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Amazon ordered to bargain with Teamsters in case that could set back union progress
A judge ruled that Amazon violated federal law by refusing to recognize the Teamsters union. This decision could impact future unionization efforts within the company.
Best Amazon Prime Day 2026 UK deals for PS5, Xbox, and Switch consoles and games
Amazon's Prime Day 2026 sale is offering discounts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles, including refurbished models. Several games for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch are also on sale. Additionally, Prime members can claim numerous free PC games during the event.
Call of Duty is “Bigger Than The Marvel Cinematic Universe”, Claims Xbox CEO
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and CCO Matt Booty discussed the immense success and cultural impact of Xbox's franchises in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. Sharma claimed Call of Duty is larger than the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while Booty detailed upcoming adaptations for Gears of War and the continued investment in Halo.
DualSense Controllers Are Discounted For A Limited Time At Target
Target is offering limited-time discounts on PlayStation 5 DualSense wireless controllers in various color options, with some models marked down significantly from their usual price. Additionally, some Xbox wireless controllers are also available at reduced prices. These sales are part of a broader trend of retailer promotions competing with Amazon's Prime Day event.
This wireless Dreamcast controller is rad, but I'd focus on its six-button sibling over Prime Day if you're…
This article reviews the Retro Fighters StrikerDC and D6 wireless controllers for the Sega Dreamcast, highlighting their compatibility with the VMU and 2.4GHz connection. The D6 is recommended for fighting game fans due to its six-button layout, while the StrikerDC is better suited for 3D titles like Sonic Adventure.
Throne and Liberty previews the Gauntlets weapon coming in this week’s Frozen Divide Nix expansion
Throne and Liberty's upcoming Frozen Divide Nix expansion, launching Thursday, introduces the Gauntlets weapon, a hybrid Tank/DPS class for close-range combat. The expansion also features a new Nix region, gliding mechanics, co-op dungeons, a level cap increase to 60, and an itemization revamp.
The 8K version of the GameSir G7 Pro has taken its first-ever discount, and it's not even in the big summer sale…
Walmart has offered a nearly $20 discount on the GameSir G7 Pro 8K controller, ahead of Amazon's Prime Day sale. This deal applies specifically to the Nioh 3 colorway and offers a higher polling rate and swappable thumbstick tops compared to the regular GameSir G7 Pro, though it lacks Xbox Series X/S compatibility.
Best Amazon Prime Day deals for PC gaming
This article highlights the best discounts on PC gaming hardware during Amazon Prime Day 2026. It focuses on deals for essential peripherals such as mice, keyboards, and monitors.
Gaming laptops are more expensive than ever, and it's not Amazon solving the problem this Prime Day
Gaming laptop prices are higher than ever in 2026 due to component shortages and increased demand, particularly from AI manufacturers. While Amazon offers limited discounts, retailers like Newegg and Best Buy are providing more significant deals on gaming laptops, including models with RTX 5060 and RTX 5070 graphics cards.
Best Buy's Tech Fest is here to take on Prime Day, but these are the 11 offers gamers should actually know about
Best Buy is holding its Tech Fest sales event to compete with Amazon's Prime Day, offering discounts on gaming hardware for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. While game prices have not significantly dropped yet, the sale features deals on laptops, controllers, headsets, monitors, and more, with no membership required.
The best early Prime Day deals for gamers live: all the biggest PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox and PC discounts handpicked
Early Amazon Prime Day deals for gamers are now available, featuring discounts on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PC titles, controllers, and accessories. While the main event starts tonight, competing retailers like Best Buy and Walmart are also offering significant savings. The sale officially runs from June 23 to June 26, requiring a Prime membership for Amazon's exclusive offers.
Despite flopping at the box office, Masters of the Universe could get a sequel for a surprising reason
Despite a poor box office performance, a sequel to the Masters of the Universe movie is being considered by Amazon, potentially for its Prime Video streaming service. While the film has only grossed $102 million, Amazon executives have expressed satisfaction with the project's potential to build awareness and engagement beyond its theatrical run. The post-credits scene also sets up a potential appearance for She-Ra, further fueling sequel possibilities.
Sunday Mobilization
Google has confirmed a timeline for Android verification, which will impact supported app stores. Additionally, Amazon's Kindle platform has introduced new personalization options for its screensaver feature.
MMO Business Roundup: Stop Killing Games’ setback, Sony’s PC games, and Amazon’s cloud service aspirations
Stop Killing Games faced a setback as the EU confirmed it will not change laws to cover game shutdowns but will work on an industry code of conduct. PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino stated that PC releases, especially for live-service games, remain a standard strategy for Sony. Amazon continues to operate and promote its Luna cloud gaming service, aiming to increase its visibility among Prime members.
Prime Day hasn't even begun, and Amazon's dumping loads of gaming-ready Hisense TVs — but you've…
Amazon's Outlet section is offering deals on Hisense gaming-ready TVs ahead of Prime Day, with discounts ending soon and limited stock available. The Hisense TVs feature a 'Game Mode Plus' that reduces input lag and optimizes picture quality for gaming, making them suitable for consoles like the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Nioh 3 for PS5 Has Hit a New Low Price at Amazon Ahead of Prime Day
Amazon has reduced the price of Nioh 3 for PlayStation 5 to $49.99, its lowest price point to date, in anticipation of the upcoming Prime Day sale. This represents a significant discount from its original $69.99 price.
New World’s June update reduces the number of people required for raids and arenas
Amazon's MMORPG New World is receiving a June update that reduces the number of players required for raids and arenas. The update also adds new Steam achievements, triples territory XP and umbral drop rates, and disables the OPR/CTF PvP mode rotation on specific servers. The game is slated to sunset in January 2027.
AI Yi-Yi!
The former head of AI at Take-Two Interactive believes the current hype surrounding generative AI is detrimental and could negatively impact the future adoption of traditional AI technologies. The article also briefly mentions Amazon abandoning a Sam Altman movie project.
Morning Legal Briefs
Three Amazon workers claim they are under investigation for speaking out about the company's data centers. The article, published by WIRED, details their experiences and concerns regarding workplace communication and potential retaliation.
Amazon's Fallout series has scored itself some impressive talent, with Star Wars and The Hobbit actors all joining for season three
Amazon's Fallout TV series has added Manny Jacinto, Emily Mortimer, and Thomasin McKenzie to its cast for the upcoming third season. The actors will have recurring roles, though character details are currently undisclosed. Production for season three is set to begin in Los Angeles this month, with writing already underway.
