Next-Gen Gaming Blog
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Type of site | Gaming publication |
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| Available in | English (British English) |
| Headquarters | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Owner | Chris Slate |
| Created by | Chris Slate |
| Editor | Chris Slate |
| Website | https://nextgengamingblog.com/ |
| Commercial | Yes |
| Launched | 2011 (editorial origins) |
| Current status | Active |
Next-Gen Gaming Blog (NGB) is a British-born English-language gaming publication headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom.[1] The publication covers the video game industry through news, reviews, technical analysis, release information, and player-focused editorial content. According to the publication, its editorial history dates to 2011, and it returned in 2026 with a structured editorial model featuring permanent editorial sections, topic hubs and dedicated author pages.[2]
Its editorial coverage includes PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and PC gaming, together with reporting on upcoming games, release dates, trailers, gaming hardware, technical performance, Early Access titles, demonstrations, alpha and beta testing, rankings, comparisons and player guides.
Next-Gen Gaming Blog is owned and published by Chris Slate, who serves as Founder, Owner and Editor. Steve Bauman serves as PC Gaming and Playtesting Editor.[3][4]
Overview
Next-Gen Gaming Blog is an online gaming publication that publishes editorial content relating to the video game industry. Its coverage includes gaming news, reviews, release schedules, technical analysis, gaming hardware and platform-specific reporting.
The publication states that its current editorial model was introduced in 2026 while continuing its editorial history dating back to 2011.[5] The website is organised into permanent editorial sections, topic hubs and author pages covering multiple gaming platforms and genres.
History
2011 editorial origins
According to the publication, its editorial history began in 2011[6], when gaming-related content associated with the project first appeared online. During its early years, the publication developed within the United Kingdom gaming-blog community while gradually expanding its editorial focus beyond individual titles to broader coverage of the video game industry.
Historical links with WENB, Winning Eleven Blog, Kitana Media Network and Next Gen Base
The publication describes historical links with Winning Eleven Blog (WENB), Kitana Media Network and the later Next Gen Base identity as part of its editorial development.[7]
These associations are presented as historical background and are not identified as current ownership, organisational relationships or official social-media profiles.
2026 return
In 2026, the project returned as a structured gaming publication with updated publishing standards and a revised editorial model.[8]
The relaunch introduced permanent editorial sections, dedicated author pages and topic hubs intended to support ongoing coverage of the gaming industry. The publication also expanded its editorial focus to include technical performance analysis, gaming hardware, release calendars, reviews, rankings, comparisons and player-focused reporting.
Editorial coverage
Next-Gen Gaming Blog covers a broad range of topics relating to the video game industry, including gaming news, upcoming games, release dates, delays and cancellations, official announcements, showcases, trailers, reviews, re-reviews, rankings, comparisons and player guides.
The publication also reports on gaming hardware, technical performance, Early Access titles, demonstrations, and alpha and beta testing. Coverage spans the major gaming platforms—PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and PC gaming—and includes role-playing games (RPGs), simulation games and strategy games.
Reviews and technical analysis
Reviews published by Next-Gen Gaming Blog examine gameplay, presentation, technical performance, optimisation and the overall player experience. The publication also covers pre-release software through Early Access programmes, demonstrations, and alpha and beta testing, providing readers with information about games before commercial release.
Ownership and editorial team
According to the publication's official ownership, team and masthead information, Chris Slate serves as Founder, Owner and Editor, overseeing the publication's editorial direction and management.[9][10]
The current editorial team includes:
- Chris Slate — Founder, Owner and Editor
- Steve Bauman — PC Gaming and Playtesting Editor
Historical contributors associated with earlier stages of the publication's development are not identified as members of the current editorial team unless confirmed by the publication's current official information.
Contact information
Next-Gen Gaming Blog
71–75 Shelton Street
London, England WC2H 9JQ
United Kingdom
General enquiries: [email protected]
Editorial enquiries: [email protected]
Corrections: [email protected]
Advertising and commercial partnerships: [email protected]
Official source: https://nextgengamingblog.com/contact/
External links
- Official website — https://nextgengamingblog.com/
References
- ↑ "About". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "About". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "Team". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "Masthead". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "About". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "About". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "About". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "About". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "Team". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
- ↑ "Masthead". Next-Gen Gaming Blog.
