32-bit software should be functionally obsolete, but it turns out to live on in a 64-bit computing world. So, Canonical is putting 32-bit libraries back in to its next Ubuntu Linux releases.

Steam is dropping official support for Ubuntu, which is currently the world's most popular desktop Linux distribution. The bombshell news was delivered by

Game wikis are a source of invaluable information for millions of players. Who builds them and why build something for free?

Research on lucid dreams is still in its infancy, but some induction techniques already hold real promise - and most can be tried in the comfort of your own bedroom. By Achilleas Pavlou.

AI, computer modeling, and data mining are tools for a new field focusing on how games have evolved.

The makers of Fortnite, one of the most popular video games ever, have been quizzed by MPs over what measures are taken to protect players of the game. Epic Games representatives were asked how it ensured users did not spend too much time or money on the game. Legal counsel Canon Pence said this was not something the company currently tracked. This was "extraordinary", said Damian Collins, who chairs the Digital, Culture Media and Sport Committee.

Finally, the HD remake we’ve all been waiting for: a series of neural nets took the classic pixelated mug of the space marine from seminal 1993 first-person shooter “Doom” and churned out an almost photorealistic portrait.

'Every game you like is built on the backs of workers'

Could war games replace the real thing? By Jonathon Keats.

Microsoft and Nintendo's burgeoning relationship continued at E3 this year, with the news that Minecraft Dungeons is Switch-bound and that Banjo and Kazooie – characters owned by Microsoft, lest we forget – are joining the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster.

Microsoft has had a blockbuster E3 with numerous exciting gaming announcements. One that will appeal to its long-time fan base will be the freshly baked Age of Empires II Definitive Edition that has been fully remastered to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its launch. The refresh brings high-res 4K Ultra HD visuals along with remastered audio to bring it into line with Age of Empires Definitive Edition which launched in 2017.

In an attempt to analyze the myth -- or not -- of the chubby gamer, scientists reach a simple conclusion.

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The PS5 and Xbox Scarlett are rumored to cost $399.

"We do think the way that we have implemented these kinds of mechanics is actually quite ethical and quite fun"

The Nintendo Switch is getting two more Resident Evil ports. Nintendo and Capcom announced during a Nintendo Direct E3 2019 presentation that Resident Evil 5 and Resident Evil 6 will be released for Switch this fall.

In some cryptic messaging, Microsoft hints at a next-gen Xbox console reveal for its press conference, which is scheduled for Sunday, June 9.

The gaming platform will launch in November with games such as Destiny 2 and Mortal Kombat 11.

The advances of modern AI research could bring unprecedented benefits to game development

Chances are if you are a serious gamer, you have heard of many of these tournaments. For the rest of us, check out the details and see what the top tournaments are for online gamers.