Games

Goodbye console? Here's Stadia video

Google didn't say how much its new service will cost, whether it will offer subscriptions or other options, or what ...

Google's making moves into the $63b gaming industry.

Fortnite, Peppa Pig vex parents video

Fortnite's need to make you play for 20 minutes is key to its success.

Controlling screen time for kids is becoming a bigger job for parents than feeding them.

Inside Star Wars' theme park video

An artist's concept of Inside Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, where Disney guests will take the controls in one of ...

Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland, US is promising to be the most immersive, game-like experience yet.

Two new Pokemon titles

Become the champion of the Galar region with a new team of Pokemon: Grookey, Scorbunny and Sobble.

Players will get a new region and new Pokemon characters and all new adventures.

The game topping Fortnite records video

Apex is free to download and play, making its money by selling outfits and other upgrades for use in the game.

For the first time since its meteoric rise, Fortnite has a challenger atop the video game industry.

Alita: A battle against deja vu video

Alita: Battle Angel's visual execution is second to none.

OPINION: At some point, Hollywood, had to run out of ideas.

Nintendo unveils new games video

The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening will be coming to Nintendo Switch sometime in 2019

Surprise new Switch games announced by Nintendo, including remake of beloved Legend of Zelda title.

Call of Duty publisher cuts jobs

The layoffs will affect every part of Activision-Blizzard, including Call of Duty publisher Activision.

It had record results, but one of the biggest names in the video game business is slashing jobs.

The game that could dethrone Fortnite

Fortnite: It's what all the kids are into nowadays.

Apex Legends literally came out of nowhere to take on Fortnite. And it's already reached 10 million players.

Resident Evil 2: Nostalgia with bite video

20 years later, Resident Evil 2 is back. And better than before.

OPINION: Games remasters and remakes are like zombies - they never die, they just keep coming back.

10 million at Fortnite in-game music gig video

The most important live musical performance this past weekend came from American dance music DJ Marshmello.

The virtual reality music gig is on the way - led by the success of Fortnite's 10 million strong concert at the weekend.

Fortnite flaw put millions at Risk

Skins are looks you can give your character in Fortnite. - these are three of the most popular.

The accounts of millions of Fortnite players could have been left vulnerable to malicious attack, say software researchers.

Pokemon GO in 2019

In 2016 Pokemon Go reached a level of success that eluded some of the most traditional video games and Hollywood ...

OPINION: Almost three years after the app's initial explosion of popularity, I'm so glad Pokemon GO sucked me back in.

Why Fortnite isn't all bad video

Is Fortnite really such a bad thing?

OPINION: While we've been arguing over Fortnite's suitability, our kids have been busy learning life skills.

Jack Black joins YouTube

Jack Black has launched a YouTube channel.

The actor has plans to be "bigger than PewDiePie".

Backpack Kid sues Fortnite

The Backpack Kid shot to fame after dancing The Floss on US TV show Saturday Night Live with Katy Perry.

A 16-year-old says it is unfair for the video game to use his move, the Floss, without paying him.

Fresh Prince actor v Fortnite video

Fortnite calls its Carlton-esque dance the "Fresh".

Should anyone be able to do the Carlton? The actor behind the Fresh Prince dance says no.

Lack of help for video game addicts video

The number of people asking for help for their, or a loved one's, video gaming has risen (file photo).

Video game addicts are seeking help from gambling support services as most DHBs don't provide treatment.

Vine co-founder found dead

Colin Kroll was found dead in his New York apartment after his girlfriend raised concerns for his welfare.

Colin Kroll, the brains behind the popular HQ Trivia game, dies of suspected drug overdose.

New, furry, Sonic upsets fans

The new Sonic the Hedgehog design... fur, muscles and two distinct eyes.

Sonic the Hedgehog' latest incarnation, a redesign for a live action version of the game character, has fans creeped out.

Fortnight Season 7 is snow joke

Fortnite enthusiast Tommy Nixon gives us the low down on Season 7. NOT FOR SYNDICATION

REVIEW: The newest season of the world's most popular game is "awesome", says our 10-year-old Kiwi reviewer. Except for the trolls.

Kiwi game Ashen gets surprise release video

Ashen has a sparse and minimalist art style, creating a haunting atmosphere.

Wellington game developer A44 suddenly released its game Ashen during an awards show in the US.

Crash Team Racing remake revealed

Crash Team Racing is back, and this time it's nitro-fuelled.

After weeks of speculation the worst-kept secret in gaming has been revealed: a remake of classic kart racer CTR.

Fortnite 7 gets Creative

Skins are looks you can give your character in Fortnite - there are now more than ever.

Fortnite season 7 is here, as is you new, personalised island retreat.

Crash Team Racing remake teased

Get your nostalgia engines ready, classic kart racer Crash Team Racing looks to be making comeback.

Iconic PlayStation kart racer looks set to make a comeback, after original Crash trilogy remake went gangbusters.

Māori hero Kupe stars in game

The Trailer for Civilization VI: Gathering Storm shows Kupe aboard a waka.

The developers said they took inspiration from Kupe's discovery of New Zealand. "Whether it's real or a myth, we don't care."

Spyro the Dragon reignites gaming video

The Spyro Reignited Trilogy fires up nostalgia.

Nostalgia proves to be the winner with Spyro the Dragon's spit and polish remaster well worth your time.

PlayStation Classic gets by on nostalgia video

The Sony PlayStation Classic will include the likes of Grand Theft Auto, Metal Gear Solid and Twisted Metal.

Rights issues or licences, whatever it is, gamers won't care why the games aren't there - just that they're not.

Superstars, secret service and smokes

Booked as a guest speaker at SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas, Morrissey wanted someone to test the temperature of his ...

Morrissey wanted someone to test the temperature of his beer. Christchurch man Cary Caldwell said ''no''.

A girl heist without the fluff video

Elizabeth Debicki rises up in new drama, Widows.

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