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Fox is making its biggest streaming move yet. The media giant announced plans to acquire Roku in a deal valued at roughly $22 billion, bringing together one of television’s largest collections of sports, news, and entertainment programming with one of the most widely used streaming platforms in the world. Under the agreement, Fox will pay Roku shareholders a mix of cash and stock, valuing the company at $160 per share. The transaction is expected to close during the first half of 2027, pending regulatory approvals and other customary conditions. Why own a show when you own the screen? The deal…
How a mobile-friendly platform is fulfilling the global demand for serialized romance and fantasy fiction. How people enjoy reading has changed dramatically in the last couple of decades. Today, readers often turn to their phones for their next quick escape, be that social media or gaming. Sagabox has taken this mobile-centric approach to storytelling and created a space for it. It’s a digital reading platform that aims to make romance and fantasy fiction more accessible, to keep things fresh with constant updates. Instead of treating mobile reading as a scaled-down version of traditional publishing, Sagabox leans into the habits that define digital entertainment: quick access, frequent engagement, and stories…
Sony only recently revealed God of War: Laufey, but new information is already beginning to paint a clearer picture of when players may finally get to experience the next chapter in the franchise. According to industry insider NateTheHate, the latest release window he has heard points to a launch sometime during the first half of 2027. While Sony and Santa Monica Studio have not officially confirmed a date, the report suggests development may be further along than many fans expected. The claim also aligns with recent comments from Bloomberg journalist Jason Schreier, who indicated that the lack of a release…
Using AI to write your dating app messages is no longer a surprise. More than 1 in 4 singles in the US have already used AI to help with their dating life, a figure that jumped 333% in a single year. Dating apps are actively encouraging it, too. Hinge is pushing AI features into its app, Bumble has its own Bee AI assistant, and Facebook Dating now has an AI chatbot to help you find love. However, a new peer-reviewed study from Constructor University suggests that it might not be the romantic shortcut everyone hoped for. What the Cyrano Effect…
Summer Game Fest 2026 has come and gone. But while the GI crew was out in Los Angeles, we took the opportunity to invite a few of our games media pals up to our studio to chat about everything: the state of the industry, how SGF has grown and changed, and of course, all the games we’ve played (that we can talk about right now). Join us for an extra special, extra-long episode of The Game Informer Show, live from Los Angeles, brought to you thanks to Rode and their excellent equipment which powered our entire studio setup. Thanks for the…
Considering all the Android 16 QPR updates and the new ones announced at The Android Show and Google I/O 2026, Android 17 is definitely shaping up to be one of the most ambitious updates the company has shipped in years. Between Gemini Intelligence that gets things done on your behalf, the new security features, and productivity-based features like App Bubbles, there’s a lot to unpack. The stable update is expected in June or early July 2026, but plenty of the upcoming features are already live on the Android 17 Beta version for compatible Pixel devices. Here’s everything we know so…
Earlier today, Kotaku reported that South of Midnight developer Compulsion Games may be closing its doors following a report from last week that Xbox is preparing another round of significant layoffs. Although we still have no official confirmation of Compulsion’s status, it may not be the only studio at risk of being shuttered.Bloomberg reports that Compulsion Games, along with other studios, including Hellblade developer Ninja Theory and Psychonauts developer Double Fine, are at risk of being shut down by Xbox. The news comes from sources close to the situation who have not been authorized to speak to the press. According…
When Valve introduced the Steam Deck, it proved that PC gaming could be portable without costing a fortune. A few years later, however, gaming handhelds seem to be entering a completely different league. According to a Newegg listing spotted by VideoCardz, the upcoming MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ will retail for $1,699, making it one of the most expensive handheld gaming PCs yet. The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ packs flagship specs and an equally flagship price The reported $1,699 price is for a configuration featuring Intel’s latest Arc G3 Extreme graphics architecture, alongside 32GB of LPDDR5X memory and a…
Samsung has officially expanded its AI PC lineup with the launch of the Galaxy Book6 Edge, a premium Windows laptop that pairs Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon X2 Elite processor with Galaxy AI features and a highly portable design. The company is positioning it as a productivity-focused machine that combines on-device AI with seamless integration across the Galaxy ecosystem. The Galaxy Book6 Edge is built around AI and portability According to Samsung, the Galaxy Book6 Edge is powered by the new Snapdragon X2 Elite platform, enabling Copilot+ PC experiences while delivering improved AI performance and power efficiency. The laptop features a 16-inch…
Electronic Arts has announced EA Advertising, a new platform “transforming how brands connect with audiences through digital and real-world experiences across its global portfolio of games.” The platform will allow brands and partners to create “bespoke integrations” across EA’s portfolio of games, such as its roster of sports titles. EA Advertising will enable brands to be integrated directly into gameplay experiences “through dynamic, real-time placements, from stadium signage to custom in-game content, designed to enhance, not disrupt, the player experience,” according to a press release. “In these interactive gameplay environments, brands become part of the game itself, reflecting how players engage with…