Leighton Batiste

In an era where gaming and live streaming have become pillars of digital entertainment, it’s glaring that the BET Awards still lacks a dedicated category to honor these creators.

After months of rumors, Microsoft and ASUS’ ROG division confirmed their gaming handhelds—the ROG Xbox Ally and the more powerful Ally X—during the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest.

IShowSpeed is keeping his Olympic dream alive, getting tips from four-time Olympic medalist and former world champion Ato Boldon as he works toward running the 100m sprint at the 2028 Games.

I was scrolling on my tiktok timeline looking for content to write about and fell down the rabbit hole into Streamer Academy….bruh wtf is this!?

SZA has officially joined Vans as the brand’s Artistic Director, launching a multi-year partnership that blends her artistic vision with the footwear company’s youthful, “Off the Wall” spirit.

Locked-In isn’t just another answer-and-vote game. It’s layered, strategic, and most of all, deeply rooted in real community.

I come from this culture. I marched in Morehouse College’s “House of Funk” Marching Band. My father marched in Southern University’s “Human Jukebox”. For us, marching bands weren’t a halftime distraction, they were the show. They’re the heartbeat of HBCU sports, and our unique approach to musical performance has been influencing broader marching culture for decades.

Let me get this out of the way: I’m a DC fan. So yes, there’s some bias baked into what you’re about to read. But I promise to keep you, the skeptical, Marvel-loving, or just cautiously optimistic reader, in mind as I explain why James Gunn’s Superman feels like the true beginning of the DCU we've all been waiting for.

The National Football League (NFL), in partnership with Cxmmunity Media, Rally Cry, and the NFLPA, is bringing gaming and sports to the forefront with the 5th Annual Madden 25 NFL HBCU Tournament. Tailored for HBCU students, this high-stakes competition not only showcases talent but also builds a bridge to professional opportunities within gaming and sports entertainment.

Ryan and Dalmar return for Episode 7 after a quick hiatus to challenge Kai Cenat's Streamer University and give a recap of DreamCon 2025 in Houston

BET included a dedicated Gaming Lounge at the BET Experience, marking a milestone for the silver anniversary of what it calls “Culture’s Biggest Stage.” In recognizing the ever-growing influence of gaming, especially within the Black community, this addition represented a meaningful step forward in amplifying Black gaming culture.

As Cxmmunity Media secured access to both events, the organization was uniquely positioned to connect the dots between mainstream Black entertainment and the thriving gaming universe.