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A small number of users were able to download a backwardly compatible Xbox One version of Rockstar’s much cherished Red Dead Redemption at the weekend. The Wild West game was for a period the most requested title for Microsoft’s backwards compatibility service, so it’s no surprise that an Xbox One …

In the second edition of our monthly feature, Amiqus' mobile specialist Alan Dixon discusses the continuing rise of the casual gamer and their impact on the industry

Project aimed at bringing back the glory days of Medal of Honor and Call of Duty 2 exceeds £100,000 goal

A surprise iOS release for popular roguelike The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth might have been scuppered by Apple’s strict content regulations. Nicalis founder Tyrone Rodriguez tweeted a picture of Apple’s rejection letter this weekend, accompanied by the simple statement: C’mon, wtf… Apple.” The iPhone manufacturer says it blocked the release …

E3 must find a way to incorporate more consumers into the show, say leading games industry commentators. It follows the news that EA will not be holding its traditional E3 booth, and will instead run consumer-focused events in both Los Angeles and London. Meanwhile, sources close to event organisers ESA …

Humble Originals will only be offered to subscribers of monthly game package service, which now has over 70,000 users

Activision’s Call of Duty Black Ops III returns to the No.1 spot this week with an 11 increase in sales. This is the ninth time the shooter has been the best-selling title in the UK since it debuted back in November. This sales increase is likely due to the release …

Refined hardware said to be a rival to Samsung’s Gear VR

Open-world veteran was responsible for creating The Elder Scrolls: Morrowind, Skyrim, Fallout 3, Fallout 4 and Fallout Shelter

Ubisoft’s time trial racing title Trackmania Turbo is launching next month The title, announced during Ubisoft’s 2015 E3 conference, will be releasing on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC on March 25th. The publisher says that Trackmania Turbo comes with over 200 tracks in four environments Rollercoaster Lagoon, International Stadium, …