Rockstar and Sony are likely to face calls for refunds after it was found that the digital download version of Grand Theft Auto V performs badly compared to its disc-based equivalent. Remember, too, that while the digital version cost 49.99 and Blu-ray SKU could be had for just 34.99 from …
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[Event news] gamescom dev announces opening keynote by Amir Satvat and first program highlights
gamescom dev has announced the first major program highlights for its 2026 edition, including an ope…
[Industry news] New TIGA Board Reinforces Commitment to Championing the UK Games Industry
TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has announced the appointment …
[Industry news] G2 and PUBG MOBILE announce partnership
Today, G2, one of the world’s leading entertainment and esports brands, and PUBG MOBILE Esports, are…
[Event news] GAMES MEETS MUSIC 2027 — SUPER EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Games meets Music returns to London on Thursday 15 April 2027. One day, one track, featuring the peo…
[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
PlanetPlay (www.planetplay.com), the award-winning not-for-profit platform that channels the power o…
Dead Good Media victorious at Develop Quiz
PR outfit's company-spanning team clinches victory at last night's clash of knowledge
Read More »Ouya changes Free the Games Fund conditions as Gridiron Thunder withdraws
The controversial Free the Games Fund program from Ouya has undergone an overhaul in response to fierce criticism from the development community. Boss Julie Uhrman said in a video you can see below that the company got it wrong and has implemented many changes in response to the feedback it …
Read More »Sony offers GTA V 80029564 error fix, but no word yet on PSN performance concerns
Those still suffering from the Grand Theft Auto V installation issue on PSN have been given some possible ‘fixes’ by Sony. Despite claiming yesterday that the problem had been corrected, users continue to report problems with the installation of the digital version of GTA V on PS3, which is stopped …
Read More »Riccitiello backs Will Wright’s Syntertainment
Former EA CEO helps front $5m for Sim City creator's latest venture
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Grand Theft Auto V is not just for teenage boys. And we have proof that makes that an ACTUAL FACT. After all, you don’t become the fastest selling game in UK history and make the best part of one billion dollars in a day by only appealing to a narrow …
Read More »Mike Hayes heads VC’s new games division
Former Sega Europe and America CEO joins Mercia Fund Management
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Shareholder claims of unjust enrichment result in injunction
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Read More »MLG adds NBA executive to board of directors
Major League Gaming has announced the appointment of Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey to the organization’s board of directors. Morey has worked in the NBA for a decade, with seven years overseeing the Rockets and three years as SVP Operations for the Boston Celtics. On MLG’s board, Morey will …
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[Industry news] Games Industry Fatigue: 80% of Mobile Developers say engagement strategies lack innovation for growth
80% of mobile game developers believe that the industry’s engagement and retention strategies are going stale, according to a new, in-depth survey of 195 mobile gaming industry leaders.
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[Industry news] Amiqus Business Manager Liz Prince recognised with MBE
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[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
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[Industry news] New Report From G2A and Juniper Research Predicts “Trust Advantage” as the Next Growth Driver in Global Digital Commerce
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EXPO GAMERS 2026: Europe’s Premier Gamedev Summit Finalizes Executive Program
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[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
PlanetPlay (www.planetplay.com), the award-winning not-for-profit platform that channels the power of games into real-world impact, has teamed up with UNICEF (www.unicef.org) to engage gamers worldwide in support of children.
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Alan Boswell Group announced as sponsors at MCV/DEVELOP Awards
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Keywords Studios announced as sponsors of the Major Publisher of the Year Award at MCV/DEVELOP Awards
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Code Wizards announced as key sponsor of MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026
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