‘Star Wars’ launch marks Fortnite’s most in-depth creator IP integration yet
Fortnite creators are gearing up to dive into “Star Wars.” Today, March 19, Epic Games released a range of creator tools and assets licensed...
UGCon wants to be the definitive conference for user-generated content creators
A new industry conference is launching this year to build connections between brands and creators in the user-generated content space. UGCon — it’s pronounced “UGC...
LinkedIn Games shows shift from word games to logic puzzles with new game ‘Patches’
As LinkedIn expands its game portfolio, the platform is leaning into logic and away from word games. LinkedIn released its latest game, “Patches,” today, March...
Super League to acquire Misfits Gaming’s ads business for $1.5 million plus equity | exclusive
Super League and Misfits are finalizing a deal intended to tighten up the offerings of both gaming media companies. Today, March 18, Super League...
Platform partnerships: A necessary alliance or necessary evil? | GamesBeat Crossfire recap
Platforms have become a core element of the gaming ecosystem — but not everyone is happy about their growing power. The ever-evolving relationship between...
Razer flexes AI desktop companion and other new products at GDC
At this year’s GDC Festival of Gaming, Razer showed up ready to play with a new suite of AI-powered devices and services. Razer’s presence...
Inside Baseball Hits 26’s community-driven strategy keeping players coming back every day
“Baseball Hits 26” hasn’t officially come out yet — but Ares Interactive’s game already has loyal players coming back day after day. 51 percent of...
‘The train has left the station’: The state of child safety and age verification in 2026 | GamesBeat Crossfire recap
Game developers are buckling down for a wave of trust and safety changes in 2026. Safety and privacy were key topics of discussion at...
To UGC or not to UGC? | GamesBeat Crossfire recap
This year’s GDC Festival of Gaming featured more user-generated content than ever — and debaters at GamesBeat Crossfire were primed and ready to discuss the...
Game industry leaders debate the urgency of AI adoption | GamesBeat Crossfire recap
As AI tools become commonplace in game development, industry observers are split on how enthusiastically game makers should be embracing the new tech. The...