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Read More »Read the world’s first interview with the new Blockbuster UK MD in the latest MCV
This latest MCV–which isnow available to view online– contains the world’s first interview with Blockbuster UK’s new boss, Gary Warren. We also talk to the games industry about the future of HMV and celebrate 25 years of Mastertronic. The issue also features our new-look Retail Essentials section and our revamped …
Read More »Report: Durango will not require connection to play games
Microsoft's next-gen console will allow consumers to play used games, claims report
Read More »Fresh rumours refute new Xbox ‘always-on’ claims; Xbox 360 mini touted once again
A new report now claims that the new Xbox WILL be able to play games when not connected to the internet. Instead, the often-reliable VGleaks claims the ‘always-on’ rumour stems from a second Xbox console that will be launched at the same time as the Durango-based machine. The site says …
Read More »Judge criticises Apple and Google for improper use of court
Tech giants labelled â??obstreperous and cantankerousâ? for their patent disputes
Read More »2013 MCV Pacific Awards – nominations now open
On 9th May this year, the industry will be gathering in Sydney for the MCV Pacific Awards, and you get to decide who’s worthy. To submit a company, game, brand or person for nomination in any of the below categories,email MCVwith the subject heading ‘Award Nomination’. Marketing Campaign of the …
Read More »OPINION: Tables turn at HMV as games suppliers fear retreat
The words look the same, but they are in a different order. Last year, we wrote about HMV meeting publishing top brass to beg them for support at a time when HMV’s relevance (and its bank balance) was in question. Now, games execs are having to remind HMV and its …
Read More »UK games industry to HMV: Stick with us
Leading UK publishers will meet HMV this week with one clear message: Don’t give up on games. The entertainment giant emerged from administration last week with 132 stores, plus nine Fopp outlets. 79 HMV shops closed in total – fewer than originally feared. But there’s still uncertainty around video games …
Read More »Ubisoft readies digital range for summer
Gamers unserved by a quiet summer release schedule might find solace in raft of new digital games from Ubisoft. The firm is looking to take advantage of a barren period for boxed games with a clutch of download titles – including a swift follow up to Xmas hit Far Cry …
Read More »Asda opens PS4 pre-orders
UK supermarket Asda has become one of the first non-specialists in the country to begin accepting PS4 pre-orders. Customers are asked to pay 20 to reserve their machine – a first for the chain which has never before taken deposit payments on gaming hardware. We believe that the demand for …
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