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A free-to-play version of PopCap puzzler Peggle has arrived on the iOS App Store – at the expense of the existing paid version. Pocket Gamer reports that while the new version is broadly the same as the original release in gameplay terms, it does change a few elements – such …

Synthesis discusses the how it took on the daunting localisation process for one of the biggest RPGs ever made

EA has entered the next stage in the evolution of its lucrative FIFA franchise by opening up its free-to-play PC title FIFA World to all. The EA Canada developed game is effectively the Ultimate Team mode from the console game, albeit built around a modified game engine. It features over …

Mojang’s private Minecraft server subscription service Minecraft Realms is available now worldwide. The developer announced the news earlier this week on its blog, explaining that the service is now an option wherever Minecraft is available. The service launched in North America last month, adding to its growing list of region’s …

Microsoft has unveiled the latest in its Surface tablet line, claiming the Surface Pro 3 will be the tablet that can at last completely replace your laptop. Business Insider attended Microsoft’s New York City event this week, reporting the SP3 boasts a 12-inch screen (up from the Pro 2’s 10.6-inch …

Family entertainment chain Chuck E. Cheese has brought in the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset for a six week test run at locations across three US markets. The hardware will be used for Chuck E. Cheese’s Virtual Ticket Blaster Experience,” an arcade-style game where players grab flying tickets which can …

Ubisoft’s turn-based RPG Child of Light is to land on Vita in July. A digital edition of Child of Light will launch on PSN on July 2nd for 11.99. Meanwhile, a Complete Edition will hit UK retail on the same day, which includes additional game content including a bonus quest, …

Owners of both Wii and DS will no longer be able to play their titles online from today. That’s because, as warned back in February, today’s the day when the off switch will be flicked on the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, bringing an end to a host of features once …

The internet was last week set alight for a few brief moment as John Lewis offered an unbelievable discount on Wii U hardware. On offer was a Wii U Basic console along with a copy of New Super Mario Bros U and 8GB SD card for just 112 – less …

Coffee Stain Studios’ cult hit Goat Simulator is to be the recipient of an extensive – and free – DLC release next month. The game’s 1.1 patch on June 3rd will add local multiplayer for up to four players as well as a brand new map which is roughly equal …