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There are only seven days left if you wanted to nominate someone to be recognised as one of the industry’s brightest young stars in 30 Under 30. Every year this hugely popular feature highlights the achievements and exertions of the industry’s younger execs working across the UK – but nominations …

The Swiss market is one that has remained relatively stable despite the economic pressures Europe faces. In 2011, the combined unit sales for both software and hardware remained flat compared to the year before, down by only one per cent and still at over 4m units. However, the weakening Euro …

It’s time for the UK’s developers to show off how deadly they are as our Hitman Sniper Challenge competition continues. MCV and Square Enix is looking for the UK games industry’s deadliest assassin. The best performers each month will win a 16Gb Wi-Fi iPad 2 and a 10" Agent 47 …

Apple tablet and Hitman goodies up for grabs in MCV and Square Enix competition

To become a true rock god, you’ve got to look the part. That’s why MCV and Ubisoft are calling for members of the industry to show us their finest rock star poses – and the best ones will win a copy of Rocksmith, plus an electric guitar. All you have …

Popular site GameSpot has created a new app for Xbox Live that will make it easier for gamers to access its video content. The GameSpot app is now available in the UK, US and Canada, and includes a vast library of footage from the site’s video team, including event coverage, …

EXCLUSIVE: Pop sensation Kylie Minogue will star in her own video game this Christmas, MCV can reveal. Kylie Sing & Dance will be released exclusively for Wii in November and will feature 25 of the star’s biggest hits. Tracks will include ‘I Should Be So Lucky’, ‘Can’t Get You Out …

MCV lists the must-have audio products for gamers during peak season in our mammoth audio peripherals guide. Check out the latest audio hardware from the biggest brands and distributors. Venom01763 284181 Venom has all bases covered with its VX Comm series, a range of headsets that promise immersive audio, exceptional …

Electronics group Dixons Retail plans toramp up its support for gaming accessories. The firm, which owns Currys and PC World, described itself as the sleeping giant” of the peripherals sector and is keen to grab a bigger slice of sales going forwards. We have over 500 stores in the UK …

What a difference a year makes. In September 2011, OnLive was the literal centre of the Eurogamer Expo, handing out thousands of microconsoles to mark the launch of its games streaming service – giving users access to a healthy library of titles without the need for discs or downloads. Fast …