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Australia targets Steam, Roblox and others in new legal push against extremists and predators
Australia's eSafety agency has issued legal notices to Valve (Steam), Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite, demanding explanations on their measures against sexual predators and extremists. The platforms are legally required to detail their strategies for combating child grooming and the spread of violent propaganda. Failure to comply could result in substantial fines under Australia's Online Safety Act.
Move aside Mario Kart, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is better, and it's cheaper than ever at Fanatical
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is highlighted as a superior kart racer to Mario Kart, available on multiple platforms at a discounted price of $38.14/£35.41 on Fanatical. The game features a realm-hopping mechanic, 23 characters including collaborations with Minecraft and Persona 5, and offers a vibrant racing experience with customization options.
Australia wants to know how Valve is combating 'extreme-right communities' on Steam
Australia's eSafety Commissioner has issued a transparency notice to Valve, demanding an explanation of how Steam combats 'extreme-right communities' and related harms. Valve risks significant daily fines if it fails to respond. Similar notices have been served to Roblox, Microsoft for Minecraft, and Epic Games for Fortnite, citing reports of grooming, terrorism, and violent extremism on these platforms.
GTA 6 Trailer: Animal Spotters Go Wild Over Every Frame... | TAG
This article rounds up several gaming news items, including detailed fan analysis of the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer's wildlife, a surprise sale on Nintendo Switch games at Costco, and Microsoft's ongoing decisions regarding Xbox Game Pass content. It also covers updates for Arc Raiders, a BAFTA controversy involving the indie game The Quiet Things, a new Minecraft mod for building vehicles, a Nintendo pop-up store in London, and various announcements from Hollywood's E3 week, alongside a Pokémon event guide and award winners from the BAFTA Games Awards.
Ubisoft Cancels Animal Crossing-Inspired Game - Report
Ubisoft has reportedly canceled its upcoming Animal Crossing-inspired game, Alterra, which was in development at Ubisoft Montreal for three years. Staff working on the voxel-art title, which featured building mechanics similar to Minecraft, have been reassigned to other projects. This cancellation is part of Ubisoft's broader cost-cutting measures, though the company also confirmed new IPs and installments in the Assassin's Creed and Far Cry franchises are planned.
"DDoS is not a game. It's a crime!" Europol targets the youth in latest bid to take down DDoS-for-hire…
Europol, in collaboration with 21 countries, has conducted Operation PowerOFF, targeting DDoS-for-hire services. The operation resulted in the takedown of 53 domains, issuance of 25 search warrants, and four arrests, with over 75,000 users of these services receiving warning emails. The initiative also includes preventative measures aimed at young people, emphasizing that DDoS attacks are a crime, not a game.
The Daily Grind: Have you pulled back your MMO spending in 2026?
This article discusses how economic factors, particularly income inequality, are influencing spending habits within the massively multiplayer online roleplaying game (MMORPG) genre. It suggests that the industry is increasingly relying on affluent consumers, with lower-income players potentially being overlooked. The piece prompts readers to consider how their own spending on MMOs is affected by the economy.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pragmata come out swinging
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending April 18, 2026, sees new releases Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pragmata debut at #1 and #2 respectively. Nintendo Switch accounted for a significant portion of sales for both titles, with Pragmata seeing 13 percent of its sales from the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
How AI Is Transforming Gaming Content Creation in 2026
AI tools are now widely adopted by 86% of gaming content creators, primarily for behind-the-scenes tasks like editing, audio cleanup, and SEO, saving significant time. However, consumer trust in AI-generated content has plummeted, creating a tension where AI is useful for creators but potentially harmful to audience engagement if it replaces the human element. The most successful creators are leveraging AI to enhance efficiency while maintaining authenticity and their unique personality in front of the camera.
This hugely impressive Minecraft mod lets you build all manner of functioning vehicles, including planes, combine…
The Create Aeronautics mod for Minecraft allows players to build and pilot fully functional vehicles, including planes and combine harvesters. This addon for the existing Create mod introduces new block types, redstone components, and physics tools to enable complex contraption building.
Minecraft Builders Create Stunning San Almendro City in Team Effort
A dedicated build team has created a stunning city named San Almendro within Minecraft, showcasing the power of collaborative building. This project highlights how combining different player skills and visions leads to detailed and realistic creations, reinforcing Minecraft's role as a platform for creative expression and social connection.
Why Gamers Secretly Crave Horror in Their Cozy Games
This article explores the appeal of horror elements being introduced into non-horror games, citing examples like Minecraft cave sounds and Subnautica's deep-sea encounters. Developers leverage psychological contrast and trust to create memorable, surprising moments that resonate with players, blurring genre lines and potentially leading to a 'cozy horror' subgenre.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream launches on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 18, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot after its official launch. Several other popular titles like Super Mario Galaxy, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and various Pokémon games also feature prominently in the rankings.
Among us hits over 1 billion downloads on the Google Play Store: 'I'm gonna barf in a vent, this is so…
Among Us has surpassed one billion downloads on the Google Play Store, a milestone announced by developer Innersloth. The social deduction game, which saw a massive surge in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, continues to maintain a significant reach years after its initial release. This download count exceeds that of many other popular titles, including Minecraft, Stardew Valley, and Terraria.
Famitsu software sales (4/6/26 – 4/12/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese software sales data for the week of April 6th to April 12th, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia leads the charts on the Nintendo Switch 2, followed by Mario Kart World. Starfield makes its debut on the PlayStation 5 in the top 30.
Street Fighter movie trailer highlights the problem with being too authentic
The new Street Fighter movie trailer highlights a trend in video game adaptations where authenticity to the source material is prioritized, potentially at the expense of cinematic quality. While the trailer showcases faithful character designs and iconic moves like Ryu's fireball, it raises concerns about style over substance and whether it will appeal to general audiences beyond dedicated fans. Despite potential critical reception, the success of other highly authentic adaptations like The Super Mario Bros. Movie suggests this approach may still prove profitable.
Live service games are in decline as gamers crave more traditional gaming
A report indicates a decline in the revenue generated by top-grossing live service games, particularly on PC, with player engagement shifting towards role-playing and adventure games. Despite the overall trend, titles like Roblox and Fortnite continue to dominate player time, though even Fortnite has seen a significant drop in engagement. This suggests a growing player preference for premium and back-catalog titles over free-to-play ecosystems.
Japan: Nintendo Switch 2 reigns supreme and Pokemon Pokopia remains No.1
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in Japan for the week of April 6-12, 2026, selling over 52,000 units. Pokemon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 remained the top-selling software. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S also saw sales figures reported.
Japanese Charts: Combined PS5 Sales Can't Even Beat Switch Lite
Recent Japanese sales charts show the Nintendo Switch family of consoles outselling the PlayStation 5 significantly. Despite combined sales of all PlayStation 5 models not surpassing the Nintendo Switch Lite alone, the Switch 2 continues to be the most popular console. This trend suggests that recent PlayStation 5 price increases may be impacting sales.
Famitsu Sales: 4/6/26 – 4/12/26
Famitsu has released its physical game sales data for Japan for the week of April 6-12, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia for Nintendo Switch 2 remained the top seller, while Starfield for PlayStation 5 was the highest-selling new release. Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales, followed by the Nintendo Switch family.
