Steam Sets Half-Year Revenue Record as New Releases Lose Share
Alinea Analytics says Steam generated $11.1 billion in the first half of 2026, setting a new record even as new releases took a smaller revenue share.
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Steam Sets Half-Year Revenue Record as New Releases Lose Share
Alinea Analytics says Steam generated $11.1 billion in the first half of 2026, setting a new record even as new releases took a smaller revenue share.
Gaming M&A Deal Count Hits Highest Level Since 2022, Aream Says
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Anna Lee
Aream & Co. says gaming M&A activity reached its highest deal count since 2022 in the second quarter of 2026, even as total deal value declined.
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Microsoft Begins Painful Xbox Restructuring with 3,200 Job Cuts
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Anna Lee
Microsoft has confirmed a major Xbox restructuring that will cut 3,200 jobs, spin off several studios and reset the division around profitability and daily active players.
Whiteout Survival Leads Global Mobile Game Revenue in June 2026
Whiteout Survival became the world’s highest-grossing mobile game in June 2026, while Roblox led global downloads, according to Sensor Tower.
Mobile Game Ad Revenue Topped $12 Billion in 2025, Sensor Tower Says
Sensor Tower says mobile game advertising revenue exceeded $12 billion in 2025 across 19 tracked markets, highlighting the growing role of ad monetization.
Microsoft Raises Xbox Console Prices Worldwide as Hardware Costs Climb
Microsoft is raising Xbox console prices worldwide from August 1, citing sharp increases in memory and storage costs across its hardware business.
Denmu Launches $50 Million Fund for Vision-Led Game Developers
Denmu has launched a $50 million gaming fund aimed at backing developers with strong creative visions across indie, AAA, console, PC and mobile projects.
Strikerz Faces Major Layoffs as UFL Struggles to Gain Momentum
Strikerz is preparing major layoffs that could reduce its workforce by more than half, as the Cyprus-based studio faces mounting pressure around its football simulator UFL.
IEM Cologne Major 2026 Reaches Final Day at Counter-Strike’s Cathedral
IEM Cologne Major 2026 reaches its final day at Lanxess Arena, with Counter-Strike 2's summer Major closing through a best-of-five grand final.
GTA 6 Preorders Begin June 25 as Rockstar Reveals Official Cover Art
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Anna Lee
Rockstar Games has confirmed that GTA 6 preorders begin June 25, alongside official cover art for the November 19 console launch.
Global Games Revenue Passes $200B as Mobile Generates $113B
Newzoo figures show global games revenue reached $201.6 billion in 2025, with mobile generating $113.3 billion and remaining the largest sector.
Roblox Details Creator Fee Model for Brand Integrations Starting in 2027
Roblox plans to charge creators for brand integrations using a CPM model based on audience exposure, with regional pricing and fee forecasting.