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PS3 has been discontinued in New Zealand

Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand has confirmed the discontinuation of the PS3 in the region. Videogamer reports that once the console’s current stocks are exhausted, there will be no more units making their way to the region. "SCENZ will not be shipping anymore PlayStation 3 consoles to its retailers," Sony …

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How PlayStation conquered Europe

"Three weeks after they bought my company, Sony introduced me to a busted photocopier with chips hanging out of it, and said: ‘This is the PlayStation’” Ian Hetherington was the boss of Psygnosis – the developer/publisher that Sony acquired in 1993. And his first impression of Sony’s new console was …

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Meet MCV’s 30 Under 30 2015

MCV reveals the 30 brightest and most talented people under the age of 30 currently working in games retail, community management, publishing, events, marketing, PR and journalism 30 Under 30 is sponsored by recruitment firm OPM. Ami LangtonPR and Marketing Manager, All 4 Games Age: 28 Langton’s career started back …

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Humble Bundle launches monthly subscription service

Charity retailer Humble Bundle is now offering monthly games bundles to those who sign up for a subscription. The $12-a-month service will, as you might expect, offer a mystery selection of titles each month. Those who sign up before November 6th will also receive a copy of Legend of Grimrock …

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Who is on this year’s 30 Under 30 list? Find out in this week’s MCV

This week, MCV reveals who the 30 most-talented young people working in the UK games industry today are. This year’s list features people from publishing, retail, distribution, marketing, PR and community management. We also speak to the team that launched the original PlayStation in Europe 20 years ago. That team …

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Microsoft reveals new Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, Kinect Xbox One bundles

Microsoft has announced two new Xbox One bundles ahead of the holiday season. The more casual-focused Xbox One with Kinect bundle features a 500 GB Xbox One console and wireless controller, a Kinect sensor, along with redeemable codes for Dance Central, Kinect Sports Rivals and Zoo Tycoon. The Kinect bundle …

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Publishers now legally obliged to refund faulty digital goods

A new set of consumer rights laws comes into effect today that give buyers the right to a full refund on any faulty digital purchase for 30 days. This is particularly pertinent for gamers, with an increasing number of titles hitting shelves in a state many would consider to be …

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