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UK QA firm Universally Speaking has been approved to join Microsoft’s Authorised Xbox Test Program. The scheme allows companies to test games on all the firm’s platforms – Xbox One, Xbox 360 and Windows Phone. "This is a very exciting opportunity that reflects our position as one of the most …

New CEO Don Mattrick continues company restructuring

Sequoia Capital backs studio with share of new $530m fund for India and Southeast Asia start-ups

You have until midnight to save money on Tandem's Brighton conference

Yes, it’s that time of year again – E3 2014 kicks off on Monday June 9th. MCV will be both on the ground in LA and glued to the feeds in the UK to keep you up to date with all the news as it happens. Nintendo may not be …

First game set to be released later this year

Indie hits take home prizes for their unique takes on touchscreen gaming

The number of pre-E3 announcements this year means that most crystal balls are looking pretty foggy at the moment. With games such as Halo 5, Battlefield: Hardline, Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Forza Horizon 2, Homefront 2, Mortal Kombat X and Hunt: Horrors of the Gilded already out and proud, …

Former members of BioShock team already working on first title, The Black Glove

Intel Developer Blog: How to decide on the right monetisation model for your game