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EA’s Dragon Age 2 will follow in the footsteps of fellow BioWare release Mass Effect 2 by offering an online content hub that can only be accessible by use of a code found in new copies of the game. Pre-owned buyers will face a $10 outlay to access the same …

Rumours abound that EA may have cut over 100 staff

Publisher EA has confirmed to MCV that rumours of job losses across the organisation are correct. We have announced a small number of job eliminations,” an EA US spokesperson told MCV. As you know, seasonal roll-offs that follow game launches are common and vital to maintaining a healthy business. Because …

Scott Henson, the new studio manager of Microsoft owned developer Rare, has told MCV that he expects the studio to work exclusively on Kinect-compatible software going forwards. Kinect will be the main focus for Rare going forwards as it’s a very rich canvas,” he told MCV. This is just the …

Microsoft has revealed that experienced company man Scott Henson has become the new studio manager of owned UK developer Rare. Henson takes charge immediately and expects to complete a move with his family to Birmingham in the next few weeks. Over his 16 years with Microsoft he has played a …

New boss Scott Henson wants Rare to lead the charge when it comes to Kinect innovation

Established Microsoft exec to bring Kinect to centre stage

It’s real! It’s fake! Actually, no comment. It’s been a rollercoaster ride for Sony today but at the end of it there’s one conclusion that seems certain – the PlayStation Phone pictured on the internet this morning is anything but a fake Photoshop job. Engadget has published a second story …

Kids entertainment specialist Cartoon Network has struck a deal with Crave Games to produce a brand new action game for Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and 3DS. Currently in development at Papaya Studios, the title will include many of the channel’s key brands such as Ben 10, The PowerPuff Girls, Dexter’s …

Finnish developer Angry Birds has revealed that Angry Birds Halloween, the latest version of its popular mobile game, has sold 1m copies on the Apple App Store after just six days on the market. The download features 45 new levels and is compatible with the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. …