ExtraEmily Got Banned on Twitch — Fans Point to "Reckless" Texting and Driving IRL Stream
Popular Twitch streamer ExtraEmily was handed a surprising ban recently. The reason why seems to involve her recent IRL stream violating community guidelines.
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Twitch Stories Lets Creators Post Temporary Content — Everything to Know
Twitch Stories are a new addition to the platform that allow creators to share posts that expire in 48 hours — similar to Instagram and Snapchat stories.
Rumor Claims Walmart Will Stop Selling Physical Xbox Games in 2024
As Xbox sets its eyes on going digital, physical retailers such as Walmart are rumored to discontinue selling physical copies starting in 2024.
YouTuber SSSniperWolf Sparks Drama With Jacksfilms After Recent Visit to His House
The drama between YouTubers SSSniperWolf and Jacksfilms has taken a controversial turn. Jacksfilms calls for SSSniperWolf to be "de-platformed."
Fan Reactions to PS5 Slim Reveal Puts New Console Under Fire for Lackluster Design
So, turns out the PS5 Slim isn't all that unique from its predecessor, and gamers have had a field day roasting the lack of difference through funny memes.
Can You Use 'Roblox' Chat on PS4 and PS5? We Got Some Bad News
Chatting with others in 'Roblox' is an integral part of the experience. However, for PlayStation 4 and 5 owners, it'll be much harder to communicate in-game.
Video Released of LAPD Officers Fired for Ignoring Robbery to Play 'Pokémon GO'
The Los Angeles Police Department recently released a 2017 video exposing two of its officers ignoring a call for robbery to play 'Pokémon GO' while on duty.
Donald Mustard Was One of Creative Leads Over 'Fortnite' — What's His Net Worth?
Only a select few have been trailblazers like Donald Mustard, and his work on 'Fortnite,' 'Infinity Blade,' and more has only skyrocketed his net worth since.
Guzzlord Is Now Available in Five-Star 'Pokémon GO' Raids — Here’s How to Catch It
Fairy-type Pokémon will make quick work of Guzzlord, though you’ll still want to team up with a few other trainers to increase your odds of success.
Want to Play That 'Tetris'-like Watermelon Game From Japan? Here's How
A Watermelon-themed mini-game has gone viral over in Japan for its cute art style and difficult gameplay. If you'd like to play it, here's what to know.
Distracted With... Cozy K (EXCLUSIVE)
Gaming creator Cozy K answers 13 quick questions with 'Distractify,' from her perfect cozy day to her dream collab.
The Best 'Pokémon GO' Team for Sunshine Cup Are Mostly Older Pokémon Outside the Meta
Sunshine Cup has returned to 'Pokémon GO.' Based on what creatures you have, it could be challenging. Here's the best team we found so you can come out on top.
Twitch Donations Made With a Credit Card or PayPal Can Be Refunded But There's a Catch
Twitch donations such as subs and bits aren't refundable, but you could get a refund if you used a credit card or PayPal. However, it won't be easy.
Trying to Figure Out What a Flusher is in 'Fortnite'? Here’s How to Complete the Latest Challenge
You’ll need to hide in a flusher to complete the latest 'Fortnite' challenge. But what is a flusher in 'Fortnite,' and how do you find one?
Adeptthebest Received Her First Ban Ever on Twitch Mid-Stream — What Happened?
Surprisingly, Twitch streamer Adept was unexpectedly banned mid-stream. Fans have weighed in on why it happened, calling back to when she illegally leaked DMs.
'Total Roblox Drama' Is Based on the 'Total Drama Island' TV Show — Everything to Know
'Total Roblox Drama' was created by Mojo’s Games and pits you against several other players in a series of minigames.
Yes, You Can Still Duplicate Items in 'Tears of the Kingdom' — 1.2.1 Glitch
If you’re looking to stock up on powerful gear, you need to know about this 'Tears of the Kingdom' duplication glitch that'll help fill your inventory.
New 'Pokémon Scarlet & Violet' Bug Can Crash the Game During the Final Boss Battle
A game-breaking bug has been spotted by players during the final boss battle in 'Pokémon Scarlet' and 'Violet.' If you don't avoid it, the game will crash.
Curious About iShowSpeed's Health Condition? Here's Why He Was in the Hospital
In late July, iShowSpeed was rushed to the hospital due to a severe sinus infection. The creator has recovered enough to stream since the incident.
'Modern Warfare 2' Glitches Can Help You Reach Max Rank Faster and Unlock All Items
Glitches are risky business, but if you're looking for an easy XP method or ways to unlock all weapons, here are the best 'Modern Warfare 2' glitches we found.
You'll Have to Make Tough Choices to Get "The Killing Moon" Mission in 'Phantom Liberty'
"The Killing Moon" is the 12th mission in the 'Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty DLC and can be hard to get depending on your choices throughout the expansion.
No, 'Fortnite' Isn’t Ending — Here’s How the Hoax Got Started
Fortnite isn’t ending, but a fake Tweet is making its way around the web that says otherwise. Here’s what you need to know.
Jesser Has Attracted Millions of Subscribers on YouTube — What's His Net Worth?
In recent years, Jesser's popularity and net worth has blown up due to his YouTube gaming videos and real-life sports challenges with known personalities.
'Pokémon' x Van Gogh Collab Was Ruined By a Crazed Mob of Scalpers And Fans Are Not Happy
The 'Pokémon' and Van Gogh collaboration event was supposed to be a great time for fans, but it devolved into a mob of scalpers fighting over rare merchandise.
Many Staffers at Mediatonic Were Laid Off — What Does This Mean for 'Fall Guys'?
Epic Games let go about 16% of its workforce in a recent round of layoffs, including many at developer Mediatonic. Is 'Fall Guys' shutting down because of this?
You Could Play Alongside Princess Nokia in This 'Fortnite' Event (EXCLUSIVE)
Princess Nokia has always been a fan of 'Fortnite,' and though she doesn't personally have an in-game skin, players can compete alongside her in this upcoming event.
xQc Used to Enjoy Offline Chatting With Viewers But Doesn't Anymore — What Happened?
Offline chatting is a niche way for streamers to engage with their viewers after a live broadcast. xQc used to do this before he lost interest due to chatters.
Ludwig Was Forced to Cancel Mogul Chessboxing 2023 Due to Issues — It Will Return in 2024
Unexpectedly, YouTuber creator Ludwig announced the highly-anticipated Mogul Chessboxing 2023 would be canceled due to complex circumstances with the event.
'Horizon Forbidden West' Is Slated to Come to PC Sometime in "Early 2024"
There are plenty of games made for the PlayStation that have since been made available on PC. 'Horizon Forbidden West' finally has a release window for PC.
'Monster Hunter Now' GPS Location Spoofing Lets You Play Without Moving
GPS spoofing tools allow players to play location-based games like 'Monster Hunter Now' without moving. However, there are some drawbacks to be mindful of.
Kick's New Program Will Compensate Creators With Hourly Pay — Here's How to Get Paid
Kick is the new streaming platform on the block. If you're hoping to make streaming a career, here's what to know about its hourly pay plan for creators.
These 'Minecraft' YouTubers Have Been Canceled and Arrested for Serious Criminal Charges
Many popular 'Minecraft' YouTubers have been canceled into obscurity for serious allegations or criminal charges that they could never recover from.
Topsters.org Lets You Make Posts for Your Top 25 Anything, Including Games
Want to know how to make a Top 25 games post with Topsters.org? The site allows users to create grid-based images that list their top 25 favorites.
What Happened to Yandere Dev? The Controversial Game Creator Posted a Lengthy Apology
What happened to Yandere Dev? The YouTuber and game developer posted a long apology post addressing new controversies surrounding him.
Ransomware Group Claims to Have Hacked Sony and Is Threatening to Sell Stolen Data
A hacker group known as Ransomed.vc claimed breaching Sony Group and reportedly has threatened to sell stolen data from the company.
Ice Poseidon Faces Major Backlash for Hiring a Man to Livestream With an Escort
Ice Poseidon, a controversial streamer on Kick, is facing major backlash after he hired a man to pay an escort and stream their encounter.
Kyle Gordon Has an Album on the Way — and a Wacky New Character in 'Candy Crush Soda Saga' (EXCLUSIVE)
Following his debut on 'Eurovision,' Kyle Gordon spoke with Distractify about his upcoming album and 'Candy Crush Soda Saga' collab.
Unity Promises to Change Controversial Pay-Per-Install Policy in New Open Letter
Unity announced plans to charge developers a substantial pay-per-install fee, leading to outrage, death threats, and Unity's decision to reverse its policy.
Players Can Now Refund 'Fortnite' Skins for Unwanted Items — Here's How
Thanks to a settlement between the Federal Trade Commission and Epic Games, players can refund 'Fortnite' skins for unwanted items by sending an in-game ticket.
The Skibidi Toilet Creator Has Reportedly Been Arrested — But We Don't Think So
Rumors have been floating around that the creator of Skibidi Toilet, a video series about toilet people, has been arrested. But the truth seems far from that.
'GTA VI' Is Still a Long Way From Release — but the Leaks are Promising
Rockstar suffered from a massive leak last year for 'GTA VI,' and fans have since compiled all of the leaks for the upcoming game into one document.
Is Gardevoir or Gallade Better in 'Pokémon GO'? Some Trainers Can't Decide
In 'Pokémon GO,' Ralts is a unique Pokémon that can evolve into Gardevoir or Gallade. You can choose one or the other, but it can be hard a decision.
Genesect Is a "Pretty Good" Pokémon With One Major Flaw in 'Pokémon GO'
Genesect is a Bug and Steel-type Mythical creature in 'Pokémon GO' used in many Trainer lineups. But how good is it? Here's what to know.
Players Are Randomly Getting Free Xander Skins in 'Fortnite' — What's Going On?
You could get the Xander skin in 'Fortnite' as a reward from the refer a friend challenge in 2022, but it appears some players are now receiving it for free.
Adin Ross's Fame Rose in Part Through Playing 'NBA 2K' With Bronny James
Adin Ross owes his fame in part to a connection with Bronny James, who he met through playing 'NBA 2K' online. They started streaming together.
'GTA: San Andreas' Mod Can Trigger Unique Cutscenes and Events By Following NPCs
'GTA: San Andreas' is a janky, yet beloved title. Thanks to a mod, the game has received new content, including new gameplay elements from following NPCs.
'Monster Hunter Now' Takes a Massive Franchise and Doles it Out Into Bite-Sized Pieces
Taking a franchise as large and strategy-heavy as 'Monster Hunter' and making it mobile-friendly is hard, but Niantic may have done just that with 'Monster Hunter Now.'
Leaked Internal Talks Between Xbox Executives Exposes Plan to Buy Nintendo
The thought of Xbox owner Microsoft buying Nintendo is baffling, but top executives were seriously discussing plans to make it happen.
One of Gaming's Biggest Leak Reveals Xbox's Internal Plans and New Digital-Only Consoles
Sensitive details about Microsoft's plans for Xbox, including potential new digital-only consoles on the horizon, have leaked and has the internet talking.
Activision Has Reportedly Already Seen the Switch 2 — Details
Nintendo fans have been holding out for the announcement of the Switch 2, though is the company making one? We won't see one until 2024 at earliest.