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The Advertising Standards Authority has banned a TV advert for Square Enix’s Final Fantasy XIII after it was ruled that footage from the PS3 version of the game was used to promote the Xbox 360 SKU. The ruling comes after a viewer complained that the ad was misleading because the …

Zynga has announced it has acquired Conduit Labs, a Boston-based social games developer. Conduit Labs, creator of Facebook games such as Music Pets and Super Dance, will be renamed Zynga Boston and will focus on developing new products. As a result, the aforementioned titles will be closed. The company’s CEO …

It’s finally here, Gamescom 2010 has opened its doors to press and retail. The opening day’s festivities began with a special Gamescom press conference, and Konami, Koch and NCSoft are all set to unveil their latest products today It follows last night’s blockbuster announcements from EA, Sony and Microsoft. MCV …

A host of stars from Hollywood and the world of sport will be attending this year’s Gamescom. VIP guests range from the Harry Potter series’ Weasley twins, Oliver and James Phelps – already spotted at EA’s press conference yesterday – to Formula One driver Adrian Sutil. Also due to attend …

Having dated PS3 racing simulator Gran Turismo 5 for a November 3rd European release, Sony has confirmed that the game will ship on the very same day in Japan. In addition, the platform holder will be launching a Limited Edition Titanium Blue 160GB PS3 Slim. The SKU will also include …

Terminal Reality sets out upcoming titles running on licensed in-house engine

Gamescom 2010 kicked off in Cologne yesterday with press conferences from Microsoft, EA and Sony. Between them a collection of new games were unveiled while others were dated and upgraded hardware was announced – and MCV has been reporting on every single detail. But if you don’t have enough time …

After a hiatus from the industry, Richard Bransonâ??s Virgin Group is making a high profile return



Publisher flies six HR and recruitment staff to offer redundant employees work

Sony and EA recruited Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda to demonstrated Medal of Honor at Gamescom today. The rapper – who is also the lead in rap band Fort Minor – demonstrated new mode Gunfighter to the assembled trade, media and partners at Sony’s press conference. The mode allows gamers to …