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Media giant contesting latest decision in on-going dispute

Following lower than expected week two sales of Sony’s PlayStation Vita in Japan, some retailers have reportedly discounted the device in an effort to stimulate sales. The more expensive 3G Vita model, in particular, is said to be selling in very low numbers. GamesRadar reports that some retailers have now …

Introduced in October last year, the Stop Online Piracy Act seeks to empower both the US Government and copyright holders with the power to shut down sites that illegally share copyrighted material. If put into law, companies will be able to apply for a court order against any website accused …

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has reiterated its uncategorical support for America’s controversial Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA). If implemented, SOPA will allow both the US government and copyright holders to apply for court orders to close down or block access to websites deemed to be hosting copyrighted content. However, …

Industry body 'mindful of concerns'

More than 1 billion apps downloaded in a week, says research firm Flurry

Devs to get up to 90 per cent revenue share if 100 games are published before February

San Francisco-based industry event offer ends soon

Paris-based tech firm to develop new tools and updates

A special Metal Gear Solid-themed 3DS console will be released alongside Konami’s Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater next year. The rumours were confirmed by none other than MGS creator Hideo Kojima himself, who released an image of the device on Twitter. The unit features an embossed snakeskin cover. However, it’s …