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EA’s Dominance in Live Service Revenue Sets Stage for Saudi Merger Completion Electronic Arts (EA) has just published its last financial report as a publicly-traded company, and the numbers are nothing short of impressive. With a take-private merger with an investor consortium led by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund expected to conclude later today, EA’s […]

Apple’s vision for the future of smart glasses is starting to take shape, and it’s clear that fitness is at the forefront of their plans. According to a recent report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is working to turn its next-generation smart glasses and XR headsets into health and fitness devices, with the ultimate goal

Get ready for a thrilling September! This week in XR has been building up to some major announcements that will shape the future of virtual reality. We’ve got the scoop on Snap’s long-awaited SPECS glasses, SideQuest’s ambitious reboot of Altspace VR, and Apple’s surprising take on its upcoming Vision Pro. First off, Snap is finally

Imagine being transported to a eerie Scottish town, surrounded by an atmosphere of creeping dread and uncertainty. This is the world of Silent Hill: Townfall, the latest installment in the beloved horror series that’s been making waves with its innovative approach to narrative-driven psychological terror. Silent Hill: Townfall promises to deliver a deeply immersive experience,

Xbox Fans in UK and Europe Hit with Steep Price Hikes on Console Hardware Get ready for a painful price shock if you’re an Xbox enthusiast living in the UK or Europe. Microsoft has confirmed that console prices will skyrocket by up to 50% in these regions, affecting not just the premium Xbox Series X

A devastating blow has struck the VR and gaming communities, as Refactor Games, the developer behind the FIFA World Cup simulator that launched exclusively on Netflix in June, has been abruptly shut down by its parent company Delphi Interactive. The sudden closure, which has left numerous employees without jobs, raises concerns about the future of

The PlayStation 5 has officially reached a milestone of 95 million units sold worldwide, solidifying its position as one of the most successful gaming consoles in history. This achievement is all the more impressive considering that the platform is now over six years into its lifecycle, and sales are beginning to slow down. According to

Get Ready for a New Era of VR Gaming with Steam Frame! In a major milestone for PC-based VR enthusiasts, Valve’s “Great on Frame” page has exploded to over 50 games and apps optimized specifically for Steam Frame. This curated portal, similar to the popular “Great on Deck” list, highlights titles that are guaranteed to

The long-awaited takeover of Electronic Arts by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund is finally set to become a reality, with the company announcing that it has cleared all regulatory hurdles in its bid to go private. The deal, valued at a whopping $55 billion, was initially announced last September and has been making headlines ever

In a thrilling conversation that’s sure to delight VR enthusiasts, acclaimed actor Samantha Beart sat down with GDC Content Marketing Manager Beth Elderkin on the Game Developer Podcast. This month’s episode of GDC Side Quest was recorded live on the show floor of the GDC Festival of Gaming, and it’s an absolute must-listen for anyone