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Out of nowhere, Insomniac Games has announced a new Ratchet & Clank game. It’s coming to PS3, and it’s coming this year. You’d think that with Insomniac working on a new exclusive IP with Microsoft for the Xbox One – Sunset Overdrive, its relationship with Sony would be put on …

There’s no better way to take your mind off rising PC game prices than a Steam sale. Steam’s Summer Sale is now underway, offering huge savings on dozens of games each day from now until 22nd July. New games will go on sale each day, so make sure you check …

A lot has been said about EA’s increased PC game prices in India thanks to the#EAPCIndiacampaign. While the intention behind it was to establish an open platform rather than simply an outlet for people to complain, the majority of opinions expressed have been negative. In amongst all those dissenting voices, …

Mike Bithell, developer of the award-winning indie game Thomas Was Alone, has shared on his positive experience with Playstation Plus – saying player uptake has been amazing” since the game’s participation in Sony’s program. Speaking with Joystiq, Bithell revealed the game sold really well” since launching in April. Playstation Plus …

Oculus Rift CEO Brendan Iribe hopes Sony and Microsoft are paying attention to the growing VR/AR space, stating that he’d love to see the two develop headsets of their own or employ the Oculus Rift itself. Iribe spoke withOXM during the Develop conference, explaining that while the company is currently …

Microsoft may be in the midst of revising its policies against self-publishing XBLA games on Xbox 360 and Xbox One. An unidentified European studio with a long and proven track record,” told Gamereactor that it’s currently in talks with Microsoft regarding self-publishing on Xbox Live. The updated policy allows the …

Matmi founder speaks out on lack of developer support from iOS giant and Google

Develop Conference: Game interfaces need to meet player expectations, says Jagex

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Develop Conference: Graphics will be 'indistinguishable' from reality, says Sweeney