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Read More »RetroN 5 console delayed to December
Hyperkin has set an official release for its near-all-in-one old school RetroN 5 console, and it’s not in line with Amazon’s listing from last week. The (currently unavailable) pre-order page that briefly appeared on Amazon listed the console’s release date as October 31st. Hyperkin has since confirmed the date was …
Read More »Amazon reveals EA next-gen upgrade deal
Another option has been offered for those hoping to upgrade to the next-gen versions of EA’s upcoming games. Customers trading in PS3 or Xbox 360 copies of either Battlefield 4, FIFA 14 or Need for Speed Rivals against the purchase of the PS4 or Xbox One versions will receive both …
Read More »Amazon "looking into" early delivery of Grand Theft Auto V
The weekend arrival of Grand Theft Auto V with some Amazon customers is being investigated by the retailer. MCV reported yesterday that some Amazon customers received their game on Saturday – three days ahead of Rockstar’s apparently strict sales embargo. We have established processes in place to deliver new titles …
Read More »PS Vita TV sold out on Amazon Japan
The early indications for Sony’s PS Vita TV are very promising. As spotted by DualShockers, both the standard and value bundles are currently listed as out of stock on Amazon Japan despite only being listed just earlier this week. The standard pack includes just the microconsole and cables while the …
Read More »Amazon working on Android console
Device rumoured to be on target for Black Friday launch
Read More »Amazon Appstore embraces HTML5 web apps
Online retailer approves direct web links to entice developers
Read More »Is Amazon the next to enter the Android console market?
Word on the digital street this morning is that retail giant Amazon could be on the verge of a spectacular entry to the console market. GameInformer reports that ‘sources’ have told it Amazon is currently developing an Android based console that is due for release by the end of the …
Read More »30cm statue included in £80 Batman: Arkham Origins Collector’s Edition
A Batman and Joker statue is the highlight of Warner’s freshly announced Batman: Arkham Origins Collector’s Edition. The SKU is exclusive to Amazon and only available for Xbox 360 and PS3 in Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. A US version will be revealed next week. The statue is …
Read More »Amazon UK FINALLY launches digital download store
Online retail giant Amazon has finally launched its PC and Mac download store. Over 600 games are available from the website, including a number of free-to-play titles. The site will also issue codes for games on Steam, Origin and UPlay. Amazon was supposed to launch its PC download store almost …
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