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A Crucial Role in Shaping the Future
Sam Barratt, chief of youth, education, and advocacy at the UN Environment Programme and co-founder of the Playing for the Planet Alliance, emphasizes the significant part the games industry can play in addressing the climate crisis. Rather than relying on others to drive change, the industry can leverage its massive audience of over three billion players to promote sustainability and environment…
Jan. 6, 2026, 10:26 a.m.
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Emerging Trends in the Games Industry: A Legal Perspective for 2026
The games industry is poised for significant legal developments in 2026, driven by advancements in AI, evolving consumer protection laws, and heightened concerns over youth safety. Key trends include the increasing use of AI in game development, ongoing battles over loot boxes, and stricter regulations on online platforms. The implementation of the Digital Services Act and the proposed Digital Fa…
Jan. 2, 2026, 2:53 p.m.
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Gaming Industry Struggles to Expand Beyond Its Core Audience
As the year draws to a close, it's customary to reflect on the past twelve months with a sense of optimism, but the latest sales figures paint a bleak picture for the gaming industry. The November sales data for the US market reveals a stark decline in hardware sales, down 27% year-on-year, and a meager 1% growth in software and services sales. While it's essential not to read too much into a sin…
Dec. 19, 2025, 4:10 p.m.
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The Lasting Impact of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on the Gaming Industry
The gaming industry's promotional calendar revolves around two major events: the cluster of activities in late May and early June, and the Game Awards in December. The latter has become a crucial platform for developers and publishers to showcase their upcoming games and generate hype. This year's Game Awards saw Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 win numerous awards, but the most significant compliment…
Dec. 12, 2025, 9:32 a.m.
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Transforming Eco-Anxiety into Empowerment: The Revolutionary Role of Games
Volha Kapitonava, managing director of Positive Impact Games, discusses the potential of video games to shift attitudes towards climate change. The past five years have seen a surge in games focused on climate and biodiversity, such as Terra Nil, Alba: A Wildlife Adventure, and The Regreening. This trend is driven by increasing player demand for stories that prioritize the well-being of the plane…
Dec. 10, 2025, 3:54 p.m.
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Nex Playground Exploits Industry Blind Spot with Smart Play
The gaming industry is grappling with an affordability crisis, with high hardware prices hindering audience growth and low software prices making it difficult for games to turn a profit. However, this crisis also presents opportunities for agile companies to capitalize on untapped markets. The Nex Playground, a gesture-controlled console with a camera, has achieved surprising success by targeting…
Dec. 5, 2025, 5:08 p.m.
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Revolutionizing Digital Distribution: The Rise of Consumer-Led Reform
The Stop Killing Games campaign has sparked a debate about the practice of shutting down online games, leaving consumers without access to products they have purchased. As a lawyer and gamer, I believe it's essential to consider the nuances of this issue. The question at the heart of this debate is not about ownership, but rather about the terms of the license to play. Games with always-online re…
Dec. 4, 2025, 5:23 p.m.
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Why Japan Gets Exclusive Console Discounts, But Other Countries Don't
The launch of discounted Japan-only versions of the PS5 and Switch has sparked debate about why similar pricing strategies aren't being applied in other countries. With the global economy facing unprecedented challenges, including soaring inflation and stagnant wages, consumers everywhere are feeling the pinch. Japan's unique economic situation, including a severely weakened yen, has forced Ninte…
Nov. 28, 2025, 10:06 a.m.
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The Unacceptable Risk of AI Assets in High-End Games
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Nov. 21, 2025, 2:19 p.m.
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Valve's Steam Machine: A Game-Changing Move in the Gaming Industry
The term 'console war' has never resonated with me, as it fails to capture the essence of the competition between platform holders. This rivalry is more akin to a series of unexpected twists and turns, rather than a traditional conflict. A more fitting analogy might be a wrestling match, where Valve has just made a dramatic entrance, targeting Microsoft's vulnerabilities. Despite Valve's claims o…
Nov. 14, 2025, 2:56 p.m.