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Trump administration reportedly debating whether to force Riot Games owners Tencent to divest stakes in US game companies
The Trump administration is reportedly considering forcing Tencent, the Chinese owner of Riot Games and other major stakes in US game companies, to divest these investments. Concerns over national security and potential intelligence gathering are cited as reasons for the debate, which comes ahead of a meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Every Game Delayed Right Now (2026 Edition)
Numerous video games scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026 have been delayed, with developers citing reasons such as the need for additional polish, relocation due to conflict, or engine changes. Notable titles affected include Grand Theft Auto VI, Ark 2, Fable, and Path of Exile 2, with new release windows now extending into late 2026 or beyond for many.
Report: US government may compel Tencent to divest gaming investments
The US government, under the Trump administration, is reportedly considering forcing Tencent to divest its gaming investments due to national security and data privacy concerns. Investigations initiated under the Biden administration have raised questions about Tencent's access to data from millions of American players through its stakes in companies like Epic Games and Riot Games.
Marathon Fontslop & New Pokemon Type | TAG
This article covers several gaming news items, including Bungie's decision to keep the "fontslop" UI in Marathon, potential new monster types and mechanics in Pokémon Winds and Waves, preorder bonuses for Pokémon Pokopia, a progress-losing glitch in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, a new expansion for Cities Skylines 1, Nvidia's RTX 5070 topping the Steam Hardware Survey, feedback from Marathon's Server Slam, Capcom removing Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a potential tease for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster from Iron Galaxy Studios.
Cities Skylines 1 is getting its first new expansion in two years as resurrection efforts seemingly continue amid sequel's struggles
Paradox Interactive has announced the first new expansion for Cities Skylines 1 in two years, titled Race Day, which will be released on March 10th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. This comes as the original developer Colossal Order is no longer attached to the series and amid Cities Skylines 2's ongoing development challenges with new studio Iceflake Studios taking over.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Storslam för Arc Raiders på Swedish Game Awards
Arc Raiders was the big winner at the Swedish Game Awards, taking home Game of the Year and three other major awards including Best Audio, Best Game Design, and Best Technology. Europa Universalis V won the public vote for Players' Game of the Year, while Battlefield 6 and other popular titles left empty-handed.
The original Cities: Skylines is getting a new Race Day expansion next week, as Paradox parade the fact the series is turning 11
Paradox Interactive is celebrating the 11th anniversary of Cities: Skylines by releasing a new 'Race Day' expansion for the original game on March 10th. Developed by Tantalus Media, the DLC adds features for creating parades, motor races, cycle races, and marathons. Additionally, Cities: Skylines 2 will receive new creator packs and patches, including the 'Office Evolution' and 'City Stations' packs.
11 years of Cities Skylines – it might not all have been plain sailing, but March sees a host of new content for both games
Paradox Interactive is celebrating the 11th anniversary of Cities: Skylines with a month of new content and updates for both the original game and Cities: Skylines II. The original game receives a free-to-play weekend and the 'Race Day' expansion on March 10, adding motor racing, running, and cycling events. Cities: Skylines II will also receive new creator packs and radio stations in March.
Cara Ellison, senior narrative designer on Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 before Paradox switched developers, discusses her love of Troika's original RPG: 'Everyone on the team helped really make that maximum goth'
Narrative designer Cara Ellison discusses her favorite games and the importance of atmosphere and writing in game development. She highlights Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines as a personal favorite and discusses her current work on Sleight of Hand. Ellison also touches on the challenges of narrative tools in game engines like Unreal Engine.
Still Wakes The Deep dev The Chinese Room signs with Lyrical Publishing for new title
BAFTA-winning studio The Chinese Room has partnered with new publisher Lyrical Games for its first new intellectual property since separating from Sumo Group. Lyrical Games will provide full financing and strategic support while ensuring the studio retains IP ownership. This collaboration marks a significant step for The Chinese Room, known for titles like Still Wakes the Deep and Everybody's Gone to the Rapture.
Jobs Roundup: February 2026 | UK games publisher PQube appoints Dominic Wheatley as chairman
Several key appointments and leadership transitions have occurred across the games industry. Dominic Wheatley has been named chairman of PQube, Ricardo Briceno is the new CEO of Gamefam, and Craig Cincotta has returned to Xbox. Additionally, Christie Golden joins IO Interactive as principal writer, and Joshua Mills takes over as creative director for Rainbow Six Siege at Ubisoft Montréal.
Fall Into Gaming With 20+ Titles Joining GeForce NOW in November
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding over 20 games in November, including the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage. The service is also expanding its RTX 5080-class hardware to new regions like Phoenix and Amsterdam.
The best strategy games on PC 2026: clever tactical planning
This article provides a comprehensive list of the best strategy games available on PC, covering various sub-genres like grand strategy, turn-based, and real-time strategy. It highlights titles such as StarCraft 2, Manor Lords, Solium Infernum, Against the Storm, and Total War: Warhammer 3, among others, detailing their unique mechanics and appeal to different player preferences.
Upcoming Horror Games of 2020 and 2021
This article provides a comprehensive list of upcoming horror games scheduled for release in 2020 and beyond. It details various titles across different platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch, highlighting their genres, developers, publishers, and unique features.
