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Nintendo has confirmed that Wii Music will be released in the US on October 20th – but told MCV that it still hasn’t secured a UK or European date. First announced at E3 this year by Shigeru Miyamoto, Wii Music contains over 60 instruments and is compatible with the Wii …

Over 20 nations represented at Singapore conference

Events confirmed to-date include: Video Games Live: 24 Oct 2008, Royal Festival Hall, London The biggest music extravaganza in video games is back to launch LGF 2008 following last year’s smash hit sell-out. 2008 sees two orchestral performances performing classic gaming compositions from World of Warcraft, Halo, Myst and many …

North American Xbox Live subscribers can look forward to exclusive GTA IV constant from Rockstar this weekend. Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto IV Live Weekend kicks off tonight and end on the evening of Sunday, September 28 in the United States and Canada. Gamers who register for Play & Win will …

UK studio will be bought from Activision-Blizzard, but its current project has been canned

New office established to build partnerships in Asia and forge outsourcing opportunities

All our coverage from the week-long spotlight on the 'Asia games explosion' in one place

Atari will sponsor the hugely prestigious Games Media Legend award at next month’s GMAs. The classic brand is the perfect fit for a category that recognises long-term achievement and an influential contribution to the industry. Last year’s winner was the Newsfield and EMAP superstar editor, Gary Penn. Unlike the rest …

Senior regional director of Microsoft UK Neil Thompson has told MCV that the recent price cuts are the opening gambit in a peak season which will see tens of millions” spent on marketing the Xbox brand. Microsoft undercut market leader Wii in the battle for the gaming pound this week …

Ahead of FIFA 09’s release on October 3rd, EA has booked the entire half time ad break during Sunday’s Chelsea Vs Manchester United Premier League game to showcase the new title. Airing just before the second half kicks off on Sky Sports One, the four minute ad (pictured) will begin …