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Elden Ring Movie Might Be Extremely Long, And It Could Have Twitch Integration Eventually
New details have emerged regarding the A24 Elden Ring movie, with Amazon MGM reportedly acquiring international Pay-1 streaming rights for tens of millions of dollars. The film, which finished production and is in post-production with Industrial Light & Magic, is expected to have a runtime of around three hours due to its 180-page script. Potential Twitch integrations are also being explored as part of the deal.
How to Get Two Free Pets in New Minecraft Offer
Mojang is offering Minecraft players two free in-game pets, the Aqua Cool Fish and Amethyst Drone, through a limited-time treasure hunt event that runs until September 13, 2026. To claim these rewards, players must complete watch challenges on TikTok and Twitch, respectively, and then redeem codes on the Minecraft website.
BlizzCon 2026 Preview: We’re So Back! | Official XBOX Podcast
The Official Xbox Podcast features a preview of BlizzCon 2026, with Blizzard's Senior Director of Global Events, Kiersten Crissman, detailing the upcoming event. BlizzCon 2026 will take place on September 12th and 13th in Anaheim, offering both in-person and online experiences with expanded programming, larger venues, and returning fan favorites like the Darkmoon Faire and Hearthstone Tavern. The event will also heavily feature esports competitions, including the Overwatch World Cup, and will be free to watch via livestream on official Blizzard channels.
GTA 6's gameplay reveal pulled in 3.97 million peak viewers, overwhelming Twitch and Netflix in the process
The first gameplay reveal for Grand Theft Auto 6 generated a peak viewership of nearly 4 million across livestreaming platforms, surpassing other major gaming events. Twitch hosted the largest portion of viewers, followed by YouTube and Kick. Despite technical issues on platforms like Netflix and Twitch, the reveal garnered significant online discussion, with most sentiment being neutral or positive, though some compared it unfavorably to Grand Theft Auto 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2.
Evening Reading - August 28, 2026
This article provides a brief roundup of news and events from Gamescom 2026, including a mention of Games Done Quick streaming live from TwitchCon for the Gaming for Democracy Initiative. It also touches on esports events like Pokemon Worlds and All In, and highlights past dunks from Shaq's Dunkman competition.
GTA 6 Netflix Reveal Draws 1.8 Million Viewers and Knocks Twitch Offline
Rockstar Games' 26-minute Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay reveal, distributed via Netflix, attracted 1.8 million viewers and caused significant strain on Twitch, leading to over 17,000 outage reports. The footage showcased new mechanics and environments on PlayStation 5, while the game has already secured 4.5 million preorders.
Twitch suffers major outage following Grand Theft Auto 6's extended look gameplay trailer premiere
Livestreaming platform Twitch experienced a major outage shortly after the premiere of the Grand Theft Auto 6 extended look trailer on Netflix. The platform reported issues with chat, video, and login functionality, though it has since largely recovered. While Twitch is investigating the cause, it has not explicitly confirmed if the outage was due to excessive strain from the Grand Theft Auto 6 event.
Here's how to watch the Future Games Show at Gamescom
The Future Games Show will broadcast live from Gamescom on Wednesday, August 26, featuring over 40 games and 13 world premieres. Subsequent shows include FGS Live from Gamescom with more reveals and FGS Best of Gamescom on Sunday, August 30, highlighting the show's best titles. Viewers can watch across platforms like Twitch, YouTube, Steam, and X, as well as on various gaming websites and Ginx TV.
Here's how to watch the Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026
The Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 will air on August 26, featuring over 40 games with 13 world premieres. The showcase will include behind-the-scenes looks at Tides of Annihilation and Onimusha: Way of the Sword, a new trailer for Trees Hate You, and a developer diary for Maverick Games' Clutch. It will be streamed internationally on platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Steam, with additional coverage on GamesRadar+ and other social media.
Baldur's Gate 3's official livestream gets banned on YouTube and TikTok. Why? "Demon sex."
Larian Studios' official Baldur's Gate 3 livestream, featuring Senior Communications Director Aoife Wilson playing the Dark Urge origin, was banned on YouTube and TikTok due to 'Body Exposure and Sexualized Behaviors.' The ban occurred during a scene involving an Incubus character. Despite the bans, the team, including Publishing Director Michael Douse, took the incident with humor, viewing it as a badge of honor.
Why Gaming Is Becoming One Giant Digital Entertainment Ecosystem
Gaming has evolved from a niche hobby into a vast digital entertainment ecosystem, integrating consoles, PCs, mobile devices, and cloud streaming. Modern platforms now combine communication, commerce, and entertainment, with features like live streaming, subscription models, and cross-platform play fostering larger communities. Technologies like cloud gaming, VR, and AR further enhance immersion and accessibility, blurring the lines between playing, watching, and interacting, positioning gaming at the core of digital leisure.
First-ever Wardogs stream ends in a Twitch ban. The reason? A rogue, flying dildo
Wardogs developer Bulkhead received a one-day ban from Twitch during their first-ever stream after a developer launched a dildo at a colleague. The incident, dubbed 'Dildogate' by the developer, violated Twitch's Community Guidelines regarding sexual content. Wardogs is a tactical FPS set to launch in 2026.
Call of Duty League Championship 2026: Prize pool, schedule, MW4 open beta & how to watch
The Call of Duty League Championship 2026 will feature a $2 million prize pool, with the first-place team taking home $800,000. The tournament, held in Las Vegas, will showcase Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and conclude on Sunday, July 19. Viewers watching the Call of Duty League Championship on Twitch are eligible for early access keys to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 open beta through a sweepstakes.
Convergence Games Showcase returns on 16th July
The Convergence Games Showcase will return on July 16th, featuring two hours of indie game reveals and gameplay. Hosted by Dodger and Jesse Cox, the event will be broadcast live on Twitch and YouTube, with co-stream talent including LobosJr, Bricky, and BaerTaffy. The showcase will highlight 70 games from 29 countries, offering exclusive trailers, demos, and post-show deep dives, alongside giveaways and a 7-day Steam Sale.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026 Returns this Sunday
Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2026, a week-long speedrunning marathon, will take place from July 5-11 in Minneapolis, benefiting Doctors Without Borders. The event will feature speedruns of various games, including Super Mario 64, Half-Life, and Balatro, and will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube. Viewers can donate to Doctors Without Borders throughout the marathon.
All on board the kitty train!
Flyhighworks announced that the cozy desktop idle game Neko Station, developed by Sunny Syrup Studios and Secret Character, will be released on July 13, 2026, for PC. The game features a unique "Streaming connection" that allows players to interact with streamers via comments, transforming into a cat and visiting their virtual train.
Sonic the Hedgehog 35th birthday live stream set for June 23
SEGA will host a 35th birthday live stream for Sonic the Hedgehog on June 23, featuring gameplay, music, and activities. The event will be broadcast on YouTube and Twitch and will also serve as a charity fundraiser for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Dealer's Choice
Shacknews CEO Asif Khan will be streaming The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on the company's Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and X channels. The stream will also feature discussions about the Ocarina of Time Remake announcement and is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET.
Here's how to watch the PC Gaming Show 2026
The PC Gaming Show 2026 will take place on Sunday, June 7, featuring over 50 games and hosted by Frankie Ward, Mica Burton, Sean Plott, and Elz. The event will be broadcast on Twitch, YouTube, X, and Steam, with a pre-show hosted by Elz and Frankie starting 30 minutes prior.
Here's how to watch the Future Games Show Summer Showcase
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase will feature over 40 upcoming games and will be hosted by voice actors Troy Baker and Alix Wilton Regan. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, and will be broadcast on various platforms including Twitch, YouTube, Steam, and Facebook. Following the main show, there will be a "FGS Live from Los Angeles" segment and an extended gameplay reveal for the sci-fi RPG Exodus.
