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New console model could be revealed at Tokyo Game Show

Sega has confirmed that its two upcoming digital releases will arrive on console next month. Both Nights Into Dreams and Sonic Adventure 2 will be released on PlayStation Network and Xbox Live for 6.49 and 800 Microsoft Points respectively. The Nights HD reworking will also include the rare Christmas Nights …

Developer Bohemia has rubbished claims linking two of its developers to spying on the Greek military. MCV last week reported that Ivan Buchta and Martin Pezlar had been arrested on the Greek island of Lemnos on allegations that were collecting sensitive information about a military base. It was further claimed …

World's richest ever company continues to shatter records

Borderlands 2 is Diablo with guns”. You can debate that all you like, but one thing cannot be denied – it’s the game of a bajillion” guns. That’s the official number of weapon variations available in Borderlands 2. And finding the best option out of that bajillion will be the …

UK distributor Sony DADC has finally opened its new distribution centre. The facility has been built on the same site as the firm’s previous Enfield installation, which was burned down during the London riots last August. The new centre became operational during the summer but officially opens today (September 14th). …

Konami says PES 2013 is a game that will grow over time to become a ‘title contender’. The firm is hopeful the improvements made to this year’s game will win over fans, and create long-term success driven by word of mouth. This is the year where press is openly talking …

John Rau performs U-turn after latest game ratings guidelines released

Street Fighter 2 producer questions future success of Japanese industry in the home console space

Did you know that we might have some new hardware to celebrate by the end of the week? We’ve already seen pictures of the so-called PS3 Super Slim. MCV revealed in July that the hardware wasn’t going to be unveiled at European trade show Gamescom, and it now looks as …