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Michael Pachter says that the Xbox One outsold the PS4 in the US in September. VentureBeat reports that the analyst estimates sales of 325k for Microsoft’s machine throughout the month compared to Sony’s 250k sales. The result is interesting as September saw the release of the record-breaking Destiny, which itself …

Michiteru Okabe says immersion in horror is more important than in other genres

Unity has finally responded to ongoing rumours that it’s looking for a buyer – and it’s disappointing news for anyone hoping to acquire the firm. The company behind one of the most widely used game engines has insisted that it is not looking to sell or be acquired. That’s according …

CTO assures devs that tech firm intends to stay independent

Jagex has announced a new Runescape spin-off called Chronicle: Runescape Legends. The inspiration garnered from Blizzard’s World of Warcraft spin-off Hearthstone is clear to see. Action takes place in the pages of what is described as a living book”, with the pictured virtual game board and pieces offering at least …

Driveclub will see some of its online features switched on in the coming day as Evolution claims that the game’s online performance is improving. Players are largely still reporting issues with the game’s online connectivity, and even when they are connected functions such as Clubs and leaderboards remain offline. Continual …

Ubisoft isn't quite willing to leave the current generation behind this year, but it's not letting it constrain Assasin's Creed: Unity either.

Assassin’s Creed Rogue will see a release on Windows PC in addition to its console launch, Ubisoft has revealed. The publisher placed a release window of early 2015” for the PC version – meaning it will arrive at least a few months after the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 editions …

A Resident Evil television series based on the film franchise of the same name is being produced, according to a new report. Variety has confirmation from Constantin Film studio executive Martin Moskowicz that his German production house has taken the reigns on the new series. Moskowicz states the production company …

Shadow of Mordor is out in front for the second week running on Steam’s latest top ten sellers chart. The title beat out Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel in the runner-up spot and Alien: Isolation in third to maintain its peak position on the list. Chart regulars filled out the middle portion, …