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09/15/2025

🎮 International Gaming News (IGN) – World Engineers Day

📅 September 15, 2025

The Unsung Heroes of Gaming

Today is World Engineers Day, and while bridges and engines deserve applause, let’s not forget the engineers behind your favorite games.

Without them, there’s no ragdoll physics to laugh at, no perfectly timed controller rumbles, and no consoles powerful enough to render a million polygons of beard hair on your RPG hero.

IGN celebrates these digital architects — from Shigeru Miyamoto’s clever systems to the unknown engineers who made sure your controller didn’t explode when you button-mashed too hard.

So next time you’re lost in a game world, thank an engineer. Without them, Pong would still be state-of-the-art.

09/08/2025

🎮 International Gaming News (IGN) – Custom Feature

September 8, 2025

Leveling Up: September’s Gaming Buzz

September is always a hot month in gaming. The summer drought is ending, studios are teasing fall blockbusters, and players are counting down the days until holiday release chaos. This year is no different — from retro revivals to futuristic spectacles, gamers have plenty to talk about.

The headline-grabber this week? Developers are still riding the nostalgia train at full speed. Classic titles are being remastered, re-skinned, and re-launched with shinier graphics and smoother framerates. If you once blew into a cartridge to make it work, congratulations: your childhood is back on shelves, only now it costs $69.99 and comes with a DLC pack.

Meanwhile, the indie scene continues to punch above its weight. Games made by teams of three in someone’s garage are earning awards for storytelling, art, and innovation — reminding us that passion projects sometimes outplay billion-dollar budgets. It’s David vs. Goliath, only Goliath is busy working on microtransactions.

And yes, esports are still booming. Arena tournaments are selling out faster than rock concerts, Twitch streamers are pulling audiences bigger than some TV shows, and your nephew has probably told you he’s going “pro” at least once this week.

The moral of the September gaming season? Whether you’re a casual player, a hardcore collector, or someone who just got beat by a 10-year-old in an online match, the industry keeps leveling up. Grab your controller, charge your headset, and brace yourself — the end-of-year gaming rush is about to hit warp speed.

09/05/2025

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09/02/2025

📰 IGN – Calendar Adjustment Day 📅

September 2, 2025

In 1752, when England switched from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar, 11 days simply vanished. People went to bed on September 2 and woke up on September 14. Riots even broke out with crowds shouting, “Give us back our eleven days!”

At IGN, we can’t help but see this as the original video game patch note. Dates deleted. Content delayed. Timeline adjusted. Sound familiar? Gamers live in perpetual Calendar Adjustment.

AAA games announce September 2 as a launch date. Then it slides to September 14. Then November. Then “coming soon.” If you’ve ever pre-ordered a game, you’ve basically lived through 1752.

And don’t forget the in-game calendars: Skyrim NPCs farming year-round without rest days, Animal Crossing forgetting leap years, or MMOs running endless holiday events. If calendars teach us anything, it’s that time in gaming makes even less sense than real life.

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09/01/2025

📰 IGN – Chicken Boy Day 🐓

September 1, 2025

In 1969, a fried chicken restaurant in Los Angeles erected a 22-foot statue of “Chicken Boy” — a boy’s body with a chicken’s head. It stood proudly on Route 66, baffling tourists until the restaurant closed in the 1980s. Locals fought to save it, and today Chicken Boy is hailed as the “Statue of Liberty of Los Angeles.”

At IGN, we feel this in our bones. Gaming has always celebrated the weird. Think giant Cuccos in Zelda, or untitled goose mayhem, or that time someone modded Skyrim so every dragon was Thomas the Tank Engine. No rhyme, no reason, just glorious chaos.

So today we honor Chicken Boy: patron saint of strange mascots. Without characters like him, gaming culture wouldn’t have half the memes it does.

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08/28/2025

📰 IGN – Race Your Mouse Around the Icons Day

August 28, 2025

It’s Race Your Mouse Around the Icons Day, one of those quirky internet holidays that feels like it was made by bored gamers in a computer lab. But let’s be honest — who hasn’t killed time dragging their cursor around the desktop while waiting for a game to load?

This silly holiday is a reminder that gaming culture isn’t just about epic boss battles — it’s about the little moments of fun, too. From Easter eggs to loading screen minigames, gamers thrive on the unexpected.

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08/22/2025

IGN – International Gaming News

August 22, 2025

Welcome to today's round-up of warm-hearted and thrilling headlines from the gaming world — no gloom, just the good stuff! Here’s what’s lighting up gaming headlines around the globe:

1. India Regulates, Elevates Gaming

India has taken a big step forward by passing the Online Gaming Bill, 2025, now officially law. This marks a pivotal move to promote e‑sports and social gaming—while crackin' down on money gambling under the guise of gaming. The bill creates legal clarity, encourages industry growth, and protects gamers from murky exploits. A win for both innovation and safeguarding players.
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2. Gamescom 2025 Is Electrifying the Scene

Gamescom’s live event is back and better than ever in Cologne! Expect massive reveals: Xbox debuted Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 with Milo Ventimiglia and Kiernan Shipka in the mix, while Fallout Season 2, Borderlands 4, and more are generating buzz. Game Pass and hardware enhancements are front and center.
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3. Aniimo Lets You Snap, Track — and Battle!

In Aniimo, your adventures mix monster battling with photography. Snap creatures and scenery as you journey through a beautifully crafted, magical world. It's a blend of charm and action that’s currently stirring hearts and hype.
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Why It Matters

Smart regulation means safer, stronger gaming communities—without silencing creativity.

Gamescom’s growing energy shows the industry’s resilience and ambition.

Innovative gameplay like Aniimo proves that fresh ideas still shine in crowded genres.

08/13/2025

🎮 International Gaming News – August 13, 2025
💎 Brought to you by Infinity Gaming & Gold King, Hickory NC

Gamers, buckle up — August is delivering a powerhouse lineup you don’t want to miss! Whether you’re slinging combos in Mortal Kombat 1, swinging through Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, or exploring brand-new worlds, there’s something for everyone.

🕹 PlayStation Plus – Game Catalog Update (Drops August 19)
Sony just revealed its August lineup, and it’s pure fire:

Mortal Kombat 1 – Brutal, beautiful, and begging for that next flawless victory.

Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered – Swing into a cinematic superhero adventure.

Sword of the Sea – Brand-new release, perfect for fans of Journey.

Resident Evil 2 & Resident Evil 3: Nemesis – Survival horror classics, now in the premium tier.

Bonus: A trial of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for Premium members.

🎯 Xbox Game Pass – This Month’s Heavy Hitters
Microsoft isn’t slowing down either. New arrivals include:

Assassin’s Creed Mirage – Back to stealth and historical intrigue.

Grounded 2 – Bigger, better, and still full of bugs (the insect kind).

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers – A gritty, Soulslike adventure steeped in Chinese folklore.

⚔ Free Upgrades for Hellblade Fans
If you own Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice on PS4, you can now upgrade to Hellblade II: Enhanced on PS5 for free — complete with next-level graphics, a killer photo mode, and developer commentary. Xbox Game Pass and PC players are getting the enhancements too.

💬 Local Spotlight – Hickory’s Gaming & Treasure Duo
Here in Hickory, we’ve got your real-world loot covered:

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08/11/2025

🎮 International Gaming News – August 11, 2025 Gaming Headlines Roundup
Gamers, buckle up — today’s news cycle is packed tighter than a speedrunner’s inventory. From cross-platform shockers to AI shaking up development, here’s what’s lighting up the gaming world right now.

🚀 Helldivers 2 Invades Xbox August 26
The galaxy just got a whole lot bigger. Helldivers 2, the co-op shooter that made waves on PlayStation and PC, is officially dropping onto Xbox consoles on August 26 — with full crossplay. That means whether you’re holding a DualSense, an Xbox controller, or rocking a mouse and keyboard, you’ll be able to fight side by side against alien hordes. It’s a rare cross-platform handshake from Sony, and players are hyped to finally unite under one banner (and probably blow each other up with friendly fire).

🎯 Xbox Game Pass Drops Big August Additions
This month’s Game Pass lineup is no slouch:

Assassin’s Creed Mirage – Back to stealth roots in the bustling streets of medieval Baghdad.

Grounded 2 – The backyard survival sim returns, bigger and more immersive than ever.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers – A haunting Souls-like set in a dark, plague-stricken China.

Game Pass continues its cycle of giving and taking, so if you’ve got titles in your queue, play them now before they vanish faster than loot in an open server.

🤖 Razer Powers Up with AI Gaming Hub
Razer’s not just making flashy peripherals anymore — they’ve opened their first AI gaming hub in Singapore, with Europe and U.S. locations on the way. The mission? Use AI to help devs build smarter games, with tools like in-game assistants, AI-powered QA systems, and optimized hardware integration. Translation: expect sharper gameplay, fewer bugs, and maybe NPCs that can actually dodge.

💥 Battlefield 6 Stays the Course
The upcoming Battlefield 6 isn’t reinventing the matchmaking wheel — and that’s a good thing. Devs confirmed they’ll keep prioritizing low ping and fast “time-to-game” over experimental algorithms. Sometimes the best play is not to fix what isn’t broken.

🎤 Final Word:
August is heating up. Helldivers 2 is breaking console barriers, Game Pass is stacking heavy hitters, Razer’s betting big on AI, and Battlefield 6 is sticking to proven matchmaking. Whether you’re into squad shooters, sprawling RPGs, or cutting-edge tech, 2025’s gaming scene is dropping constant loot.

08/09/2025

🎮 International Gaming News – The Next Big Wave in Gaming Collectibles
While August 9 is packed with real-world celebrations, the gaming world is having a moment of its own — and it’s all about the collectibles market. From sealed retro cartridges to rare limited-edition consoles, the demand for physical gaming treasures is at an all-time high.

In recent months, several record-breaking sales have made headlines — a factory-sealed copy of The Legend of Zelda on NES fetching tens of thousands, a pristine Halo: Combat Evolved Xbox launch edition selling for more than some used cars, and a Pokémon Game Boy title topping collector wish lists. The reason? Scarcity and nostalgia. Gamers who grew up in the ‘80s, ‘90s, and 2000s are now adults with disposable income, and they’re buying back their childhoods.

Industry insiders warn that not all collectibles will hold their value — condition, authenticity, and demand are key. A mint-in-box copy of a cult favorite can skyrocket, while a common title in worn condition might never break the $20 mark. More collectors are also turning to professional grading services to certify their finds, locking in value and protecting them for the future.

Whether you’re hunting for that grail piece or just curious about the market, one thing is certain: the intersection of gaming and collecting isn’t slowing down anytime soon. From game conventions to online auctions, the next big find could be just around the corner — and in the world of gaming collectibles, timing is everything.

08/08/2025

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08/04/2025

🎮 INTERNATIONAL GAMING NEWS – August 4, 2025
Big Delays, Bigger Launches, and Even Bigger Layoffs

It’s a wild week in the world of gaming, with everything from GTA VI delays to record-breaking Switch 2 numbers. Here’s what players everywhere are talking about:

💥 Industry Layoffs Hit Hard
Microsoft just slashed over 3,900 jobs across Xbox, Activision Blizzard, ZeniMax, and multiple studios like Sledgehammer, Turn 10, and Everwild. Blizzard’s Warcraft Rumble was canceled, and the studio will now focus on limited live-ops. It’s another wave in the ongoing contraction shaking the gaming world since 2022.

🚨 GTA VI Delayed Until May 2026
Rockstar confirmed that Grand Theft Auto VI is now launching May 26, 2026. The delay didn’t stop fans from noticing that promotional artwork still says “Coming 2025,” fueling speculation of a major marketing twist ahead.

Meanwhile, Twitch is preparing early infrastructure for a massive surge of GTA roleplay content. One exec even called it “the most important game of our lives.” The hype is still alive—just postponed.

📈 Nintendo Switch 2 Breaks Records
Switch 2 has sold 5.8 million consoles in its first quarter, and Mario Kart World alone moved 5.6 million copies. With the absence of GTA VI this holiday season, Nintendo’s ahead in the race.

📺 Nintendo Direct (July 31) Recap
No big first-party bombs, but plenty of third-party gold:

• Apex Legends, Madden 26, and FC 26 hit early August
• Persona 3 Reload and Final Fantasy Tactics confirmed for fall
• Quirky newcomers like Once Upon a Katamari and Cronos: The New Dawn
• Classic remasters like Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac and Plants vs. Zombies
• Indie darling Chillin by the Fire was surprise-dropped during the stream

🗓️ Hot August Game Releases
Get ready for a loaded month:

• Mafia: The Old Country – Aug 8
• Sword of the Sea – Aug 19
• Discounty – Aug 21
• Gears of War: Reloaded – Aug 26
• Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – Aug 28
• Lost Soul Aside and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance close out the month

And tomorrow? Demon Slayer: Hinokami Chronicles 2 launches August 5 with new story arcs and 40+ fighters.

🆓 PlayStation Plus (Aug 5 – Sept 2)
This month’s free PS4/PS5 games:

• Lies of P
• DayZ
• My Hero One’s Justice 2

A nice mix of action, survival, and anime brawling.

🏆 BAFTA Game Awards 2025 Highlights
• Astro Bot won Best Game
• Hellblade II took home Technical Achievement
• Still Wakes the Deep won in multiple narrative and sound categories

🔮 What’s Coming Soon?
The next few weeks could bring:

• A new GTA VI trailer (finally)
• Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition news for Switch 2
• Silksong, FFVII Remake Intergrade, and 007: First Light updates from Gamescom

📣 Final Thoughts
Even with the delays and layoffs, 2025 is delivering. Nintendo’s thriving, August is packed, and the indie scene is stealing hearts. Gamers of all types—whether you're into Soulslikes, cozy games, or triple-A titles—have a lot to look forward to.

Stay tuned. We’ll be watching every reveal, delay, and surprise as the year unfolds.

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