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Generation Minecraft: How a pointless video game took over the world
Times: It has retro graphics and no way to 'win' – but the Minecraft juggernaut rolls on.
New Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?
It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.
‘Lifeline’ tax rebate helps NZ video game industry return to strong growth
From 'existential crisis' to a half-a-billion revenue milestone.
More Kiwis take out Australian passports in record 'brain drain'
New Zealand is currently experiencing record levels of outward migration.
Nintendo sues ‘Pokémon with guns’ studio for patent abuse
The game got full-fledged support from Microsoft.
Astro Bot: How a team of underdogs won over the world with a cute little robot
Karl Puschmann: The one regret behind PlayStation’s adorable new mascot.
Minecraft hunts revenue beyond gamers as industry growth slows
The studio behind the popular game is seeking other ways to make money.
$160m video game rebate: First recipients named after brush with death
PLUS: How transtasman posting was halted, despite our lower kickback.
US man sentenced to 40 years for 'brutal' murder of mum after clash over video game
Thomas Humphrey, 47, was sentenced after pleading guilty to the murder of his mum.
Kea Kids: Māori Minecraft competition builds community through creativity
We’re at Te Ahi Orokohanga, where over 140 kids are competing in a Minecraft speed-building competition entirely in Te Reo Māori!
$2.2 billion Wētā Digital deal described as terrible for Unity
The collapse of a $2.2b deal for VFX software leaves Wellywood more powerful than ever.
The bizarre real-life murder plot behind Netflix’s 3 Body Problem
New York Times: The billionaire behind the sci-fi hit was poisoned by an angry colleague.
Oscars highlight support for labour strikes
Behind-the-scenes crews could be next to challenge studios.
‘Dragon Ball’ creator Akira Toriyama dies at 68
Toriyama died of a blood clot in his brain on March 1, Bird Studio said.
Profit nearly halves at NZ’s largest video game firm
Industry is suffering a post-pandemic hangover - but Path of Exile maker has other issues.
Game over? Industry suffers slowdown after decades-long winning streak
Sales growth in consoles and mobile apps hit as outlook clouds for $326b sector.
Game on? Xbox reveals four exclusive titles to be shared with rival consoles
With gaming more popular than ever, the news suggests Microsoft is shifting its strategy.
Stalled: NZ video gaming’s horror year — and its hopes for 2024
Scandal, political arm-wrestling and some big hits.
The Day Before, published by Auckland’s MyTona, was the world’s most anticipated video game. Four days after launch, it was shut down
Takapuna publisher, investor works on refunds.
'Addiction': Kiwi video gamer spends $16k on virtual treasure chests
Problem gambling groups are worried about the sums of money being spent.
Grand Theft Auto blows up the internet
With the release of the trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, NZ Herald visual journalist Ben Dickens breaks down the legacy the franchise has already made and what is to come. Video / Ben Dickens
Watch: Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer leaked early
The much-anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 has been released early.
Ex-Weta Workshop director heads team of 100 working on secret new Zuru project
Games, series: Mowbrays want to own it all.
Black Friday bargains: The game console offering money-saving deals
A third of Kiwis plan to spend more than $500 on Black Friday or during Black Week.
Kip Chapman Q&A: His out-of-this-world show, curious career and poultry phobia
He is one of a host of artists performing in the Tauranga Arts Festival.