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UK Edition · 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Gaming

A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Gaming.

What to know about Gaming

Gaming encompasses a vast world of interactive entertainment that appeals to millions across New Zealand and beyond. From thrilling single-player adventures to competitive multiplayer battles, gaming offers diverse experiences that captivate players of all ages and interests.

Our stories cover the latest game releases, in-depth reviews, and hands-on experiences with both software and hardware, providing insights that help readers make informed choices. Whether you're into high-octane racing titles like F1 24, immersive RPGs such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, or exploring imaginative worlds through indie gems, our coverage connects you to the vibrant gaming culture.

Beyond games themselves, we delve into related topics like gaming gear, from advanced controllers and headsets to powerful gaming laptops and consoles. We also address issues affecting gamers today, including online safety, cyberbullying, and the impact of emerging technologies like virtual reality. For those looking to stay ahead of trends or simply enjoy great gaming moments, our Gaming tag is your gateway to all things gaming.

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Recent Gaming News

Nucleus365 signs white-label payments deal with Paysecure
IT Industry

Nucleus365 signs white-label payments deal with Paysecure

Nucleus365 will white-label Paysecure's AI-driven payments orchestration suite, adding smart routing and 500+ connections to its platform.

Wed, 25th Mar 2026

World Cup to spark UK spending surge & second screens
Marketing Technologies

World Cup to spark UK spending surge & second screens

World Cup set to kick off UK spending spree as fans splash out on home viewing gear and juggle matches with shopping on second screens.

Wed, 18th Mar 2026

Video game cheat economy grows into USD $8.5bn giant
Mobile gaming

Video game cheat economy grows into USD $8.5bn giant

A growing underground market for video game cheats has swelled into a USD $8.5 billion industry, outstripping esports and Twitch revenues.

Fri, 27th Feb 2026

Netherlands tops MedUX ranking for European 5G quality
Cloud Services

Netherlands tops MedUX ranking for European 5G quality

The Netherlands has been named Europe's top market for 5G mobile quality, beating Denmark, Norway and Switzerland in MedUX's latest study.

Fri, 27th Feb 2026

'Phantom' smart gadgets blamed for slowing home WiFi
Digital Entertainment

'Phantom' smart gadgets blamed for slowing home WiFi

So-called phantom smart gadgets are quietly clogging home WiFi, slowing streaming and gaming as half-term pushes families online for longer.

Thu, 19th Feb 2026

Škoda brings AirConsole & Tetris to parked EV drivers
Mobile gaming

Škoda brings AirConsole & Tetris to parked EV drivers

Škoda adds AirConsole gaming and six-month exclusive Tetris to Enyaq and Elroq, turning charging stops into smartphone-controlled play sessions.

Fri, 13th Feb 2026

IDnow hires ex-Ukraine minister for digital identity push
IT Industry

IDnow hires ex-Ukraine minister for digital identity push

IDnow hires former Ukraine digital minister Liudmyla Rabchynska to steer EU identity wallet and eIDAS 2.0 regulatory strategy.

Thu, 12th Feb 2026

Vertiv unveils PowerUPS 200 range for homes & SMEs
Energy efficient

Vertiv unveils PowerUPS 200 range for homes & SMEs

Vertiv launches compact PowerUPS 200 range in EMEA, aiming backup power at homes, gaming setups, retail tills and small office equipment.

Tue, 3rd Feb 2026

EE opens Lakeside store with AI safety appointments
Education, Learning & Training

EE opens Lakeside store with AI safety appointments

EE has opened a new Lakeside Experience store, piloting 'Stay Safe with AI' sessions amid a GBP £3 million UK retail investment plan.

Thu, 29th Jan 2026

Brits hoard £4.14bn in unused games consoles at home
Sustainability

Brits hoard £4.14bn in unused games consoles at home

Brits are sitting on 49m unused games consoles worth GBP £4.14bn, as cash-strapped households hoard old tech instead of trading it in.

Mon, 12th Jan 2026

EE bundles WiFi 7 routers across all Full Fibre plans
Streaming

EE bundles WiFi 7 routers across all Full Fibre plans

EE becomes first major UK provider to bundle WiFi 7 routers with all Full Fibre plans as it readies for speeds up to 8.5Gbps.

Fri, 9th Jan 2026

YEO introduces privacy-first facial age and ID checks
Surveillance

YEO introduces privacy-first facial age and ID checks

YEO launches real-time facial age and ID checks promising 'unspoofable' privacy-first verification for social media, gaming and finance.

Wed, 7th Jan 2026

Zen Internet sees record traffic growth driven by sport
Unified Communications

Zen Internet sees record traffic growth driven by sport

Zen Internet's UK network traffic jumped 21% in 2025, with repeated record peaks driven by live football and heavier daily streaming use.

Wed, 7th Jan 2026

Group-IB unveils GDPR-safe real-time fraud intel hub
Data Protection

Group-IB unveils GDPR-safe real-time fraud intel hub

Group-IB launches a GDPR-compliant platform for banks to share real-time fraud risk signals, tackling rising losses such as GBP £600 million in the UK.

Mon, 5th Jan 2026

Most UK parents back plans to cap kids' social media use
Digital Entertainment

Most UK parents back plans to cap kids' social media use

Two thirds of UK parents back government plans to cap children's social media at two hours a day, new Uswitch research suggests.

Fri, 12th Dec 2025

Building a digital economy for Gen Z
Opinion

Building a digital economy for Gen Z

Gen Z expects a digital economy that moves as fast and fluidly as their online lives, demanding real-time, seamless monetary interactions and value exchange.

Mon, 24th Nov 2025

Risk yoga - are you as flexible as you think you are?
Business Continuity

Risk yoga - are you as flexible as you think you are?

CISOs must embrace flexibility like yoga to balance evolving business risks and protect value as companies pivot and innovate over time.

Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Max Klymenko wins top RØDE award as creator of the year
Sports

Max Klymenko wins top RØDE award as creator of the year

Max Klymenko, a UK creator, won the RØDE Creator of the Year Award and USD $25,000 for his popular Career Ladder series educating Gen Z audiences.

Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Goodbye, scalpers: how blockchain can finally fix the broken ticketing industry
Crypto

Goodbye, scalpers: how blockchain can finally fix the broken ticketing industry

Blockchain technology is set to transform ticketing by ending scalping, fraud, and fees, creating fair, transparent access for fans and organisers alike.

Tue, 18th Nov 2025

European gaming hardware sales surge as GPU demand soars in 2025
Digital Entertainment

European gaming hardware sales surge as GPU demand soars in 2025

European gaming hardware sales surge in 2025, driven by high demand for new-generation graphics cards and premium gaming monitors across key markets.

Tue, 21st Oct 2025

Job Moves