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UK Chancellor George Osborne and Culture minister Ed Vaizey said that an EC investigation will not stop games tax breaks. The pair were speaking at a special British Film Commission event for the launch of creative sector tax breaks for TV and animation. While TV and animation legislation is being …
Read More »OPINION: A slightly longer wait for tax breaks can’t hurt
This long and at times painful hardware generation – it will be eight years since the 360 unveiling when we see the Next Xbox in three weeks – is matched by just one other drawn out saga: tax breaks for games made in the UK. Every two steps forward on …
Read More »Original iPhone will be declared ‘obsolete’ next month
Apple’s original iPhone of 2007 is to become obsolete in June, according to internal info. The documentation, picked up by9to5mac.com, shows the headset manufacturer will classify the original iPhone as ‘obsolete’ everywhere, except the US, from June 11th – this applies to all Apple products that were discontinued more than …
Read More »SOURCEBOOK: Amiqus profile
Our series of profiles of leading games service and creative firms kicks off with Amiqus. Amiqus Sector:RecruitmentYear Established: 2000Number of employees: 20Address:101 Dalton Avenue, Birchwood Park, Warrington, WA3 6YFPhone number:01925 839700 Key contacts:Liz Prince – liz.prince@amiqus.comStig Stand – stig.strand@amiqus.comSimon Pittam – simon.pittam@amiqus.comMeg Daintith – meg.daintith@amiqus.comPeter Leonard – Peter.Leonard@amiqus.com Website:www.amiqus.comEmail: hello@amiqus.comTwitter:@weareamiqusLinkedIn:Click …
Read More »Develop Awards 2013 finalists revealed
The July 10th Develop Awards will toast another diverse array of the finest European game development talent. Almost 100 different companies have been listed as finalists for the July 10th event. The shortlists for the 19 main prizes represents 36 different games and their creative talent, 49 different games studios …
Read More »Nintendo explains Wii U game delays
Nintendo miscalculated the development resources required for its Wii U launch titles, the company’s president has admitted. Speaking in a financial briefing Q&A, Satoru Iwata said development of some of its titles had required more resources than it had previously expected, and it was then forced to take developers working …
Read More »Freelance creatives directory added to Sourcebook
Sourcebook listings are free for freelancers working in the games industry. Games agencies guide Sourcebook returns in July – with a new section naming creative guns-for-hire in the UK and Europe. It’s free for individuals or work for hire micro studios of three or fewer staff. Alongside our high-profile premium …
Read More »Creative sector tax breaks go live – except for video games
The government has said it is committed to UK games tax relief as incentives are launched for the animation and high-end TV industries. Speaking at a special launch event for the new creative sector tax reliefs, UK chancellor George Osborne outlined the Government’s plans to help Britain’s TV, animation and …
Read More »E3 2013: Early registration ends today
Have you registered for E3 2013 yet? If not, don’t delay – today is the deadline for for early registration for qualified industry professionals. Register now and be one of the first to: Test-drive the latest technologies and never-before-seen products that will change the way you play Connect face-to-face with …
Read More »Don’t be forgotten when Sourcebook returns in July
Intent Media’s must-read directory of interactive entertainment agencies will be published on July 26th. Sourcebook is the ultimate directory for agencies and support businesses working in games, technology and entertainment fields. The guide covers sectors such as Creative & Promotional, Gaming Accessories and Merchandise, International Distribution, Legal Services, Localisation, QA …
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