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Undrafted BMX Rider Wins Gold at Sacramento's First X Games
Sports2h ago

Undrafted BMX Rider Wins Gold at Sacramento's First X Games

Justin Dowell wasn't picked in the X Games draft despite being the reigning champion. He answered his doubters with a near-perfect performance that brought Sacramento's first X Games to life.

Google News - Underdog Wins2 min read
19-Year-Old Kiwi Skier Wins Gold at X Games in Aspen
SportsJan 26

19-Year-Old Kiwi Skier Wins Gold at X Games in Aspen

Fin Melville Ives from Wanaka, New Zealand, dominated the men's ski superpipe at the X Games, landing tricks he'd never completed in competition before. His victory helped New Zealand achieve its most successful X Games campaign ever.

Stuff NZ3 min read
Scotty James Lands Never-Before-Seen Trick, Wins 5th X Games
SportsJan 25

Scotty James Lands Never-Before-Seen Trick, Wins 5th X Games

Australian snowboarder Scotty James made history at X Games Aspen by landing the first-ever back-to-back backside 1440s, securing his fifth consecutive halfpipe title. The groundbreaking performance ties him with legend Shaun White at eight X Games gold medals.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Scotty James Wins 5th Straight X Games Gold in Aspen
SportsJan 25

Scotty James Wins 5th Straight X Games Gold in Aspen

Australian snowboarder Scotty James just made halfpipe history by landing a never-before-seen trick combination to win his fifth consecutive Winter X Games title. The 31-year-old's gravity-defying performance ties him with legend Shaun White at eight total X Games gold medals.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
X Games Bets on AI Judges to Make Competitions Fairer
InnovationJan 24

X Games Bets on AI Judges to Make Competitions Fairer

The X Games is testing artificial intelligence to judge extreme sports competitions, aiming to eliminate human error and create more consistent scoring. This could transform how action sports crown their champions.

Fast Company - Innovation2 min read
Kirsty Muir Wins X Games Gold After Injury Comeback
SportsJan 26

Kirsty Muir Wins X Games Gold After Injury Comeback

Scottish freestyle skier Kirsty Muir claimed her first X Games gold in slopestyle just weeks before the Winter Olympics, marking a triumphant return after missing a year due to knee and shoulder surgeries. The 21-year-old dominated the competition in Aspen with a near-perfect first run.

BBC Sport2 min read
Scotty James Wins Record 8th X-Games Gold Before Olympics
SportsJan 25

Scotty James Wins Record 8th X-Games Gold Before Olympics

Australian snowboarder Scotty James just matched a legendary record with his eighth X-Games gold medal, landing tricks never before seen in competition. Heading into next month's Winter Olympics, the 31-year-old is proving why he might finally claim that elusive Olympic gold.

ABC Australia2 min read
Teen Skier Indra Brown Wins X-Games Silver on First Try
SportsJan 24

Teen Skier Indra Brown Wins X-Games Silver on First Try

At just 15 years old, Australian skier Indra Brown claimed silver in her X-Games debut, landing her among the world's elite freestylers ahead of next month's Winter Olympics. The Melbourne teen's fearless performance in Aspen has experts wondering if an Olympic medal could be next.

ABC Australia2 min read
Kirsty Muir Wins X Games Gold After Surgery Comeback
SportsJan 26

Kirsty Muir Wins X Games Gold After Surgery Comeback

Scottish freeskier Kirsty Muir claimed X Games slopestyle gold in Aspen just weeks before the Winter Olympics, capping a remarkable comeback from knee and shoulder surgery. The 21-year-old dominated with a near-perfect first run, then added silver in big air.

BBC Sport2 min read
Kirsty Muir Wins X Games Gold Ahead of 2026 Olympics
SportsJan 25

Kirsty Muir Wins X Games Gold Ahead of 2026 Olympics

British freestyle skier Kirsty Muir captured her first X Games gold in slopestyle, dominating the competition just weeks before the Winter Olympics. The 21-year-old's triumph comes less than two years after major knee and shoulder surgeries threatened to derail her career.

BBC Sport2 min read
X Games Star Attempts 100-Foot Motorbike Jump in Mesa
SportsJan 26

X Games Star Attempts 100-Foot Motorbike Jump in Mesa

Eight-time X Games gold medalist Colby Raha will attempt to break the world record for the highest motorbike quarter pipe jump this weekend, launching 100 vertical feet over a surf pool in Mesa. The daredevil stunt caps a festival showcasing extreme sports achievements that push human limits.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Scotty James Ties Shaun White Record With 8th X Games Gold
SportsJan 26

Scotty James Ties Shaun White Record With 8th X Games Gold

Australian snowboarder Scotty James made history at the X Games with a never-before-seen trick combination, tying legend Shaun White's record of eight gold medals. The 31-year-old landed back-to-back backside 1440s just weeks before the Milan Cortina Olympics, where he's chasing the one medal that's eluded him: gold.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Wholesome Direct Returns June 6 With 50+ Cozy Games
VideosMay 5

Wholesome Direct Returns June 6 With 50+ Cozy Games

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.

Engadget2 min read
4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame
SportsMay 7

4 Classic Games Join Video Game Hall of Fame

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.

Engadget2 min read
ASU's GAME School Trains Next Gen of Gaming Innovators
InnovationFeb 11

ASU's GAME School Trains Next Gen of Gaming Innovators

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.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
X Games Champion to Attempt 300-Foot Motocross Jump
SportsJan 24

X Games Champion to Attempt 300-Foot Motocross Jump

Seven-time X Games gold medalist Colby Raha is preparing to make history with a 92-meter jump over a surf park in Mesa, Arizona. The record-breaking attempt combines athletic courage with precision engineering.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Google Play Lets You Try Games Free Before Buying
SolutionsMar 12

Google Play Lets You Try Games Free Before Buying

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.

Engadget2 min read
Linux Gaming Developers Unite to Improve Player Experience
InnovationJan 29

Linux Gaming Developers Unite to Improve Player Experience

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.

The Verge2 min read
Indie Games Put Sustainability and Joy Front and Center
VideosJun 13

Indie Games Put Sustainability and Joy Front and Center

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.

Engadget2 min read
California Passes Bill to Protect Access to Video Games
SolutionsJun 2

California Passes Bill to Protect Access to Video Games

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.

Engadget2 min read

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