The Ultimate Guide to Gaming

2026 · UK Edition

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
Analyst Insights
Smart glasses drive 44% growth in global XR shipments
IDC · Gaming · Wearables
Last month
SEON unveils global partner initiative for AI fraud fight
Frost & Sullivan · Gaming · Digital Transformation
Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Reviews
Hands-on review: iPad Air M4 balances power and price
Bluetooth
Last month
Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 17e tested and assessed
Mobile gaming
Last month
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A57 5G smartphone
Mobile gaming
Last month
Expert columns
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
By Kevin Janzen of Globant
5 days ago
I didn't choose tech. Tech chose me
By Tracey Broderick of Encube
Last month
From video games to AI visibility: How women in tech can build authority through PR
By Candice Gersun of PR and Communications Officer
Last month
How UA financing levels the playing field in mobile
By Elena Egorova of PvX Partners
Thu, 19th Feb 2026
The economy is the collateral: Why revenue reliability is the real requirement for growth in 2026
By Akshit Desai of PvX Partners
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
PvX ROAS insights: What Is driving UA performance today
By Zhen Jie Sim of PvX Partners
Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Music tech predictions for 2026: Insights from Tuned Global
By Con Raso of Tuned Global
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
How to detect fake players in online gaming
By Edmund Ng of Melissa
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
Building a digital economy for Gen Z
By Ben Cousens of ZBD
Mon, 24th Nov 2025
Risk yoga - are you as flexible as you think you are?
By Matt Middleton-Leal of Qualys
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Goodbye, scalpers: how blockchain can finally fix the broken ticketing industry
By John Wu of Ava Labs
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
The inconvenient truth of scaling gaming apps
By Ridzki Syahputera of PvX Partners
Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
Malpa Games lifts cash balance by $3M while boosting UA
By Staff Writer
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Interviews
Exclusive: Edifier outlines next phase of global audio strategy
Discussing Headphones
Tue, 10th Feb 2026
Recent news
TCL launches QLED TVs in UK with Google TV & Fire TV
About 4k
2 days ago
ENDOFY launches showcase Aquarius 8000 PC cases & fans
About PC Hardware
2 days ago
VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students
About Malware
3 days ago
World Cup ad spend at risk from campaign data flaws
About Marketing
Last week
G2A partners with epay on gaming gift cards marketplace
About Mobile gaming
Last week
LoopMe launches Chartboost Direct for app publishers
About Mobile gaming
Last week
Gigabyte unveils dark wood AM5 motherboard for gamers
About PC Hardware
Last week
Intel releases neural texture compression SDK for game devs
About Game developers
Last week
Android leads subscription app growth as markets shift
About iOS
This month
Neuphonic & Rapport launch real-time digital humans
About Visual effects
This month
Animoca Brands launches AliBAE with CHECK bounty rewards
About Mobile gaming
This month
IDnow & Trustfull partner on continuous fraud checks
About Online fraud
Last month
Tp-Link launches Wi-Fi 7 gaming routers from AUD $279
About Firewalls
Last month
Gcore sees DDoS attacks surge to 1.3 million in Q4
About Cloud Services
Last month
CRKD launches compact ATOM+ controller with thumbsticks
About Mobile gaming
Last month
Job moves
IDnow hires ex-Ukraine minister for digital identity push
Move at IDnow
Thu, 12th Feb 2026
Yaspa names Justin Fraser Chief Revenue Officer for growth
Move at Yaspa
Thu, 12th Feb 2026
SPhotonix adds senior hires to scale 5D optical memory
Move at SPhotonix
Tue, 3rd Feb 2026
Remo Gettini appointed Chief Technology Officer at Twinkl
Move at Dreamworks
Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Alexander Hecker to lead CHERRY's global peripherals unit
Move at Microsoft
Fri, 24th Jan 2025
JobAdder appoints Fabrice Etienne as Chief Marketing Officer
Move at Zendesk
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
Quantum scientist James Wootton joins Moth as CSO
Move at Moth
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
Volker Claus Christ appointed as EVP for global finance at Cherry
Move at Microsoft
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Jason Haddix joins Flare as Field Chief Information Security Officer
Move at HP
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
Jacob Annesley joins Gate 7 as Director of Public Relations & Content
Move at Palm
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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