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EA wants Grand Theft Auto IV but Take-Two snubs takeover bid

25 February 2008, 11:22

Take-Two Interactive Software has rejected an Electronic Arts proposal to acquire the company for a cash offer of $26 per share, describing it as "inadequate in multiple respects and not ...

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Xbox 360 HD DVD add-on dead

25 February 2008, 10:52

As a result of recent decisions made by Toshiba, Hollywood studios and retailers, Microsoft has announced that it will immediately stop production of the Xbox 360 HD DVD add-on.

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Sony President, Phil Harrison quits

25 February 2008, 10:06

We didn't see this one coming! Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. has confirmed that Phil Harrison, President of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios, will resign from his post as of February ...

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Official Halo 3 tournament opens for Xbox 360 gamers

25 February 2008, 09:55

Sign-ups for the Samsung TV-sponsored European Halo 3 tournament have opened today, giving Xbox 360 gamers the chance to take on players from various countries where they'll battle to win ...

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Wii proves to be a hit at the Oscars

25 February 2008, 09:43

This year the Oscars wasn't just about the sparkly dresses, tearful speeches and the recognition of professionals in the film industry, Nintendo also made a brief impact, cleverly taking advantage ...

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LEGO Unreal Tournament III mod appears on PS3

25 February 2008, 09:16

It was only a matter of time before the PS3 mod toolset for Unreal Tournament III was used to create some great mods and already an impressive looking LEGO mod ...

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Xbox LIVE Arcade Awards : The best of the best!

25 February 2008, 08:52

Microsoft held an award ceremony at GDC 2008 to celebrate the Xbox live arcade platform and amongst the winners was the arcade-style maze-based Bomberman Live, which scooped the top award.

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Explosive Red Faction franchise bursts onto Xbox 360, PS3 and PC

22 February 2008, 16:27

THQ has confirmed that they have teamed up with Voilition Inc to bring the next installment of the Red Faction franchise to next-generation consoles and Windows PC in 2009.

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European Wii VC takes to the streets

22 February 2008, 15:19

Heading up this week's Wii Virtual Console retro games is the 1991 NES beat 'em up Street Gangs, which follows high school students Alex and Ryan on their quest across ...

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Over 10 new titles to utilise Wii balance board

22 February 2008, 14:58

The first game to utilise the new the Wii balance board will be Wii Fit this Spring, but Nintendo has also confirmed today that there are also over 10 games ...

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Sony offer PhyreEngine for free cross-platform development

22 February 2008, 12:25

At the Game Developer’s Conference, Sony has announced that their cross-platform graphics engine, PhyreEngine, will be free to developers.

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Star Trek Conquest lands in March

22 February 2008, 11:46

Bethesda Softworks has confirmed that the the strategy action title, STAR TREK: Conquest on Wii and PS3, will be released this quarter.

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EA invites you to The Sims carnival

22 February 2008, 11:27

Electronic Arts is inviting gamers to participate in a special closed beta at The Sims Carnival, a new online community and gaming experience from The Sims studio.

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Codename: Panzers - Cold War - PC

22 February 2008, 10:32

The official successor to the successful strategy series by Stormregion will open the fire in 2008. Check out these brand new screenshots...

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Nintendo extend Wii VC catalogue with Commodore 64 games

22 February 2008, 09:08

It was only a matter of time, and now that time has arrived! Nintendo is expanding its Virtual Console package on Wii to include Commodore 64 games!

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SEGA reveal next Aliens game

22 February 2008, 08:53

Licensed through an exclusive agreement with Twentieth Century Fox Licensing and Merchandising and developed by Gearbox Software, the next game in the Aliens franchise has been announced.

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XNA games on the move with Zune

21 February 2008, 14:51

Microsoft has confirmed that the spring update to XNA Game Studio will allow developers to create Wi-Fi games for Zune.

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Portal scoops top honour at GDC 2008 awards

21 February 2008, 14:17

Valve's futuristic first person puzzle game, Portal has held off opposition from the likes of Bioshock, Call of Duty 4 and Super Mario Galaxy to scoop the top honours at ...

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EA and Starbrezze join forces for Syndicate?

21 February 2008, 13:55

If you were a fan of The Darkness or The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay you may be excited to know that the developer behind these hit titles, ...

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Prepare for bloodshed : Xbox 360 Gears of War 2 trailer

21 February 2008, 12:19

Following the announcement that Gears of War 2 is due for release in November 2008, the first debut trailer has hit the net. Enjoy the bloodshed!

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Fable 2- Xbox 360

21 February 2008, 12:09

Following the GDC announcement that the Xbox 360 role-playing game Fable 2 will be preceded by a standalone Xbox live arcade game and will feature co-operative play, Lionhead Studios has ...

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Microsoft's Xbox 360 trio excites GDC crowds

21 February 2008, 09:38

At the Game Developers Conference 2008, Microsoft has officially announced the launch of Gears of War 2 and also confirmed some exciting new details on Fable 2 and Ninja Gaiden ...

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Review: Agon: Lost Sword of Toledo - PC

21 February 2008, 09:08

Professor Samuel Hunt, arrives in the picturesque Spanish city, where time seems to slow down. But does this peaceful atmosphere conceal some longstanding dark secrets? Check out our full review ...

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Microsoft announces Xbox 360 community arcade

21 February 2008, 09:01

At Microsoft's GDC 2008 keynote address, the company's Game Developer Group General Manager, Chris Satchel, has announced a "community arcade" allowing user-created games to be distributed to Xbox 360 owners ...

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Neuroheadset, brain-controlled video gaming headset complete

20 February 2008, 17:31

Emotiv Systems, the pioneer in brain computer interface technology, has revealed the Emotiv EPOC, a neuroheadset that allows players to control gameplay with their thoughts, expressions and emotions.

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Logitech's Driving Force GT Wheel for PS3's Gran Turismo lands

20 February 2008, 17:19

Today at the Game Developer's Conference, Logitech announced the Logitech Driving Force GT racing wheel, the official wheel of Gran Turismo, which features a powerful force feedback and a 24-position ...

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Second Life goes mobile

20 February 2008, 17:08

Second Life, the 3D virtual world platform, created by Linden Lab will soon be available on 3G handsets via Vollee's streaming mobile games service.

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Official announcement: PC Gaming Alliance confirmed

20 February 2008, 12:55

Intel, Microsoft, AMD, NVIDIA and others have officially announced the PC gaming alliance, a group of experts whose aim is to improve the gaming experience for consumers

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Get into shape with Wii Fit this April

20 February 2008, 12:14

It’s time to limber up for Nintendo’s new, unique and innovative application for Wii, Wii Fit, which is hoping to get people across Europe moving their whole bodies on April ...

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Hold onto your hats, Mario Kart Wii is coming!

20 February 2008, 11:55

We've got a few more details, screenshots and confirmation that Mario Kart Wii will be landing in stores, complete with the Wii Wheel, on April 11th 2008!

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Too Human - Xbox 360

20 February 2008, 11:32

Microsoft Game Studios has taken the opportunity to showcase their upcoming third-person action game at GDC 2008 today and has released new screenshots, a features list and a couple of ...

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Okami -Wii

20 February 2008, 10:23

Capcom's Japanese stylised adventure, Okami, is truly a work of art.The PS2 version was unique in its presentation, style and music and judging by these screenshots we're in for another ...

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