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Britsoft publisher Eidos has claimed that its decision to release a download-only version of Tomb Raider: Anniversary on 360 has broken down barriers” for other publishers – and predicted that the move may actually benefit retailers on the High Street. The firm announced its unorthodox release plan for the title …

MCV sister site Develop reports that Bioware has forged a deal with Sega that will see it produce a Nintendo DS title based on its iconic Sonic The Hedgehog character. It’s one of the first games to come from Bioware’s newly-formed handheld team, which was founded in September 2006. We’re …

Brian Farrell says those who forget games are entertainment 'do so at their perii'

Developer and publisher trade associations unified into one

Renowned Canadian studio commissioned for first handheld RPG

Welsh student's venture wants to create profile for nation's development talent

Florida-based team offering free fantasy American football league

Ricall unveils web platform with commission free licences and direct links to copyright holders

New 'streamlined' categories unveiled as Academy adds Fellowship for games industry

Revamped platform to include brand new community features