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Rockstar accused by Edinburgh MPs of obstructing legal process after "union-busting"
1+ week, 6+ day ago (391+ words) ROCKSTAR Games have been accused by a major trade union and three MPs of stonewalling legal processes begun by workers laid off last year....
Scotland's ascent in the video game industry and the digital future unfolding
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (415+ words) The Scottish video games industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past few years, contributing around "188. 5 million annually to the national economy. This positions the country as'a key player in digital innovation'and interactive entertainment. But Scotland's role goes beyond economic…...
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie "
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (151+ words) It's a surprise to no-one, then, that three years on from the original film's release, we've a sequel on our hands. The Super Mario Galaxy Moviehas teed itself up nicely as a movie adaptation of the extremely popular Mario Galaxygames…...
Review - Splitsville "
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (533+ words) Very few breakups are easy, but the breakdown of the relationships between the residents of'Splitsville'really take the cake. Writer/director Michael Angelo Covino's sex comedy follows Carey (Kyle Marvin) and Ashley (Andor's Adria Arjona) as they work through a sudden…...
Top 5 Match-3 Game Development Companies in 2026 that Redefine The Genre's Revenue Ceiling
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (896+ words) Most match-3 games fail quietly. The mechanics feel off, the difficulty spikes too soon, and players leave before they ever get hooked. By the time the data tells you something is wrong, the user acquisition budget is already gone. Picking…...
Snow Patrol coming to Edinburgh next summer
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (359+ words) Castle Concerts, presented by Seat Unique, has announced the Northern Irish/Scottish indie-rock band Snow Patrol as the first headliner for its 2026 concert series with the band playing at the venue on Saturday 18 July. The group, best known for their…...
Review - The Lightning Thief "
8+ mon, 3+ day ago (247+ words) Credit: Johan Persson " data-medium-file="https: //theedinburghreporter. co. uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cast-of-The-Lighting-Thief-Production-Images-Photo-credit-Johan-Persson-01577-Edit-300x209. jpeg" data-large-file="https: //theedinburghreporter. co. uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cast-of-The-Lighting-Thief-Production-Images-Photo-credit-Johan-Persson-01577-Edit-1024x713. jpeg" />Based on Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief, the first novel in Rick Riordan's young adult fantasy-adventure series…...
Castle of Light returns with tales of fire and ice
8+ mon, 5+ day ago (316+ words) The show Castle of Light: Fire and Ice begins on 21 November and runs until 4 January with an after dark experience for all ages culminating with a visit to the Ice Queen in the Great Hall. Historic Environment Scotland are partnering…...
Asian-Inspired Game Worlds: A Growing Popularity in the UK and US
8+ mon, 5+ day ago (372+ words) The visual style itself has become a key draw. While Western fantasy often emphasizes gritty realism or medieval motifs, Asian aesthetics bring vivid colors, ornate costumes, and lush landscapes influenced by traditional art forms. These environments feel exotic yet approachable,…...