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Tech compatible with Symbian, Samsung and iPhone OSes; Android and Windows Phone to follow

The commercial popularity of Capcom’s Monster Hunter series shows no sign of abating with news that the latest release in the series has got off to a tremendous start in Japan. 1UP reports that PSP title Monster Hunter Portable 3rd has shifted 2,146,467 copies in its first five days on …

Rocketing value of social firms questioned by leading investors and industry players

Raven Software has apparently renewed development on its previously-rumoured James Bond title. Major 007 fan site MI6 reports that a financial rescue plan for MGM has prompted Activision to give the game the green light again, having put the project on hold earlier this year. The game was hinted at …

In a surprise move, it has been confirmed that EA’s free-to-play PC adaptation of its football series FIFA Online 2 has been shut down in China. The9 has entered into mutual agreement with Electronic Arts for early termination of EA Sports FIFA Online 2 license and commercial operation of the …

Developer reveals sales trends within Valveâ??s locked platform

UK retailers remain unconvinced of the value of cloud computing and 3D technology, despite the fact they have been two of the hottest topics in the tech industry this year and are being heavily pushed by some of the biggest firms in the market. The PCR Channel Survey canvassed 100 …

Having finally been broadcast on BBC One last night, the media has reacted with cynicism to what is being widely labelled as an inconclusive and sensationalist report on the potential effects of video games addiction. Check your calendar for a second. That’s right, this is 2010. Why, suddenly, is the …

French company expanding global remit in new deal with Axis3D

CEO Neil Young discusses what Plus+ has done for ngmoco