Whether you’re a gamer or not, the words ‘Counter-Strike’ will likely ring a bell as one of the most popular competitive videogames of all time. Entering an exciting new chapter with the incoming release of Counter-Strike 2, this featured article takes a step back and reviews the incredible achievements of CSGO as arguably, the best […]
It’s the early 2000s and a game you’ve nervously been waiting for has just hit the shelves, so you hit the road and get in line to make one of many physical game sales as soon as possible. In 2023, however, physical game copies are simply not as popular, instead overshadowed by the popularity and […]
The global gaming industry is a multi-billion dollar industry, and the companies that develop games are some of the most successful in the world. Read on as we have a look at the top 5 game development studios according to their net worth. 1. Microsoft ($2.252 trillion)Microsoft is an American multinational technology company headquartered in […]
Ever since January of last year, there has been substantial commotion in the gaming community over Microsoft acquiring Activision Blizzard. Now, a year and a half later, the pending deal seems to be reaching completion and hence, it’s effects will soon be clear. Let’s take a closer look at this acquisition and its possible ramifications. […]
Here at Playcon, technology is one of our three pillars of interest, besides esports and gaming. Accordingly, the world of software engineering is one with uses in multiple industries, including the likes of gaming and entertainment. Helping us garner some unique understanding on software engineering is a Maltese expert with experience working for Netflix and […]
Rumour on the internet has it that Sony is developing a new Playstation handheld device. Indeed, handheld gaming systems in 2023 look to be all the rage with lots of competition going around. In this featured article, we’ll be taking a concise look at the state of handheld gaming systems in 2023 and what the […]
The biggest annual expo for the video gaming industry, E3, has been postponed. After interruption due to Covid-19, the show was scheduled to resume this June in Los Angeles, however the US’s Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and events organizer Reedpop announced in a joint statement that it would no longer be taking place. Since 1995, […]
The dates and matches for EVO 2023 have been announced with the highlight being Street Fighter 6’s debut. One of the most well-known competitions in esports is the Evolution Championship Series, usually referred to as EVO. Street Fighter 6 will take part in the thrilling competitions that draw spectators from all over the world this year. […]
Kick, a new streaming service that wants to compete with Twitch, has accomplished a huge feat by joining forces with the Alfa Romeo F1 team. One of the most popular Twitch streamers, Tyler “Trainwreck” Niknam, initially made the platform known to the public last year. He also declared his status as a non-owner advisor and […]
Shortly after it was revealed that Amazon is creating a Tomb Raider television series, additional information has surfaced suggesting that the franchise has much more in store. According to THR, a new Tomb Raider movie is also in production alongside the television show, and the two will be linked as a component of the same […]
