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ESA urges against US Xbox ban

ESA urges against US Xbox ban

American trade body The Entertainment Retailers Association has urged against a possible ban on sales of the Xbox 360 in the US.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 11th 2012 at 3:04PM in News
Extended Halo 4 E3 trailer to air during England game

Extended Halo 4 E3 trailer to air during England game

Microsoft will use tonight’s England vs France clash at Euro 2012 to give its Halo 4 marketing a significant kick-start.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 11th 2012 at 2:16PM in News
Microsoft describes Inside Xbox closure as "logical"

Microsoft describes Inside Xbox closure as "logical"

The cancellation of Inside Xbox has been described as logical by Xbox Europe interactive entertainment VP Chris Lewis.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 11th 2012 at 9:16AM in News
E3 2012: Xbox 360 has "more than 2 years left", says MS

E3 2012: Xbox 360 has "more than 2 years left", says MS

The Next Xbox may be just around the corner, but Microsoft Studios boss Phil Spencer has predicted that the Xbox 360 has over 24 months of live left in it.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 8th 2012 at 2:22PM in News

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E3 2012: Did you miss anything?

E3 2012: Did you miss anything?

E3 has closed its doors, but don't panic – everything you need to know about this year's video games extravaganza is right here on MCVuk.com.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 8th 2012 at 10:12AM in News
E3 2012: Molyneux and Microsoft question Wii U design

E3 2012: Molyneux and Microsoft question Wii U design

Legendary UK designer (and former Microsoft exec) Peter Molyneux and Microsoft marketing exec Yusuf Mehdi have both found time to question the viability of the Wii U.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 8th 2012 at 9:34AM in News
E3 2012: All gaming will be cloud based "someday", admits MS

E3 2012: All gaming will be cloud based "someday", admits MS

Microsoft Game Studios’ corporate VP Phil Spencer has admitted that the future of gaming lies in the clouds.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 7th 2012 at 12:52PM in News
INTERVIEW: Yusuf Mehdi talks about the future of Xbox

INTERVIEW: Yusuf Mehdi talks about the future of Xbox

After the Xbox E3 press briefing, MCV took the time to speak with the CMO of Mircosoft's Interactive Entertainment Business, Yusuf Mehdi.

Leigh Harris
by Leigh Harris
on Jun 7th 2012 at 5:51AM in News

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OPINION: The danger of taking E3 out of context

OPINION: The danger of taking E3 out of context

Some surprises are always kept secret, and some expected announcements seem to disappear into nothingness.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 5th 2012 at 11:24AM in News
Mojang: Minecraft best-selling XBLA game ever, over 2m units sold

Mojang: Minecraft best-selling XBLA game ever, over 2m units sold

It appears Minecraft’s popularity on the Xbox 360 mirrors that of its PC version.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Jun 5th 2012 at 7:06AM in News
MICROSOFT: Summer of Arcade line-up revealed

MICROSOFT: Summer of Arcade line-up revealed

While all eyes were on its E3 press briefing earlier today, Microsoft went ahead and snuck in the line-up for XBLA’s annual Summer of Arcade promotion.

Erik Johnson
by Erik Johnson
on Jun 5th 2012 at 6:06AM in News
E3 2012: SmartGlass offers the next evolution for Xbox brand

E3 2012: SmartGlass offers the next evolution for Xbox brand

Microsoft has described its new SmartGlass technology as “the next step in its journey to make Xbox synonymous with entertainment” following the 2010 release of Kinect.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 7:25PM in News

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E3 2012: Microsoft conference news roundup

E3 2012: Microsoft conference news roundup

Microsoft’s E3 presentation has just come to a close, marking an official start to the biggest week in the annual games calendar.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 7:04PM in News
MICROSOFT: E3 presser closes with Call of Duty Black Ops II

MICROSOFT: E3 presser closes with Call of Duty Black Ops II

With Master Chief having opened proceedings, Activision’s Call of Duty: Black Ops II was given the honour of closing Microsoft’s E3 press presentation just moments ago.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 7:02PM in News
MICROSOFT: Dance Central 3 confirmed

MICROSOFT: Dance Central 3 confirmed

R&B legend Usher has given Microsoft’s E3 audience a surprise with an on-stage performance to announce Dance Central 3.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:49PM in News
MICROSOFT: South Park creators mock SmartGlass

MICROSOFT: South Park creators mock SmartGlass

Animators Trey Parker and Matt Stone took a cheeky poke at Xbox's new SmartGlass technology while promoting South Park: The Stick of Truth. 

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:47PM in News

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MICROSOFT: Resident Evil 6 DLC deal struck

MICROSOFT: Resident Evil 6 DLC deal struck

DLC for Capcom’s Resident Evil 6 will be released first on Xbox 360 via a timed exclusivity agreement.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:42PM in News
MICROSOFT: Tomb Raider DLC exclusive to 360

MICROSOFT: Tomb Raider DLC exclusive to 360

Xbox has won another DLC exclusivity deal, this time with Square Enix's Tomb Raider.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:31PM in News
MICROSOFT: SmartGlass brings Xbox devices together

MICROSOFT: SmartGlass brings Xbox devices together

Microsoft has announced innovative new software that connects Xbox 360 with tablets, smartphones and other devices.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:22PM in News
MICROSOFT: Nike to release Kinect fitness game

MICROSOFT: Nike to release Kinect fitness game

Nike’s Stefan Olander has taken to Microsoft’s E3 stage to announce a brand new fitness title, Nike + Kinect Training.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:12PM in News
MICROSOFT: Xbox to double entertainment range

MICROSOFT: Xbox to double entertainment range

Microsoft revealed further expansions to its entertainment offering, including sports coverage and a new music service.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:10PM in News
MICROSOFT: Forza Horizon takes a new direction

MICROSOFT: Forza Horizon takes a new direction

Forza Horizon has just been demoed on Microsoft’s E3 stage, and looks to offer a slightly different take on the popular racing simulator series.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 6:02PM in News
MICROSOFT: Kinect controls confirmed for FIFA, Madden

MICROSOFT: Kinect controls confirmed for FIFA, Madden

EA Sports' biggest franchises will gain Kinect compatibility this year, with new controls for FIFA 13 and Madden 13.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 4th 2012 at 5:52PM in News
MICROSOFT: Halo 4 opens E3 conference

MICROSOFT: Halo 4 opens E3 conference

Master Chief has kicked off Microsoft's E3 press conference in Los Angeles.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jun 4th 2012 at 5:37PM in News
E3 2012: Watch the Microsoft press conference here, LIVE

E3 2012: Watch the Microsoft press conference here, LIVE

Microsoft’s E3 2012 press conference is very nearly here, and you can watch every second live on MCVuk.com.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jun 4th 2012 at 3:31PM in News