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An anonymous blogger going under the name of EA Louse has lashed out at employers EA BioWare and predicted a tough time for future MMO release Star Wars: Old Republic in the process. The lengthy rant is primarily centred on Warhammer Online. I found out recently that I will be …

Last month Microsoft admitted it needed to step up” on PC. The company said it was guilty of neglecting the platform that made it famous – but it’s okay, it is going to fix it. There’s going to be some new games, an improved service and added investment. But hang …

ShopTo will ramp up its DVD and Blu-ray range after reporting record market share last week. The retailer offers a limited range of movies, but will grow the category in 2011. We aren’t the type of company to rest on our laurels so you can expect further advancements in all …

Warner Bros is taking upcoming MMO adventure LEGO Universe on the road this month. The firm is allowing customers to experience the subscription-based PC game at LEGO Land in Windsor and the LEGO Land Discovery Centre in Manchester. The LEGO Universe sampling ‘lounge’ will also preview the game at consumer …

Codemasters wasn’t the only one celebrating F1 2010’s chart triumph last week. Koch Media, which distributed the game in key European territories, was also celebrating as the racing title recreated its UK chart success across the continent. The game took pole position in the PS3, Xbox 360 and All Formats …

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This Friday’s new FPS title Medal of Honor represents not only the return of a much-loved franchise but also a big step forward in Sony’s attempts to curb the recent piracy scare on PS3. Those wanting to play the title will have to update their PS3 to the latest 3.50 …

Anonymous Bioware Mythic insider rails against studio owners

Following the leak of the news earlier this week, Sony has released the first official information about the upcoming LoveFilm service heading to PS3. Described as the most significant extension to date of LOVEFiLM’s direct-to-TV rollout”, the service will provide both instant streaming rentals over PSN as well as the …

There are just six hours left to send in nominations for MCV’s 30 Under 30. Send your suggestions for our yearly look at the UK games industry’s rising stars to Michael.French@intentmedia.co.uk – but you must send it before 5pm today. 30 Under 30, sponsored by recruitment firm OPM, highlights the …