gaming

End of an Era: Phil Spencer Leaves Microsoft as Xbox Gets New CEO

Microsoft has announced a significant leadership change for its gaming division as industry veteran Phil Spencer prepares to retire after nearly four decades with the company. Asha Sharma, who previously served as a top executive at Meta and Instacart, is stepping in as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming. Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s Chairman and CEO,...

Sony Kills Bluepoint Games: Why the Demon’s Souls Studio is Closing

Sony has officially closed Bluepoint Games, the Austin-based studio renowned as the industry’s premier specialist for high-end remakes. The move marks a sudden end for the developer, which Sony only officially acquired in 2021 after years of successful partnership. The decision is part of a broader restructuring at Sony to combat the skyrocketing costs of...

Canada’s Top-Selling Games of 2025: Why 4 of the Top 6 Are Canadian-Made

The Entertainment Software Association of Canada (ESAC) has released its official year-end rankings for the top-selling video games in the country, and the results show that Canadians are playing a lot of local talent. While the list includes global staples like Grand Theft Auto and Minecraft, four of the top six best-selling titles have direct...

Sega Ends Support for Classic Sonic Games: How to Play Ad-Free

Sega has issued 'End of Service' messages for the 2013 remasters of Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 on mobile platforms, which are for iOS and Android. This update signals that Sega is officially discontinuing support for these versions of the games, which were based on a freemium model. The changes include the...