Tag Archives: microtransactions

Console giant testing the waters with Ryse and Forza 5

It all comes down to whether you think Angry Birds was popular because it was good, cheap and offered tonnes of content or because people simply couldn’t resist the little birds. If you think it’s the latter, then new kart racing title Angry Birds Go presents the inevitable conclusion of …

Phil Spencer has admitted that microtransactions on Xbox One are still a work in progress. The platform holder has faced criticism over the use of in-app payments in Forza 5. The racing series is no stranger to IAPs (Forza 4 had them) but the general feeling is that more content …

In-game credits will be available for purchase on PS Store or at retail

Sony has confirmed that upcoming PS3 racer Gran Turismo 6 will be the first game in the series to offer microtransactions. Prices have not yet been revealed for the in-game credits” system although Sony says that the gamers can buy the credits both in-game and via retail gift cards. They …

Harbottle & Lewis Partner Alan Moss takes a closer look at the OFT’s report on the impact of microtransactions on children, and the implications it has on our industry… While the report describes itself as one that is targeted at protecting children – the report is entitled ‘Children’s Online Games’ …

Studio says it is working 'around the clock' to fix issues in GTA V multiplayer

GTA V multiplayer economy 'balanced for the vast majority of players who will not buy extra cash'

Report outlines tough new guidelines to prevent aggressive use of IAPs against children

Players 'with early access' to multiplayer claim cash cards available up to £13.49