Amkette EvoFox Deck gamepad review: A fun accessory for casual smartphone gamers
The EvoFox Deck is a wireless gamepad for casual mobile gamers. It enhances comfort & offers various features, but Bluetooth creates slight input lag. This lag is a big deal for competitive online Games like PUBG Mobile where quick reflexes are key. Key Points
mintMalaysia govt rejects offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games due to insufficient funding
Malaysia was asked to step in after Australia’s Victoria withdrew as host. This move raises possibility that the Games may not happen for 1st time since being cancelled due to WWII. Key Points
ThePrintVideo Game releasing in March: Check full list
From Dragon's Dogma 2 to Unicorn Overload, here are the top Games set to be released this March. Expect a blockbuster gaming season starting march on your respective gaming consoles. Key Points
Economic TimesRockstar Games teases GTA 6 with Lucia, fans await second trailer amid rumors of dual protagonists
Rockstar Games officially introduces GTA 6 with a banner featuring Lucia and her partner, sparking excitement among fans. The debut trailer artwork on the banner leads to intense speculation about potential narrative developments in Leonida. Key Points
mintMahadev betting syndicate resurfaces with new avatars, deepfake tactics
These proxy websites have resurfaced with new betting Games under different labels. The banned URL Parimatch has become pari-match-bet.in, Lotus365 is now lotus365.co while Fairplay has become fair-play.com.in or fairplay24.in. Key Points
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Five best multiplayer Games to play: Check out the list
Multiplayer Games are a lot more fun than single-player ones. They offer the chance to be more competitive and come up with useful strategies. Here are the five best multiplayer Games to play. Key Points
Economic TimesTencent, NetEase lose $80 billion in m-cap on China's move to curb gaming spend
Shares in tech giants Tencent and NetEase tanked Friday after China released fresh plans to increase restrictions on online gaming. Tencent shares dropped more than 10 percent and NetEase collapsed more than 20 percent in reaction to proposals that would put limits on recharging in-game wallets and abolish features meant to increase gameplay. Key Points
Economic TimesIn 2024 Netflix will release these new games
There is a lineup of all the Games Netflix will be coming up in 2024 and beyond. People love these Netflix Games and the number will increase day by day. Key Points
Economic TimesEpic Games: Company announces free Games with 'Mystery Game' for December. Check full list and other detai
The Epic Games Store looks to be gearing up for one of its best promotions of the year where people get more free Games than usual for the holidays. Epic Games Store users have one less day than normal to claim these titles, with them leaving the service on December 13 at 10am CT. Key Points
Economic TimesPC Games 2023: Warhammer 40,000 and other video Games coming to PC in Dec. Check full list here
PC players have a few major December titles, even if the releases will slow down considerably in the second half of the month. SteamWorld Build is an ambitious project in the eclectic franchise, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a massive open-world game and arguably Ubisoft's marquee release of 2023. Key Points
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PS Plus: Free Games for December are here. Check full list, steps to access them here
PS Plus monthly free Games for the month of December are here. For this month, Lego 2K Drive (PS4/PS5), PowerWash Simulator (PS4/PS5)and Sable (PS5) will be available for gamers by paying no amount. Key Points
Economic TimesWar heroes to NEP, govt plans mobile, web Games on 'national interest themes' for civic engagement
Games also meant to help with citizens' mental health, behavioural change & problem-solving skills. MyGov platform has invited proposals for development of games. Key Points
ThePrintThe Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes: Check out storyline, cast and more
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes is set to breathe life into the beloved franchise. This prequel features a new cast, led by Tomy Blyth as Coriolanus Snow. Despite no cameos from the original stars, the stellar ensemble promises a compelling addition to The Hunger Games saga. Key Points
Economic TimesAmazon cuts Games unit jobs in broader restructuring
International Business News: Amazon.com has laid off around 180 employees in its Games division as part of a broader restructuring effort. This is the second round of layoffs in l Key Points
Times Of IndiaNBA Monday games: Live streaming, TV, schedule, injuries, elite players, where to watch
As many as 12 NBA matches will be held on Monday, November 6. The excitement and expectations are increased also because some elite players will join and play for their teams. Besides, many teams have injuries. Know in detail. Key Points
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View: Hosting Olympic Games can be a bane in the guise of a boon
Stadiums must be built, along with residential and boarding facilities for the competitors and their entourage of trainers, coaches, and hangers-on. The 2020 Tokyo Olympics carried a price tag of $13 billion, twice the amount anticipated in 2013 when the city was awarded the Games. In the history of the modern Olympics, it is only the Los Angeles Games of 1984 that made a small profit of $215 million on an investment of several billions. Key Points
The Economic TimesOlivia Rodrigo releases new song for Hunger Games prequel
Olivia Rodrigo is back with another song titled Can't Catch Me Now for the prequel of Hunger Games. The movie has a star-studded cast such as Rachel Zegler, Tom Blyth, Viola Davis, and Peter Dinklage. Key Points
Economic TimesMarvel’s Spider-Man 2, Super Mario Bros. Wonder completed? Time to play these video games
Marvels Spider-Man 2, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Alan Wake 2, Assassin's Creed Mirage video Games are good but there are some more which you may not have noticed. Key Points
Economic TimesModi inaugurates 37th National Games in Goa, says our govt brought new thinking
The National Games are being held in Goa for the very first time. The Games will be held from October 26 to November 9. More than 10,000 athletes will compete. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesSpider-Man 2 fastest-selling game made by PlayStation
The PlayStation 5 exclusive sold more than 2.5 million copies in its first 24 hours. Key Points
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‘The Hunger Games’ Stage Adaptation: See where and when will it happen and more
London will host the first-ever stage adaptation of The Hunger Games in 2024. Directed by Matthew Dunster and adapted by Conor McPherson, the play is based on Suzanne Collins' books. It tells the story of a televised battle royale where young tributes fight to the death. Key Points
Economic TimesI was assigned what color to wear at a wedding, ended up enjoying it
The author and her husband went to a wedding where guests were assigned colors to wear. There were also field games. Key Points
InsiderShow me the money: Countries dangle rewards for Asian Games glory
Countries participating in the Asian Games in Hangzhou are offering various incentives to athletes to bring home medals. These incentives include houses, money, cars, and government jobs. While athletes claim that they are more interested in glory than financial gain, winning a medal, especially gold, can provide a significant windfall. Key Points
Economic TimesSable wins Asian Games 3000m steeplechase, 1st Indian gold in athletics
Sable rewrote the previous Asian Games record of 8:22.79 held in the name of Iran's Hossein Keyhani set at the 2018 Jakarta Games. Key Points
ThePrintIndia's on a roll at the Asian Games — shuttlers in men's finals after 49 yrs, hockey dream run on
Medals won include 11 gold, 16 silver, 14 bronze and counting. Shooters deliver standout performances & veteran Rohan Bopanna clinches mixed doubles gold with Rutuja Bhosale. Key Points
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Asian Games 2023 India medal tally: Full list of winners and other details
India has sent a 655-member contingent to participate in the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China. The event, originally scheduled for 2022 but postponed due to COVID-19, started on September 23 and will continue until October 8. With a larger contingent this year, India is hopeful of surpassing its previous medal count of 70, including 16 gold, achieved at the Jakarta 2018 Games. Athletics has historically been India's strongest sport at the Asian Games. Key Points
Economic TimesAnother change in World Cup schedule on cards as HCA says back-to-back Games not ideal
Hosting two World Cup Games in as many days is not ideal for organisational as well as security reasons and hope a one day breather is provided, said a Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) official on Sunday, signalling another change in schedule for the ODI showpiece beginning in India on October 5. After a much-delayed schedule announcement in June, the BCCI and ICC rescheduled as many as nine Games earlier this month, including the marquee clash between India and Pakistan. Key Points
Economic TimesLittle League World Series 2023: See schedule, how to watch and more
The Little League World Series 2023 will happen from August 16 to 27 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Viewers can watch the Games live on ESPN, ESPN2, or ABC. Key Points
Economic TimesWhy India should send football teams to Hangzhou
According to sports ministry guidelines, a team has to rank among the top 8 to be allowed to go for the Asian Games. However, the footballers' recent performances make a strong case for their inclusion, with the men's national side climbing from 106th to 99th in the FIFA rankings and securing a hat-trick of tournament victories. Key Points
Economic TimesPUBG, Minecraft to Super Mario Bros, GTA V – Top 10 best-selling video Games of all time
The best-selling video Games of all time include Tetris, Minecraft, GTA V, and Wii Sports. Heres a complete list. Key Points
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Ahmedabad likely to bid to host 2026 Commonwealth Games after Australia backs out: Report
Ahmedabad city in India is considering bidding to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victoria state in Australia withdrew due to cost overruns. India previously hosted the Games in 2010 and had shown interest in hosting either the 2026 or 2030 edition. Key Points
mintCan India host 2026 Commonwealth Games? Here's what we know as Victoria backs out over A$7 billion cost
Victoria has backed out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to projected budget blowout. The Games may be cancelled for the first time since WWII. Key Points
mintThis Australian state has refused to host Commonwealth Games, ‘not a difficult decision’, says Premier; here's why
The Australian state has withdrawn from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to major cost blow-outs, leaving organisers scrambling to keep the event afloat. State Premier Daniel Andrews said the estimated cost of Aus$2 billion had ballooned to Aus$7 billion, which he deemed too high. Key Points
mintAustralia pull out as Commonwealth Games 2026 host; event's future in limbo
"The Games will not proceed in Victoria in 2026. We have informed Commonwealth Games authorities of our decision," said the State Premier. Key Points
Hindustan TimesGoogle Play Games for Windows now available in India: A guide to downloading and playing Android Games on your PC
Google has expanded its Play Games service for Windows PCs, with availability now in India. Users can download and play Android Games on their Windows 11 PCs, but certain system requirements and virtualization settings need to be met. Key Points
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BCCI announces both men's and women's cricket squads for Hangzhou Asian Games. Check full list
Asian Games in China from Sep 23-Oct 8, 2023. Cricket included. Ruturaj Gaikwad to lead Indian men's team. Women's team led by Harmanpreet Kaur Key Points
mintSpecial Olympics World Games: Indian contingent finish strong with 202 medals
India wrapped up their involvement in the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin with a haul of 202 medals (76 gold, 75 silver and 51 bronze), six of which came on the final day of athletic competition. Gold medallists Aanchal Goyal and Ravimathi Arumugam won accolades, but Saket Kundu's double in javelin and the 400m was another stand-out performance, indicating the importance of inclusion and acceptance of all marginalised competitors. Key Points
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