MCV/DEVELOP News, events, research and jobs from the games industry
FishVille suspended as Mafia Wars developer faces flack
Read More »It’s true: EA buys Playfish
Reports of $250m+ acquisition confirmed after weeks of speculation
Read More »Xbox Twitter for over 18s only
Despite the ease with which the services can be accessed online, Microsoft has confirmed that its upcoming Twitter, Facebook and Last.FM applications for Xbox 360 will be restricted to account holders aged 18 and over. However, Microsoft does intend to introduce more flexible parental controls – but that won’t arrive …
Read More »Meier reveals Civilization Network
One of the biggest franchises in strategy gaming is turning its attentions to the world of social networks with news that the free-to-play Civilization Network is heading to Facebook some time next year. For all the details follow the link through to CasualGaming.biz.
Read More »â??Free Facebook games make $20 per userâ??
Games analyst Nicholas Lovell explains why free doesnâ??t mean unprofitable
Read More »Face facts: Why Facebook games can’t be ignored
Examining the power of social games
Read More »360 Facebook, Twitter launch date unclear
The launch of the upcoming Facebook and Twitter integration with Xbox Live has been called into question after a date was seemingly announced this weekend. VG247 reported on Saturday that Microsoft’s official UK Xbox website had announced Facebook, Twitter and LastFM would be coming to Xbox 360 on November 17th. …
Read More »You say you want a revolution?
Is the industry really prepared for digital distribution?
Read More »Target Men
All eyes are on Sports Interactive as the competition heats up
Read More »Twitter on Xbox clarified
Microsoft has clarified yesterday’s confusion regarding the upcoming integration of Twitter and Facebook on Xbox 360, admitting that Silver Xbox Live members will not be able to access the service on an ongoing basis. Facebook and Twitter on Xbox Live will be free to Gold members, with a free trial …
Read More »