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If this happens, you need to remember that Nvidia doesn't HAVE to do this. They would be choosing to do it to gauge the same consumer base they've largely turned their back on.

They are a large reason for the issues the industry is happening, and will try and act like a victim
December 31, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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2025 was brutal for games media, but I'm seeing some glimmers of hope as worker-owned sites like @aftermath.site, @rascal.news, and @giantbomb.bsky.social have carved out vital spaces in the games community.

Earlier this year, I made a huge Indie Games Media starter pack for y'all. Let's celebrate.
December 28, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Absolute stunned and at a loss for words right now.
December 22, 2025 at 8:06 PM
BREAKING NEWS: Battlefield Head Vince Zampella Killed In Crash

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Battlefield Head Vince Zampella Killed In Crash
Vince Zampella, the head of Battlefield and founder of legendary Call of Duty developer Infinity Ward has been killed in a car accident.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:47 PM
MINI EXCLUSIVE: Details On Romero Games' Xbox Title

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Details On Romero Games' Xbox Title
Insider Gaming has learned a few exclusive details on the game that Romero Games was developing in partnership with Xbox.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:05 PM
NEW: Indie Game Awards Disqualifies Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Due To Gen AI Usage

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Indie Game Awards Disqualifies Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Due To Gen AI Usage
Sandfall Interactive and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been stripped of its wins at The Indie Game Awards due to use of generative AI.
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December 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Ryan is the hero we need, but don't deserve
Boop!

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Reviews saying it doesn't work anymore, but works fine for me; been using it maybe 2 years, been a real lifesaver with news social posts.
December 19, 2025 at 8:39 PM
I was lucky enough to be a judge for The Indie Game Awards (@indiegameawards.gg) this year.

Now that the votes have been counted and the awards handed out, I wanted to share my personal ballot.

Here's how I voted.

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The Indie Game Awards 2025—How I Voted
The Indie Game Awards 2025 took place on Thursday, December 18 and Insider Gaming's Mike Straw was a judge. Here's how he voted.
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December 19, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Tonight is the 2nd Annual Indie Game Awards (@indiegameawards.gg)

Tune in to the @sixoneindie.com YouTube channel at 630pm ET to see who wins!

I'll have coverage of the winners after the show airs at Insider-Gaming.com. I'll be sharing my personal ballot, as well

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The Indie Game Awards 2025: December 18th at 3:30 PM PT / 6:30 PM ET
YouTube video by Six One Indie
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December 18, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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An Xbox spokesperson told me that "Xbox does not have a partnership with Kick. Kick independently published an app on our platform, and we are actively evaluating it under our store policies. Apps that do not comply with these policies are removed."

I've reached out to Kick.
December 17, 2025 at 9:13 PM
NEW: The Game Awards 2025 Was The Most Watched TGA Ever

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The Game Awards 2025 Was The Most Watched TGA Ever
After tallying up all of the data, it's been announced that The Game Awards 2025 was the most-watched edition of the show, ever.
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December 17, 2025 at 8:31 PM
But the US economy is "the best it's ever been"
"hardware spending was down a whopping 27% year-over-year to $695 million, the lowest hardware spending total for November since 2005's $455 million"

"unit sales reached 1.6 million, which is the lowest November total since 1995's 1.4 million"

2005!

1995!!
December 17, 2025 at 3:17 PM
The day it finally happens is going to be pure bliss
December 16, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Free Expansion Coming 2026

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Hollow Knight: Silksong Free Expansion Coming 2026
An all-new free DLC expansion for Hollow Knight: Silksong, titled Sea of Sorrow, has been announced and releasing in 2026.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Pretty excited to be sitting down with the voice of my childhood for a story, Tim Kitzrow.

I've interviewed him once back in 2017 and have been hoping for another opportunity to talk with him. Today's that day!

BOOMSHAKALAKA!
December 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
A regular reminder that Mark Kern is a stain on the gaming industry.
December 13, 2025 at 7:48 PM
EXCLUSIVE: I've learned a new Alien game that's been in the works since 2020 is back in development after it was presumed to be scrapped.

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EXCLUSIVE – A New Alien Game Is Back In Development
Insider Gaming has learned that a new Alien game is in development, and has been in the works for a number of years.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Who wants an exclusive about a nearly 50-year-old IP that has another game in development?
December 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Where's the AI robot for Embark's speech?
December 12, 2025 at 3:21 AM
They put Best Indie Game on the damn preshow?! Really.

Support @indiegameawards.gg December 18
December 12, 2025 at 12:52 AM
It's still something that gets brought up a lot. So, I often like to share this:

Let's Talk About Anonymous Sources

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Let's Talk About Anonymous Sources
Journalists use them all the time when breaking exclusive news, but why are reporters always using anonymous sources?
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December 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
📰NEW: Rockstar Will Be Investigated, UK Prime Minister Says

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Rockstar Will Be Investigated, UK Prime Minister Says
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK) has said that Rockstar will be investigated for potential union busting.
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December 10, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 media events are taking place. Embargo lifts, I believe, next week from what I know.
December 10, 2025 at 2:54 PM