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2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announced
The winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.
Dev behind the hottest friendslop game of 2025 has no problem with the divisive term and says it "all the time" — "What's so bad about hanging out with your friends and playing games"
Peak co-creator Nick Kaman embraces the term "friendslop" for his game, stating he uses it frequently and sees no issue with it. He questions the negative connotations of the term, suggesting it simply describes the act of playing games with friends.
Full List Of 2026 BAFTA Game Awards Nominees
The nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards have been announced, recognizing 42 games across various categories. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads with 12 nominations, followed by Dispatch with nine and Ghost of Yōtei with eight. The awards ceremony will be streamed on the BAFTA YouTube channel on April 17th, 2026.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Nominees Revealed with Clair Obscur Leading the Pack
BAFTA has revealed the nominees for the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with numerous nominations across various categories including Artistic Achievement, Debut Game, and Best Game. Other nominated titles include Dispatch, Ghost of Yotei, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The winners will be announced on April 17th.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
The Inexplicable Features Of Peak, Explained
Aggro Crab studio head Nick Kaman discussed the development of their hit game Peak at the Game Developers Conference, explaining the reasoning behind its unique features and rapid development cycle. Kaman highlighted inspirations like Fortnite concerts and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, while also emphasizing the importance of scoping projects effectively.
Xbox lead says the "return to fun" we've seen from games like Peak makes him "hopeful" for the industry, and he "loves seeing the success" of them
Xbox's general manager of portfolio and programs, Chris Charla, expressed optimism about a "return to fun" in the gaming industry, citing the success of games like Peak. He highlighted the importance of diverse player motivations and the joy found in silly, collaborative gameplay experiences.
Peak devs originally borrowed from Zelda Breath of the Wild's climbing, but "everything changed" 1 week into development: "At this point, the game kind of made itself"
The chaotic multiplayer climbing game Peak initially drew inspiration from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's climbing mechanics. However, development shifted dramatically one week in, with the core gameplay loop of managing a stamina bar for climbing becoming the central focus, leading the game to 'make itself'.
Peak co-developer Aggro Crab shares lessons in friendslop
Nick Kaman, studio head of Aggro Crab, shared insights on creating cooperative games, or 'friendslop,' using their title Peak as an example. Key design elements include mandatory social interaction for progression, first-person cameras to enhance role-playing, and unique approaches to map generation and player death that encourage continued communication.
Frost Fatales 2026 Returning March 8-14
Games Done Quick's Frost Fatales 2026, a speedrunning event benefiting the National Women's Law Center, will take place from March 8 to March 14. The event will feature speedruns of various games and will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube, with an art bundle available for purchase to support the cause.
How to watch Frost Fatales 2026, kicking off on March 8
Frost Fatales 2026, a week-long speedrunning charity event organized by Games Done Quick, will take place from March 8 to March 14. The event will raise money for the National Women's Law Center and will be streamed on Twitch and YouTube. The schedule features a variety of games, including classics and newer titles, with a focus on community and entertainment.
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.
Mobile revenue remained flat across 2025, but PC gaming "sees another record year" | Sensor Tower State of Gaming 2026
Sensor Tower's State of Gaming 2026 report indicates flat revenue for mobile games in 2025, while PC and console gaming experienced double-digit growth, with PC achieving a record year driven by Steam sales. Shooters saw strong performance, with Battlefield 6 topping PC/console sales, and strategy games led mobile revenue growth. The report highlights a shift towards player retention and monetization in the mature mobile market.
9 Best Games to Play With Friends Right Now: From Chaos to Cozy
This article lists nine games ideal for playing with friends, ranging from cooperative adventures like Split Fiction and PEAK to competitive experiences such as The Duskbloods and Battlefield 6. It highlights games that foster camaraderie, offer low barriers to entry, and utilize unique mechanics like voice commands in YAPYAP or shared world elements in Split Fiction.
Make Spirits Bright With Holiday Hits on GeForce NOW
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is adding 13 new games, including titles like Borderlands 4, Battlefield 6, and Hogwarts Legacy, making them accessible across various devices. The service highlights its ability to stream graphically demanding games with high frame rates and faster load times, especially for Ultimate members utilizing NVIDIA Blackwell RTX power.
