Gaming has an unexpected music trend in 2026 thanks to games like Mixtape, Wax Heads, and more.

I enjoy games that make me think, which means I often find myself pausing — not literally pressing pause, but simply staying still — to consider what I need to do next. Those are the moments, like ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Sunday’s Game Awards 10–Year Concert took over the Hollywood Bowl, a venue with a 17,500-person capacity and a history of hosting ...

Since the earliest days of gaming, music has helped create a sense of immersion and worldbuilding. From composer Koji Kondo’s Super Mario Bros. theme, to the infectious earworm of Tetris’ “Korobeiniki ...

While video game merchandise typically tends to centre around figures, apparel, and collector's items, there's an increasing demand for video game music – to the point where there are well established ...

Adding licensed music to video games has a reputation for being a notoriously complex and challenging process. But California-based company Styngr aims to make it a whole lot easier. The company was ...

Video game music isn’t just background noise—it’s a powerful tool that shapes mood, guides decisions, and deepens immersion. From adaptive soundtracks that react to your actions to curated playlists ...

When it comes to getting music for games, Styngr is the only fully licensed major label partner that can get pre-cleared music into games. The Santa Monica, California-based company got started on ...

Fans packed L.A.’s Hollywood Bowl, a 17,500-seat venue that hosts the biggest artists and musicians, to see the Game Awards 10-Year Concert last Sunday. That’s right: music for video games. The ...