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The Sony Ericsson PlayStation phone may for the time being remain a speculative possibility, but the chances just got a whole load better with the news that Sony Ericsson is to drop both its Walkman and Cybershot brands in favour of a unified entertainment offering. To read the full story …

NORDIC GAME: Heavy Rain executive producer Guillaume de Fondaumiere to replace Fred Hasson

Bethesda has confirmed that its three until now Xbox 360 exclusive DLC releases are heading to PS3 – along with two new downloadable offerings heading to both consoles, along with the PC. In addition, three new retail SKUs containing the various downloadable releases, as well as a complete Game of …

NORDIC GAME: Teams share three million kroner in funding from Nordic body

PS3 to get all Xbox 360 content; New DLC on the way for all; New retail SKUs revealed

Train2Game distance-learning courses open to all, with Tiga to aid in course development

US office to be helmed by ex-SCE staff Sarah Stocker and Mark Danks

Suda 51 studio reveals its portfolio of partners, with Square Enix included on the list

Everything you need to know about Havok's new AI tech

Department store giant John Lewis is planning to boost its games offer ahead of the Christmas period, MCV can reveal. The development follows news that John Lewis will invest 6 million in 30 new standalone stores that will focus on its home and electrical lines, with the first new store …