FOX on Games

The human cost of 1,000 layoffs. Eammonn Dignam reports on how Tim Sweeney is responding to the heartbreaking case of Mike Prinke, a former Epic Games programmer battling terminal brain cancer. After mass job cuts at the Fortnite maker, the story of Mike Prinke and his wife, Jenni Griffin, went viral, we break down Tim Sweeney’s public apology, the specific severance packages offered to the "Epic 1,000."

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The Mario Galaxy Movie beats Project Hail Mary for the biggest opening of 2026! Eammonn Dignam breaks down the Nintendoverse expansion and a soul-crushing update for The Last of Us fans. Naughty Dog director Vinit Agarwal reveals the 7-year journey of the canceled Last of Us multiplayer project, while Amazon Games prepares a $100 million Middle-earth reboot. Plus, we sit down with play therapist Sophia Ansari to discuss why Minecraft and Roblox are vital tools for childhood resilience.

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Why does a game about jumping on turtles make us cry? In this episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam presents "The Mother of Stars." We dive into the library of the Comet Observatory to uncover the storybook of Rosalina—a tale of loss, grief, and found family that remains the emotional peak of the Nintendo canon. Discover how the Lumas represent the cosmic cycle of life and why Super Mario Galaxy is the definitive fairy tale of the Mushroom Kingdom.

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Glen Powell is Fox McCloud! Eammonn Dignam breaks down the shock casting in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and what it means for a Smash Bros. future. The "House of Mario" is opening its doors to the wider Nintendo ecosystem. With Glen Powell officially voicing the legendary Star Fox pilot, fans are reeling from the implications. Between the confirmed appearance of the Pikmin and rumors of Samus Aran, is Nintendo building toward a Super Smash Bros. crossover event? We dive into the casting, the lore, and what to watch for when the film hits theaters this Wednesday.

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YouTube gamer Stephen McCullagh (Votesaxon07) has been convicted of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Natalie McNally. Despite staging a pre-recorded Grand Theft Auto: Vice City "livestream" as an alibi, a Northern Ireland jury delivered a guilty verdict this week. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the chilling details of the case.

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Slipknot’s Clown builds a Minecraft sanctuary as Epic Games cuts 1,000 jobs. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the gaming news.

The gaming industry is reeling from massive layoffs at Epic Games, while Nintendo faces supply chain questions over the Switch 2. But amidst the corporate shifts, M. Shawn "Clown" Crahan of Slipknot joins Kennedy to discuss Vernearth—his custom Minecraft server designed as a safe haven for his community.

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Before he was the star of the silver screen, he was a collection of pixels fighting a stubborn ape. In this special episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam presents "From Pipes to Polygons." We trace Mario’s evolution from the 1983 crash to the revolutionary camera tech of Mario 64 and the symphonic scale of Super Mario Galaxy. Discover how Shigeru Miyamoto's "carpenter with a hat" saved the industry and redefined the concept of "up."

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Would you stay in a hotel that remembers your gaming preferences? In this Sunday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam checks in with the developers of the Atari Hotel Phoenix. We explore the 100,000-square-foot destination featuring holographic check-ins, influencer residencies, and a facade inspired by retro circuitry and Tetris. Learn how this 91-room resort is blending 1972 nostalgia with 2028 technology.

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Do you need a CS degree to make games? In this Saturday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam sits down with Ashley Sanders of San Diego Studio. Discover how her background in English and Health Science—combined with a pandemic-era streaming community—landed her a role as a Live Designer for MLB The Show 26. We also dive into the new "Road to Cooperstown" mode and the historic 500-player expansion of the World Baseball Classic.

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Why did "Papa Jeff" really leave Blizzard? In this episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam breaks down Jeff Kaplan's explosive Lex Fridman interview regarding the corporate pressure that derailed Overwatch. We also speculate on Microsoft’s newly revealed "Project Helix" hardware, explore Google’s latest pivot to PC gaming, and sit down with Zac Cohen and Jordan Taylor to tour the futuristic Atari Hotel coming to Phoenix.

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Get ready for some digital trick shots! In this Sunday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam reveals the return of the legendary Harlem Globetrotters to the gaming world. We dive into the revival of Acclaim Games under founder and pro-wrestling legend Jeff Jarrett, and look back at the Globetrotters’ 8-bit history as they prepare for their first modern title: Super Basketball Classics.

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The Mushroom Kingdom is heading to the stars, and we finally know who is providing the voice for everyone's favorite green dinosaur. In this Saturday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam breaks down the massive final cast reveal for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. From Donald Glover as Yoshi to Luis Guzmán as the long-lost villain Wart, we are looking at the star-studded lineup heading to theaters. Plus, learn how to claim your 40th-anniversary digital trading cards on the Nintendo Today! app.

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Is your digital inventory under threat? In this episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam breaks down Valve’s official refusal to remove item trading following New York’s "gambling" lawsuit. We also track the rising costs of gaming as Fortnite raises V-Buck prices, reveal the 2026 BAFTA nominees, and sit down with Ashley Sanders of San Diego Studio to discuss MLB The Show 26 and her journey from content creator to game developer.

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It’sMarch 10th, and the Mushroom Kingdom is taking over. We celebrate the MAR10 Day.

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The gaming industry is facing its most significant legal week of 2026. First, we break down the U.S. government's move against Tencent Games—the Shenzhen-based giant behind League of Legends and Riot Games—citing the same data privacy concerns that led to the TikTok divestiture. Then, we dive into Nintendo’s blockbuster lawsuit against the U.S. Court of International Trade. Following the February 20th Supreme Court ruling striking down IEEPA-authorized tariffs, Nintendo is demanding a full refund, with interest, for billions in "unlawful" duties paid on Switch 2 accessories and hardware.

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It was supposed to be the next big shadow-drop success, but Highguard is officially entering its final days. Wildlight Entertainment has announced the servers will go offline on March 12th—just six weeks after a high-profile launch. From a 2-million player start to a concurrent peak that struggled to hit 500 in its final weeks.

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The "Esports Olympics" dream with the IOC may have cooled, but the foundation is moving forward with something even more ambitious. Mike McCabe of the Esports World Cup Foundation joins FOX on Games to reveal the Esports Nations Cup (ENC)—a battle for global gaming domination. Plus, we dive into the record-breaking launch of Resident Evil Requiem. With 350,000 concurrent players on Steam alone, it's the biggest debut in franchise history. We also recap the Nintendo Indie World showcase (including Blumhouse's Grave Seasons), the launch of Pokémon Pokopia, and show Bungie's Marathon servers are the most exclusive club in gam...

Shawn "Clown" Crahan is known for the chaotic energy of Slipknot, but his latest project is all about zen and healing. We go inside Vernearth, a custom-built Minecraft universe inspired by Crahan’s family and his mother’s love of science fiction. We explore how Crahan is using voxel-based building as a therapeutic tool for players to combat "real-life demons" and his ambitious plans for the platform—including a massive pyramid stage for live in-game concerts.

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Huge news for Marvel fans and mobile gamers alike. Insomniac Games has officially "cut to the chase," announcing a Srelease date for Marvel’s Wolverine. We also look at Blizzard's surprise reveal of Overwatch Rush. It’s not a port, but a built-for-mobile 4v4 top-down hero shooter that looks to bring a MOBA-style perspective to the franchise.

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The survival horror era reaches a new milestone as Resident Evil Requiem officially launches across all platforms—including a specialized version for the Nintendo Switch 2. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the Raccoon City return of Leon S. Kennedy and the arrival of new character Grace Ashcroft. Then, we dive into the "Versace of the Metaverse" with Amy Luo, CEO of Blueberry. We discuss how high-end digital fashion is taking over Roblox and Snapchat, the battle against digital counterfeiting, and the plan to bring 8-bit styles into the physical world. Plus, we cover Bungie's Marathon "Server Slam" Beta, the latest Sensor To...

It’s not dead, yet... but the clock is ticking for Highguard. Following significant layoffs at Wildlight Entertainment and a "mixed" reception on Metacritic, the studio is rolling out a massive content update to keep the public discourse alive.

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Ubisoft breaks its silence on the massive strike involving over 1,200 employees, defending its restructuring and Return-to-Office mandates as "necessary for stability"—a move developers are calling tone-deaf. Meanwhile, Helldivers 2 is back in a big way! For its second anniversary, the game sees a massive 78% player jump on Steam as fans meme their way back to the front lines.

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Is there finally a social network built actually for gamers? This week, Eammonn sits down with George Jeong, creator of Minimap, to discuss why his platform is becoming the "home screen" for your gaming life. We also recap the massive announcements from the Nintendo and Sony showcases the new John Wick game. Plus, Matthew Lillard drops hints about Five Nights at Freddy's 3, Nintendo enters the toddler toy market with "My Mario," and we break down the big winners from the DICE Awards.

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Sony's State of Play delivered a massive nostalgia punch! Santa Monica Studio confirms the original God of War Greek Trilogy is getting a full remake, while simultaneously shadow-dropping a new 2D prequel, God of War: Sons of Sparta, available right now. We also celebrate the liberation of Metal Gear Solid 4 from the PS3 with the announcement of Master Collection Vol. 2. Plus, Bungie's Marathon gets a March 5th release date and a "Server Slam" beta coming later this month.

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A massive week for Nintendo's new hardware! The latest 3rd Party Direct confirms that Microsoft is going all-in on the Switch 2, bringing Fallout 4, Oblivion, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to the portable powerhouse. We also break down the arrival of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and the February 27th launch of Resident Evil: Requiem alongside Biohazard and Village. Plus, Konami drops a nostalgia bomb with the Super Bomberman Collection, featuring the classic SNES titles and the Famicom originals that started it all.

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This week, Eammonn speaks with Phylicia Koh of Play Ventures about the booming business of gamified apps—from "Bible Chat" to the trading app "Alinea." We also break down the major privacy changes coming to Discord as they roll out mandatory age verification via facial scans. Plus, Overwatch 2 officially rebrands back to just Overwatch, bringing back CGI cinematics and introducing the controversial "Jetpack Cat." Finally, Monopoly GO! teams up with the ASPCA, and we preview the Rocket League Boston Major.

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Move over, Madden—the mutants have spoken. In our final Super Bowl preview, we look at the Mutant Football League's "Mayhem Bowl" simulation. Creative Director Michael Mendheim reveals why his game has a better prediction record over the last nine years than the EA Sports giant. We break down the Nuked London Hatriots' 40-37 victory over the Microhard Mutilators.

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It’s the weekend of the Big Game, and the official EA Sports simulation is in! Madden NFL 26 sees a Super Bowl rematch for the ages between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. We break down Madden's prediction of a tight 23-20 Seahawks victory led by Sam Darnold. But we also ran our own simulation here at Fox on Games, and the results for Drake Maye and the Patriots are very different. With a 65% historical accuracy rate, is Madden the one to trust this Sunday?

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Madden 25's prediction for Super Bowl 59 and its addition to Xbox Game Pass, check out if they'll be right. FOX's Eammonn Dignam has the details in this FOX on Games

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Can satire save the platformer? This week, Eammonn sits down with Christian Cantamessa and Davide Soliani, the creators of Bradley the Badger, to discuss their new indie hit and how they landed Hollywood star Evan Peters for the lead role. We also dive into the controversy surrounding Google's "Project Genie"—is AI the death of game development or just a new tool? Plus, a look at Resident Evil: Requiem's newest promotional tool, possibly the best film adaptation yet, the climbing intensity of Cairn, and the D.I.C.E. Summit 2026 preview.

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A massive shakeup is hitting the French gaming giant Ubisoft. With six games canceled—including the long-awaited Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake—and 200 layoffs looming at their Paris headquarters, the French video game makers union is officially calling for a strike. We break down the impact on upcoming titles, the closure of international studios, and what this means for the future of mega-franchises like Assassin's Creed, Rainbow Six Siege, and The Division.

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A massive week for gaming history and social sims! Blizzard kicks off its 35th-anniversary "Franchise Spotlight" series, with major updates scheduled for World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Diablo. Is a new StarCraft project hidden in the branding? Plus, we break down the surprise Nintendo Direct for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, bringing the quirky Mii-centric world to the Switch with a fresh new look.

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Join FOX On Games for an exclusive interview with Henk Rogers, the icon who brought Tetris to the world, as he discusses his new book and the legacy of the beloved puzzle game. FOX's Eammonn Dignam gives us the shorter version in this FOX on Games.

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Can video games help heal the mind? This week, Eammonn is joined by world-renowned expert Dr. Eugene Lipov to discuss how titles like Tetris and Mario are being used to treat PTSD by "putting out the fire" in the brain. We also break down the massive Xbox Developer Direct highlights, including Forza Horizon 6 heading to Japan and the debut of Double Fine’s Kiln. Plus, we dissect the new Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer featuring Yoshi, Birdo, and Mouser. Finally, we look at the surprise launch of Highguard and your final warning for games leaving Game Pass on January 31st...

"FOX on Games'" Eammonn Dignam got his hands on Spider-Man 2 for the PS5, and interviewed one of the co-stars of the game- Nadji Jeter- who plays one of the newer additions to the Spider-verse- Miles Morale.

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The Hero of Albion returns! We’re diving into the latest on the Fable reboot as Playground Games carves its own path away from the Lionhead legacy. From marriage and property to the morality system that defines the series, we break down what to expect from this Summer release. Plus, the numbers are in for the "Steal a Brainrot" concert: Bruno Mars has officially shattered Roblox records with 12.8 million users. We analyze the shift in virtual events and tease our upcoming Xbox Direct deep dive.

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In a rare and heartwarming moment for the gaming industry, Rockstar Games has reportedly stepped up to grant a terminally ill fan's wish to see Grand Theft Auto 6. Following a viral plea from a rival developer at Ubisoft Toronto, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick and the team at Rockstar have moved mountains for a gamer with limited time. We break down how the industry came together, the current state of the November release window, and why this story is the "must-hear" moment of the weekend.

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In the conclusion of our Silent Hill special, Eammonn Dignam looks at the rocky history of bringing the fog to the big screen. We discuss the 2006 cult classic, the legendary tragedy of Hideo Kojima’s P.T., and the high stakes for the upcoming Return to Silent Hill film (In theaters Jan 23, 2026). Can the franchise survive its own legacy, or is there truly a hole here that can't be filled?

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This week, Eammonn is joined by Blake Hickman and Tay Stith from the Fandomentals podcast for a massive deep dive into the Fallout midseason! We're breaking down the lore, the theories, and the shocking news of a real-life Fallout Shelter reality competition. Plus: Bruno Mars makes his Roblox debut in "Steal a Brainrot," Square Enix announces the final chapter for Max and Chloe in Life is Strange: Reunion, and a look at the LCS 2026 Lock-In. We wrap up with your monthly guide to PS Plus and Game Pass essentials.

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We discuss the casting of Ryan Hurst as Kratos for Amazon Prime Video. Plus, somber news in the tech space as Meta shutters three major studios, including the team behind Resident Evil 4 VR.

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