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Not content with having already seriously grown the games market globally in the past few years, Nintendo is confident its new DSi handheld will fuel even more industry expansion. Today the format-holder announced the third-generation of the DS will arrive in Europe on April 3rd. The North American launch is …

Nintendo’s UK general manager David Yarnton told MCV that retailers can expect a ‘consistent and steady’ flow of DSi stock once the machine arrives in April. This morning we revealed that the upgraded device will be available across Europe from April 3rd priced 149.99. The handheld will be available alongside …

The next generation of the Nintendo DS, the upgraded DSi device, will hit the UK and Europe on April 3rd. Arriving days before the release of the handheld in the US – which was confirmed yesterday for April 5th – the machine will be priced 149.99 in the UK. The …

3D engine company and outsourcer combine to provide end-to-end solution

Online games publisher plans to scoop up studios and new titles, widens remit to Flash

Zavvi will disappear from the UK High Street this week, according to administrators. Ernst & Young has revealed that all remaining Zavvi stores will close on February 20th, with the loss of 446 jobs. However, five stores have been sold to Head Entertainment LLP – the new venture from Zavvi …

Popular visual arts conference wants interactive content

The newest version of the Nintendo DS, the Nintendo DSi, will be released in North America on April 5th, priced US$169.99. Available in blue or black colours, the device boasts new features like a bigger screen and built-in cameras. The device was released in Japan in December to strong sales. …

New product to be announced at GDC promises development 'at the speed of light', says firm

The Office of Fair Trading is investigating HMV’s acquisition of nine Zavvi stores. The body said in a statement that it was ‘considering whether arrangements are in progress or in contemplation which, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions …