Ill-fated publisher THQ was once the target for a possible acquisition at the hands of EA, court documents have revealed. As spotted by Videogamer, the papers(as found by Polygon) relating to THQ’s now attempted suing of EA over its UFC rights purchase say that THQ first started exploring the possibility …
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[Event news] Indie Showcase submissions open
The Indie Showcase is an opportunity for indie game developers to get their new game seen & experien…
LightSpeed Studios announced as sponsor of the Player’s Choice Award – NOW OPEN TO VOTE!
MCV/DEVELOP has announced LightSpeed Studios as the sponsor of a new category at the MCV/DEVELOP Awa…
MCV/DEVELOP #1007 is HERE!
Hi – Matt here. I’m very excited to let you know that MCV/DEVELOP #1007 is now available…
[Event news] Develop:Brighton – ustwo announced as first keynote
Develop:Brighton is delighted to reveal the first keynote for this year’s event: ustwo’s Maria Sayan…
MCV/DEVELOP Awards – Player’s Choice voting now open
The MCV/DEVELOP Awards return on Thursday, June 18, 2026, heading back to the glorious Royal Lancast…
Monetisation ‘inseparable’ from player experience
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Read More »Latest Grand Theft Auto Online patch pledges to fix disappearing characters
Rockstar reckons its latest Grand Theft Auto V patch will finally resolve the issue causing lost characters, items and progress in Grand Theft Auto Online. Available now on both Xbox 360 and PS3, the patch also addresses a host of other niggles with the Online game, although Rockstar says that …
Read More »Exclusive Skylander Figure available at Asda
To celebrate the release of Skylanders SWAP Force, Asda will be selling an exclusive figurine. The limited edition Enchanted Hoot Loop figurine will go on sale for 13 alongside the new game on October 18th. The Skylanders SWAP Force starter pack will be selling for 52. More than 250 character …
Read More »Valve to host developer-only Steam conference in 2014
Attendees to be given an early look at Steam OS, prototype Steam Machines and more
Read More »No DLC for Assassin’s Creed IV on Wii U
Ubisoft has revealed a Season pass and range of DLC for Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag – none of which will be made available on Wii U. The omission of Nintendo’s machine was confirmed to Kotaku. PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360 and PC players, however, will be able to …
Read More »Psychologist calls for more research into free-to-play games
F2P Summit: Not enough research has been done into why players spend on in-app purchases, experts says
Read More »Retail begins offering PS4 upgrades to customers
Many UK consumers who have pre-ordered a PS4 are now being offered the opportunity to upgrade to one of Sony’s bundles. Those who ordered the ‘solus’ PS4 bundle including the console and a controller for around 349.99 are now being contacted by the likes of Amazon, GAME and ShopTo. There …
Read More »Sony: Camera cut from PS4 bundle to minimise losses
Removal of camera from bundle also gives the console the 'magic price point', CEO says
Read More »Amazon: Get gamers playing more often, not longer, to succeed in free-to-play
F2P Summit: More than a third of paid players still spend after one month in top grossing apps
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[Guest post] Chris Rowe: Co-Dev Without the Culture Clash
AAA development used to have rough predictability. You staffed up, you shipped, you staffed down, and you kept rolling. It wasn’t always stable, but teams could stay together long enough to build momentum.
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Games Growth Summit Announces First Speakers for 6th Annual Event – 4th June
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Games industry veteran Matt Broughton announced as new Editor of MCV/DEVELOP
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