Category: News
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Microsoft Press Conference – Gamescom 2014
In case you missed it,catch up on Microsoft’s Press Conference at Gamescom 2014 hosted in Cologne Germany. Skip to 12 minutes to where the coverage starts. Stay tuned for more updates, coverage and commentary on the event. **Learn how I make money on the web here.** Recommended Watch the Full EA Press Conference at Gamescom…
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Sony Reveals Impressive PlayStation 4 Sales Figures at Gamescom – 10 Million Units
Sony Announces Impressive Sales figures at Gamescom 2014 Sony announced during their Gamescom briefing at Day 2 of Gamescom that they have sold $10 million PS4 units. That’s not units shipped but units sold through to consumers, which if true, is very impressive. Sales figures were at 7 million units in April. We have not had any…
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Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Multiplayer Reveal – Gamescom 2014
In case you missed it, here is the Call of Duty Advance Warfare multiplayer Reveal at Gamescom 2014 hosted in Cologne Germany. The new futuristic shooter will feature, exoskeletons, expanded customization options, greater maneuverability and aggressive moves like the slam. The multiplayer features a vast range of customization options for the player such as cloaking,…
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Resident Evil Getting a Remake – Coming To Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4 and PC
The original Resident Evil by Capcom is getting a remake according to a Capcom Employees blog. The game will be available as a download next year (specific date not given) and be available on current gen, next gen and PC consoles specifically, the Xbox 360, Xbox One, PS3, PS4 and PC. The game will run…
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PlayStation Now Beta – Is it worth it?
Sony released their new service this week to the public as a beta test and PS4 owners have access to select PS3 games to rent for a few dollars. The pricing structure for some select games is as follows as compared to what it would cost to buy the same thing used (note prices on…
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Call of Duty Advanced Warfare Trailer Shows Off Story and Multiplayer
Today’s released trailer for Call of Duty Advanced Warfighter sets the stage for the story and teases a multiplayer reveal on 11 August. See the full trailer here. The trailer features some stunning sequences showcasing a sample of the advanced warfare gadgets and equipment in action including a neat looking jet pack. Of more interest is…
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Why Do MMORPG’s Still Charge Subscription Fees?
For massively multiplayer online games subscription models have been the prevailing manner in which developers have monetised their games and there’s usually an upfront fee for the game too such as is the case for World of Warcraft and The Elder Scrolls Online. However in recent years there has been a shift with some developers…
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Google to Buy Twitch for $1 Billion Confirmed
According to a new report by Games Beat YouTube owner Google are set acquire the popular game streaming service. The acquisition was rumoured back in May. There was also rumoured the possibility that Microsoft are in the mix of potential purchasers but the report confirms the Google has signed the deal though exact details are yet to be confirmed.…
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Marketing Is Killing Video Games
I recently watched an excellent episode of The Point a feature programme on GameSpot.com about various topical subjects effecting the video gaming industry. This episode focused on the question “is marketing killing the wonder of games?” and for me, it nailed everything that is wrong with the gaming industry today. You can watch the episode here –…
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DRM Sucks – CEO Fredrick Wester Magicka Developer Paradox
There already been criticism from CD Projeckt Red and Far Cry Developer Ubisoft on DRM for PC games and Speaking with GameSpot, Magicka developer Paradox Interactive CEO Fredrik Wester criticised DRM stating it is a headache. He described that it is actually a hassle for those that have purchased the game and is proving to be a…