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A brand new tablet PC called Surface has finally been announced by Microsoft. Competing with Apple in any market is a tough call, but no sector is as dominated by the iPhone and iPad manufacturer as tablets. Microsoft has attempted to differentiate its device from the competition by including a …

PriceWaterhouseCoopers, administrator for GAME, has today announced that 16 stores are set to close today, with all stores closing soon. Kate Warwick, administrator at PwC, said: "In the interests of creditors, the 31 remaining GAME stores are to be closed over the coming weeks and a final closing down sale …

Studio claims film company walked away from license agreement

Microsoft issues challenge to Apple with iPad rival

Pickford Bros encourage free in-game marketing

UK trade body responds to government call for input on games tax relief

Government welcomes developers input for devising tax relief system

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Tucked in amongst what it calls the largest online toy store”, Flipkart has added several video game action figures and collectibles as part of its newly introduced toys section. Amongst over 700 action figures, most of which includes superhero, comic book and WWE collectibles, are gaming figurines spanning several popular …

DirectX 11 support, trial Linux deployment and bolstered animation abilities spearhead new feature set