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Google formally separates sweepstakes and social games, what it means Casino Streamers Google formally separates sweepstakes and social games, what it means By Khizar Mundia Could the Oklahoma City Thunder be a catalyst for sports betting in the state? News Could the Oklahoma City Thunder be a catalyst for sports betting in the state? By Khizar Mundia As New Zealand makes online casinos legal, overseas taxes ramp up News As New Zealand makes online casinos legal, overseas taxes ramp up By Khizar Mundia
As US betting expansion rolls through Missouri, sports teams jump in News
As US betting expansion rolls through Missouri, sports teams jump in Olivia Richman The Missouri Gaming Commission is granting new licenses to multiple gambling operators as online betting continues to proliferate worldwide, and more specifically across the US. The approved operators include some of the biggest names in sports betting. According to the Missouri regulator’s PR coordinator, Liz Hoffman, these licenses remain temporary but will allow the involved companies to test sports betting systems and equipment ahead of the full launch that is …
Crypto giant Yolo Group announces focus on licensed gambling, says “world has moved on” News
Crypto giant Yolo Group announces focus on licensed gambling, says “world has moved on” Olivia Richman Crypto billionaire and entrepreneur Tim Heath has revealed an entirely new direction for Yolo Group, better aligning with the evolving landscapes of both cryptocurrency and licensed gambling. Yolo Group is a tech company innovating in the gaming, blockchain, and fintech sectors. It owns multiple online casinos and sportsbooks, putting it at the front of a rapidly changing industry. With those changes in mind, Heath has announced that the brand is …
What to make of Pragmatic Play pulling out of US sweepstakes Slots
What to make of Pragmatic Play pulling out of US sweepstakes Olivia Richman iGaming supplier Pragmatic Play will no longer have licensing available to sweepstakes casino operators in the United States, leaving those in and around the betting and gaming industry to wonder what the next steps might be as the sweeps landscape continues to evolve in the US. At the time of the announcement, Pragmatic Play already wasn’t providing its games in the United States, which has brought some to question why …
How to best optimize your PC settings for Monster Hunter Wilds News
How to best optimize your PC settings for Monster Hunter Wilds gabhernandez Monster Hunter Wilds is a bonafide hit on Steam, but players are already looking for best optimized settings to actually enjoy the game on PC at launch. Capcom’s new golden era shows no signs of stopping with the release of Monster Hunter Wilds.  The Monster Hunter franchise has always been a solid anchor for the company, especially after the release of Monster Hunter World. That 2018 entry saw sales of …
These are the best Human Torch counters in Marvel Rivals News These are the best Human Torch counters in Marvel Rivals By Nina Forneloza Can you walk in Marvel Rivals on PC? News Can you walk in Marvel Rivals on PC? By Hannan Mundia This is exactly how the Marvel Rivals ban system works News This is exactly how the Marvel Rivals ban system works By Hannan Mundia
Layoffs have hit Marvel Rivals dev team in North America, but why? News
Layoffs have hit Marvel Rivals dev team in North America, but why? gabhernandez The North American development team for Marvel Rivals has just announced layoffs despite the game’s runaway success. There’s simply no denying the great success Marvel Rivals has fostered in just a short amount of time.  Within three days of the game’s launch, developer NetEase announced it had reached 10 million players for Marvel Rivals. For context, the original Overwatch reached that number only after a month despite its great initial …
The TF2 SDK release paints a bright future for mods News
The TF2 SDK release paints a bright future for mods gabhernandez Valve is officially releasing the TF2 SDK for fans, which could be the beginning of a new era of mods for the community. Team Fortress 2 boasts one of the most loyal communities in gaming. As the game approaches its 18th anniversary, TF2 maintains over 50,000 players daily, a feat few other games have achieved. Despite that loyalty, Valve has remained tight-lipped on updates for the classic team shooter. The …
Marvel Rivals to nerf triple strategist comp in mid-season changes News
Marvel Rivals to nerf triple strategist comp in mid-season changes M Alzamora As Marvel Rivals reaches the halfway point in Season 1, they have plans for a number of adjustments – including some that will shake-up and nerf the triple strategist meta. The first half of Marvel Rivals Season 1 is almost over, and changes are on the way. Players have already gotten a sneak peek at some of the mid-season adjustments, including a quickly walked-back rank reset change. Marvel Rivals has …
The best character creator mods for Stardew Valley 1.6 News
The best character creator mods for Stardew Valley 1.6 gabhernandez Stardew Valley 1.6 players have a plethora of character creator mods to choose from, thanks to the game’s ever-active community. With the release of 1.6, Stardew Valley players have returned in droves to the cozy farm sim game.  The game has grown significantly since its humble 2016 debut. All-new areas, festivals, and even NPCs have made their way to Pelican Town. Its popularity can also be attributed to the regular …
Is there any hope for a StarCraft 3? Here’s everything we know Steven Rondina News RTS players have all wondered whether there’s hope for a StarCraft 3, but what’s the official word on the series at this point? The original StarCraft is one of the biggest video games of all time. The popularity of Brood War in Korea was so great that its tournaments became the stuff of legends, and still stand as some of the biggest esports events ever. StarCraft 2 was a major …
Elden Ring: Save file locations and how to back them up Steven Rondina News Every Elden Ring player has wanted to back up their saves and reload them using a save manager at some point. Thankfully, this is possible and fairly easy. Elden Ring is a game that forces players to make many choices. Whether it’s a binary choice during an NPC’s questline or deciding whether to use those precious materials to max out a wapon’s level, players are forced to make irrevocable choices. …
How to get the best outcome for Spoils of War in KCD2 gabhernandez News Spoils of War is one of the more involved side quests in KCD2, and players may want to know the best outcome for it. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 is a game built on consequences. The grounded approach to roleplaying means players must carefully think about their choices. Without KCD2 mods, players only have a limited amount of saves.  While “save-scumming” is a tried-and-true approach among KCD fans, some players may …
The best settings to run Civilization 7 on Steam Deck gabhernandez News Civilization 7 reignites the iconic 4X franchise for 2025, and some fans are curious if the game can run on the Steam Deck. The return of Civilization awakened many fans from a long slumber. While the launch did have mixed reception, most players agree the gameplay is some of the best the franchise has ever had. Once Firaxis fixes significant issues like Civilization 7 not launching and the UI weirdness, …
How to see if you’re shadow banned in Call of Duty, what it does Steven Rondina News Just like many other games and apps, shadow bans exist in Call of Duty; but what do they actually do and how can you tell if you’re affected? Moderating user interactions is one of the most difficult things to handle for any tech company. The internet is all kinds of toxic these days and toxicity can run off new users. That said, tech companies also don’t want to chase off …
The best way to run Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 for Steam Deck gabhernandez News KCDKingdom Come Deliverance 2 is receiving rave reviews, but some players wonder how it runs on the Steam Deck. Like its predecessor, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 proves there’s still a hunger for grounded RPG games. Far from being a power fantasy, Warhorse Studios prides itself on making the player work for their success once again. Starting destitute, players must do exciting tasks like “get a job” and “find a place …
Attempt to legalize online gambling in Indiana is paused Olivia Richman News The state of Indiana is no longer attempting to legalize online casinos, with the attempt being paused for the time being. House Speaker Todd Hutson confirmed the decision after a bill failed to advance after it was looked over by the financial review committee. House Bill 1432 had previously passed through the House Public Policy Committee but was not granted a hearing with the Ways and Means Committee to discuss …
Avowed Steam Deck guide: How playable is it and best settings Steven Rondina News Avowed is tracking to be one of the best RPGs of 2025 and if players use the right settings, the Steam Deck stands as a great way to play the game. There’s no shortage of great games to play on the Steam Deck, and that includes some modern classics. Unfortunately, some titles are just too technically demanding, or just aren’t optimized well enough, to run on the hardware. The “Great …
UK slots operator fined $125K after exploitation accusations Olivia Richman News A slot machine operator based in the UK, Merkur Slots UK, has been fined the equivalent of $125,596.50 by the Gambling Commission after a troubling exploitation case came to light. In November 2023, 64-year-old gambler Wendy Hughes lost around $2,513 at Merkur Slots UK’s Stockport branch. Months after she was diagnosed with cancer, Hughes spent 16 hours at the location, even getting up at one point to get more money …
How to fix Civilization 7 not launching on PC plus common causes gabhernandez News Many Civilization 7 players reported their game not launching, and to understand the fixes, they must know the common causes. Civilization 7 launched to a mixed reception for PC players. The new gameplay elements received universal praise, with many supporting Firaxis’ changes to Civilization 7. These changes made a classic franchise feel fresh, and the combinations of leaders and civilizations alone captivated fans. Unfortunately for players, Civilization 7 lacks in …
Everything we know about the new Elden Ring Nightreign classes Hannan Mundia News The Elden Ring Nightreign network test will allow players to choose from four character classes, and while the full game will have more, we’ve already gotten a good look at how these four classes will play. Elden Ring Nightreign is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Soulslike experiences yet. Not only does it have callbacks to other FromSoftware games including the Dark Souls series, but the multiplayer-focused …
How to get Mr Fantastic, Invisible Woman wedding skins for free M Alzamora News Two of the newest additions to the Marvel Rivals cast are about to receive special 60th Wedding Anniversary costumes, and Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman fans may have a chance to get these new cosmetics for free. As a completely free-to-play game, Marvel Rivals uses interesting and intriguing cosmetics to encourage players to spend money and deck out their favorite heroes. These are usually based on alternate character designs found …

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