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Wolfenstein and Wolverine dev shrinks 'to better reflect the studio's upcoming slate'

Spore studio 'fluctuates in response to business conditions' says publisher

Tax credit proposals recieve 'powerful endorsement' from a new NESTA report

Ahead of Microsoft’s confirmed Xbox 360 price cut announcement tomorrow, Sony has told MCV that it will not move forward the launch of PS3 Slim to compete with Microsoft’s discounted machine this bank holiday weekend. We have agreements in place with all retailers and Centresoft to make sure the release …

The impending release of the new, slimmer PS3 model has provoked a rebranding that stretches to the retail boxes. The new style of box art will be used for upcoming releases, such as Konami’s Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 (pictured right). While they remain the same size, the console name is …

Gem-owned accessories firm Exspect has heralded this week’s deal with SCEE a ‘significant milestone’ in the company’s development. The agreement will see Exspect launch a range of officially licensed screen protectors and cases for both PSP 3000 and PSPgo, with the first products due to hit shelves towards the end …

After weeks of speculation, MCV can finally confirm that tomorrow is the day that Microsoft will reveal its new intentions for the Xbox 360. The announcement is expected to include the ditching of the mid-range Pro SKU and a price drop for the high-end Elite model. It’s also likely that …

Collaboration with Ideaworks3D produces Backbreaker for Apple platforms

Record giant EMI has called on game makers to feature more new artists in titles such as Rock Band and Guitar Hero to attract the younger user. The British music company, manages new artists including Babyshambles, Lily Allen and Bat For Lashes, as well as classic acts such as The …

Electronic Arts believes Need For Speed: Shift will see the franchise reclaim its crown as king of the racers, after a disappointing showing in 2008. The company is preparing a major marketing plan to support the title when it hits PS3, Xbox 360, PSP and PC on September 18th. Shift …