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A worldwide Xbox One promotional tour will kick off later this week. The Area One tour spans the UK, Europe, US and Canada and offers consumers the chance to get some hands-on time with Microsoft new machine ahead of its November 22nd launch. Playable games include Forza Motorsport 5, Ryse: …
Read More »Ubisoft plots big investment in Quebec
Publisher set to create a large number of new jobs in Canada province
Read More »Kickstarter opens up for Canadian-based projects
Kickstarter has welcomed in a new region to its ranks, allowing developers in Canada to create and run campaigns on the crowdfunding site. Canada joins the UK and US as territories that can take advantage of the site’s services. Canadian creators must be a permanent resident in one of the …
Read More »Sony quietly launches 12 GB flash-memory PS3 in US and Canada
A 12 GB flash-memory PS3 super slim model has been listed on Sony’s North American website, but the company doesn’t seem interested in creating any hubbub about it. The launch confirms last week’s report regarding a leaked Canadian retail advertisement promoting the $199 SKU’s arrival stateside. Curiously, beyond the listing …
Read More »BlackBerry admits that it may have to sell itself
Handset maker's fall from grace means its now exploring possible partnerships to survive
Read More »Namco Bandai opens Vancouver studio
New branch to focus on mobile and online titles
Read More »Kickstarter arriving in Canada next month
Canada-based developers and tech start-ups will be able to use crowdfunding website as of September 9th. The site is already open for developers to register their projects. Campaigns will not go live until September 9th however.Those using the Canada-facing site must have a permanent residence in the country, have a …
Read More »Kickstarter Canada goes live September 9th
Crowdfunding firm hosting meet-ups and workshops for interested parties across the country
Read More »Rumour: Black 3DS XL model lands at US and Canada retail this week
A black model of Nintendo’s 3DS XL line looks to be on its way to shelves in North America, according to an ad promoting the hardware. Go Nintendo reports on a print ad from Real Canadian Superstore (pictured) that shows the yet to be announced black 3DS XL, and lists …
Read More »Immigration: The state of play
Develop checks up on the regulations that are slowing studios from bringing new talent to their shores
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