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AI becomes top growth driver as non-gaming apps overtake gaming: Report

AI subscriptions, streaming services and gaming purchases pushed global in-app spending to a record $167 billion in 2025, according to market analysis firm Sensor Tower's report

AI becomes top growth driver as non-gaming apps overtake gaming: Report
Updated On : 18 Jun 2026 | 5:26 PM IST

Retro gaming is getting revived with FPGA tech? Here's what we know

The newly announced ModRetro M64 uses an AMD FPGA chip to recreate Nintendo 64 hardware behaviour, offering an alternative to software emulators for retro gaming enthusiasts

Retro gaming is getting revived with FPGA tech? Here's what we know
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 4:06 PM IST

Everything announced at PS State of Play: Wolverine, God of War, more

From Marvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey to Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis and Until Dawn 2, Sony's recent State of Play revealed several trailers, gameplay, release dates, and more

Everything announced at PS State of Play: Wolverine, God of War, more
Updated On : 03 Jun 2026 | 11:57 AM IST

Sony PS FlexStrike fight stick, gaming monitor debut ahead of State of Play

Sony confirms launch timelines for fight stick, gaming monitor, and Pulse Elite speakers ahead of its June State of Play, where it will share details about Marvel's Wolverine and other games

Sony PS FlexStrike fight stick, gaming monitor debut ahead of State of Play
Updated On : 02 Jun 2026 | 1:09 PM IST

Intel debuts Arc G-series chips for Windows gaming handhelds, takes on AMD

Intel's new Arc G-Series processors aim to rival AMD Ryzen Z-series handheld gaming chips with support for ray tracing and XeSS 3

Intel debuts Arc G-series chips for Windows gaming handhelds, takes on AMD
Updated On : 29 May 2026 | 3:38 PM IST

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 out on Oct 23, pre-orders open: Watch trailer

Activision has detailed Modern Warfare 4's campaign, multiplayer, progression systems, and DMZ mode as pre-orders for the upcoming Call of Duty game go live. Watch the trailer below

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 out on Oct 23, pre-orders open: Watch trailer
Updated On : 29 May 2026 | 11:20 AM IST

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's third major expansion announced, release in 2027

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will receive a new expansion called Songs of the Past, with CD Projekt Red targeting a 2027 release on consoles and PC

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's third major expansion announced, release in 2027
Updated On : 28 May 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

Sony announces PlayStation Plus monthly games for June after price hike

Sony has revealed the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup for June after revising PS Plus subscription prices across Essential, Extra, and Deluxe tiers in India

Sony announces PlayStation Plus monthly games for June after price hike
Updated On : 27 May 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

James Bond's 007 First Light released: Check price, platform, availability

The newly released 007 First Light lets players step into the shoes of a rookie James Bond before he officially earns the iconic 007 status within MI6

James Bond's 007 First Light released: Check price, platform, availability
Updated On : 27 May 2026 | 4:39 PM IST

Apple says Epic Games ruling does not apply to developers globally: Report

Apple has reportedly argued that the Epic Games ruling should remain limited to Epic and not automatically extend App Store payment freedoms to all developers

Apple says Epic Games ruling does not apply to developers globally: Report
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 4:23 PM IST

Next Call of Duty title to be set in Modern Warfare universe: What's coming

The next major Call of Duty title is officially being developed by Infinity Ward and is set to continue the Modern Warfare storyline

Next Call of Duty title to be set in Modern Warfare universe: What's coming
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 3:15 PM IST

Sony may stop releasing PlayStation-exclusive single-player games on PC

Sony may reportedly stop bringing future first-party narrative-driven single-player PlayStation games to PC, while multiplayer-focused titles could still see PC launches

Sony may stop releasing PlayStation-exclusive single-player games on PC
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 11:05 AM IST

Sony hikes PlayStation Plus prices in India across plans: Check new prices

Sony has increased PlayStation Plus subscription prices across Essential, Extra, and Deluxe plans in India, with annual memberships now costing significantly more than before

Sony hikes PlayStation Plus prices in India across plans: Check new prices
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 11:56 AM IST

BGMI 4.4 update brings Greek mythology-inspired Hero Crown theme mode, more

The BGMI 4.4 update brings Greek mythology-themed gameplay to Erangel along with new vehicles, squad upgrades, new cosmetics, creator voice packs, and more

BGMI 4.4 update brings Greek mythology-inspired Hero Crown theme mode, more
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 1:33 PM IST

Epic Games's Fortnite returns to Apple App Store globally, except Australia

Fortnite has returned to Apple's App Store globally after years of legal battles with Apple, though the game still remains unavailable for iPhone users in Australia

Epic Games's Fortnite returns to Apple App Store globally, except Australia
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 5:17 PM IST

Sony hikes PlayStation Plus subscription prices, may impact Indian users

Sony has announced a PlayStation Plus price hike in select regions, with indications suggesting that both new and existing users in India could also be affected

Sony hikes PlayStation Plus subscription prices, may impact Indian users
Updated On : 19 May 2026 | 1:59 PM IST

BGMI paying users climb 17% amid rise in India's in-game spending trends

This is the first time a gaming company has publicly shared India-specific paying user growth numbers

BGMI paying users climb 17% amid rise in India's in-game spending trends
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 10:04 PM IST

Grand Theft Auto 6 arrives on November 19, but not for everyone: Details

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick said GTA 6 will launch first on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles, with the PC version expected to arrive later, reported Bloomberg

Grand Theft Auto 6 arrives on November 19, but not for everyone: Details
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 3:04 PM IST

India’s new online gaming rules kick in from May 1: What changes now

From May 1, India’s online gaming industry enters a new regulatory era under the Online Gaming Act, 2025. In this video, we break down what’s changing, how the new regulator will function

Icon YoutubeIndia’s new online gaming rules kick in from May 1: What changes now
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 3:05 PM IST