The Ultimate Guide to Gaming
A curated UK edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Gaming.
What to know about Gaming
Gaming encompasses a vast world of interactive entertainment that appeals to millions across New Zealand and beyond. From thrilling single-player adventures to competitive multiplayer battles, gaming offers diverse experiences that captivate players of all ages and interests.
Our stories cover the latest game releases, in-depth reviews, and hands-on experiences with both software and hardware, providing insights that help readers make informed choices. Whether you're into high-octane racing titles like F1 24, immersive RPGs such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, or exploring imaginative worlds through indie gems, our coverage connects you to the vibrant gaming culture.
Beyond games themselves, we delve into related topics like gaming gear, from advanced controllers and headsets to powerful gaming laptops and consoles. We also address issues affecting gamers today, including online safety, cyberbullying, and the impact of emerging technologies like virtual reality. For those looking to stay ahead of trends or simply enjoy great gaming moments, our Gaming tag is your gateway to all things gaming.
UK Gaming News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
8BitDo opens pre-orders for premium Xbox controller
Priced at GBP £119.99, the new pad aims at Xbox and PC buyers willing to pay more for modular controls and drift-resistant sticks.
Clash Royale launches contest for first Rage Emote
A survey of 9,000 gamers suggests frustration is fleeting, with most rage quitters returning to play within hours and enjoying it more.
Direct-to-consumer gaming revenue gap widens, study says
Early adopters are widening the revenue gap as direct-to-consumer sales grow to about 15% of mobile gaming in-app purchases.
Why smarter payments data is becoming the iGaming CFO's best friend
Real-time financial data could help operators curb churn, sharpen affordability checks and lift margins as acquisition costs climb.
Woojer launches 15% site-wide sale on haptic products
Buyers can save across Woojer's full range, with discounted prices running from USD $143 for the STRAP 4 to USD $849 for the MAT.
Net-Defence urges parents to talk privacy with children
Holiday gaming and AI use are exposing more children to data risks, as one in five parents have never discussed online privacy.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Gaming
Shufti wins Gartner honour for global identity coverage
Consumers trust marketplaces more than brands online
Europe retail tech shifts to higher-performance PCs
Smart glasses drive 44% growth in global XR shipments
SEON unveils global partner initiative for AI fraud fight
Reviews
Expert Columns
Why smarter payments data is becoming the iGaming CFO's best friend
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
I didn't choose tech. Tech chose me
From video games to AI visibility: How women in tech can build authority through PR
How UA financing levels the playing field in mobile
The economy is the collateral: Why revenue reliability is the real requirement for growth in 2026
PvX ROAS insights: What Is driving UA performance today
Music tech predictions for 2026: Insights from Tuned Global
How to detect fake players in online gaming
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Gaming News
MVB Bank adopts Kobalt AI for fintech risk oversight
Banks are under pressure to document third-party checks more consistently as regulators scrutinise fintech partnerships and marketing compliance.
Fearn launches AI patent firm for startups after USD $5.5m
Startups could file patent applications in days after Fearn raised USD $5.5 million to offer fixed-fee AI prosecution services.
i-payout expands U.S. licences & eyes European EMI
Broader regulation could let enterprise customers send payouts directly in more markets, with i-payout also preparing a European EMI application.
Consistent unveils Spain & Italy incentive for partners
Surveillance partners could win a Spain and Italy trip under a new annual scheme as the company steps up rewards to retain its reseller network.
Shufti adds digital signatures & Travel Rule tools
European firms face tighter audit and AML demands as Shufti links verified identities to signing, transaction monitoring and crypto transfers.
Bitget & UNICEF launch youth financial literacy module
Young learners will get free lessons on budgeting, credit and blockchain as the partnership targets financial skills in emerging economies.
dLocal launches dMoRe for emerging market merchants
Merchants selling into Brazil, Nigeria and Indonesia could reach customers in as little as eight weeks, bypassing costly local set-up and compliance hurdles.
MrBeast tops impersonation scams, Malwarebytes says
Fraudsters are timing texts for lunch and Fridays, as MrBeast led impersonation scams in Malwarebytes' three-month global study.
Coda revamps website to aid digital commerce expansion
Businesses weighing expansion will now get pricing, market data and payment guides up front on Coda's revamped site.
Appcharge study finds local acquiring lifts gaming payments
Local banks approved in-country gaming payments 8.4 percentage points more often than cross-border routes, Appcharge said.
Tuned Global backs Leel Phone's child-friendly music app
Children in six initial markets will get a curated streaming service, as Leel Phone uses Tuned Global's platform to tighten content controls.
EA, Ubisoft & Embark back NVIDIA's RTX Spark games
Support for NVIDIA's new RTX Spark platform is widening, with EA, Ubisoft and Embark adding mainstream titles ahead of its launch later this year.
ZBD launches games payments platform for PC & console
Developers can now keep deposits, rewards and player payouts inside their own titles as ZBD widens its payments push beyond mobile gaming.
NVIDI adds Firefox support to GeForce NOW browser
The browser-only option broadens access to cloud gaming on locked-down Windows devices, with Ultimate members able to stream at up to 1440p and 120 fps.
World Cup fraud shifts to verified accounts & withdrawals
Operators faced a 38% rise in suspicious withdrawals as World Cup fraud shifted from sign-ups to verified accounts, SEON said.
VibeBlitz game jam crowns Idle Tactics as first winner
More than 250 entrants tested AI game-making tools in a contest that spotlighted the challenge of turning prototypes into playable releases.
NVIDIA launches Linux GeForce NOW app with cloud tweaks
Linux gamers will get smoother access to streamed titles, as Nvidia moves GeForce NOW out of beta and trims cloud gaming lag.
Yuno raises USD $45 million to expand global payments
The fresh capital will help Yuno widen its payments network, add products and edge closer to profitability as it scales worldwide.
SEGA cuts ad production time by two-thirds with automation
Automation has slashed SEGA's ad production from three weeks to one, while also cutting media costs and outsourcing across seven markets.
Slipstream names Mearns & London in expansion push
The music licensing company's latest hires are aimed at broadening customer coverage in the U.K., Europe and the U.S. after its Megatrax deal.
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