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In Western Australia's remote north, gaming clubs are creating new pathways to friendship for people who don't connect through sports. From Minecraft sessions for children with autism to board game nights drawing 50 participants, these communities are proving connection doesn't require a playing field.
A wave of new indie games is proving that gaming can be both fun and thoughtful, with titles focusing on renewable energy, creativity, and community. From solar-powered farming to streetball nostalgia, these games show how small studios are making big statements about what matters.
The beloved Wholesome Direct gaming showcase is back for its seventh year, bringing more than 50 adorable games to screens worldwide on June 6. Proceeds from merch sales will support the Transgender Law Center, continuing the event's tradition of raising money for good causes.
Spry Fox bought itself back from Netflix to make its upcoming game Spirit Crossing accessible to everyone, not just streaming subscribers. The indie studio chose community over corporate security so friends can play together regardless of membership status.
The World Video Game Hall of Fame welcomed four gaming legends that shaped how millions play today. Angry Birds, Silent Hill, Dragon Quest, and FIFA International Soccer earned their place in history.
Medical residents turned a TV obsession into a real-life Survivor experience that's uniting Richmond's reality TV fans through intense 48-hour competitions. Two seasons in, the grassroots game has created watch parties, crew volunteers, and even attracted the show's first-ever winner.
Arizona State University launched a groundbreaking interdisciplinary school that's preparing students for careers in the gaming industry, which now outpaces film and music combined. The GAME School combines arts, engineering, and storytelling to train the next generation of game creators through hands-on projects and industry partnerships.
Major League Baseball and the Philadelphia Phillies are pouring over $5 million into projects that will transform veteran services, youth baseball fields, and literacy programs ahead of the 2026 All-Star Game. The investment continues a 29-year tradition that has channeled nearly $125 million into host cities.
Google Play just launched Game Trials, letting mobile gamers test paid games before spending money. The feature gives players up to 60 minutes of free gameplay to decide if a game is worth buying.
A growing movement of collectors is breathing new life into outdated tech like iPods, retro gaming systems, and dumb phones. Their passion is creating community events and helping people reconnect with more intentional technology use.
Eight major Linux gaming projects are joining forces to make gaming smoother for everyone. The Open Gaming Collective will share fixes and improvements instead of working separately.
California just took a major step toward protecting gamers from losing access to the games they've purchased. The state assembly passed groundbreaking legislation that could force gaming companies to keep digital games playable, even after official support ends.
When Crimson Desert players spotted AI-generated art in their new game, developer Pearl Abyss listened and promised to replace every piece. It's a win for transparency and player feedback.
A California bill protecting gamers' access to online games just cleared a major legislative hurdle. If passed, publishers would need to refund players or keep games playable even after shutting down servers.
After two rounds of layoffs, all 13 workers at Heart Machine united to form a union that their employer voluntarily recognized. The indie studio behind Hyper Light Drifter joins a growing wave of game developers protecting their careers in an industry facing massive job cuts.
A new professional hockey team in Japan just proved that persistence pays off. After losing their first 19 games, Stars Kobe finally celebrated their first victory with hundreds of devoted fans.
The beloved indie game Vampire Survivors gets a fresh twist with a new spinoff that trades real-time action for strategic card battles. Vampire Crawlers proves that great game design can successfully jump genres while keeping players hooked.
Thousands of fans are collaborating to create a virtual continent the size of Malta inside a 2002 video game, proving passion projects can thrive for decades. Their secret? Small wins and shared joy.
A First Nations community in Western Australia is asking the country's four biggest banks to pool resources for something that's never been done before: a community-led banking hub serving 2,000 remote residents. The modest proposal could become a blueprint for Indigenous communities across Australia struggling with banking access. #
The indie game company behind the hit Vampire Survivors is growing fast, with two new studios and over 15 games in development. With 27 million players already hooked, Poncle is proving one great idea can spark a creative empire.
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