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Video gaming has come a long way since the early days of Space Invaders and Pac-Man, with the advent of powerful consoles and virtual reality, and our smartphones doubling as portable gaming devices. Here’s where you’ll find reviews of the latest games and hardware, as well as news from the video gaming industry.
People play Wipeout at an exhibition tracing 30 years of the PlayStation console at the OXO Video Game Museum in Malaga, Spain, on November 13, 2025. Photo: EPA
TV shows and streaming video

How Sony’s PlayStation changed gaming and entertainment forever

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in North America and Europe, the PlayStation brand has penetrated popular culture like few others.

Artificial intelligence

Chinese tech giants from Kuaishou to Tencent reap early gains from big AI bets

Mobile gaming

How the Korean game company behind Lies of P found success after struggles

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China-Japan relations

Japanese concerts cancelled in China as diplomatic row takes cultural toll

Fans of Kokia and JO1 left disappointed as diplomatic dust-up over Sanae Takaichi’s comments ripples out into the economy.

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Japanese culture, from pop music to anime, has a big fan base in China. Photo: AFP
Indonesia

Can banning PUBG fight extremism? Indonesia proposes video game curbs

Officials explicitly mentioned the wildly popular battle royale shooter PUBG: Battlegrounds as Indonesia weighs new regulations.

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Esports

How League of Legends is still China’s top PC game after 15 years

Vital esports scene surrounding the game, developed by Tencent subsidiary Riot Games, helps maintain its popularity.

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Tencent

Tencent posts 19% jump in third-quarter profit on AI gains, beating estimates

Shenzhen-based tech giant, which has been doubling down on its AI efforts, sees more than a 20 per cent jump in research and development efficiency.

Tencent Holdings’ third-quarter revenue reached reached 192.9 billion yuan. Photo: Shutterstock
The New York Times

Forget apps and consoles, video game players are returning to websites

Web games are surging in popularity as players experiencing app fatigue seek quick, free access to fun without the high console costs.

Esports

Video | Third consecutive championship for South Korea’s T1

Focus is on T1 star player, Faker, who won 6 times at the championship finals held on November 9, 2025, in Chengdu.

Indonesia

Indonesia considers PUBG curb after Jakarta school mosque blast

Weapons-heavy battle royale games such as PUBG normalise violence, Prabowo’s government official says.

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Indonesia is mulling banning PUBG: Battlegrounds. Photo: Shutterstock
Esports

Saudi video gaming giant Savvy eyes China’s vast market and talent

The state-owned firm is looking for opportunities beyond mature Western markets, particularly in emerging and Asian markets.

Saudi Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan Al Saud, vice-chairman of Savvy Games (right), and CEO Brian Ward. Photo: Handout
Esports

IOC, Saudi Arabia cancel 12-year deal on video gaming Esports Olympics

Kingdom’s capital was due to host first event in 2027, but parties end partnership after 14 months and will now pursue separate projects.

3 major video game releases in autumn 2025, including Borderlands 4

Loot shooter Borderlands 4, Sega’s new Sonic title and Mafia sequel The Old Country are all out now. Here’s what makes each one stand out.

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | More than a tech hub, Northern Metropolis can be a cradle for culture

By focusing on creative industries, the development can enhance Hong Kong’s soft power push within the Greater Bay Area and beyond.

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Tencent

Tencent’s hit title Delta Force prompts sharpened focus on shooting games

Tencent executives see a change in tastes among domestic gamers, which has prompted a push to invest more in shooting titles.

Since its launch in 2024, Delta Force continues to attract 30 million video game players daily. Photo: Handout
Mainland China

Hong Kong ready to play in esports: executive of gaming-gear firm

City could host ‘mega-event’ for competitive video gaming in the next few years, Asia-Pacific head of Danish gear maker SteelSeries says.

Silent Hill f is terrifying, mesmerising and visually striking

Out on PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Windows, Silent Hill f is both a genuinely scary gameplay experience and an effective examination of trauma.

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Asian cinema: Hong Kong film

Review | Good Game: lightweight Hong Kong esports comedy with Will Or

Will Or stars with Andrew Lam and Yanny Chan as a member of a gaming team in this underdog story that leans on sentimentality over substance.

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Will Or Wai-lam in a still from Good Game.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings a PS2-era series into the modern era

In Capcom’s latest title from its Onimusha series, players help a samurai take on some familiar demons. Here’s what to expect, and some tips.

Nintendo

Mario in numbers, from a crazy speedrun record to US$1.6 million cartridge

One of video gaming’s most beloved characters, Mario is a phenomenon that has spread across the world. Here are some intriguing numbers.

Nintendo

How Nintendo’s Mario went from nameless ‘Jumpman’ to global icon

As the 40th anniversary of 1985’s Super Mario Bros approaches, we look at the legacy of the world’s most recognisable video game character.

Mario and Cappy are seen in the Nintendo Switch video game Mario Odyssey. The heroic plumber made his debut in 1983’s Mario Bros, but it was 1985’s Super Mario Bros that catapulted him to worldwide stardom. Photo: Nintendo
Germany

How pinball’s fortunes have flipped as retro trend grows around the world

From the US to Germany to Britain, pinball machines and halls are seeing a revival as old and new fans alike gather to chase high scores.

FILED - Once written off as relics of smoky pubs, pinball machines are bouncing back. From Berlin to Chicago, enthusiasts are reviving the game’s flashing lights and clacking balls - and giving it a whole new generation of fans. Photo: Christoph Reichwein/dpa
Art

‘Chaotic and crude’: online canvas Wplace lets users paint the world

The gamified world map on which users create pixel art depicting everything from Trump to Pokémon is a space for creativity – and protest.

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James Bond

007 First Light: Hitman developer IO on its new James Bond game

Players can expect social manipulation, refined gunplay, driving and action set pieces, and more in the first Bond game in over a decade.

American cinema

Want to get Gen Alpha into cinemas? Why video games are the key

Seven of the top 10 entertainment franchises trending with Gen Alpha movie-goers are video game properties like Roblox and Minecraft.

Roblox is the top entertainment franchise for Gen Alpha, according to the National Research Group. Other video game properties in the top 10 include Minecraft, Pokemon, Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto, Mario and Madden. Photo: TNS
Tencent

Tencent counts on Chinese AI tools demand to lift overseas cloud business

Tencent says there is a lot of opportunities to bring Chinese open-source AI models to overseas clients.

Tencent Holdings senior executive vice-president Dowson Tong Tao-sang, who serves as CEO of the firm’s Cloud and Smart Industries Group. Photo: Edmond So
Chinese culture

The next big gaming power? Chinese titles packed halls at Europe’s biggest fair

Chinese studios made a record showing at Gamescom 2025, debuting Phantom Blade Zero and Black Myth: Zhong Kui to packed crowds and global fanfare, cementing their place on gaming’s biggest stage.

Chinese culture

Who is Zhong Kui, demon hunter, ‘King of Ghosts’ and new Black Myth character?

First came Wukong, now Chinese deity Zhong Kui is being adapted for the Black Myth universe. But just who is the ‘King of Ghosts’?

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