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Is This the Title of Some Skyrim DLC?

Posted May 30, 2012 at 10:20AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: Bethesda, skyrim, ZeniMax

Bethesda's parent company has trademarked a name that sounds like it might be Skyrim DLC. Either that or they're going to start competing with Duraflame.


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New viral campaign hints at new Uncharted

Posted Mar 22, 2012 at 1:00PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: Naughty Dog, ps3, uncharted, uncharted 3, viral campaign, vita

Norwegian clues, Facebook, secret websites, yep, it's all coming together for Mr. Drake. If you know Norwegian you might be able to figure out the clues but you won't have to wait too long.


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GAME is in Serious Trouble

Posted Mar 12, 2012 at 1:19PM EST by Todd B Listed in: PS3 Tags: game, GameStop

Falling stock prices and rising debt put the retailer in “sink or swim” mode.


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Sound Off: The Joy of Microtransactions

Posted Feb 22, 2012 at 4:06PM EST by Listed in: PoV Tags: Blizzard, free-to-play, microtransactions, modern warfare

Are tiny in-game payments the way of the future?

If you’ve never heard the word “microtransaction,” here’s a quick primer: a microtransaction is a purchase made in a video game, with real-life money, for some sort of in-game function or item. This purchase is almost always very low in initial cost, hence the “micro” part of the word. The idea is simple—players spend tiny bits of money at a time, but all of that money adds up.

Several games have used the microtransaction model to great success. In fact, it’s one of the primary ways in which most free-to-play MMORPG and mobile games stay afloat. It would seem that players, as a rule, aren’t opposed to investing a small chunk of change if it makes their game easier or more enjoyable.

With microtransaction popularity skyrocketing, it’s inevitable that we’ll see more games offering in-game purchases. And it’s not unfathomable to imagine a world in which Activision sells weapons for Modern Warfare at $1 each, or where Blizzard offers “Premium” services for their next MMO. Whatever the game, microtransactions are going to be a permanent part of any game publisher’s revenue models.

So how do you feel about microtransactions? Are they a good way to recoup costs on a game and keep the initial cost to players down, or are they a manipulative method for tricking players into pumping cash into a game long after they should?

Sound off!

Are tiny in-game payments the way of the future?


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New Unreal Engine Requires At Least 10 Xbox 360’s Of Power

Posted Feb 12, 2012 at 5:30PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: simulated reality, tim sweeney, unreal games

Or 20,000 to simulate reality.


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Zynga Purchases Four Mobile Developers

Posted Jan 19, 2012 at 4:49PM EST by Listed in: iPhone Tags: gamedoctors, hiplogic, mobile ape, page44 studios, zynga

The social gaming giant continues its push into the mobile market.

Zynga hasn’t been doing so great as of late, with attendance on their social games a pale shadow of what they used to be. But the company is on the prowl for ways to expand its business model, and has the mobile market at the center of its crosshairs. Early today, Zynga confirmed that it has acquired no fewer than four mobile developers with the intent of extending its mobile grasp.

Gamedoctors, HipLogic, Page44 Studios and Mobile Ape were all confirmed to have been picked up, giving Zynga a deep portfolio from which to choose and a few established franchises on which to build. All things considered, it’s a smart move for the company, especially when you consider their stock has been steadily declining in value since the company went public back in December.

There’s no information on what games Zynga plans to make or how the company will be using its new development studios, but we’ll keep you posted as information becomes available.

In the meantime, what do you think of Zynga snapping up smaller studios?

[Reuters]

The social gaming giant continues its push into the mobile market.


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Analyst: Zynga will need significant numbers to keep afloat in 2012

Posted Jan 19, 2012 at 4:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: cowen and company, hidden chronicles, social games, zynga

It looks like with great social gaming, comes great responsibility...or something equally expensive and ridiculous.


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Pokémon Art Exhibit Battle Royale

Posted Jan 14, 2012 at 10:00AM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Nintendo DS Tags: Pokemon, pokemon art, poketrainers

Nintendo fans rejoice.


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Screwing Around in Skyrim

Posted Jan 2, 2012 at 5:30PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3, PC Gaming Tags: Bethesda, skyrim, the elder scrolls v: skyrim

This guy has way too much fun screwing with the people, animals, and monsters of Skyrim. And there's a monkey with cymbals.


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Massive Social Games predicted in 2012

Posted Dec 18, 2011 at 11:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: casual games, exent, Facebook, social games, zoo world

The social crowd gaming market is too...crowded and may mean layoffs in 2012


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EB Games Canada dropping Pre-Owned Games

Posted Nov 24, 2011 at 1:00PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3, Nintendo DS, Xbox 360 Tags: EB Games, eb games canada, GameStop, internal documents, pre-owned games, pre-owned sales, secrets

This is not too good for the retailing industry, eh?


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Splosion Man Dev bought up by Microsoft

Posted Oct 13, 2011 at 2:23AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: gunstringer, Microsoft, Rare, splosion man, twisted pixel

Twisted Pixel officially bought out by Microsoft.


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iPhone 4S Locks in Over a Million Pre-Orders in 24 Hours

Posted Oct 10, 2011 at 4:14PM EST by Listed in: iPhone Tags: apple, iphone 4s, sales numbers

Despite a booming negative reaction from critics and fans around the web, Apple breaks its own record and proves that demand is still strong for its iPhone device.

A couple of weeks ago, the internet was all aflutter with rumors about Apple’s next big product launch. Tech lovers were certain that an iPhone 5 was on the horizon, and eagerly awaited the announcement at Apple’s “Let’s Talk Phone” event. Instead, fans of the brand simply got another iPhone 4, albeit with improved hardware. The iPhone 4S looks the same on the outside as its predecessor, but is twice as fast and boasts a more powerful battery.

Naturally, some fans felt let down by the event, hoping instead for a brand new iPhone to fawn over. Reaction was less than enthusiastic, with may iPhone owners seeing the announcement as another cash grab by Apple. These thoughts didn’t seem to have an effect on sales of the device though; the iPhone 4S is being pre-orders at a rate that eclipses that of any other device.

In the first 24 hours, consumers purchased over one million of the new 4S iPhones. The big numbers aren’t entirely a surprise – many Verizon customers were simply waiting for a new iPhone, since the 4 was relatively dated when it game to their network. Additionally, this is the first time the iPhone has been available on Sprint, so the potential customer base has expanded dramatically.

Of course, many iPhone 4 owners are still going to stay away from the product, as it doesn’t represent a significant upgrade from the previous version. A new camera with 1080p video support, faster processor and dual antenna may simply not be enough to sell another expensive phone to someone that’s had theirs for under a year.

Are you purchasing an iPhone 4S, or are you happy with your current mobile platform?

Via 1Up

Despite a booming negative reaction from critics and fans around the web, Apple breaks its own record and proves that demand is still strong for its iPhone device.


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PSP homebrew - Satelite Game v7

Posted Sep 30, 2011 at 3:17AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP Tags: neur0n, psp homebrew, satelite game

Homebrew coder neur0n is back on the scene to release a new version of his game menu plugin (a.k.a. Satelite Game), a handy homebrew app that works like an in-game VHS Menu, allowing users to gain access to certain features easily.


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Rumor: PlayStation 3DTV coming in November

Posted Jul 14, 2011 at 5:15AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3 Tags: GameStop, Sony

Sony's just announced at E3 that they will be coming out with a PlayStation 3D TV, but the specualations as to its release just got hotter today as word spilled on the street that it's coming out in but a few months from now.

Retailer GameStop pegged the date of the said TV come November 26th, the day immediately following the classic Black Friday.

Features included, as listed on GameStop, are the following:

2 HDMI and 1 component HD inputs deliver HD media from your PS3 system, cable TV box, and PC

Full HD 1080p resolution (1920 x 1080)

Edge LED technology offers brilliant contrast and an ultra-slim design

240 Hz refresh rate for ultra-smooth play

The PlayStation 3DTV was officially announced by Sony at their presentation last E3. It is also said to be coming in a bundle with the PS3-exclusive, Resistance 3, as well as PlayStation 3D glasses, and an HDMI cable.

GameStop's so far pegged the price at US$ 499, although this price point has yet to be confirmed by Sony.

Via [GameStop]


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PSP homebrew - CFW 6.20, 6.35, and 6.39 PRO-B7

Posted Jun 21, 2011 at 2:08AM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP Tags: 620 pro, 635 pro, 639 pro, Coldbird, liquidzigong, psp cfw, psp custom firmware, psp hacks, psp homebrew, virtuous flame

Homebrew devs Coldbird, Virtuous Flame (aka Liquidzigong) and the rest of Team Pro has updated their Pro custom firmware for the 6.20, 6.35 and 6.39 kernels.


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Resistance 1 and 2 being bundled in single Greatest Hits pack

Posted May 24, 2011 at 11:29AM EST by Karl B. Listed in: PS3 Tags: greatest hits, Insomniac Games, resistance 2, resistance 3, resistance: fall of man, Sony

If you still don't have the first two Resistance PS3 games, here's something for you.


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Rockstar keeps mum on Best Buy leak of L.A. Noire DLC

Posted May 17, 2011 at 3:37AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: Best Buy, l.a. noire, Rockstar

Rockstar must be pretty unnerved by this rather crass leakage of their supposed first DLC for L.A. Noire, no thanks to Best Buy.


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Wakfu updated in preparation for open beta

Posted Apr 24, 2011 at 11:22AM EST by Karl B. Listed in: MMORPG Tags: ankama games, wakfu

In preparation for the open beta which starts in a few days, the massively multiplayer online game Wakfu has been given a rather substantial update.


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Pete Hines: Bethesda believes in quality over quantity

Posted Apr 19, 2011 at 2:43AM EST by Mabie A. Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360, PC Gaming Tags: Bethesda, Pete Hines

Bethesda would rather go for quality over quantity. That's why according to Pete Hines, they're keeping their eyes on maintaining their portfolio small and tight.

Said Hines, the common mistake of big gaming companies is that they're spreading themselves out too thin, trying to juggle multiple titles all at one time, thereby diluting the quality of the said projects in effect.

"I have heard a lot of other compabies talking about 'well, we're going to focus on fewer triple-A titles, changing their philosophy - but they're changing it to something that we've always been structured towards, and believed in since I started at Bethesda in 1999," he told GamesIndustry.

The trick to keeping it relevant in the business is to "not trying to be in every genre."

"We don't go running after the latest, hottest trend," he said. "We tend to pay attention to what we're doing, we make the kind of games that we want to play, because we think there's an audience for those and we try as best we can to execute them to the highest level possible."

By keeping their portfolio small, they are able to ensure that each project gets the attention and detail that will guarantee that the fans get the quality games they deserve.

"We're not structured to put out 50 games a year and now suddnely we're only going ten, now we're laying people off left and right. We've been hiring and hiring non-stop for years, while other folks are laying off and downsizing."

And because they churn out quality titles, they manage to stay afloat despite the low number of games produced because as it turns out, "people just like good stuff."

"And if you market it well and you get people into what the game is about people like it. People want to play good stuff, they want to get value for they're paying for these games. So I think we do a pretty good job of delivering on that, making sure that when you buy a game from us that it's gonna be fun and different and unique from what you played last week, last month,last year."

Via [GamesIndustry]

http://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2011-04-18-sign-of-the-hines-interview

Bethesda would rather go for quality over quantity, that's why according to Pete Hines, they're keeping their eyes on maintaining their portfolio small and tight.


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SouthPeak not closing down, actually

Posted Apr 5, 2011 at 4:30PM EST by Carl B Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: southpeak, two worlds ii

Contrary to rumors that surfaced a few weeks ago, North American publisher SouthPeak isn't closing down. We have the official statement from Rob Burman.


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iPhones Botch Spring Time Change

Posted Mar 13, 2011 at 4:18PM EST by QJ Staff Listed in: Tags: apple, ios, news

Remember last New Year's Eve, when iPhones went haywire at midnight and failed to wake up their owners the next morning? Guess what-some of them managed to mess up last night's Daylight Savings Time changeover, too.


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Dragon Age 2 box outs Mass Effect 2 DLC

Posted Mar 6, 2011 at 1:51PM EST by Karl B. Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360, PC Gaming Tags: BioWare, dragon age 2, Electronic Arts, mass effect 2

An unboxing video of Dragon Age 2's console packs have seemingly confirmed Mass Effect 2's rumored "Arrival" DLC.


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You Don't Know Jack now at a more affordable price

Posted Mar 5, 2011 at 6:08PM EST by Glenn M. Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360, Wii Tags: GameStop, sale, you dont know jack

Party games are fun, but if you're to invest in them at full price, you might not get all your money's worth, especially if you don't entertain guests very often. This ought to be a big help.


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PlayStation Store EU Update - 03/02/11

Posted Mar 2, 2011 at 11:42PM EST by Ryan F. Listed in: PSP, PS3 Tags: PlayStation Network, PlayStation Store, Sony

The latest installment of the PixelJunk Shooter series, the original Prince of Persia, a single player demo of the game called Call of Duty: Black Ops and the PSone classic Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver are among the new contents that is now available in the PlayStation Store EU. Full list, right after the jump!


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