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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BBFC rejects revised Manhunt 2
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’. …
Read More »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 …
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[Industry news] Music+Sound Awards Reveal 2026’s Finalists
The Music+Sound Awards have announced the finalists for 2026, globally celebrating the composers, sound designers and wider creative talent whose work is shaping music and sound in gaming.
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[Guest post] Beyond the Disc: Why the Format Debate is Really About Consumer Choice
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[Industry news] Fireshine Games Expands Its Successful Portfolio with the Acquisition of Danish Developer Fair Games and Their Multimillion-Selling Game Necesse
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[Guest post] Keep Game Concept Motion Separate from Gameplay Footage
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[Guest Post] GTA VI : The Tipping Point For A New Normal
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MCV/DEVELOP’s 30 Under 30 – 2026
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 MCV/DEVELOP "30 Under 30", which will be given the spotlight as part of MCV/DEVELOP #1012, appearing Jan 2027.
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Finalists announced for the Women In Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] Electric Square announced as sponsor of Outstanding Achievement Award category at Women in Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] Screen Burn to sponsor the Development Impact Award at the MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards
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[Event news] Fenris Creations announced as sponsor of Rising Star category at Women in Games Awards 2026

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