Netflix looks to bring non-subscribers into the fold with its new puzzle game app
With the release of its new, dedicated puzzle gaming app, Netflix is signaling that its gaming offerings are intended for new audience members — not...
Why brands are becoming key players in game monetization | GamesBeat Next
As game developers rewrite the monetization playbook, they are increasingly making brands key players in their evolving strategies. At last month’s GamesBeat Next conference...
Why AI is both a ‘force multiplier’ and a cultural divider in gaming | GamesBeat Next
Artificial intelligence is transforming the gaming industry — but how exactly those changes will manifest in the coming years remains shrouded in mystery and speculation....
Behind gaming’s explosive rise in the Arab world | GamesBeat Next
Going into 2026, all eyes are on the Arab world as a major source of global gaming industry growth. At this month’s GamesBeat Next...
How Jonathan Knight is applying his traditional game development experience at the New York Times | GamesBeat Next
The New York Times is becoming a gaming company — and leveraging traditional gaming talent to help shepherd its evolution. Since 2021, New York Times...
Just Dance 2026’s Camera Controller mode is keeping players honest
For players looking for a challenge, the new Camera Controller mode in “Just Dance 2026 Edition” offers an opportunity to crank up the difficulty....
Ubisoft’s ‘Teammates’ demo showcases the future of AI NPCs — with some growing pains
Ubisoft’s new AI demo, “Teammates,” represents the bleeding edge of artificial intelligence in gaming — including the ongoing challenges still present in the space. As...
How Date Everything enticed its stacked voice cast using a royalty program
Sassy Chap Games is rewriting the playbook for video game voice acting. The Los-Angeles-based studio Sassy Chap launched its first game, the dating sim...
GamesBeat Next | How Jam City and Wikimedia are using games to drive civic engagement
Jam City and WikiGameJam are looking to leverage the considerable social impact of gaming for the greater good. Media isn’t just a moneymaker. It...
Medal appoints Ken Colton as CEO following General Intuition spin-off
Medal’s new CEO is all-in on gaming. Founded in 2018, Medal’s primary focus is clipping. While playing on their computers, gamers can run Medal’s...