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Frictional Games’ latest horror release Soma has sold nearly 100,000 copies since its launch late last month. A post on the developer’s blog reveals the game has sold 92,000 units across all platforms – finishing sixth on Steam’s top ten list last week in the process. It took Frictional’s previous …

Microsoft has announced two new Xbox One bundles ahead of the holiday season. The more casual-focused Xbox One with Kinect bundle features a 500 GB Xbox One console and wireless controller, a Kinect sensor, along with redeemable codes for Dance Central, Kinect Sports Rivals and Zoo Tycoon. The Kinect bundle …

The Stanley Parable creator Davey Wreden has announced the launch of his next game The Beginner’s Guide. Windows and Mac editions of the game are available now onSteamand Humble Store for $10 – though Steam is offering a 20 per cent launch week discount that Humble Store isn’t reflecting at …

EA Canada revealed as most successful studio of September as FIFA 16 outsells Metal Gear V

Ubisoft’s upcoming console and PC title Assassin’s Creed: Syndicate will offer users the chance to pay to accelerate progress. Syndicate will include paid options to save time and accelerate progress,” senior producer Francois Pelland told IGN. The model for Assassin’s Creed Syndicate is quite similar to Black Flag, allowing players …

MCV’s vital guide to key UK games agencies and services will return in January 2016. Now called the Directory, this is an interactive website and printed book that will featurethe best names in Quality Assurance, Localisation, Public Relations, Creative Agencies, Payment Methods, Recruitment, Accessories, Merchandise, Distribution, Manufacturing, Events and more. …

Recruitment firm OPM has backed this year’s MCV 30 Under 30. The full list of the 30 most talented individuals working in the games industry under the age of 30 will be revealed tomorrow (Friday, October 2nd). It will be appearing in print, and will also be on our website …

Divinia Knowles leaving Moshi Monsters firm, will remain on board of directors

The vocal criticism of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided’s tiered pre-order scheme has led to its cancellation. The ‘Augmented’ pre-order system was revealed last month, leading to a fierce backlash. Many were unhappy that in forcing customers to choose between pre-order gifts, certain content would remain inaccessible to all but those …

Having waited eight months to get their hands on the long-delayed game, the free PlayStation Plus version of Driveclub will disappear from PSN on October 6th. Remember, PS+ Instant Game Collection titles remain accessible to PS+ subscribers for the duration of their subscription, so anyone who grans it before then …