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Newzoo: More than half of PC revenue comes from games outside the Top 20
Newzoo data indicates that games outside the Top 20 are increasingly significant in the PC market, capturing 56% of revenue and 45% of playtime by 2025. While console spending remains concentrated on top titles, lower-ranked games are also seeing growth on platforms like PlayStation. Genres like action RPGs and survival games are performing well, with titles such as Elden Ring and Cyberpunk 2077 contributing to this trend.
Red Dead Redemption 2 interactive map via Shackmaps
An interactive map for Red Dead Redemption 2 has been created to help players locate items such as cigarette cards, hunting spots, quests, and challenges. This resource aims to assist players in their exploration and completion of in-game objectives.
Polish Coal Mining Region Studio Creates Alaska Gold Rush Game with Scrooge McDuck Inspiration
Polish indie studio Baked Games is developing Alaska Gold Fever, an open-world gold prospecting simulation game inspired by sources like Scrooge McDuck, Spaghetti Westerns, and titles such as Red Dead Redemption 2. Operating from Upper Silesia, a historically significant mining region in Poland, the developers aim to bring an authentic feel to the mining mechanics. The studio, previously known for Prison Simulator, is leveraging community feedback and years of development to create what they hope will be a standout title in the crowded indie market.
GTA Online is still making Rockstar Games around $1.3 million per day on average
Grand Theft Auto Online continues to generate significant revenue for Rockstar Games, averaging approximately $1.3 million per day. This income stream allows the company to focus on developing Grand Theft Auto 6 without immediate financial pressure. The data also highlights that PlayStation 5 players contribute the majority of microtransaction revenue, significantly outpacing PC players.
GTA 6 PC release remains unconfirmed, but Rockstar leak reveals that could be because GTA Online gets 97% of its cash…
A recent leak from Rockstar Games suggests that Grand Theft Auto 6's PC release may be delayed because Grand Theft Auto Online generates significantly more revenue on consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X than on PC. The leak, which followed a data breach, details alleged weekly earnings, with PC contributing only $264k compared to the PlayStation 5's $4.5 million. Grand Theft Auto 6 is slated for release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 19.
Rockstar hackers release their stolen data, reveal that Rockstar was right to not pay them anything for it
Hackers known as ShinyHunters have released data stolen from Rockstar Games, which includes sales and financial information primarily related to Grand Theft Auto Online. The leaked data indicates that PlayStation 5 is the dominant platform for the game, with PC lagging significantly behind. The hackers' ransom deadline passed without payment, and the released data does not contain significant new information about Grand Theft Auto 6.
GTA Online Is Bringing In Around Half A Billion Dollars Per Year
Leaked data suggests Grand Theft Auto Online generates approximately $498.8 million annually, significantly outperforming Red Dead Online's $26.4 million yearly revenue. The PlayStation 5 leads in player engagement and spending, followed by PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC. The data emerged following a security incident where Rockstar Games experienced a data breach.
Hackers behind GTA 6 maker Rockstar Games' latest breach say they're releasing the stolen data
A hacking group known as ShinyHunters claims to have breached Rockstar Games' cloud servers and stolen sensitive data related to Grand Theft Auto 6 and Red Dead Redemption 2. The group is threatening to release the stolen information if an unspecified ransom is not paid.
GTA and Red Dead in the crosshairs: hacker drama unfold... | TAG
Rockstar Games is reportedly facing a data breach with hackers claiming to hold sensitive Grand Theft Auto 6 information for ransom. Separately, the tribal survival game Soulmask has left early access with a free Egypt-themed DLC, and Magic: The Gathering is reintroducing a canceled Monster Hunter card. In other news, Karl Urban expressed interest in playing John Marston in a Red Dead Redemption film, Pete Hines departed Bethesda citing dissatisfaction post-Xbox acquisition, and the AI in the 25-year-old game Black & White is being recognized as a precursor to modern AI.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Enter and Exit the Gungeon, Untitled Goose Game, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Enter the Gungeon, Exit the Gungeon, and Untitled Goose Game. The sale includes a wide variety of titles, with discounts on many popular and indie games.
GTA 6 developer Rockstar Games says new data breach "has no impact"
Rockstar Games has stated that a recent data breach involving the hacker group ShinyHunters, which accessed non-material company information through third-party tool Anodot, will have no impact on the organization or its players. The developer confirmed the incident but downplayed its severity, differentiating it from the significant 2022 Grand Theft Auto 6 leak.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 12, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia leads, Pragmata approaches
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 12, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia leading sales. Pragmata is also making a strong showing with pre-loads beginning. The charts detail top-selling games and download-only titles on the platform.
GTA 6 maker Rockstar confirms another hack, says "this incident has no impact on our organization or our…
Rockstar Games has confirmed a second data breach, stating that the incident has no impact on the organization or its players. A hacker group claims to have obtained a large collection of data from the company's cloud servers and is demanding a ransom.
Every game rumored for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
This article compiles rumors and speculation about games potentially coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. While only a few titles have confirmed release dates, numerous unannounced games, including remakes and new installments in existing franchises, are rumored to be in development or planned for porting. Sources like NateTheHate are cited for many of these claims, though the article stresses that these are unconfirmed.
Former Bethesda exec thinks the studio should get more respect for the complex, open worlds it creates: 'Go try…
Former Bethesda executive Pete Hines believes the studio deserves more recognition for its complex, large-scale open worlds, citing the freedom players have to pursue multiple quests simultaneously. He contrasts this with other games, suggesting Bethesda's approach offers a unique level of player agency despite occasional jankiness.
"Go try that s*** in Red Dead Redemption 2": Nobody makes games like Bethesda, says studio veteran Pete Hines, so "put some respect" on Todd Howard and the Creation Engine team
Former Bethesda veteran Pete Hines argues that the studio's flexible sandbox design and proprietary Creation Engine offer a level of freedom unmatched by other developers. He contrasts Bethesda's approach with games like Red Dead Redemption 2, highlighting how Bethesda embraces complexity and potential jank to deliver unique player experiences. Hines emphasizes the Creation Engine and Creation Kit as crucial tools that enable this freedom and foster a strong modding community.
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Actor Karl Urban expressed his interest in starring in a potential Red Dead Redemption movie, should Rockstar Games decide to produce one. He did not specify which character he would like to portray.
The Lord of the Rings and The Boys Star Karl Urban Throws His Hat in the Ring for Potential Red Dead Redemption Movie — and He Knows Exactly Who He Wants to Play
Actor Karl Urban has expressed interest in starring in a potential Red Dead Redemption movie, following similar sentiments from Jack Black. While Black doubts Rockstar Games would greenlight such a project, Urban is actively putting himself forward for a role.
Former Rockstar audio designer says the studio 'probably rebuilt the entirety of the RAGE engine' for GTA 6 — 'I'll be amazed if they didn't because the architecture of technology has advanced significantly since GTA 5'
Former Rockstar audio designer Rob Carr believes Rockstar Games has likely rebuilt its RAGE engine for Grand Theft Auto 6, citing significant technological advancements since Grand Theft Auto 5. He also anticipates that Grand Theft Auto 6 will incorporate mechanics from Red Dead Redemption 2. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
GTA 6 PC Release Could Be Sooner Than Expected, Claims Tweet
A rumor originating from a social media post suggests that Grand Theft Auto 6 may launch on PC in February 2027, potentially earlier than anticipated based on Rockstar Games' historical release patterns. While the claim is unverified and should be treated with caution, it has sparked discussion among fans. The game is officially announced for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, with no confirmed PC release date.
