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The Netherlands continues to host a flourishing games market, experiencing massive growth propelled by thestrength of serious games and social titles. According to the latest data from research firm Newzoo, the Netherlands is the 16th largest games industry in the world, generating market revenue of $433.2 million (287.1m) last year. …

There will be an added hurdle for New 3DS owners to navigate if they want to purchase the digital version of Xenoblade Chronicles 3D. Nintendo has admitted that those still using the SD card that shipped with their device won’t actually have enough room to download the game in the …

Developers can now fully build their games on Windows, Mac and Linux

Former Infinity Ward dev joins charity firm following the closure of indie studio Robotoki

Restructured studio will “focus on Driveclub as a service”, according to Sony

EA’s new Battlefield game Hardline has debuted at No.1 in the Gfk Chart-Track Top 40. Not only is this the publisher’s first No.1 of the year, but it’s also the biggest launch of 2015 thus far. This is a more impressive debut than Battlefield 4. That title debuted in second …

The Japanese firm talks about the latest updates to its Yebis, Paradox and Mizuchi tools

Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima has spoken publicly for the first time after the troubles between him and his employer first came to light. In what was described as a joint statement with Konami, Kojima said: "I want to reassure fans that I am 100 per cent involved and …

Space Hulk: Ascension studio Full Control has laid off approximately half of its staff and has ceased work on new projects, the developer has confirmed. Speaking with Nordic Game, Full Control CEO Thomas Lund explained that the team hasn’t been able to secure funding for new projects – following the …

Fomer Infinity Ward creative strategist Robert Bowling has joined Humble Bundle as the company’s new VP and creative director. Speaking with IGN, Bowling confirmed his new appointment with the PC, Mac and Linux digital distributor. "Humble Bundle has been an inspiration for a while with the freedom they bring to …