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34 year-old usability expert Michael Zummo to take up game director role

In charge of Entertainment and Devices divisions' end-user experiences (not looking after work experience kids)

IGN has reported that the ‘second generation’ music title will hit Xbox 360 in September, with further SKUs on other platforms due later this year. The report confirms that downloadable content for the first Rock Band will be fully compatible with the sequel, while upgraded versions of the drum kit, …

Sony has announced that its Dualshock 3 Wireless Controller will be made available for PS3 in Europe on Wednesday (July 2nd) for 39.99. The wireless controller with vibration function will put truly responsive gaming power into players’ hands, shaking up gaming experiences when it arrives on PS3 this summer. According …

A video game created by the United Nations has been passed by PEGI Online for a 7+ rating. Against All Odds, which was produced by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), is designed to increase students’ awareness and knowledge about the plight of the world’s …

Last chance to book a reduced price place at this year's big night for games developers

Blizzard has confirmed that a third instalment in the revered Diablo III franchise is on its way to PC and Mac. The company announced the news at its Paris Invitational event on Friday, showing off a trailer and 20 minutes of gameplay footage. According to Next-Gen.biz, Diablo III’s storyline takes …

In 2005 the BBC conducted a large scale, nationwide survey to learn more about British media consumption habits and attitudes. Unlike many similar research efforts, the survey encompassed children of age six and upwards and included games amongst the media investigated.

Electronic Arts’ EA Sports label has unveiled further details of its ‘All Play’ line of games – new versions of its football, soccer, golf and basketball titles designed specifically for the Wii. According the EA, the games have been designed from the ground up with new controls and with social …

Those kind folk over at Sony have given MCV readers the chance to win a PSP and a copy of Buzz Master Quiz, with four runners up claiming a copy of the game. Who’s behind the voice of Buzz? a) Kylie Minogue b) Jason Donovan c) Mrs Mangel To take …