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Thousands of gamers fired up Kerbal Space Program after watching Artemis 2 launch toward the moon, eager to build their own lunar missions. The space simulator saw its highest player count in nearly a decade.
A lifelong Lara Croft fan just claimed a world record with 291 Tomb Raider games in her collection. What started as childhood nostalgia turned into a record-breaking passion that helps her cope with a chronic illness.
Juan Brito was playing video games on his day off when an injury changed everything. Twenty-four hours later, the 24-year-old rookie delivered two hits in his Major League debut.
A new free tool lets teachers and creators build educational video games without coding skills, starting with African languages. The Educational Game Format could unlock thousands of culturally relevant learning games worldwide.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie just pulled off the biggest box office debut since Avatar: Fire and Ash, proving video game adaptations have officially gone from Hollywood punchline to box office gold. The Nintendo sequel earned a stunning $372.5 million worldwide in its first five days.
A video game designer turned her teenage struggle with calorie counting into a healing tool for others. "Consume Me" uses gentle gameplay to show how eating disorders quietly affect daily life.
A Nintendo Switch game dedicated to Mexican pan dulce is celebrating the country's beloved bakery culture through puzzle gameplay and stunning illustrations. PancitoMerge lets players run a Mexican panadería, stacking conchas, orejas, and other iconic breads while learning their unique histories.
Clinically designed video games are showing real results for young people struggling with ADHD and depression, offering families a new path when traditional therapy wait times stretch for months. Johns Hopkins researchers found these specially designed games delivered modest but meaningful improvements that both kids and parents could see.
The 1993 computer game Doom has become an unexpected scientific tool, helping researchers train artificial neurons and develop AI models. What started as a gaming meme has evolved into a playful yet powerful way to advance cutting-edge research.
The original Fortnite game mode that started it all is becoming free for everyone next month. Save the World, the co-op survival game that launched before Battle Royale took over the world, opens to all players on April 16.
Over 400 people dressed as Super Mario flooded Union Square on March 10th, setting a new Guinness World Record for largest gathering of people dressed as the iconic video game character. The joyful celebration turned a Monday in Manhattan into a real-life Mushroom Kingdom.
The legendary Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating their centennial season with a brand new video game launching later this year. Fans can finally experience the team's signature showmanship and basketball magic from their own couches.
A free video game created by trans and nonbinary designers puts players in the shoes of parents navigating life with a transgender daughter in Texas. The interactive story builds empathy through everyday moments like beach trips and school meetings.
Two Nigerian founders are transforming how African children learn by converting school curriculum into immersive video games that hold attention better than traditional lessons. Their platform Lena works offline and helps teachers spot learning gaps in real time.
A surprise Pokémon game starring shape-shifting Ditto has become 2026's highest-rated title so far, earning near-universal praise from critics. The cozy life simulator marks a fresh direction for the beloved franchise after years of fan complaints.
A new study of 6,000 teens shows that pre-teens with supportive families and schools are far less likely to develop problematic gaming habits. While some young gamers face mental health risks, the research reveals clear pathways to prevention.
A South African game studio just released Relooted, where players recover looted African artifacts from Western museums. The game celebrates African culture while sparking real conversations about returning stolen heritage.
A South African video game turns the tables on colonialism by letting players pull off heists to reclaim stolen African artifacts from museums and return them home. Every mission teaches real history while delivering satisfying gameplay.
A 57-year-old Japanese swordsmith is welcoming a new generation of katana enthusiasts, thanks to anime and video games sparking fresh interest in the centuries-old tradition. Despite challenges like aging craftsmen and demanding apprenticeships, the ancient art is finding modern relevance. #
After 14 years of development struggles, the indie game Mewgenics launched and earned back its entire budget within three hours. The long-awaited cat-breeding game became Steam's top seller, proving patience and persistence can pay off spectacularly.
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