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Publisher THQ has revealed that its upcoming FPS sequel Red Faction: Guerrilla will be released on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC on June 9th in North America, according to Shacknews. No European date has been announced as of yet, though a June 12th release is now likely. Volition’s title once …
Read More »Koller: PS2 could steal Wii market share
Sony Computer Entertainment America’s hardware marketing boss John Koller has stated that he believes the recent price drops to PS2 in the Europe and the US – though not in the UK – could see the PS2 eat into Wii’s market share. We do think the $99 price point could …
Read More »Koller: PS2s library will reach 1,900 titles this year
Following the news that Sony is to cut the price of PS2 in both Europe and North America, the firm has spoken of the new family market it hopes to connect with. This new price means that more people than ever will be able to join in on the fun …
Read More »Sony drops PS2 price
Following an intense period of speculation, Sony has confirmed that it is to cut the price of its leading last-gen console PS2. The machine will see €30 cut from its European retail price, meaning it will be available on the continent for just €99.99. North American gamers see a similar …
Read More »Disney releasing G-Force movie tie-in
Eurocom and Keen Games developing titles based on Jerry Bruckheimer film
Read More »Nordic Game Awards finalists shortlisted
Nominees for Scandinavian ceremony unveiled
Read More »COMPETITION: Win a Nintendo DSi
Nintendo’s always been super-generous with its prizes, but this time it’s pulled out all the stops. Get this: you could win a DSi, the hottest format of the moment, delivered direct to you on the day it’s released, April 3rd. To be in with a shout, just answer the following …
Read More »Square completes Eidos swoop
Eidos will be under the formal control of Square Enix within weeks but jobs look safe, with the business running as an independent unit. MCV can reveal that a board meeting was held this week which took the deal a significant step closer to completion. There are no problems on …
Read More »Sony offers developer exclusivity perks
GDC 09: Publisher says it will match developerâ??s budgets if they make they titles PSN-only
Read More »Thinking about getting a new job?
Are you considering looking for a new job in the industry? If so the MCV jobs board is the best place to start your search. This week there are numerous positions available, including our three featured jobs, which all offer a fantastic opportunity to further your career. With a large …
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