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May 23, 2026

NYC Mayor Mamdani Goes Live on Twitch, Blanks on Minecraft

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani debuted on Twitch on May 21 with a show called "Talk with the People," where he interacted with New Yorkers and answered questions in real-time. During the stream, he was asked about playing Minecraft and admitted he had not played it, confusing it with a movie adaptation released earlier this year. Despite this moment, he addressed significant topics such as his 4.7 billion executive budget, changes to SNAP eligibility, and free childcare initiatives. The Twitch chat was chaotic, with viewers requesting him to play various games, including Minecraft, Fortnite, and Undertale. Mamdani's unfamiliarity with Minecraft was notable, given its popularity and cultural significance. His Twitch channel is available at nyc_mayor for future episodes.

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May 16, 2026

Xbox Game Pass Adds 3 New Day One Games Including New #1 Seller

Subscribers to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass can access three new day-one games, including a standout title that sold two million copies within 12 hours of its launch, making it one of the best-selling games of 2026. These games are not available to Premium subscribers or those on the standard tier. They are not permanent fixtures in the subscription service, as none are published by Xbox Game Studios. Subscribers can purchase them at a 20% discount. Subnautica 2, the sequel from Unknown Worlds Entertainment, has launched and is currently the best-selling game on Steam, although it is in early access and does not yet have a Metacritic score. It is available through both PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Call of the Elder Gods, a sequel to 2020’s Call of the Sea, has a Metacritic score of 80 and is available on Xbox Series X and PC via the subscription services. Outbound, an open-world exploration game developed by Square Glade Games, has a Metacritic score of 65 and is also accessible through the Ultimate and PC tiers of the subscription service.

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April 22, 2026

Quarter Muncher: My love-hate relationship with Minecraft

Minecraft, developed by Mojang Studios, was released in May 2009 and has become one of the best-selling games of all time. It features two primary modes: survival and creative. The game has undergone nearly 16 years of updates while maintaining its core simplicity. The author reflects on their personal journey with Minecraft, starting from childhood and shifting interests over the years, including a period of decreased engagement due to the popularity of Fortnite in 2017. They experienced a resurgence of interest in late 2022 and early 2023 through survival mode but found playing alone less enjoyable. In late 2024, they attempted to create a new realm with friends, which lasted about a month. Despite their ongoing passion for Minecraft, the author struggles with the lack of enthusiasm from friends, leading to short-lived gaming experiences.

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March 6, 2026

Minecraft 2 Reportedly Starts Filming May 1 in New Zealand

A sequel to A Minecraft Movie is set to begin filming on May 1 in New Zealand. The original film is currently ranked #5 on the global box office charts, having earned nearly a billion in revenue worldwide. Jason Momoa and Jack Black are confirmed to reprise their roles, with Jared Hess returning as director. The sequel, titled Minecraft 2, is scheduled for theatrical release on July 23, 2027.

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March 1, 2026

EA Sports FC 26 Tops the Swiss Charts, Minecraft Takes 2nd

EA Sports FC 26 has been the top-selling game in Switzerland for eight consecutive weeks. Minecraft has moved up to second place, while Mario Tennis Fever has dropped to third. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 are now in fourth and fifth places, respectively. Pokémon Legends Z-A has risen to sixth place, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons remains in seventh. Reanimal has fallen to eighth place, while Donkey Kong Bananza and The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild have returned to the top ten, now in ninth and tenth places. The top 10 best-selling games in Switzerland are: 1. EA Sports FC 26 2. Minecraft 3. Mario Tennis Fever 4. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 5. Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 6. Pokémon Legends Z-A 7. Animal Crossing: New Horizons 8. Reanimal 9. Donkey Kong Bananza 10. The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild

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January 20, 2026

Marathon is enjoying some unexpected Ws, with pre-orders flying on Steam and a cast that exposes Arc Raiders’ big weakness

Enthusiasm for Marathon has increased, positioning it as one of the most anticipated games of the year. Following the announcement of its release date and pre-orders, Marathon has become one of the top five best-selling games on Steam. The game is expected to benefit from competition in the extraction shooter genre, with its unique features like first-person gunplay and player-versus-player interactions. Recent gameplay footage has improved perceptions of the game, and it will be priced at .99 / £34.99. The voice cast includes notable actors such as Ben Starr, Jennifer English, Neil Newbon, and Roger Clark, indicating Bungie's commitment to quality. Currently, Marathon ranks as the fifth best-selling game on Steam, with only Arc Raiders and Fallout 76 surpassing it among paid titles. The game is set to release on March 5.

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January 7, 2026

Schedule 1 developer TVGS is ‘an actual game studio’ now, with an office, desks, and a new guy named Rob: ‘By the end of the year, there will likely be 4 people working on Schedule 1’

Schedule 1, a lo-fi drug dealing simulator developed by Tyler, became a best-selling game on Steam in 2025. Tyler's Video Game Studio (TVGS) is expanding and plans to hire a 3D/technical artist, increasing the team to four members by year-end. A new patch for bug fixes and quality of life improvements is set to release next week, followed by another update in late February. Tyler aims to implement proper mod support and will confirm release dates only when confident in meeting them.

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December 30, 2025

Battlefield 6, Arc Raiders, and a surprising MMO are among Steam’s best selling games of 2025

Valve has released its annual ranking of the best-selling games on Steam for 2025, based on revenue rather than player ratings. The rankings categorize games into tiers, with the 'platinum' tier including the top 12 earners, which are randomized. Notable titles in the top tier include Battlefield 6, Arc Raiders, EA FC 26, Dune Awakening, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Schedule 1, Monster Hunter Wilds, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remake, Civilization 7, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, and Elden Ring Nightreign. The 'gold' tier features games ranked from 13th to 24th, including Europa Universalis 5 and Anno 117: Pax Romana.

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December 30, 2025

2025’s Top-Selling Steam Games Include Some Terrible PC Ports

Valve has released the list of the best-selling games on Steam for 2025, which includes: 1. Monster Hunter Wilds 2. Elden Ring Nightreign 3. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered 4. EA Sports FC 26 5. Borderlands 4 6. Schedule I 7. Hollow Knight: Silksong 8. Civilization VII 9. Battlefield 6 10. Dune Awakening 11. Arc Raiders 12. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 The games ranked 13-24 are: 13. Assassin’s Creed Shadows 14. Dispatch 15. Dying Light: The Beast 16. Anno 117: Pax Romana 17. Europa Universalis V 18. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 19. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 20. Split Fiction 21. Inzoi 22. Doom: The Dark Ages 23. Stellar Blade 24. Digimon Story: Time Stranger Monster Hunter Wilds has been criticized as one of the worst PC ports of the year but remains popular among players. Civilization VII also faced criticism over launch issues yet made it into the top 12. Capcom plans to release performance improvements for Monster Hunter Wilds in 2026.

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December 14, 2025

Why Is Minecraft So Expensive?

Many gamers hesitate to purchase Minecraft due to its price, questioning why it remains relatively expensive despite its simplistic graphics and long-standing presence. 1. Minecraft is a one-time purchase game, offering full access without pay-to-win mechanics or subscriptions. 2. Since its launch in 2011, Minecraft has undergone continuous development, providing numerous major updates at no extra cost. 3. Minecraft serves as a versatile creative platform for learning game design, coding, education, and community building. 4. Microsoft's ownership has led to investments in global server infrastructure, account management, and security measures, impacting the game's pricing. 5. The value-per-hour argument shows that Minecraft offers extensive gameplay hours, making it economical compared to other games. 6. Minecraft is one of the best-selling games of all time, with high demand supporting its stable price. FAQs indicate that Minecraft provides exceptional value, maintains its price due to sustained development and popularity, distinguishes itself from cheaper alternatives, does not require additional payments for core access, and offers legal ways to play at a lower cost.