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Sony’s next gen console is to come loaded with DivX video technology. For those that already own a PS3, DivX functionality will be made available via a software update. Developers will be able to utilise DivX’s decoder technology by updating the system software of PS3’s Software Development Kit to version …
Read More »Monthly Chart Analysis October
ALL FORMATS TOP 20 1. FIFA ’08 (PS2, 360, PS3, PSP, WII, PC, DS) Electronic Arts 2. Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (PS2, 360, PS3, PC) Konami 3. Halo 3 (360) Microsoft 4. Football Manager 2008 (PC) Sega 5. Norton 360 All-In-One Security (PC) Norton 6. Project Gotham Racing 4 (360) …
Read More »‘Xbox Originals suffer minor issues on 360
In much the same way as gamers playing original Xbox discs on their Xbox 360 had to contend with a number of problems arising from the machine’s use of software, as opposed to hardware, emulation Microsoft has confirmed that the emulation of ‘Xbox Original’ titles on its forthcoming download service …
Read More »Kongregate nabs five indie exclusives
Popular Flash gaming site to fund a raft of 'large-scale' new titles from studios
Read More »Konami strikes Euro deal with Hudson Soft
Konami Digital Entertainment has confirmed that it will be the distributor for Hudson Soft’s upcoming line-up of Wii and DS titles in Europe. Though none of the games have yet been named, it is known that they include sports titles, family-friendly offerings and some new IP. The extended partnership between …
Read More »Why do films get tax breaks and we dont?
He saw three areas where Government could particularly work with the industry – technology, skills and regulation. But Lord Sainsbury explained that he felt it was not worth spending time at the Summit discussing tax breaks for the games industry. Almost all industries believed they could make a case for …
Read More »Sony to abandon the Cell?
Gamespot reports that Sony is to end its association with the much-hyped but costly Cell processor, handing over the reigns of its future development to IBM and Toshiba. It had already been confirmed that Sony is to sell its stake in Cell manufacturing plants to Toshiba, at a speculated cost …
Read More »Disney points to games for future growth
Develop reports that Disney’s CEO has been talking up the company’s plans for its games division, Disney Interactive Studios, saying the firm plans to take cues from its music strategy, according a report in the New York Post . Currently enjoying the success of its High School Musical film and …
Read More »THQ targets internal studio revenue growth
Meeting with investors reveals management's plans to bolster business
Read More »Disney CEO says cross-media talents will help games push
Media giant's strengths in multiple entertainment fields can aid game development
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