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$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.

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.

Jarden Brief: Judge shoots down bid to block Call Of Duty move
In takeover intrigue, shares of interactive entertainment firm Activision Blizzard surge.

Diablo IV is almost here: What you need to know
After 11 years since the last version, the highly anticipated Diablo IV is almost here.

Budget 2023: Video game industry gets its tax rebate, but it’s half the Aussie scheme; full tech wrap
PLUS: Tech industry reaction to a Budget that was slim pickings for the sector.

Want to help conserve the Great Barrier Reef? Play this video game
Katoa Ocean encourages gamers to rid the ecosystem of a "toxic blight."