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Lightning Fish Games' advice on pre-recorded content

Scrutinised board member says a 'vocal minority' caused 'substantial drain' on association

Ubisoft has announced Assassin’s Creed producer Jade Raymond will take up the post of studio head. Reporting to Ubisoft Toronto and Montreal CEO Yannis Mallat, Raymond will oversee day-to-day operations of the outfit. I’m excited to have Jade managing our Toronto studio,” said Mallat. The full story is on Develop.

Controversial board member resigns

In a move that boosts iPhone’s gaming platform credentials arguably more than any other before it, Rockstar Games has revealed plans to release two new titles for the iPhone – specifically, adaptations of two games developed by its Develop Award-winning Leeds studio. The firm is lining up both upcoming title …

Assassin's Creed producer to lead new studio in Canadian city

Epic-owned studio's Shadow Complex sells over 200,000 in its first week

Two giants of entertainment are set to merge following Disney’s move today to buy Marvel Entertainment for $4bn. The surprise acquisition would see the company famous for Mickey Mouse and the Pixar movies grow to include properties like of Spider-Man and the X-Men. In a statement, Disney said the move …

Texas-based Blast Factor developer Bluepoint helps switch PS2 titles to PS3

House of Mouse now set to acquire over 5,000 iconic comic book characters