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With Gears of War 2 looking set to be one of the biggest software releases in the world this Christmas, PC gamers have been dealt a blow with claims that there will be no version of Epic’s sequel for the format. Speaking to IGN, Epic’s Cliff Bleszinski stated: Gears of …
Read More »JAPAN: Xbox 360 price slashed
At a Microsoft press conference at Japan this morning the platform holder confirmed a drastic price cut for its hardware range – with the hard drive-less Arcade machine now cheaper than Nintendo’s Wii. CVG reports that the Arcade pack now costs just YEN 19,800 (100), a significant cut from the …
Read More »Key Woolies exec leaves for Universal
Universal Pictures UK has taken on former Woolworths man Jim Batchelor as its new sales director, according to a report on Music Week. The new hire follows Universal Music’s swoop for HMV e-commerce director Gideon Lask – the second instance of Universal flexing its muscles and swiping key execs from …
Read More »Celebrity Status
It may feel like a modern-day phenomenon, but the relationship between the video games industry and the celeb world has been around for years. David Platt appeared on the cover of FIFA long before Wayne Rooney had even seen the inside of a changing room, whilst Bruce Lee starred in …
Read More »Euro PS3 bundles not heading to UK
Contrary to yesterday’s report that both Gran Turismo 5 Prologue and Blu-Ray movie PS3 hardware bundles were heading to the UK in September and October respectively, SCEE has now reportedly stated that neither will be launched outside of mainland Europe. Blog PS3 Attitude claims to have official word from Sony …
Read More »Trade reacts to new SKU effect
Publishers have applauded new Xbox 360 and PS3 console SKUs – but criticised Sony and Microsoft for indulging in ‘one-upmanship’. Third-party publishers have generally reacted well to Sony’s announcement of an 80GB and 160GB PS3 – as well of news of Microsoft’s 60GB 360 – in our MCV Forum this …
Read More »Top comics announced for Games Media Awards 08
This year’s Games Media Awards will be hosted by the brilliant Canadian stand-up, Tom Stade, and will also feature sets from top comics Terry Alderton and Ricky Grover. With the venue being the Jongleurs Comedy Club in Camden, it made perfect sense to build the evening’s entertainment around some of …
Read More »UK gaming has grown up
The UK gaming market has grown up – and that’s why old-favourites such as Mario and Sonic and retro titles are performing so well at retail. That’s according to games analyst firm GameVision, which told MCV that UK gamers’ average age is the highest in Europe. 29 per cent of …
Read More »Square Enixs Crisis Core reigns supreme over PSP chart
Square Enix has praised the performance of Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII, calling it an incredible success” after its tenth week at the top of the PSP charts. Since it knocked LucasArts’ LEGO Indiana Jones off the top spot in mid-June, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII has ruled the Sony …
Read More »eBay slashes fees to support indie sellers
Online giant eBay.co.uk is altering its fee structure to encourage more High Street retailers to sell through its website. The auction specialist has done away with Gallery costs, improved its Buy It Now service and cut up-front listing fees, in an initiative designed to reduce the risk for retailers. eBay …
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