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Acclaimed developer and the creative director of Microsoft Game Studios Peter Molyneux has questioned claims made by Sony that the Move controller is not simply an upgraded version of Nintendo’s Wii technology. I find it hard in my mind to differentiate between the Sony Move and the Wii,” Molyneux told …

Hasbro has been forced to issue a statement in response to speculation over the possible sale of the company. Financial markets were rife with speculation that the firm had re-opened talks with private equity firm Providence Equity Partners regarding a $6bn leveraged buy-out, which would take the firm private. Hasbro …

Amidst the excitement and hype that greeted the launch of the iPhone 4 in a number of key global territories yesterday, a major concern was raised about a potential design flaw that can lead to reduced signal reception on the handset. The new phone uses an innovative new antenna design …

First 500 pre-orders to receive a free Google Nexus One phone

Up close and personal with Playlogic and Guerrilla Games; the biggest publishers and developers in the Netherlands

Animation firm widens facial asset services

THQ has it will be releasing a range of Darksiders merchandise by the end of the year. The publisher announced it has teamed up with Udon Entertainment to release The Art of Darksiders, a book featuring a collection of concept art from the game. It will also work with SOTA …

Zombie Studios uses Epic Gamesâ?? tech for the ninth time

Blizzard’s Korean arm has announced it will be working with Korean Air to promote StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty. As part of this deal, artwork of in-game protagonist Jim Raynor will be wrapped on two of Korean Air’s planes. The two aircraft will fly domestic routes in Korea, as well …

Understand it yet? This Virgin is not the old Virgin. It’s the brand being added to an online gaming platform which gives gamers of all skill levels and numerous countries the chance to meet, challenge and play each other in head-to-head matches and tournaments on Xbox Live and PSN for …