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Console and PC MMO the Agency is still in development, and is currently scheduled for release on both PS3 and PC in the latter half of 2011, Sony Online Entertainment president John Smedley has stated. There was a moment in time in our company where we looked at our own …
Read More »PopCap releases Bejeweled 3
Though World of Warcraft may have been hogging much of the PC limelight today, it could be argued that it’s only the second biggest release of the day. What could possibly trump it? PopCap’s Bejeweled 3, of course. It’s the first proper sequel to the popular series in six years. …
Read More »Monster Hunter storms Japan
The commercial popularity of Capcom’s Monster Hunter series shows no sign of abating with news that the latest release in the series has got off to a tremendous start in Japan. 1UP reports that PSP title Monster Hunter Portable 3rd has shifted 2,146,467 copies in its first five days on …
Read More »FIFA Online 2 calls time on China
In a surprise move, it has been confirmed that EA’s free-to-play PC adaptation of its football series FIFA Online 2 has been shut down in China. The9 has entered into mutual agreement with Electronic Arts for early termination of EA Sports FIFA Online 2 license and commercial operation of the …
Read More »UK retail unconvinced by 3D
UK retailers remain unconvinced of the value of cloud computing and 3D technology, despite the fact they have been two of the hottest topics in the tech industry this year and are being heavily pushed by some of the biggest firms in the market. The PCR Channel Survey canvassed 100 …
Read More »Sceptical reaction to Panorama
Having finally been broadcast on BBC One last night, the media has reacted with cynicism to what is being widely labelled as an inconclusive and sensationalist report on the potential effects of video games addiction. Check your calendar for a second. That’s right, this is 2010. Why, suddenly, is the …
Read More »GameStop powers ups
GameStop also plans to introduce its Power Up rewards card to Europe. Power Up inverts the idea of an accessible, mass market points card we’re used to in the UK and turns being a card-holder into being the member of a special club. The premium ‘Pro’ version even asks an …
Read More »INTERVIEW: GameStop
It’s easy to think games retailers are fighting a losing battle. With the rise of digital content, stores must be simply trying to stave off the eventual migration of consumers away from shops and to ‘Download now’ buttons, right?Certainly, some stores are bearing the brunt of such big changes. But …
Read More »Imagine poised for best year ever
Imagine Publishing has bought out its investor and is once again an independent media firm. The move has put the publisher in good spirits, with MD Damian Butt telling MCV Imagine is on course to celebrate its best year ever. Imagine is responsible for a growing portfolio of 20 magazines, …
Read More »Rising Star guns for glory with Deathsmiles
The European edition of Deathsmiles is expected to be a smash hit when it hits shelves this spring. Publisher Rising Star is confident that exclusive content will draw out fans, while the title’s broad appeal will ensure long-term sales among casual gamers. The European edition will be a collectible in …
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