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Read More »Nominations now open for Develop Awards 2016
Annual celebration of the best games development talent returns on Wednesday, July 13th
Read More »Phil Spencer continues his war against fanboyism
Xbox boss Phil Spencer has once again challenged the fanboys of social media by stating that those who wish a game to fail because of its host platform aren’t real gamers. As spotted by GameSpot, when asked on Twitter what games he was most looking forward to in 2016, Spencer …
Read More »There will be no Disney Infinity 4.0 this year
Disney has said that it will not release a new standalone version of its toys-to-life series Disney Infinity in 2016. Instead, the company has vowed to support its most recent release, Disney Infinity 3.0, with a range of new content based on new and existing Disney properties. It’s the first …
Read More »Activision will not have a booth at E3
Call of Duty publisher Activision Blizzard will not have a booth at this year’s E3. Rather, the company will be showing off its new Call of Duty title on Sony’s stand, further cementing the game’s tie-up with PlayStation. That’s the new title in the series developed by Infinity Ward. Activision …
Read More »Internet connection required to experience Quantum Break’s TV drama
Microsoft has altered the way in which it intends to deliver Quantum Break’s unusual combination of game and live-action TV show. The original plan, as detailed last year, was to include both the game and the show on the retail disc. The idea is that as players make decision in-game …
Read More »Former EA exec Frank Gibeau is the new Zynga CEO
Zynga CEO Mark Pincus has been replaced by former EA exec Frank Gibeau. Pincus’ resignation from his position at the top of the social and mobile studio marks the second time he has stepped down from the post. He returned to the company last April, replacing outgoing boss Don Mattrick, …
Read More »PlayStation Blog prices No Man’s Sky at $60, says pre-orders open this week
A slip-up on the US PlayStation Blog may have revealed a couple of details about the much anticipated No Man’s Sky. In a graphic that has now been pulled, the game was listed as having a $60 RPP (making it a full-price title). It also seemed to suggest that pre-orders …
Read More »EA veteran Frank Gibeau named as new Zynga CEO
Former chief Mark Pincus steps down for a second time
Read More »Uncharted 4 delayed for a third time
Sony’s PS4 exclusive Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End has had its release date delayed for a third time. The game is now due out worldwide on May 10th. This is apparently not to allow for extra development time but is instead linked to manufacturing demands. As you know, Naughty Dog …
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