Riot Games reveals 2XKO’s console launch window and 2026 competitive plans
“2XKO” is officially coming to consoles in January 2026. Riot Games’ highly anticipated fighting game is currently in early access and available only to...
Fortnite’s Discover updates are boosting creators’ traffic and revenue
Epic Games has overhauled Fortnite’s discovery tools, and creators are already reaping the rewards in the form of increased traffic. Amid Fortnite’s evolution from a...
Why Epic Games made creators a central part of Fortnite’s Chapter 7 launch
Fortnite is bringing creators deeper into the fold for its Chapter 7 launch. As Fortnite progressed from Chapter 6 to Chapter 7 last week,...
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...