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Consoles need to take more advantage of the hardcore social gamer, writes Rick Gibson

Game generates nearly £20,000 net sales in first four days

But game will still have initial purchase cost, says Markus Persson

Publisher EA has confirmed that it will once again use the likeness of Tiger Woods in the next instalment of its PGA Tour Golf series. The former world No.1 has been a troubled figure since his much publicised media blowout in late 2009. Back then he was ranked as No.1 …

With the release inching ever closer, publisher Bethesda has released a new live-action trailer for upcoming RPG Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. The short shows a medieval town in terror and a brave hero who stands up to the ultimate menace – an (admittedly less live action) dragon. You can watch …

iTV would feature 'the simplest user interface you could imagine'

The UK’s most powerful retailer Tesco is to cut an estimated 34 roles from its non-food department. Marketing Magazine reports that difficult economic times” have been blamed, and in particular the poor performance of electronics and entertainment. The retailer says it hopes to find alternative jobs for all those affected, …

Multi-channel retailer John Lewis has announced intentions to offer free in-store wi-fi courtesy of BT Openzone in all of its UK stores. Saying that 60 per cent of its customers research a product online before heading to a store to make a purchase. Now John Lewis wants to encourage such …

The man who created Apple’s new voice control platform Siri has left the company. AllThingsD reports that Dag Kittlaus left Apple shortly after the launch of the iPhone 4S earlier this month, having served as Siri CEO since 2007. The reasons for the departure are said to be numerous. A …

US film and TV streaming service Netflix will launch in the UK and Ireland early next year. Its arrival will allow users to stream TV shows and films to their TV, consoles and PCs as well as smartphones and tablets offering access for those on the move.Supporting mobile devices include …