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Two college professors figured out how to calculate pi using Minecraft slimes and zoglins, proving math can be as fun as gaming. Their creative approach could inspire a new generation to fall in love with mathematics.
Millions of adults are swapping stressful video games for relaxing virtual gardening and decorating. These "cozy games" are now an $855 million industry helping people cope with burnout.
Mixtape, a new indie game, turns everyday teenage moments into a heartfelt story about friendship and growing up. It proves the mundane can be just as meaningful as the dramatic.
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.
The underwater survival game Subnautica 2 shattered gaming records by selling two million copies within its first half-day of launch. The sequel drew nearly half a million players simultaneously, proving that innovation and patience can create breakout success.
A Mexican team just won the world championship in "phygital" sports, where players compete both on the soccer court and in video games. The Quetzales are proving that gamers and athletes can unite to create something entirely new.
The beloved Persona video game series celebrates its 30th anniversary with a special jazz album you can stream today and pre-order on vinyl through June 1. Eight iconic tracks from the franchise get a big-band makeover that brings nostalgic magic to life.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag is getting a July relaunch with accessibility upgrades that make the beloved pirate adventure playable for everyone. The remake shows how far gaming has come in welcoming all players.
A cozy cooking game is helping players reconnect with their heritage through South Indian recipes and a mother's immigrant story. Venba blends puzzle mechanics with heartfelt storytelling that's making players call their moms.
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.
When Blizzard shut its French studio, former employees launched Emeteria to create independent games with purpose. Their debut title Fading Echo tackles real-world themes while proving small studios can thrive.
That childhood gaming habit might actually be preparing kids for professional success. A new national survey reveals over half of working adults say their early video game experience built crucial career skills.
Sydney-born Gregory Louden went from visual effects artist to creative director of PlayStation's newest blockbuster game, proving persistence pays off. His journey from working on Hollywood films to leading a Finnish studio shows how passion and patience can unlock dream careers.
A new survey from Hong Kong reveals that parents who play video games with their kids enjoy significantly stronger relationships. The findings challenge traditional approaches to screen time supervision.
Housemarque, the team behind hit game Returnal, just launched Saros, a visually breathtaking shooter that's earning rave reviews for its spectacular action and artistic design. The PS5 exclusive combines stunning golden visuals with fast-paced gameplay that critics are calling "mesmerizing" and "transcendent."
NASA's Artemis program is building humanity's first permanent lunar base by 2028, and video games are helping us imagine what living on the moon could really look like. After Artemis II successfully circled the moon, the space agency announced a $20 billion roadmap to establish sustained human presence on our closest cosmic neighbor.
Magnus Kalins just wants to talk about golf, fish tacos, and video games. But the Ventura teen who survived a rare cancer at age 2 is now inspiring others to fund breakthroughs for kids facing the same fight.
Police rushed to check on a 91-year-old woman who missed her wellness check call. They found her perfectly safe, just deeply focused on beating her video game high score.
Baseball's most important video game is celebrating Jackie Robinson Day with its biggest tribute ever, featuring Negro Leagues legends and educational storylines. Players can unlock dozens of historic baseball heroes while learning about the athletes who changed America's pastime.
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.
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