Media & PR

Two weeks ago we took a long look at the current state of advertising games on TV, and the jury is still out on the value of that medium. But in terms of actual editorial content, the games revolution has already been televised – as online video. Just ask Machinima …

Indie track speakers to also include Dlala's AJ Grand-Scrutton, Mike Bithell and Thechineseroomâ??s Dan Pinchbeck

Nintendo’s 3DS has grown to become the best console ever released, according to UK national The Sun. In the space of a few months, the Wii U’s little brother, the handheld 3DS, has become my favourite gaming console,” a story posted online today reads. I don’t mean favourite handheld console, …

Well, the evening has come and gone, so now is the time to share some of the highlights with you through the new medium of photograph. We’ve had all our winners collect their awards at what was an amazing night (even if we do say so ourselves), and can’t wait …

Guy Cocker has left GameSpot UK, MCV understands, as part of bigger shifts at the site’s London-based operation. Parent firm CBS has declined to comment, but we believe a management reorganisation means the UK outfit will now report more directly to its US parent team. Cocker departed last week. He …

This long and at times painful hardware generation – it will be eight years since the 360 unveiling when we see the Next Xbox in three weeks – is matched by just one other drawn out saga: tax breaks for games made in the UK. Every two steps forward on …

This latest MCV–which isnow available to view online– kicks off our month-long celebration of independent retailers. We profile the top five newest retailers on the market, from ThatGameShop to JD Games. Elsewhere, E3 organisers respond to the news that Nintendo isn’t holding a press conference. And we speak to the …

The always outspoken Peter Molyneux has admitted that he hopes Microsoft doesn’t forget to focus on the gaming credentials of the new Xbox. Although details remain highly secretive, rumours abound that the machine will be positioned as much as a living room entertainment hub as it will a games machine …

Sourcebook listings are free for freelancers working in the games industry. Games agencies guide Sourcebook returns in July – with a new section naming creative guns-for-hire in the UK and Europe. It’s free for individuals or work for hire micro studios of three or fewer staff. Alongside our high-profile premium …

Intent Media’s must-read directory of interactive entertainment agencies will be published on July 26th. Sourcebook is the ultimate directory for agencies and support businesses working in games, technology and entertainment fields. The guide covers sectors such as Creative & Promotional, Gaming Accessories and Merchandise, International Distribution, Legal Services, Localisation, QA …