The gaming industry is buzzing about Microsoft's impending purchase of Activision Blizzard. As part of the agreement, Sony has issued a warning to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the United Kingdom, claiming that Microsoft's acquisition of the game developer may result in the removal of some games from competing platforms.

Grant Kirkhope made a name for himself in the gaming world when he created the 'DK Rap' for the Rare game Donkey Kong 64. With its unforgettable rap style, the song quickly gained cult status and has been featured in a variety of media over the years. The iconic tune appears in the recently released Super Mario Bros. Movie, but Kirkhope is not mentioned in the credits.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has finally arrived in theaters, but critics and audiences appear to have mixed feelings about the animated film.

Sony has been granted a patent that will allow game developers to adjust the temperature of PlayStation controllers. Exputer discovered the patent, which describes the use of a special gel inside the controller that can harden or soften to mimic the texture of an object in the game.

Sony is planning to release another piece of hardware to go with its successful PlayStation 5 console. According to insider information, the company is working on a new handheld device codenamed "Q Lite". The Q Lite will need constant internet access and will not be a cloud-streaming device, instead relying on Remote Play with the PlayStation 5.

Since its addition to Xbox Game Pass in 2018, Remedy Entertainment's Quantum Break has been a fan favorite. However, fans were recently disheartened to see the game listed in Game Pass's "Soon to be unavailable" section. This led some to believe that the game would be removed permanently, contrary to Microsoft's goal of keeping first-party games on the service indefinitely.

Blizzard, the company behind iconic franchises like World of Warcraft and Diablo, has been working on a new survival game for several years. A recent job posting for a senior producer for an "unannounced survival game" confirms that Blizzard's next venture will be based on a new IP.

Monster Energy, the popular energy drink brand, has once again targeted a video game developer for using the word "Monster" in the title of its game. This time, Monster's legal team has targeted indie developer Glowstick Entertainment, sending the studio far-reaching settlement terms for its game, Dark Deception: Monsters & Mortals.

Saudi Arabia is betting big on video games, investing $38 billion to turn the country into a gaming mecca. The Saudi government has identified the video game industry as a critical sector for diversifying the economy and reducing reliance on oil.

Nintendo has announced that it will now repair Joy-Con controllers with "drift" issues in Europe for free, even if they are out of warranty. This is fantastic news for gamers who have been plagued by Joy-Con drift, which causes characters to move without player input.

Excitement is building among gamers following an interview with a high-ranking artist at Naughty Dog, in which he teased a new game that will be a completely new intellectual property (IP).

Unfortunately, online harassment of actors and creators in the entertainment industry is not a new phenomenon, and it appears that even the release of a highly anticipated game is not immune to its wrath. Lily Gao, who plays Ada Wong in the Resident Evil 4 Remake, became the center of a social media storm after fans expressed their dissatisfaction with her performance.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers may want to hurry up and play Quantum Break, as the game is reportedly set to disappear from the service soon. This is surprising given that the game was published by Xbox Game Studios, and titles published by Microsoft typically remain available on Game Pass, for obvious reasons.

The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog, Sega's latest Steam release, has been making waves in the gaming world as one of the best April Fools games. The visual novella, which was released today, April 1st, is a game in which Sonic is murdered during a birthday party, and players must figure out who is responsible.

Ark 2: Survival Evolved, the highly anticipated sequel to Ark: Survival Evolved, will have to wait a little longer than expected. The game's release date has been pushed back until late 2024, according to Studio Wildcard. Many fans were disappointed by the news, but the developer claims the delay is necessary to ensure the game meets the high standards it has set for itself.

Following the rocky PC launch of The Last of Us, it has become clear that Steam will provide refunds for the game regardless of how much time has passed. The move comes after the game received only a 42% positive rating on the platform, with many players citing bugs and performance issues as major issues.

Jeff Grubb, a gaming industry insider, is back with his Summer Game Mess, and it looks like it's going to be a wild ride. Grubb recently announced a series of upcoming events on Twitter, including the highly anticipated PlayStation Showcase and Xbox + Bethesda Showcase.

Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 16 has officially "gone gold," indicating that the game's development is nearly complete. The company confirmed the news on Twitter, revealing that the entire team, including Torgal, is looking forward to the game's June 22 release.

Microsoft is reportedly planning to launch a new subscription service called Xbox Game Pass Friends & Family in the United States. According to renowned game industry insider Wario64, the new service will allow up to five people to share an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription for $39.95 per month.

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), the beloved annual gaming event, has been canceled after much anticipation. The decision was made due to a lack of sustained interest required for the event to be successful. (VIA ING)