Developer HB Studios’ believes it could have a sporting smash hit on its hands with Rugby World Cup 2011 – if England performs well in the competition, of course.
The 505-published title arrives today (August 26th) ahead of the tournament, which starts in New Zealand on September 9th.
It’s a special year for rugby,” HB Studios GM Alastair Jarvis said. Our rugby titles sell well, and there’s been so much build up to the World Cup with England performing well.”
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The Danish publicly traded computer game company Trophy Games is acquiring the French game developer Playrion from Paradox Interactive. This is the largest acquisition in Trophy Games' history and will form the foundation for a new series of simulation games. At the same time, the company is raising its revenue expectations for the year to €22.8-€24.1 million . With the acquisition of French Playrion, Trophy Games gains 30 new employees and a new foundation for future growth.
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