New consoles, new handheld gaming devices, new services, new games, and new multimedia adaptations are all included in this list of the top February 2022 games trends.
One of the most interesting game reveals this month is the second trailer for 'Palworld,' an open-world multiplayer game that blends several genres into one. Palworld thrusts players into a world filled with Pokemon-like creatures and possibilities. The game boasts creature-collecting features then twists the genre by giving the 'Pals' and the trainers, guns. In addition to this, the game features a beautiful open-world and town-building features similar to FarmVille.
For hardware trends, the 'Picoo' screen-free gaming console helps children and young adults get active without harming their eyes. The Picoo connects to multiple other devices to enable cooperative play. Once this connection is done, simply scan a game code and the Picoo will allow users to play games that utilize sounds, lights, and vibrative feedback. The Picoo is an excellent way to get children their gaming fix without needing to sit them in front of a screen for long periods of time.
Top 80 Games Trends in February
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Screen-Free Gaming Devices
The Picoo Gaming Console Offers Interactive Play
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Handheld-Console Carrying Bags
'WaterField' Unveiled a New Pouch Built for the Analogue Pocket
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Visualized Audio Gamer Soundbars
The LG Sound View Speaker Concept Brings Audio to Life
77
Next-Gen Handheld Gamer Consoles
This Sony PlayStation Portable Concept Modernizes a Classic
76
Gamified NFT Platforms
'G2 Esports' and 'Metaplex' Have Announced the 'Samurai Army' for Gamers
75
Food-Safe Board Game Dice
A New Kickstarter Project Offers Dice That Double as a Drink Cooler
74
Immersive Metaverse Dating Apps
'Kippo 2.0' Allows Users to Build a Home in a Virtual World
73
Video Game-Inspired Hovercrafts
This Mario Kart Hovercraft Appears to Float Off the Ground
72
Futuristic Gaming Desks
Razer's Project Sophia is a Modular RGB Desk with In-Built Touchscreens
71
Metaverse Concert Venues
Warner Music Group Has Opened a Concert Hall Inside of 'The Sandbox'
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Wireless Portable VR Devices
HTC Vive Announced a New Wireless VR Device to Compete with Meta
69
NFT Esports Platforms
GameSquare and ARterra Have Announced an Official Collaboration
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Play-To-Earn Mafia Metaverses
SYN CITY is Set to Launch Via Binance on December 9
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Mindful Virtual Reality Games
'Maloka' Introduces and Teaches Mindfulness Through Gameplay
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AI-Powered Video Upscaling
Nvidia Has Announced 'DLDSR' Technology for Its Graphics Processors
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Workplace-Focused Metaverse Features
Meta's Newest Update to the Quest is Efficiency-Focused
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Minimalist Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
This Sony PlayStation 6 Concept by She Yin is Sleek
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Tactile Bare-Hands Metaverse Devices
Emerge Home Enables Physical Touch in Virtual Worlds
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Open-World Creature Collecting Games
'Pokémon Legends: Arceus' Reinvents the Series' Formula
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Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts
The Conceptual 'OBJKT-2' Tiny Gaming Console is Nostalgic
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Budget-Friendly Gaming PCs
HP Announced the Launch of the 'Victus 15L' Mid-Range Prebuilt Computer
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Multi-Modal Gaming Controllers
HyperX Debuts First-Ever Wireless Games Controller, the Clutch
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Universe-Expanding Sci-Fi Games
Respawn Entertainment Has Announced Three Upcoming Star Wars Games
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Multimedia Treasure Hunts
'Madok's Interactive Treasure Hunt' Will Keep Players Busy for Hours
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3D Virtual Reality Streaming
Mythical Games Acquired Polystream to Enhance Metaverse Streaming
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Ultra-Powerful Gaming Phones
Details About the Lenovo Legion Y90 Were Leaked by @Pandaisbald
54
Humorous Management Games
Two Point Campus Allows Players to Create a Fun-Filled College School
53
Modular Gaming Console Cases
The 'G-Case' for Nintendo Switch is Multifunctional
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Drag Culture Video Games
The 'Drag Her!' Video Game Merges Mortal Combat and Drag Race
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Single-Handed Gaming Controllers
This One-Handed DualSense Controller is Accessible
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Play-To-Earn Restaurant Games
'Good Fortune Arcade' Allows Users to Play a Game to Earn Vouchers
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Anime-Inspired Art Exhibits
Daniel Arsham is Showing 'A Ripple in Time' at Five Venues in Tokyo
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Pre-Built Tactile Mechanical Keyboards
Logitech Has Debuted the G413 SE in TKL and Full-Size Modes
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Olympic-Themed Mobile Games
Olympic Games Jam: Beijing 2022 Features NFTs
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Ultra-Portable Gaming Tablets
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 Offers Impressive Power in a Compact Design
45
Cooperative Alien Survival Games
'Rainbow Six Extraction' is a Thrilling Three-Player Experience
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Single-Player Virtual Card Games
CD Projekt RED Recently Announced 'Project Golden Nekker'
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Dual-Screen Tablet Upgrades
The Microsoft Surface Duo Has Been Updated to Android 11
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Affordable Gaming GPUs
NVIDIA Has Unveiled the 'RTX 3050' Budget-Friendly Graphics Card
41
Haptic Response Gamer Vests
The OWO Haptic Vest Has 10 Feedback Areas
40
Compact Gaming Laptops
Google Has Debuted Two New Game-Ready Chromebooks on Chrome OS
39
High-Fidelity Japanese Gaming Headsets
Audio-Technica Unveiled Two New Analog Headsets
38
Virtual Reality Wrist Controllers
The VIVE Wrist VR Tracker Offers Impressive Tracking and More
37
Refocused Mixed Reality Initiatives
Google Has Remodeled Its VR Headwear to Use Full-Eye Coverage
36
Independent Metaverse VR Headsets
Apple's Upcoming HMD Device is Separate from Facebook and Meta
35
Esports Retailer Collaborations
EXCEL Esports Has Entered an Exclusive Partnership with JD SPORTS
34
Fitness-Focused Gaming Wearables
The 'Quell' is an Immersive Gaming Console with Haptic Feedback
33
Ergonomic Linen Gaming Chairs
AndaSeat Launched the Phantom 3 Customizable Gaming Chair
32
Game-Movie Bundles
Uncharted Movie Tickets are Free with a Purchase of the Video Game
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Graphically Enhanced Mobile Devices
Samsung Phones Will Contain a Ray-Tracing-Enabled GPU
30
Expansive Esports Training Programs
'Team Singularity' Improved and Relaunched Its Academy Project
29
Customizable Gaming Keyboards
Thermaltake Introduces the ARGENT K6 RGB Gaming Keyboard
28
Streamer-Branded Mobile Games
Netflix Launches Two New Mobile Games: 'Arcanium' & 'Krispee Street'
27
Convenient Multi-Device Features
Apple's 'Universal Control' Feature is Easy to Set Up and Use
26
Blockchain Payment Services
Google Has Opened a Blockchain Division to Embrace Web3
25
Car-Suited Karaoke Accessories
Tesla Has Released Its Chinese New Year Update and the 'TeslaMic'
24
Heartfelt Movie Adaptations
Hazelight Studios is Working to Adapt 'It Takes Two' for Television
23
Illuminated Liquid-Cooled Laptops
The XMG NEO 15 Liquid Cooled Gaming Laptop is Hyper-Efficient
22
Digital Super Resolution Features
AMD Has Announced a Feature that Improves Performance by 70%
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Mobile App-Enabled Computers
Windows 11 Will Begin Supporting Android Apps Next Month
20
Console Subscription Services
Ubisoft is Bringing Its Subscription Service to Xbox Systems
19
Fast Console-Storage Upgrades
Corsair Has Released the 'Mp600 Pro LPX' for Use in PS5s and Pcs
18
Football Club Esports Partnerships
FC Barcelona Has Entered Into a New Partnership with GHME
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Subscription Management Features
Windows 11 Now Features a Subscription Manager Inside Settings
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Improved On-Demand Gaming Services
Ubisoft Has Partnered with Gamestream to Improve Ubisoft+
15
Live-Action Video Game Shows
'Halo The Series' on Paramount Plus is Action Packed
14
Improved Digital Game Platforms
Epic Games Has Announced Various Updates and Improvements
13
Video Game-Inspired Cartoons
Netflix Has Announced an Exclusive 1930s-Inspired Cuphead Cartoon
12
Gaming Studio Acquisitions
Sony Recently Purchased Bungie Studios for $3.6 Billion
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iOS-Compatible Game Streaming Services
NVIDIA and Epic Have Brought Fortnite Back to iOS Devices
10
AI-Supporting Art Projects
Electronics Hub Has Shown What Self-Rendered Game Consoles Look Like
9
Self Exploration Art Games
‘Chicory: a Colorful Tale’ is a Colouring Adventure Game
8
Charity-Focused Gaming Events
'Awesome Games Done Quick' Has Raised $3.4 Million for Charity
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Re-Released Retro Games
Nintendo Has Revived the N64 Classic 'Banjo-Kazooie' for the Switch
6
Long Range WiFi Routers
rock space Launched the AX1800 Router with a Dual-Core Processor
5
Updated TV Streaming Devices
Nvidia Has Announced Another Large Round of Updates for Its 'Shield'
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Open-World Multiplayer Video Games
Palworld Unveiled a Second Trailer for its Upcoming Launch
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Memory-Expanded Graphics Processors
Nvidia Unveiled the RTX 3080 12GB Model with More CUDA Cores
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First-Person Television-Inspired Games
‘Not For Broadcast’ is Both Challenging and Entertaining
1
Large Gaming Company Acquisitions
Microsoft Has Purchased Activision-Blizzard for $69 Billion
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Retro Gaming Experiences
My Arcade® is Showcasing the Gamestation Retro at CES 2025
AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Open-World Racing Games
Nintendo Announced 'Mario Kart World' With a New Format
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Rotating Display Gaming Consoles
The Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Work in Two Orientations
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Mobile Game Release Pranks
Pocket Pair is Releasing a Mobile Version of 'Palworld' on April 1
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
High-Fashion Video Game Consoles
The Balenciaga Snake Game Marks the Lunar New Year
Retro Gaming Phone Cases
The GameBaby Optimizes the iPhone 15 & 16 Pro Max for Mobile Gaming
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Talkative AI Toys
Bubblepal is a World-First Interactive Talking Toy Based on AIGC Technology
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The OneXPlayer X1 Has a 10-95-Inch Display
Affordable Mobile Gaming Phones
Tecno Mobile's Pova 6 Pro has an Outspoken Gaming-Inspired Design
80s-Inspired E-Ink Gaming Consoles
The 'Ink Console' Offers a Series of Text-Driven Adventures
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Video Game-Themed Chocolate Gifts
The Nintendo and Godiva Chocolates are Arriving in Japan
Refined Mobile Gamer Smartphones
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Shows Off a Premium Design at CES 2024
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Vertical Dual-Screen Handhelds
The MagicX Zero 40
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
Detachable Gaming Console Laptops
The Wistron Dual Fusion Imagines a System for Work and Play
Cozy Video Game Loungewear
The Super Mario Meets Gelato Pique Collection is Arriving in Japan
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Virtual Pet Gaming Devices
Tamagotchi Unveils Three New Devices with Unique Finishes
Ultra-Compact Horizontal Handhelds
The MIYOO A30 Emulates Thousands of Games at a Low Price
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Eco-Conscious Puzzle Games
Joe Jonas, Kwalee and PlanetPlay Promote Text Express: Word Adventure
Powerful Handheld Emulation Devices
GoRetroid Announced its Upcoming 'Retroid Pocket 4'
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
Interactive Screen-Free Games
Spin & Play® Encourages Physical Activity and Cognitive Development
Educational AI-Powered Devices
Think Academy Introduced its 'Thinkpal AI Tablet' at CES 2025
Digital Pet Board Games
Tamagotchi Collections is for Two to Four Players
Modern Update Mobile Games
Flappy Bird is Getting Another Launch with New Modern Changes
Handheld Retro Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO Classic Weighs in at 227-Grams
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Horizontal Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO is Android-Powered
AR Headset Handheld Consoles
The TECNO Pocket Go Works with the AR Pocket Vision Headset
Collaborative Streaming Game Experiences
Netflix and Roblox Partnered for a Digital Theme Park
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Vertical Layout Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20 Pro Plays 16-bit-era Games with Ease
Digital Marble Tabletop Games
The FunPop Tabletop Pinball Game Works with Up to Four Players
Interactive Educational Toy Lines
LeapFrog Debuts Its Latest Collection at Toy Fair 2025
Mobile Retro Gaming Handsets
The AYANEO Pocket ACE Supports Classic Console Games
High-Performance Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AOKZOE A2 Has the Ryzen 77849 U Processor
Gamified Virtual Fitness Apps
GymPet Transforms Workouts Like an Interactive Game
Sharable Digital Video Games
The Nintendo Switch Virtual Game Card Allows for Sharing
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Interactive Light Mini Controllers
8BitDo Introduces the New Ultimate Mini Game Controller
Remastered Classic Rhythm Games
PlayStation's Patapon Game is Coming to Steam and Switch
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Android-Powered Handheld Systems
AYANEO Debuts its Second Android Handheld, the Pocket S
Virtual Pet Gaming Updates
Tamagotchi Uni Releases the Expansive Tama Portal Feature
Sleep-Supporting Virtual Pets
The National Sleep Foundation Featured Pocket Kado at CES 2024
Downsized Handheld Game Consoles
Go Retroid Announced the 'Pocket Mini' as its latest console
Low-Cost Gaming Devices
The RGB10X Offers Powerful Pocketable Emulation at Just $40
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Immersive Gaming-Targeted Projectors
The Philips GamePix 900 is Limited to 1,000 Units to Start
Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming
Retroid Designs the Pocket Classic Gaming Device
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Multiplayer Game Server Partnerships
Pocketpair Signed a Deal with Tencent Cloud to Launch Servers
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Building Block Game Consoles
LEGO and Nintendo are Releasing a Game Boy Building Block Set
Updated Game-Streaming Devices
Sony Added a Few Much-Needed Features to its 'Portal' Handheld
Low-Lag Gaming Projectors
The Philips GamePix 800 Smart Gaming Projector is Ultra-Bright
Romantic Mobile Game Events
The Pokémon Go Carnival of Love Event Celebrates Valentine's Day
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Iconic Mobile Card Games
The Pokemon Company Released Pokemon TCG: Live on Mobile Devices
AI-Driven Video Game Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Pro Has the Spectral Super Resolution Feature
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Immersive Memory Loss Simulators
Lost in the World Brings Alzheimer's Awareness to Gen Z Gamers
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Battle-Map Mobile Game Launches
Call of Duty Announces at the Upcoming Warzone Mobile Game
Square-Shaped Handheld Screens
Anbernic's Latest Handheld, the RG Cube, has a 1:1 Aspect Ratio
Digital Pet Video Games
Tamagotchi Plaza is Arriving on the Nintendo Switch
Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles
Sara Ourani Designs the SUP Game Box 400 Console
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Units
The Analogue Pocket GBC Colors Edition is Limited in Numbers
Nostalgic Trading Card Games
The Pokémon Company Introduces the 'Pocket' App for Digital Trading
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Handheld Emulation Devices
GoRetroid is Back with its Fifth-Iteration of the Retroid Pocket
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Best-Selling Console Sequels
Nintendo Dropped the Reveal Trailer for the 'Nintendo Switch 2'
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Foldable Gaming Controller Concepts
The Swift Game Controller Concept Makes it Easily Portable
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Collectible Penguin Games
'Pudgy Party' is an Upcoming Mobile Party Game with Web3 Elements
Industry-Leading VR Headsets
HTC is Returning to The VR Industry with a New Gaming Headset
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Value-Minded Video Game Consoles
This Nintendo Switch MAR10 Day Bundle Celebrates the Console
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Nostalgic Game Service Updates
Nintendo Has Launched 4 New SNES Games for Nintendo Switch Online
Teleporting First-Person Shooter Games
1047 Games Announced the Sequel to the Shooter 'Splitgate'
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
Mech-Focused PvP Games
'Mecha Break' Allows Players to Pilot Giant Battle Mechs
Interactive Toy Experiences
ToyPal Brings Soft Toys to Life with Personalized, AI-Powered Stories
3D Handheld Gaming PCs
The Tencent 3D One Doesn't Require Glasses for Immersive Graphics
Robot Character Digital Games
Sony Introduces the New Astro Bot Adventure Game
Trendy In-Game Music Hubs
Roblox Launches the New Roblox Music Hub for Music Discovery
Hardware-Brand Gaming Handhelds
The Zotac Zone is Coming Soon from the Motherboard Manufacturer
Creature-Collecting Survival Games
'Palworld' Officially Released on Steam Early Access
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Dedicated Multiplayer Chat Features
Nintendo is Adding 'GameChat' to Streamline Switch 2 Play
Retro Arcade-Themed Capsules
The Hundreds and Tetris are Teaming Up on the 'Future Vintage' Line
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Trading Card Game Developments
Pokémon Unveils the Upcoming Trading Card Game Pocket
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Chibi-Style Adventure Games
Nintendo Showcased a New Legend of Zelda Game with a Unique Style
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Pixel-Style Role-Play Games
Disney Adventures Into Pixel Gaming with its New Mobile Title
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Soothing Puzzle Games
Puzzle Odyssey Hosts a Collection of Games at Varying Levels
Gamified Productivity Apps
Get Productive Turns Phone-Free Time into a Game with Rewards
2D Forensic Investigation Games
Gravity Recently Released the Tokyo Psychodemic Game
Streaming Brand Trivia Games
Roku Weekly Trivia Puts User's Pop Culture Knowledge to the Test
Digital Dartboard Game Systems
The 'Pixeldarts' Electronic Throwing Game Offers Nonstop Fun
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'