User-Generated Content
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Roblox was for kids. Its future belongs to all of us.
Roblox is evolving beyond its initial perception as a children's platform, becoming a versatile space for diverse game development and experiences. Developers highlight its accessibility across multiple devices and its ability to foster niche genres, attracting a broader audience including adults. The platform's future hinges on balancing creative freedom with robust online safety measures.
You might not hear that much about it anymore, but the PUBG series grew its revenue by 25% in the first half of 2026
Krafton announced that the PUBG intellectual property collectively generated 25% more revenue in the first half of 2026 compared to the previous year. This growth was driven by PUBG: Battlegrounds, PUBG Mobile, and Battlegrounds Mobile India, with recent collaborations and new modes cited as key factors. The company also noted strong early access performance for Subnautica 2, leading to its development as a franchise IP.
"I didn’t fully appreciate the scope of it": a year on from taking over, Nexus Mods owners reflect on the challenges of their push to minimise modding hassle
A year after a change in ownership, Nexus Mods leaders reflect on their efforts to streamline the modding process and their long-term vision to become an operating system for user-generated content in gaming. The company has expanded its team and is working on improving how mods are handled, moving from a file-based system to a system-based approach to reduce complexity for users.
Nexus Mods wants to make modding "Spotify-easy," with a "browse, click, and play" system
Nexus Mods' new owner, Victor Folmann of Chosen, aims to simplify the modding process for PC games, making it as easy as streaming music. The platform intends to become an operating system for user-generated content, allowing players to 'browse, click, and play' mods and empowering creators to publish and manage them more effectively. Folmann asks for a year to demonstrate these improvements, highlighting the potential for mods to enhance game longevity and player experience.
What does GTA Online 2.0 even look like—and, more to the point, what do we even want from Grand Theft Auto 6…
This opinion piece speculates on the future of GTA Online, questioning what "GTA Online 2.0" might look like given the increasing focus on user-generated content and live service platforms. The author considers how Rockstar Games might evolve the multiplayer experience for Grand Theft Auto 6, drawing parallels with other games like Fortnite and Roblox, while also acknowledging the potential challenges in balancing creativity with the core essence of the Grand Theft Auto series.
Chainers Kicks Off UGC Referral Tournament With a 500 USDT and 5,000 CFB Prize Pool
Chainers, developed by 51 Games, has launched a User-Generated Content (UGC) Referral Tournament running from July 23 to August 2, featuring a prize pool of 500 USDT and 5,000 CFB. The tournament incentivizes creators to bring new players into the game through referrals rather than in-game activity, serving as an entry point to the Chainers Creator Program. The game is a browser-based MMO built on a Polygon sidechain compatible with Ethereum, emphasizing player ownership of assets and a dynamic in-game economy.
The Sandbox invites LAND holders to Discord talks ahead of Studio’s public debut
The Sandbox co-founder Sebastien Borget is engaging LAND and SAND holders on Discord for feedback on the upcoming public release of The Sandbox Studio. This AI-native game engine, which converts text prompts into playable games, has attracted over 12,000 applications since its alpha launch, with a public debut planned for October. The company is seeking input from its community to refine the toolset before its wider availability.
Open-source ambitions arrive: EVE Frontier, MapleStory Universe and Pixels test decentralized play
EVE Frontier, MapleStory Universe, and Pixels are exploring decentralized engagement models in gaming, focusing on user-generated content and economic structures. EVE Frontier allows player modification of persistent structures, MapleStory Universe uses verified Action Modules for community marketplaces, and Pixels plans to open-source its frontend. The article questions whether these approaches represent true economic primitives or simply new packaging for decentralization, highlighting the challenge of autonomous systems and player trust in building lasting value.
Roblox’s new mobile Build tool lets users create entire games for the UGC platform with an AI text prompt
Roblox Corp has launched a new mobile tool called Build, which allows users to create entire games for its user-generated content platform using AI text prompts. The tool leverages a combination of open-source and proprietary AI models to generate game assets, including 3D models, and enables users to playtest, refine, and publish their creations directly from the app. This feature is part of a slow rollout, beginning with users in New Zealand, and is intended to lower the barrier to game creation on the platform.
Bethesda reveals plans for Fallout 5, The Elder Scrolls 6, and more
Bethesda Game Studios executive producer Todd Howard has outlined the studio's future plans, confirming Fallout 5 and The Elder Scrolls 6 are in development. The studio is also working on remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, a Fallout Shelter TV show with Amazon Studios, and continued support for Fallout 76 and Starfield. The company is emphasizing user-generated content and closer collaboration between its studios.
Black Flag Fans Discover New Treasures: Feet Pics
Players of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced have discovered unexpected content within the game's photo mode, with a picture of an NPC's feet going viral and amassing over 57,000 likes. The photo mode allows players to share their in-game screenshots on a dedicated website, leading to a variety of popular images, including the viral feet pic and a seascape.
NexusMods CEO digs into the dynamics of video game modding
NexusMods CEO Victor Folmann discusses the complexities of game modding and his vision for NexusMods as a user-generated content platform. He highlights the challenges of balancing mod accessibility with developer terms of service and fostering relationships between creators and players.
Popular 2011 PlayStation 3 Action Game Losing Online Support
Sony announced that the PlayStation 3 exclusive action-adventure game Infamous 2 will lose its online support, including its user-generated content feature, on August 31, 2026. This shutdown will also affect certain trophies related to the UGC content. The base campaign of Infamous 2 will remain playable.
Share of the Week: Sparks
PlayStation's Share of the Week highlights user-submitted screenshots featuring sparks and fireworks from games like Death Stranding 2, Cyberpunk 2077, and Star Wars Jedi Survivor. The next theme is 'Portraits,' with submissions due by July 8, 2026.
The Sandbox Announces Alpha Creators Game Jam with $5,000 Reward
The Sandbox has launched its first Game Jam for alpha creators, running from July 2 to July 31, 2023, with a $5,000 prize pool for the top five submissions. This event coincides with the introduction of The Sandbox Studio, an AI-enhanced game engine designed to streamline development. The platform emphasizes user-generated content and has seen continued creator engagement despite industry challenges.
Avalon MMORPG Integrates Sonium
The AI-driven MMORPG Avalon will integrate Sony's Soneium blockchain to manage item ownership and trading, aiming for a playable version by late 2026. The game emphasizes community-generated content with tools like Forge, Merlin, and Sage, and plans to simplify blockchain complexities for players. A private beta is scheduled for July 2026, with Early Access targeted for the end of the year.
nanos world – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
nanos world is a new open-world multiplayer sandbox game that offers extensive creative freedom through Lua scripting and custom Unreal Engine 5 asset imports. Players can host dedicated servers for various game modes, from roleplay to tactical shooters. The platform aims to be a spiritual successor to games like Garry's Mod and SA-MP, and is currently offering beta sign-ups.
Enshrouded makes October even busier with a 1.0 release date, more details coming this summer
Enshrouded, the fantasy survival game from Keen Games GmbH, will launch its 1.0 version on October 15th, avoiding a direct conflict with Grand Theft Auto 6's November release. Further details about the full launch, which follows nearly three years in early access, will be revealed this summer. The game features building mechanics and a new Adventure Sharing mode for user-generated content.
Tencent reportedly negotiating exits from various Japanese studios including Marvelous
Tencent is reportedly negotiating to sell its minority stakes in several Japanese game studios, including Marvelous, potentially at a loss. Investments in PlatinumGames, FromSoftware, and Kadokawa Corporation are unaffected. The company is shifting its focus towards user-generated content games and its existing portfolio teams.
Report: Tencent mulling exits from multiple Japanese studios
Chinese conglomerate Tencent is reportedly considering selling off minority stakes in several Japanese game studios, potentially at a financial loss. This move is part of a portfolio reassessment aimed at refocusing on user-generated content platforms. While investments in PlatinumGames Inc and FromSoftware are reportedly safe, the future of other studios like Marvelous remains uncertain.
