The Ultimate Guide to Gaming
A curated Canadian 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.
Canadian Gaming News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
GeoComply wins FinTech Breakthrough security award again
GeoComply has been named FinTech Breakthrough's Financial Transaction Security Platform of the Year for the second year running.
Intel unveils Canada laptop guide with game giveaway
Intel launches a Canada laptop guide from CAD $399.99 to CAD $2,199.99, bundling select gaming models with a free blockbuster PC title.
K-pop & gaming lead YouTube trends among Canadians in 2025
K-pop tracks and gaming content dominated YouTube trends in Canada for 2025, highlighting the country's diverse music and creator communities.
K-pop & gaming lead YouTube trends for Canadians in 2025
K-pop and gaming dominated YouTube trends in Canada for 2025, with hit songs and creators shaping a diverse digital cultural landscape.
Artificial Agency launches AI behaviour model for video games
Artificial Agency launches alpha of its AI behaviour software, enabling dynamic, adaptive agents in video games for select studios in a pilot program.
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?
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
The inconvenient truth of scaling gaming apps
Malpa Games lifts cash balance by $3M while boosting UA
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Gaming News
Yuno & Triple-A add stablecoin payments for merchants
Merchants can now add regulated stablecoin checkout through Yuno’s single integration, cutting setup work and easing cross-border payments.
Animoca Brands launches USD $10 million Minds AI fund
Early-stage developers could tap platform support and distribution links as Animoca Brands backs Minds AI builds with up to USD $10 million.
Sumsub launches Adaptive Deepfake Detector for fraud
Fraud teams facing faster AI-driven attacks can now update defences within hours as Sumsub’s detector learns new deepfake tactics automatically.
Troveo expands AI data platform into five categories
AI developers may gain harder-to-find rights-cleared material as Troveo adds audio, text, gaming and robotics data to video.
SAS launches AI supply chain agent in industry push
Retailers and manufacturers could get near real-time planning help as SAS opens a private preview of a supply chain agent.
One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection
Fans face a higher risk of phishing as most FIFA World Cup 2026 partners still lack the strict email checks that block spoofed messages.
Tuned Global launches streaming manipulation detection
Music streamers and rights holders can now flag bot-driven listening that distorts royalties and chart data under Tuned Global's new controls.
ENDOFY launches showcase Aquarius 8000 PC cases & fans
Gamers and workstation builders gain more choice as the glass-fronted chassis supports GPUs up to 450 mm and radiators up to 420 mm.
VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students
Schools can now plug age-specific lessons into classrooms as VIPRE’s new training tackles phishing, bullying and AI impersonation threats.
World Cup ad spend at risk from campaign data flaws
Poor campaign naming could leave advertisers blind on performance, with as much as USD $3.9 billion in World Cup ad spend at risk.
G2A partners with epay on gaming gift cards marketplace
Gamers in dozens of markets will gain quicker access to prepaid codes as the marketplace adds hundreds of music, video and game gift cards.
LoopMe launches Chartboost Direct for app publishers
As web traffic falls, the new system aims to help app publishers tap brand budgets directly without changing their ad tech stack.
Gigabyte unveils dark wood AM5 motherboard for gamers
Desktops are becoming display pieces as Gigabyte targets builders wanting AM5 gaming performance with a deep-wood finish and Wi-Fi 7.
Intel releases neural texture compression SDK for game devs
The kit could cut game texture storage by up to 17x and ease memory pressure, though the best results still need Intel's XMX graphics hardware.
Android leads subscription app growth as markets shift
Android has become the main growth engine for subscription apps, with paid installs now outnumbering free ones on the platform.
Animoca Brands launches AliBAE with CHECK bounty rewards
Creators can now compete for 100,000 CHECK in early access campaigns as Animoca Brands ties AI content rewards to audience response.
Tp-Link launches Wi-Fi 7 gaming routers from AUD $279
Households juggling gaming, streaming and calls may see less network congestion as TP-Link rolls out Wi-Fi 7 routers from AUD $279.
Gcore sees DDoS attacks surge to 1.3 million in Q4
Brief, high-volume floods are increasingly overwhelming businesses, with technology, financial services and gaming among the hardest hit sectors.
CRKD launches compact ATOM+ controller with thumbsticks
Players moving between Switch 2, PC and mobile will get broader control options from late June, as the compact pad targets portable, multi-device gaming.
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CRKD unveils ULT PRO controller for competitive players
Competitive gamers will get a £64.99 controller with TMR thumbsticks, six remappable inputs and 1000Hz polling when shipping starts in June 2026.