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technology-and-policy8 days ago•16 min saved

EU KIDS Act Sparks Debate Over Age Verification and Online Gaming

The European Commission’s proposed KIDS Act aims to protect minors online but faces criticism for potentially restricting gaming and undermining privacy. The legislation, introduced in September 2026, mandates strict age verification and safety measures for digital services. While supporters view it as a necessary step against online harms, critics argue it imposes burdensome compliance on developers and infringes on fundamental rights.

via Notebookcheck|

#age-verification #digital-rights #eu-kids-act

gaming2 months ago•4 min saved

PSN outage spikes as Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls open beta kicks off

PlayStation Network outages spiked as tens of thousands queued to access the Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls open beta, with Steam showing around 22,000 concurrent players at peak and no official Sony statement yet as the weekend approaches.

via Eurogamer.net|

#gaming #marvel-tokon-fighting-souls #online-gaming

news6 months ago•14 min saved

Sony Phasing Out PSN Branding in Branding Clean-Up Without Changing Online Features

A Kotaku report citing Insider Gaming says Sony will retire the PlayStation Network (PSN) branding by September 2026, making the change strictly visual across SIE assets; core online features like friends, multiplayer, and trophies will remain unaffected, with evidence visible as PS5 network menus drop the PSN label in favor of just “PlayStation.”

via Kotaku|

#branding #news #online-gaming

online-gaming7 months ago•18 min saved

Lightning-Cash: USA's 2026 Fast-Payout Online Casinos

The piece surveys the top US online casinos for 2026 that offer near-instant payouts, emphasizing crypto-based withdrawals (Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, Lightning Network) that typically arrive in minutes. It profiles BetWhale, Lucky Rebel, Wild.io, Thunderpick, and Bets.io—covering game libraries, security, licensing, generous bonuses, and crypto-focused payout speeds—and outlines simple withdrawal steps while stressing responsible gaming. The takeaway: crypto-enabled fast cashouts are reshaping the US online gambling scene, with several operators delivering same-day or minute-level withdrawals and substantial rewards.

via On Pattison|

#casino-bonuses #crypto-payments #fast-payout

technology9 months ago•1 min saved

Popular Game to Be Shut Down and Removed from Stores

2K Sports announced that WWE 2K24 will be delisted and its servers shut down by March 31, 2026, after which online features will no longer be available. The game, released in March 2024, will have been online for about two years, with offline modes remaining accessible. This is part of a broader trend of server closures for sports and online games by 2K and other publishers.

via GameSpot|

#2k-sports #delisting #online-gaming

gaming11 months ago•1 min saved

ARC Raiders Refunds Loot Stolen by Cheaters

Embark Studios in Arc Raiders is refunding players who lose loot due to cheaters, aiming to promote fair gameplay and combat cheating without overly invasive anti-cheat measures. The game currently has a low incidence of cheating, and the developer's approach includes restoring lost items when cheating is detected.

via Kotaku|

#arc-raiders #cheating #embark-studios

world1 year ago•2 min saved

States and families sue Roblox over child safety concerns

Louisiana's attorney general sued Roblox, alleging the platform's lack of strong safety protocols has made it a haven for child predators, citing inadequate age verification and harmful content, and seeking to restrict its safety claims.

via NBC News|

#child-safety #lawsuit #online-gaming

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

The Impact of Payment Policies and Content Restrictions on the Video Game Industry

Two online gaming marketplaces, Itch.io and Steam, have removed adult-only content due to new regulations from payment processors like Mastercard and Visa, which restrict certain types of content to comply with their standards. This move has sparked a petition with over 80,000 signatures protesting the policy changes, arguing that they allow credit card companies to police personal choices based on moral values rather than legality.

via NewsNation|

#adult-content #online-gaming #payment-processors

technology1 year ago•8 min saved

Mario Kart World Controversies Highlight Nintendo's Online Challenges

The recent patch to Mario Kart World on the Switch 2 highlights Nintendo's ongoing struggle with online game design, as changes to match-making and track selection have sparked significant player backlash, revealing tensions between Nintendo's traditional, controlled approach and modern online gaming expectations.

via Polygon|

#game-updates #mario-kart-world #nintendo

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Rematch Launches Without Crossplay, But Keeps Players Hooked

Sloclap's new soccer game Rematch launched without crossplay due to unforeseen technical issues, with the studio apologizing and prioritizing its development for future updates. The game is available on PS5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X, but cross-platform multiplayer will be added later.

via Polygon|

#crossplay #game-development #online-gaming

gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

Square Enix Launches Killer Inn, a Murder Mystery Shooter

Square Enix announced Killer Inn, a new multiplayer game combining social deduction and shooter elements, featuring 24 players split into Wolves and Lambs with gameplay involving murder, deduction, and combat, amid concerns about its reception following previous online game failures.

via Eurogamer|

#gaming #killer-inn #multiplayer-game

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

Fortnite OG Shatters Records with Over 1 Million Players in 20 Minutes

Fortnite OG, a new game mode that revives the Chapter 1 Season 1 version of Fortnite, attracted over one million concurrent players within 20 minutes of its release. This mode, which includes both regular and Zero Build options, follows the highly successful "Remix: The Finale" event that drew 14 million viewers. Unlike previous temporary releases, this OG map is a permanent addition, and its popularity will be closely watched.

via Polygon|

#epic-games #fortnite #game-modes

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Faces Player Drop Amid Server Struggles and Quirky Error Fixes

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 players have encountered a new character, dubbed "Red Error Guy," due to server issues during the game's launch. This character appears when the game fails to load assets, a problem exacerbated by the new always-online component and high player traffic. The developers are aware of the long loading times and are working to resolve the server issues.

via Polygon|

#gaming #launch-issues #microsoft-flight-simulator

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Roblox Enhances Child Safety with New Parental Controls and Chat Restrictions

Roblox has announced a major update to its safety features and parental controls to enhance protection for young gamers. The update includes remote-accessible parental controls, allowing parents to manage their child's gaming experience from their own accounts, and introduces content filtering categories. Additionally, players under 13 will no longer be able to send Direct Messages, addressing concerns over inappropriate communications. These changes come amid growing scrutiny over child safety on digital platforms.

via NPR|

#child-safety #digital-safety #online-gaming

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Roblox Enhances Child Safety with New Parental Controls

Roblox is enhancing parental controls to give parents more oversight of their children's activities on the platform, following concerns about child grooming and inappropriate content. Starting Monday, parents can access a dashboard to monitor their child's interactions and screen time, and restrict users under nine to mild content. The changes come after allegations of child sexual abuse content on Roblox, prompting calls for improved safety measures. Additional restrictions for under-13s will be implemented in December.

via The Guardian|

#child-safety #content-moderation #online-gaming