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WatchKit extension also added for devs building games for Apple Watch
Read More »Microsoft scraps Android-to-Windows app porting programme
Announced last year, Project Astoria was designed to allow game devs to easily translate mobile code for PC
Read More »Apple says no to FBI’s iPhone security backdoor request
iPhone manufacturer Apple has publicly stated that it will not abide by an FBI request to build in a way for authorities to bypass iOS security. Boss Tim Cook has revealed that the FBI wants Apple to engineer a new version of its iOS operating system that includes a method …
Read More »iOS port of The Binding of Isaac rejected for ‘violence against children’
Developer Nialis has previously battled with Nintendo over its approval system, with Edmund McMillen's roguelike eventually making it to 3DS and Wii U
Read More »Apple rejects Binding of Isaac iOS release over child violence concerns
A surprise iOS release for popular roguelike The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth might have been scuppered by Apple’s strict content regulations. Nicalis founder Tyrone Rodriguez tweeted a picture of Apple’s rejection letter this weekend, accompanied by the simple statement: C’mon, wtf… Apple.” The iPhone manufacturer says it blocked the release …
Read More »Nintendo fans can pre-register for smartphone app Miitomo this month
Miitomo – the unusual smartphone app from Nintendo – will launch next month in 17 countries, and fans can pre-register for the game by February 17th. To pre-register, users just need to set up a Nintendo Account. Nintendo will launch its new Rewards Programme – which replaces Club Nintendo – …
Read More »The Witness makes $5m in a week, but is yet to recoup its budget
Puzzle game sells 100,000 units in seven days, despite price and piracy controversy
Read More »King developing its first mid-core mobile title
Casual specialist working on potential rival to Clash of Clans and Game of War
Read More »Apple announces first European iOS Development Centre
Institution in Naples, Italy, will offer a specialised curriculum to teachers
Read More »Exploding Kittens ready to ignite on iOS
Record-breaking Kickstarter card game Exploding Kittens is about to make its video game bow. Tomorrow (Thursday January 21st) will see the release of Exploding Kittens on iOS. The title, developed by Seattle’s Substantial in conjunction with original creator Matthew Inman, will cost $1.99 in the US. Cosmetic microtransactions will also …
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