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Average fund pool for successful game projects put at $27k

'The window for release and success of software on the platform ended in 2009', claims indie publisher

The pejoratively branded 'b-team' could now become series' driving force

MiCoach to be published by 505 Games following legal dispute

Activision has at last confirmed Call of Duty: Black Ops II. The countdown to the announcement pointed to a reveal at 02:00am – which perhaps explains why despite naming the game, the teaser video does not yet work. Nor can any of the first in-game images be accessed. Has someone …

Blur, Split/Second and Motorstorm 'are too niche for the modern market', says Sumo's Gareth Wilson

Microsoft has revealed the price and release date for its British-themed Xbox 360 Special Edition 4GB Kinect Celebration Pack. The SKU, which includes a 4GB white version of the console, white Kinect camera, white controller and Union Jack console skin will cost 249.99 and hit retail on May 25th. It …

Winners to receive the opportunity to 'visit a leading studio' and have their project developed at Abertay University

Consumers who were left disappointed by the apparent news of the cancellation of Bayonetta 2 have been thrown a lifeline by the first game’s creator. Spong yesterday reported that progress on the apparent Platinum Games sequel was halted” as a result of Sega’s ongoing restructuring, which has to date lead …

Company held 'respectful' meeting with the rebellious coder