The British Board of Film Classification has rejected a revised version of Rockstar’s Manhunt 2, accusing the publisher of ‘ignoring’ its suggestions for changes to the game’s content. The original version of Manhunt 2 was turned down by the BBFC in June for its ‘unremitting bleakness and callousness of tone’. …
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[Event news] gamescom dev announces opening keynote by Amir Satvat and first program highlights
gamescom dev has announced the first major program highlights for its 2026 edition, including an ope…
[Industry news] New TIGA Board Reinforces Commitment to Championing the UK Games Industry
TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has announced the appointment …
[Industry news] G2 and PUBG MOBILE announce partnership
Today, G2, one of the world’s leading entertainment and esports brands, and PUBG MOBILE Esports, are…
[Event news] GAMES MEETS MUSIC 2027 — SUPER EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Games meets Music returns to London on Thursday 15 April 2027. One day, one track, featuring the peo…
[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
PlanetPlay (www.planetplay.com), the award-winning not-for-profit platform that channels the power o…
Hands-On launches new developer programme
'Indie Developer Programme' spearheaded by mobile games publisher
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'Indie Developer Programme' spearheaded by mobile games publisher
Read More »60GB PS3 to be phased out in Europe
SCEE is to discontinue the 60GB PS3 in Europe, leaving its new 40GB machine as the only available SKU in the territory. The platform holder has told MCV that is looking to sell through remaining stock of the 60GB SKU in the run up to Christmas. On Friday, the platform …
Read More »60GB PS3 to be phased out in Europe
SCEE is to discontinue the 60GB PS3 in Europe, leaving its new 40GB machine as the only available SKU in the territory. The platform holder has told MCV that is looking to sell through remaining stock of the 60GB SKU in the run up to Christmas. On Friday, the platform …
Read More »The SCi’s the limit
You’ve got to admire their bravery. The two head honchos of the company that have set the financial side of Fleet Street into a frenzy have entered into the lion’s den of an MCV interview without a PR man or corporate communications windshield in spitting distance. Surely this is the …
Read More »The SCi’s the limit
You’ve got to admire their bravery. The two head honchos of the company that have set the financial side of Fleet Street into a frenzy have entered into the lion’s den of an MCV interview without a PR man or corporate communications windshield in spitting distance. Surely this is the …
Read More »Give us gamers more titles like Halo
It’s startlingly obvious that the Halo franchise has been a success. And it deserves every plaudit, be it from retail or from the gamers themselves. Though any successful franchise always has its detractors, what is so admirable about Halo is that it is a hit due to its quality. So …
Read More »Give us gamers more titles like Halo
It’s startlingly obvious that the Halo franchise has been a success. And it deserves every plaudit, be it from retail or from the gamers themselves. Though any successful franchise always has its detractors, what is so admirable about Halo is that it is a hit due to its quality. So …
Read More »XBLA chief brushes off ‘bottleneck’ reports
Worldwide portfolio planner for popular platform says delays are just rumours
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[Industry news] Games Industry Fatigue: 80% of Mobile Developers say engagement strategies lack innovation for growth
80% of mobile game developers believe that the industry’s engagement and retention strategies are going stale, according to a new, in-depth survey of 195 mobile gaming industry leaders.
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[Industry news] Amiqus Business Manager Liz Prince recognised with MBE
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[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
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[Industry news] New Report From G2A and Juniper Research Predicts “Trust Advantage” as the Next Growth Driver in Global Digital Commerce
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EXPO GAMERS 2026: Europe’s Premier Gamedev Summit Finalizes Executive Program
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[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
PlanetPlay (www.planetplay.com), the award-winning not-for-profit platform that channels the power of games into real-world impact, has teamed up with UNICEF (www.unicef.org) to engage gamers worldwide in support of children.
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Alan Boswell Group announced as sponsors at MCV/DEVELOP Awards
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Keywords Studios announced as sponsors of the Major Publisher of the Year Award at MCV/DEVELOP Awards
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Code Wizards announced as key sponsor of MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026
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