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EA has announced that those who buy into the current-gen FIFA 14 launch in September will not lose their Ultimate Team progress if they go next-gen. FIFA 14 launches on all manner of platforms (although not Wii U, remember) on September 27th. However, a shiny new Frostbite-powered next-gen versions will …

Quick – there might be a new indie villain in town! Nintendo has confirmed that, for reasons which remain unclear, it is not currently allowing indie developers from Japan to submit games for possible release on Wii U. "The policy in question is the decision of Nintendo’s department responsible for …

National industry cannot support the influx of university graduates, devs say

Randy Pitchford, the boss of developer Gearbox, has revealed further details of the acquisition of the Homeworld licence from THQ. Polygon reports that Pitchford told a PAX Australia Gearbox panel audience that his studio had to fend off interest from two publishers in the final auction – Paradox Interactive and …

Develop meets the companies building an industry hub of the future in northern Europe

Our series of profiles of leading games service and creative firms continues with White Room Games. White Room Games Ltd Sector:Gaming Accessories and MerchandiseYear Established:2009Number of employees: 5Address:Campion House, Green Street, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 4HQPhone:01562 820 010 Key contacts:Luiz Ferreira, Founder & Director – Luiz.Ferreira@whiteroomgames.com Website:www.whiteroomgames.comEmail:info@whiteroomgames.comTwitter:@whiteroomgamesFacebook:Click HereLinkedIn:Click Here White Room …

Microsoft could win the first round of the next-gen battle through raw numbers, one analyst has claimed. Colin Sebastian says that supply chain checks suggest Microsoft may have the benefit of a 2-3x unit advantage at launch compared to Sony’s PS4". And with both machines quickly running out of pre-order …

Ubisoft has released an extremely exciting 13-minute gameplay video for Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag. Game Director Ashraf Ismail takes us deeper into the world of Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag with this new commented gameplay video,” the official blurb reads. Embark on a journey with Edward and discover his …

Smartphone manufacturer is increasing its hold on the market despite falling profits

The former head of Deus Ex: Human Revolution developer Eidos Montreal has resigned. In a statement to MCV’s sister siteDevelop, Stephane D’Astous said the company also suffered from a lack of leadership, courage and communication, and that he was not able to do his job properly as a result. He …