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October 7, 2026

SportVot app goes live on Android TV and Amazon Fire TV

SportVot has launched its app on Android TV and Amazon Fire TV, expanding its reach from mobile and tablet devices to television. This integration allows SportVot to access a larger connected-TV market, enhancing its sports streaming experience. The company plans to further extend its app to additional platforms, including Tata Play Binge, Vi TV, Sun TV, Dish TV, and Sri Lanka Telecom. SportVot has facilitated over 600,000 games across more than 40,000 tournaments and 52+ sports, including streaming European summer club friendlies and serving as the official streaming partner for the Union Cycliste Internationale in India.

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October 7, 2026

SportVot Expands Sports Streaming to Android TV and Amazon Fire TV

SportVot has launched its app on Android TV and Amazon Fire TV, expanding its streaming capabilities beyond mobile devices to reach a broader audience. The app is accessible via Google Play on Android TV and has the potential to connect with over 250 million Amazon Fire TV devices globally. SportVot plans to extend its app to additional platforms, including Tata Play Binge, Vi TV, Sun TV, Dish TV, Sri Lanka Telecom, and CloudWalker. The company has powered over 600,000 games across more than 40,000 tournaments and 52 sports, including international events. It has also secured streaming rights for the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) in India and expanded its international cricket coverage to countries like Australia, Japan, Uganda, Eswatini, Germany, and Sweden.

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October 5, 2026

The Cheese LAN online tournament united PC gaming enthusiasts in the US.

The inaugural Cheese LAN festival in Green Bay, Wisconsin, had 28 participants and was the first major networking event in the region in over a decade. It took place at the Beja Shriners' Hall, featuring 24 hours of continuous gaming with a dedicated power distribution board and a 2.5G local area network. The setup included switches for 10G SFP channels and three dedicated servers for game file distribution, achieving local download speeds over 1.6 Gbps. An air conditioning system maintained a temperature of around 21°C. Activities included Rocket League competitions, cheese-throwing minigames, and a secret tournament for Sewer Rave. Organizers provided complimentary energy drinks and a vending machine stocked with 16 liters of Sun Drop. Despite financial challenges, plans for the next Cheese LAN festival are set for July 2027, with a potential winter edition.

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September 25, 2026

14 days in Dragon Shelter: A play by play of my first season in the Stardew-style farm sim where dragons help bake pies

Dragon Shelter features a vibrant art style that combines cooking and dragon-themed gameplay. The player arrives at their grandfather's cottage, where they begin learning survival skills and gathering resources. The town is in decline, and the player must earn the townsfolk's trust by completing tasks like delivering baked potatoes. Daily activities include watering crops, cooking, and assisting villagers with various requests. Despite the engaging gameplay, the player feels the world is small and lacks depth, with shops having no interiors and villagers lacking distinct personalities. The game focuses on chores and cooking but may not meet all players' expectations for complex storytelling or mechanics.

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September 4, 2026

LINE Games Opens Playtest Pre-Registration for Amazing Slot Survivor

Pre-registrations for the Steam playtest of Amazing Slot Survivor (A.S.S.) are open from September 9 to September 30. The game is developed by TWOMENGAMES, co-led by Hwang Gyu-min and Lee Keon-soo, and is a roguelike survival adventure with B-movie style graphics. Players will face waves of monsters and can upgrade weapons for combat. The initial demo was showcased at the Busan Indie Connect Festival 2026. The full version will be released on major PC platforms, including Steam, Epic Games Store, and STOVE.

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September 3, 2026

A Documentary About the Life and Legacy of Beloved Minecraft Creator Technoblade Is Officially in the Works

Technoblade was a prominent Minecraft creator known for his humor and competitive skills, who shared his cancer diagnosis with fans in 2021 and maintained a resilient spirit until his passing in June 2022 at the age of 23. A documentary titled “Technoblade Never Dies” is in production, supported by Riot Games and Hypixel Studios, with profits going to charity. The film is being developed by Candle Media’s Candle True Stories and aims to share Technoblade’s story and community with a global audience. Technoblade achieved 10 million YouTube subscribers in late 2021, and his YouTube channel currently has nearly 23 million subscribers. His final message to fans, shared through a video titled “so long nerds,” revealed his first name, Alex, and became one of the most-watched videos on YouTube in 2022. The phrase “Technoblade never dies” has become a tribute within the gaming community, and his legacy continues to influence content, including a tribute in the upcoming 2025 film “A Minecraft Movie.”

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September 1, 2026

Netflix’s Minecraft TV Show Gets a Huge Update After Years of Uncertainty

Netflix's Minecraft animated series is still in production, confirmed by Jens Bergensten, Chief Creative Officer at Mojang Studios. The series was first announced in 2024 and features an original narrative with new characters. Flying Bark and WildBrain are collaborating on the animation. The series is a 30-minute CG-animated action-adventure comedy, with Kevin Adams, Joe Ksander, and A.C. Bradley involved in the production. The last major update was at the Annecy festival in June 2025, and while there is no official premiere date, estimates suggest a potential debut in 2027 or 2028. The series may launch after the live-action sequel, A Minecraft Movie Squared, which is set for release on July 23, 2027.

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August 31, 2026

Minecraft animated series is still in development – Netflix and Mojang deny rumors of cancellation

The animated series based on Minecraft was announced in May 2024 to coincide with the game's 15th anniversary, with Netflix and Mojang collaborating on the project. Kevin Adams and Joe Xander were appointed as showrunners, and Ashley Bradley was brought in as the writer, with animation by Flying Bark Productions. Updates about the series have been sparse, leading to concerns about its potential cancellation, especially after a reveal at the Annecy Festival in 2026 did not occur. However, representatives from Netflix and Mojang have confirmed that the series is still in production, with development progressing as planned. The timeline for completion is uncertain, with reports suggesting production could extend until 2028, and no official release date has been announced.

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August 15, 2026

Weekend PC Game Deals: Total War, Kingdom Hearts, Black Myth Wukong, and more

The Epic Games Store is offering the game Caravan SandWitch for free until August 20, where players explore an alien landscape without combat. After this date, Cadpocalypse and an Albion Online Epic Mage bundle will be available. The Humble Store has launched the Indie's Support for Venezuela Bundle, featuring games like VA-11 Hall-A and Bug Fables, and the Built Differently Games Bundle, which includes titles such as Frostpunk and SteamWorld Build. Both bundles will be available for about three weeks. GOG is also running weekend specials, though specific titles were not listed. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

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August 13, 2026

Where to find the Shimanoyama region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6

The summer Horizon Mascot Party Festival Series has launched in Forza Horizon 6, introducing weekly challenges such as the Shimanoyama Treasure Hunt. Players can find the treasure chest at the Shimanoyama Drift Circuit in the north-east of the region by following these steps: head towards the circuit, veer left under the entrance sign, turn left into the circuit, and look for open garages on the left, with the chest in the third garage. Claiming the chest rewards players with 100,000 credits, 5,000 XP, and 3 Season Progress points towards acquiring the Exomotive Exocet Sport and the Datsun 2000 Roadster. Additionally, players can explore the Hokuryu Sunflower Farm and participate in a weekly challenge featuring the Toyota Japantakushi.