Gaming Media Faces Pressure from AI and SEO Changes

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Gaming journalism is navigating a turbulent landscape. Investor interest in esports has cooled, forcing media outlets to rely heavily on ad revenue and clicks.

Changes in Google SEO, driven by AI and generative summaries, make viewership harder to capture. Big titles like Battlefield 6 and Hollow Knight: Silksong fuel competition for search rankings, impacting stability for gaming publications.

Press-Engine co-founder Gareth Williams notes that fan-led media could consolidate revenue for publishers and help staff, but it’s only the beginning.

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AI-driven automation is reshaping how gaming media maintains visibility and authenticity online.

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SEO volatility is forcing creators to adapt faster or risk fading beneath algorithmic competition.