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Digiphile Launches The “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” - A limited-time game collection from the teams behind PEAK to support Make-A-Wish.
Digiphile, in partnership with Landfall Games and Aggro Crab, has launched the 'Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase,' a limited-time game collection available for $12. The collection features eight indie titles, including PEAK, Another Crab's Treasure, Haste, and Content Warning, with a portion of sales and all additional donations benefiting Make-A-Wish for World Wish Day.
Think fast: Games Done Quick is coming to Europe with a special three-day programme at Gamescom 2026
Games Done Quick (GDQ) will host a special three-day speedrunning event, Gamescom GDQ, at Gamescom in Germany from August 28-30, 2026. This marks GDQ's first European event and will raise money for Gaming for Democracy, an initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming. The event will be open to Gamescom attendees and available to watch online via Twitch and YouTube.
Barang Peninggalan Vidi Aldiano Disumbangkan, Ada yang ke Ustaz
The family of the late Vidi Aldiano is continuing his legacy of kindness by donating his belongings. His father, Harry Kiss, revealed that clothes and suits are being given to local religious figures and students. This follows previous donations of Vidi's clothing to orphanages, aiming to ensure the items are useful rather than stored.
Surprise, We're Getting Even More Games Done Quick This Summer
Games Done Quick is partnering with Gamescom to host a new three-day speedrunning marathon in Europe from August 28-30. The event will take place at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany, and will be streamed on Twitch and YouTube. Proceeds from the Gamescom GDQ marathon will be donated to Gaming for Democracy, a new initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming culture.
Alanah Pearce And Rahul Kohli Launch SAROS Charity Subathon April 30th | HappyGamer
Streamers Alanah Pearce and Rahul Kohli are launching a charity subathon on April 30th to play through the game SAROS. They will stream daily from noon to 8pm until the game is completed or the subathon ends, with proceeds going to Doctors Without Borders. The event will also feature giveaways for game codes, merchandise, and prints.
"More charities than ever are looking at games": Meet Cause+Select, the platform linking the games industry to top charities
Ctrl+Impact founder Wayne Emanuel has launched Cause+Select, a platform designed to connect charities with the video games industry for mutually beneficial partnerships. The platform aims to streamline collaborations, offering charities a way to navigate the gaming space and for developers and publishers to find strategic charitable initiatives. Cause+Select is currently in beta and free for game companies, with charities paying a nominal fee.
On Sale
Humble is offering bundles for Destiny 2: Expansions Bundle 2026 and Tower Defense 2, allowing customers to pay what they want with a portion of proceeds going to charity. Blue's News may receive a commission on these sales.
On Sale
The VR Kiwi Complete Collection is available on Humble for a pay-what-you-want price, with proceeds going to charity. Blue's News may earn a commission on sales.
Gamers raise over £3,400 for children's hospital with Play It Forward campaign
The Play It Forward campaign, organized by Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity and sponsored by Devolver Digital, successfully raised over £3,400 for the hospital's gaming service. Gamers streamed and took on challenges to fund vital equipment and support for children in the hospital. This initiative, supported by Child's Play and the UK games industry since 2023, ensures children have access to gaming while receiving care.
Generation Exile Hits 1.0 with New Planetfall Chapter and Charity Drive
Developer Sonderlust has released version 1.0 of their indie strategy game Generation Exile, concluding its Early Access period with the new "Planetfall" chapter. The launch coincides with the 5th annual Earth Appreciation Fest, during which Sonderlust is supporting the conservation charity Cool Earth. The game is currently available at a 35% discount.
Issues and Activism
The Gamers For Giving 2026 event has concluded, with a recap provided thanks to Sepharo. The event focused on charitable initiatives within the gaming community.
Tiket Pelelangan Lukisan 1 Juta Dolar Picasso Dijual Cuma Rp2 Juta
A lottery ticket for an auction of a Picasso painting valued at over $1 million is being sold for just 100 euros. The event, "1 Picasso for 100 euros," offers participants a chance to win the 1941 gouache painting "Tête de Femme." Proceeds from the sale of the 120,000 tickets will be donated to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation.
XSOLLA BRINGS ACCESSIBILITY, SOCIAL IMPACT, AND ENTERTAINMENT IP LICENSING WITH XSOLLA AGENCY TO LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL 2026
Xsolla is participating in the London Games Festival 2026 with initiatives focused on gaming accessibility, social impact, and entertainment IP licensing. The company is involved in a charity campaign with Stevenage FC and SpecialEffect to fund accessible gaming setups, will present at the inaugural Games for Change London Summit, and will highlight its Xsolla Agency services for IP licensing at Games Meets Music The B-Side.
Pangeran Harry Digugat Lembaga Amal yang Ia Dirikan soal Nama Baik
Prince Harry is being sued for defamation by Sentebale, the African charity he co-founded 20 years ago. The lawsuit, filed in the High Court of England and Wales, also names former trustee Mark Dyer as a defendant. Sentebale alleges a coordinated negative media campaign has caused operational disruption and reputational damage.
Get 15 PC Games For $15 And Support Charity With This Humble Bundle
Humble has launched a new PC game bundle offering 15 titles for $15, valued at $158. Proceeds from the 'Humble 15 for $15 Bundle' will go to the UK-based charity Comic Relief. The bundle includes indie titles like Distraint: Deluxe Edition, Distraint 2, and Orten Was The Case, all delivered as Steam keys and available until April 15.
Games for the Weans announces new gaming fundraiser Play It Forward
Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity has launched a new gaming fundraiser called 'Play It Forward', running from April 6th to April 12th. The event, sponsored by Devolver Digital, encourages gamers and content creators to stream and raise funds for the charity's 'Games for the Weans' program, which supports children in hospital.
Streamer Support, Mental Health Gaming, Final Fantasy for Good, and the UVW: Good in Gaming Vol. 3
This installment of Good in Gaming highlights various positive initiatives within the gaming community, including a mobile game called Finch that promotes mental health through habit tracking, a charity stream by Rashern for The Trevor Project that raised $1000, and the Final Fantasy V Four Job Fiesta which raises money for the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund. The article also touches on the ongoing efforts of the United Videogame Workers to advocate for better labor conditions and unionization within the game industry.
On Sale
Humble is offering a "pay what you want" bundle featuring 2K titles, with a portion of proceeds going to charity. The bundle includes a selection of tactics and tycoon games.
On Sale
Humble is offering the Strategic Minds Collection and Checkmate! A Chess Games Collection for a pay-what-you-want price, with proceeds going to charity. This promotion allows players to acquire strategy and chess games while supporting charitable causes.
Issues and Activism
Humble Bundle has been instrumental in supporting children's literacy across the country. The company's initiatives aim to foster excitement about reading among young individuals.