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Microsoft says Xbox One has overcome its difficult start and is now braced for the biggest launch in its history. The new console was embroiled in a consumer backlash during May and June over controversial business policies. As a result, the platform holder was forced to abandon some of its …
Read More »New research claims PS4 in pole position for next-gen
A new report states that PS4 is narrowly ahead of Xbox One as the new consoles hit shelves. Research firm Populus has surveyed 1,500 people adults for its survey, and reveals that 10 per cent of UK adults plan to buy an Xbox One versus 13 per cent for PS4. …
Read More »Read everything you need to know about the Xbox One in this week’s MCV
It’s the Xbox One launch issue of MCV, which details everything you need to know about Microsoft’s next console ahead of its launch on November 22nd. We talk strategy with UK marketing boss Harvey Eagle and learn of the long journey behind the machine that would eventually become the Xbox …
Read More »What did you miss from the London Games Conference?
Last night’s London Games Conference was another jam-packed event filled with incredible insight on how to discover, sell and even make games. We had the social giants Twitter, Twitch, Facebook and Google on stage, plus some incredible insight and lessons from the likes of Michael Pachter, CCP’s David Reid and …
Read More »UK retailers offer exclusive Dark Souls II pre-order merchandise
Namco Bandai is rewarding consumers who pre-order Dark Souls II with a host of exclusive loot. The items, which range from t-shirts to comics and iPhone cases, are exclusive to individual retailers, so Dark Souls fans will have a bevvy of treats to choose from when placing their pre-order. These …
Read More »GTA Online Beach Bum pack coming next week
A GTA Online update hitting consoles next week includes the all-new Beach Bum pack. New content takes the form of two new weapons, including a broken bottle, four vehicles as well as radical character customisation options such as different hairstyles, tattoos and clothing. In addition to the above, new multiplayer …
Read More »Twitch now the biggest video site for gamers
More gamers are tuning in to Twitch for their gaming videos than any other site. Analytics firm comScore found the video platform to boast the largest audience and most-engaged users across all sites dedicated to the gaming audience. Despite not naming the firms specifically, comScore claims Twitch has over ten …
Read More »Consoles ‘too limiting’ for Oculus Rift
Virtual Reality headset creator Palmer Lucky explains why the device is staying away from consoles
Read More »REPORT: Warner Bros in negotiations for Temple Run film adaptation
A big screen adaptation of Temple Run is reportedly in the works. The Hollywood Reporter’s sources claim Warner Bros. is in negotiations to adapt Imangi Studios’ endless runner franchise into a major motion picture. According to the report, the film’s story would consist of "an explorer who, having stolen an …
Read More »Splinter Cell Blacklist sells 2m copies, Rayman Legends nears 1m
Ubisoft has announced sales numbers for a pair of under-performing titles, revealing Splinter Cell: Blacklist has moved 2m units and Rayman Legends is closing in on 1m copies sold. Games Industry reports the Ubisoft provided the figures following its recent call to investors, where the publisher had warned investors that …
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