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Retailer GAME has denied suggestions that its own systems are to blame for the Fallout 4 pre-order fracas. The retailer earlier today said that the issues have only affected a small number of users and that it has contacted all those involved to ensure they get their game. Some contest …

First titles to be selected for finance by the end of the year

Green Man Gaming’s publishing arm Green Man Loaded has launched its new Finishing Finance Facility. According to the firm, this offers developers range of financial assistance, including advance cash against future royalties, due diligence, and partnership with existing finance partners. And unlike some other funding options, Green Man Loaded doesn’t …

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Latest addition to Marmalade gives devs access to player behaviour data

Curve Digital has joined the line-up of games publishers looking to meet with indie developers at this week’s Interface event. Interface, which takes place on Thursday November 12th in London, is the UK’s interactive content marketplace, with private pitching, games showcase, funding advice and more. Curve Digital will be hosting …

It’s been a couple of rough months for GAME customers, to say the least. In June, the GAME-exclusive Batmobile Edition of Batman Arkham Knight was pulled from sales days before release. The retailer reimbursed affected gamers with a 20 voucher in lieu of their missing purchase, blaming unforeseen circumstances that …

Eagle-eyed gamers have noticed that a recent update to the Street Fighter V beta has altered the way some of the female characters are presented on screen. Eurogamer reports that prior to the update, Cammy’s arena entrance featured an absurdly gratuitous crotch close-up. R.Mika, meanwhile, used to slap her already …

Asda has turned on Black Friday, signalling its desire to move away from the sales event it helped popularise in the UK. The supermarket, which is owned by US giant Walmart, brought across the American day of discounting to its UK outlets in 2013, making it one of the first …

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