Video Game History Foundation Releases Massive E3 Archive
The Video Game History Foundation has published a new collection of E3 ephemera, including nearly 12 hours of footage and industry documents dating back to 1995.
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Tough Decisions in PC Gaming: A Look at the Industry's Hardest Choices
From Fallout 3 to The Witcher 3, we look at the most difficult moral dilemmas in PC gaming history and the consequences players face.
Landstalker and Sega Genesis Gs With Surprising Developers Behind Them 2026
Explore the history of Landstalker and other hidden Sega Genesis JRPGs developed by famous studios in our 2026 industry report on classic console development.
Zhengtu Online and the History of Lootboxes: A 2026 Retrospective
In Game News examines the history of Zhengtu Online, its role in the lootbox controversy, and the evolution of MMO mechanics in the PC gaming industry.
New Super Mario Bros. 20th Anniversary: Reflecting on the DS Classic in 2026
As we reach the 20th anniversary of New Super Mario Bros. on Nintendo DS, we look back at the best-selling title's history, legacy, and impact on the industry.
Total War: Warhammer and the Evolution of PC Gaming History in 2026
Reflecting on the legacy of Total War: Warhammer, PC Gamer magazine archives, and how PC gaming has evolved from 1996 to 2026 in our latest industry report.
Fall Studio Spiders: Closure May Be Middle Class Disappearing By 2026
Spiders studio has officially closed following the release of GreedFall: The Dying World. We examine the studio's history and the impact of this industry shift.
Reggie Fils-Aime on Nintendo Strategy and Avoiding Industry Layoffs in 2026
Former Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime discusses Nintendo's business strategy, avoiding gaming layoffs, and the history of the DS and Wii.
Ubisoft's Strategic Shift: Future of Assassin's Creed & More
The gaming world is holding its breath as industry titan Ubisoft, the creative force behind massive franchises like Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six, navigates one of the most pivotal moments in its history. Following a period of intense scrutiny and strategic realignment, the company's recent financial discl
Vince Zampella: From Call of Duty Creator to Battlefield Savior
Last Updated: November 13, 2025 In an industry defined by fierce rivalries, few stories are as compelling as Vince Zampella's. The man who co-created the juggernaut *Call of Duty* franchise now helms its biggest competitor, *Battlefield*, a journey that has come full circle. In a candid reflection on this history, Zamp
Gaming's Correction: Layoffs, Indie Successes, and Silksong Hype
Last Updated: November 10, 2025 The period from 2023 through 2024 will be remembered as one of the most volatile and contradictory in modern gaming history. It was a time of painful correction, marked by unprecedented mass layoffs and studio closures that shook the industry to its core. Yet, amidst the corporate turmoi
Xbox IP Revival: Killer Instinct, Banjo-Kazooie, and More
Last Updated: October 31, 2025 In the ever-expanding landscape of the games industry, no company holds a more formidable back catalog than Microsoft. With decades of Xbox Game Studios history now combined with the legendary libraries of Bethesda and Activision Blizzard, the company sits on a treasure trove of dormant f
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Book: A Definitive History
Last Updated: October 29, 2025 To commemorate three decades of industry-defining entertainment, Sony is officially celebrating its monumental milestone with a definitive history book, "PlayStation: The First 30 Years." Published by the esteemed retro-gaming specialists at Read-Only Memory, this comprehensive volume chr