The Ultimate Guide to Gaming
A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Gaming.
What to know about Gaming
Gaming encompasses a vast world of interactive entertainment that appeals to millions across New Zealand and beyond. From thrilling single-player adventures to competitive multiplayer battles, gaming offers diverse experiences that captivate players of all ages and interests.
Our stories cover the latest game releases, in-depth reviews, and hands-on experiences with both software and hardware, providing insights that help readers make informed choices. Whether you're into high-octane racing titles like F1 24, immersive RPGs such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, or exploring imaginative worlds through indie gems, our coverage connects you to the vibrant gaming culture.
Beyond games themselves, we delve into related topics like gaming gear, from advanced controllers and headsets to powerful gaming laptops and consoles. We also address issues affecting gamers today, including online safety, cyberbullying, and the impact of emerging technologies like virtual reality. For those looking to stay ahead of trends or simply enjoy great gaming moments, our Gaming tag is your gateway to all things gaming.
UK Gaming News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Shufti named leader in age verification & estimation
Rising regulatory scrutiny is pushing more buyers towards layered checks, after Liminal named Shufti a leader in age verification and estimation.
Krotos brings Video to Sound plugin to Premiere Pro
Editors can now build synced sound effects inside Adobe Premiere Pro, cutting rough sound design time for smaller teams under pressure.
Poki study says web gaming is stealing social media time
Browser-based play is claiming more attention from users and could help developers reach new players beyond crowded app stores.
OneOdio launches Focus A1 Pro headphones for USD $34.99
The budget ANC market is getting tighter as the foldable on-ear model adds 70-hour battery life and dual-device pairing for commuters.
One in five UK fans miss live sport due to broadband
Streaming delays and buffering are leaving millions of viewers missing key moments as home broadband struggles to cope with live sport.
UK retail investors top up accounts ahead of SpaceX
UK retail traders are boosting account balances as a rare large retail allocation in the SpaceX float spurs early buying interest.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Gaming
Reviews
Expert Columns
World IP Day: Why IP is the backbone of sporting brands' success
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
I didn't choose tech. Tech chose me
From video games to AI visibility: How women in tech can build authority through PR
How UA financing levels the playing field in mobile
The economy is the collateral: Why revenue reliability is the real requirement for growth in 2026
PvX ROAS insights: What Is driving UA performance today
Music tech predictions for 2026: Insights from Tuned Global
How to detect fake players in online gaming
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Building a digital economy for Gen Z
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Gaming News
Improbable backs Otomato with USD $2 million DeFi bet
The cash will help Otomato expand its DeFi monitoring tools across more blockchains as users seek fewer missed risks and opportunities.
nmatic.ai & Alibi Studios launch hybrid AI VFX studio
Brands and studios could cut visual effects time and costs by up to 30% as The Next Valley blends AI tools with human-led production.
Edinburgh study calls for youth-friendly banking redesign
Researchers found young Scots want simpler digital banking, stronger scam protection and advice that fits milestones such as jobs and rent.
Bull wins €30m contract for Sweden's Mimer AI factory
The five-year deal will give Swedish researchers and smaller firms cloud-style access to AI infrastructure as demand for Mimer grows.
TCL launches QLED TVs in UK with Google TV & Fire TV
British shoppers can now buy TCL's new QLED line-up from GBP £379, with models spanning Google TV, Fire TV and a 98in screen.
Neuphonic & Rapport launch real-time digital humans
Running on standard CPUs, the on-device system could make lifelike avatars practical for games, training and virtual assistants at scale.
IDnow & Trustfull partner on continuous fraud checks
Businesses face gaps in static KYC checks as the tie-up adds real-time behavioural and device signals to spot fraud after onboarding.
Nucleus365 signs white-label payments deal with Paysecure
Nucleus365 will white-label Paysecure's AI-driven payments orchestration suite, adding smart routing and 500+ connections to its platform.
World Cup to spark UK spending surge & second screens
World Cup set to kick off UK spending spree as fans splash out on home viewing gear and juggle matches with shopping on second screens.
Video game cheat economy grows into USD $8.5bn giant
A growing underground market for video game cheats has swelled into a USD $8.5 billion industry, outstripping esports and Twitch revenues.
Netherlands tops MedUX ranking for European 5G quality
The Netherlands has been named Europe's top market for 5G mobile quality, beating Denmark, Norway and Switzerland in MedUX's latest study.
'Phantom' smart gadgets blamed for slowing home WiFi
So-called phantom smart gadgets are quietly clogging home WiFi, slowing streaming and gaming as half-term pushes families online for longer.
Škoda brings AirConsole & Tetris to parked EV drivers
Škoda adds AirConsole gaming and six-month exclusive Tetris to Enyaq and Elroq, turning charging stops into smartphone-controlled play sessions.
IDnow hires ex-Ukraine minister for digital identity push
IDnow hires former Ukraine digital minister Liudmyla Rabchynska to steer EU identity wallet and eIDAS 2.0 regulatory strategy.
Vertiv unveils PowerUPS 200 range for homes & SMEs
Vertiv launches compact PowerUPS 200 range in EMEA, aiming backup power at homes, gaming setups, retail tills and small office equipment.
EE opens Lakeside store with AI safety appointments
EE has opened a new Lakeside Experience store, piloting 'Stay Safe with AI' sessions amid a GBP £3 million UK retail investment plan.
Brits hoard £4.14bn in unused games consoles at home
Brits are sitting on 49m unused games consoles worth GBP £4.14bn, as cash-strapped households hoard old tech instead of trading it in.
EE bundles WiFi 7 routers across all Full Fibre plans
EE becomes first major UK provider to bundle WiFi 7 routers with all Full Fibre plans as it readies for speeds up to 8.5Gbps.
YEO introduces privacy-first facial age and ID checks
YEO launches real-time facial age and ID checks promising 'unspoofable' privacy-first verification for social media, gaming and finance.
Zen Internet sees record traffic growth driven by sport
Zen Internet's UK network traffic jumped 21% in 2025, with repeated record peaks driven by live football and heavier daily streaming use.
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