the company has been subsidizing entertainment rather than monetizing it effectively. With the upcoming console generation, Project Helix, on the horizon, Xbox faces significant challenges, including low profit margins and component price hikes due to the AI race. Nadella's comments suggest a push for a more viable business model without clear solutions yet outlined.
Xbox Game Pass subscribers are in for a treat this July with a diverse lineup including Halo: Campaign Evolved, quirky titles like Denshattack!, and strategic delights such as Corsair Cove. With something for every gamer, July promises to be an exciting month. From remakes to innovative indies, here's what to expect.
Meccha Chameleon, the quirky hide-and-seek indie game, has achieved a monumental milestone by selling over 1 million copies on Steam, catapulting it up the charts. This unexpected success underscores the game's engaging gameplay and charm. As it soars in popularity, players and newcomers alike are eager to experience what makes Meccha Chameleon a standout title.
Discover why 360 Hz stands out as the ideal refresh rate for competitive FPS gaming, offering a tangible improvement in gameplay experience without excessive diminishing returns. Through hands-on testing with high-end monitors like the Zowie XL2586X+ and Alienware AW2525HM, the benefits of ultra-high refresh rates are clear. For competitive gamers, 360 Hz provides the best balance of performance and value.
Dive into Roblox's Grow a Garden 2 with our comprehensive gear guide, outlining every item's effect and price in Sheckles. From essentials to fun additions, know what to spend on. Enhance your gameplay with the right choices.
Rockstar co-founder Dan Houser reveals the studio's longstanding goal to increase story completion rates in their open-world games, starting with GTA 3. Despite the challenges, their efforts have shown improvement, with nearly half of Red Dead Redemption 2 players completing the story. Houser discusses the balance between narrative and the allure of open-world gameplay systems.
Riot Games confirms League of Legends will not migrate to Unreal Engine like Teamfight Tactics. Instead, the game undergoes a significant client overhaul. The updated client promises improved performance and a modernized user interface, addressing long-standing community grievances.
