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Warner Bros invests big in the UK development scene

Warner Bros invests big in the UK development scene

Warner Bros is launching a new programme of investment in skills and training for aspiring game developers and creative industry talent in the UK.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Apr 25th 2013 at 5:33PM in News
Bethesda confirms The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition

Bethesda confirms The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition

One of the most successful RPGs ever made is getting a value-led re-release.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 3:13PM in News
Are we ready for the biggest video games drought ever?

Are we ready for the biggest video games drought ever?

Fewer video games were sold than ever last week, as the release schedule dries up.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Apr 25th 2013 at 2:52PM in News
Nintendo illustrates the growing importance of online to its business model

Nintendo illustrates the growing importance of online to its business model

It was once mocked for its reluctance to embrace online, but Nintendo boss Satoru Iwata has told investors that the company has well and truly embraced the internet revolution.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 1:51PM in News

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Rayman Legends gets shiny new release date

Rayman Legends gets shiny new release date

Ubisoft has confirmed a release date for the now multiplatform Rayman Legends.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 1:01PM in News
Beyblade game 'vital' to toy and TV revamp

Beyblade game 'vital' to toy and TV revamp

Rising Star Games has signed one of its biggest publishing deals to date with Beyblade Evolution. 

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Apr 25th 2013 at 1:00PM in News
Check out ten pages of MCV Awards photos in the latest MCV

Check out ten pages of MCV Awards photos in the latest MCV

This latest MCV – which is now available to view online – contains ten pages of images from this year's MCV Awards. The winners, the parties and THAT video.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Apr 25th 2013 at 11:42AM in News
GAME launches UK retail's first free-to-play platform

GAME launches UK retail's first free-to-play platform

But isn’t free-to-play supposed to mean the death of retail?

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 11:28AM in News

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Iwata outlines Nintendo's battle plan

Iwata outlines Nintendo's battle plan

Saturo Iwata has admitted that Nintendo has failed to create sufficient momentum for both 3DS and Wii U.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 11:17AM in News
Capcom: "Good" devs didn't want Lost Planet 3... so we gave it to Spark

Capcom: "Good" devs didn't want Lost Planet 3... so we gave it to Spark

Developer Spark Unlimited has come in for criticism from the publisher that employed it to make Lost Planet 3.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 10:50AM in News
MP criticises lack of female representation in UK games development

MP criticises lack of female representation in UK games development

Labour MP for Newcastle upon Tyne Central Chi Onwurah has asked Parliament to address the lack of females employed in UK games development.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 10:16AM in News
THQ netted $6.55m from final IP sale

THQ netted $6.55m from final IP sale

The financial terms of the final round of THQ’s IP auctions has been divulged.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 25th 2013 at 9:26AM in News

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Okami-related announcement planned for next week

Okami-related announcement planned for next week

Capcom has teased a reveal for something regarding Okami.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Apr 25th 2013 at 8:59AM in News
Zynga Q1: Net income up, active users down

Zynga Q1: Net income up, active users down

Zynga has posted its financial reports for Q1 2013, showing a mixed-bag of results for the social gaming firm.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Apr 25th 2013 at 8:45AM in News
Report: EA Partners label shutting down

Report: EA Partners label shutting down

EA is reportedly set to close EA Partners, the firm’s program for providing contract-based publishing services for third-party developers.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Apr 25th 2013 at 8:15AM in News
No E3 press conference for Nintendo

No E3 press conference for Nintendo

Nintendo will not be hosting a press conference at E3 this year.

Michael French
by Michael French
on Apr 25th 2013 at 7:28AM in News

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Next Xbox reveal confirmed for May 21st

Next Xbox reveal confirmed for May 21st

Microsoft has finally confirmed when the first public details about the Next Xbox will be revealed. 

Michael French
by Michael French
on Apr 24th 2013 at 6:50PM in News
Next Call of Duty to drop 'Modern Warfare' name, called Call of Duty: Ghosts

Next Call of Duty to drop 'Modern Warfare' name, called Call of Duty: Ghosts

Activision’s next Call of Duty will be called Call of Duty: Ghosts.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 24th 2013 at 3:57PM in News
Sony promises strongest ever launch line-up for PS4

Sony promises strongest ever launch line-up for PS4

The PS4 will arrive later this year (or early next) with the strongest launch line-up ever to accompany a PlayStation hardware launch.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 24th 2013 at 3:44PM in News
More Skylanders products head to retail

More Skylanders products head to retail

A huge array of new licensed Skylanders products will hit retail this summer.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Apr 24th 2013 at 3:04PM in News
White Room signs merchandise deals

White Room signs merchandise deals

Retailers can shortly order video game clothes and toys via UK firm White Room Games.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Apr 24th 2013 at 3:01PM in News
Lazerbuilt shells out for Ninja Turtles licence

Lazerbuilt shells out for Ninja Turtles licence

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will return to games retail this year in a new line of accessories from Lazerbuilt.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Apr 24th 2013 at 2:53PM in News
'Microsoft has not turned its back on indie devs'

'Microsoft has not turned its back on indie devs'

The belief that Microsoft is neglecting its relationship with indie developers is incorrect, one studio has insisted.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 24th 2013 at 2:42PM in News
Nickelodeon releases Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles app on iOS

Nickelodeon releases Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles app on iOS

The Heroes in a Half Shell have begun their assault on the global games market.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Apr 24th 2013 at 12:54PM in News