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A 12 GB flash-based model of the PS3 will reportedly hit US and Canadian retailers later this month. Engadget reports on a since-removed leak on Canadian chain Future Shop’s website, which showed the new SKU as available. The tech site also received a photo, apparently snapped at a US-based Kmart, …
Read More »Three more top execs leave Zynga
Three top level executives have made abrupt departures” from Zynga, according to an internal memo from CEO Don Mattrick. All Things D originally reported that chief operations officer David Ko, chief technology officer Cadir Lee and chief people officer Colleen McCreary would be leaving the social and mobile game company …
Read More »StarCraft Universe MMO launches Kickstarter campaign
Upheavl Arts’ Blizzard-approved StarCraft Universe MMO mod has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter. Set in an alternate version of Blizzard’s canon material, StarCraft Universe (originally dubbed World of StarCraft0 turns StarCraft II into a fully-featured MMO title with focuses on multiplayer raiding experiences and action-based combat. The project’sKickstarter page …
Read More »Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition surpasses 8m units sold
Mojang’s hit sandbox game Minecraft has sold over 8m units, console developer 4J Studios has announced. The game’s Xbox team took to Twitter to reveal the latest milestone for what has become one of the three-headed sales monster of Minecraft on PC, Xbox 360, and mobile devices. MCV reported yesterday …
Read More »American Express unveils line of League of Legends credit cards
Financial services firm American Express has announced a new line of credit cards featuring scenes and characters from League of Legends. American Express informed The New York Times of the partnership with Riot Games regarding its hugely popular MOBA title – a move that was motivated by LoL’s player base …
Read More »Leaked US retail ad shows Vita for $200
A leaked US retail advertisement indicates that the PS Vita will drop down to $200 this month – though it’s unclear for how long it will stay at that price. Joystiq reports on an upcoming print ad from Target that shows a $200 price point for the handheld. There’s no …
Read More »Federal judge denies motion to dismiss used games lawsuit against GameStop
A federal judge has denied GameStop’s motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit filed against the retail chain. Polygon reports the suit alleges that GameStop violated the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act by selling used games that failed to include single-use DLC. The lawsuit was filed by three GameStop customers …
Read More »Steam top ten sellers chart: August 4-10
Payday 2 grabs hold of the top spot on this week’s Steam top ten selling products chart. Pre-orders for Total War: Rome II and Saints Row IV had the pair finishing right behind Starbreeze’s upcoming heist sequel, while mainstays Skyrim and Civilization V: Brave New World round out the top …
Read More »Local currency to replace MS Points in next Xbox 360 system update
The next Xbox 360 system update will dump Xbox Live’s MS Points system for local currency, Microsoft has announced. Microsoft chief product officer Marc Whitten revealed the impending transition in a post on Xbox Wire. "After the next Xbox 360 system update when you go to buy something or redeem …
Read More »Arma 3 worldwide release dated
Bohemia Interactive has confirmed Arma 3 will launch next month, announcing a release date of September 12th. The confirmation follows the studio’s reveal that its PC tactical shooter sequel’s campaign wouldn’t make its September launch, instead arriving as three free downloadable episodes at a later date. The launch will be …
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