- ‘Xbox 8′ tipped as name of next-gen Microsoft gaming console Dan Graziano - BGR.com - 17 hrs ago
Microsoft’s next-generation gaming console may be called “Xbox 8,” or perhaps Xbox Infinity, according to a recent report. The software giant recently secured a slew … More »‘Xbox 8′ tipped as name of next-gen Microsoft gaming console
Microsoft’s next-generation gaming console may be called “Xbox 8,” or perhaps Xbox Infinity, according to a recent report. The software giant recently secured a slew of Xbox-related domains from a Chinese cybersquatter through the National Arbitration Forum, a company that handles international domain disputes, Fusible …
- Report: $99 Android games console backed by Xbox and Kindle senior staff Relaxnews - 19 hrs ago
The Ouya, a $99 games console concept, proposes free to play games and a customizable system that is "built to be hacked" More »Report: $99 Android games console backed by Xbox and Kindle senior staff
- Women Win Facebook, Twitter, Zynga; Men Get LinkedIn, Reddit [INFOGRAPHIC] Chris Taylor - Mashable - Tue, Jul 3, 2012
When it comes to the sexes on social media, there are a few places where the battle lines seem settled. It probably won't surprise you to learn, for example, that men … More »Women Win Facebook, Twitter, Zynga; Men Get LinkedIn, Reddit [INFOGRAPHIC]
- 'Call of Duty' video game headed for China AFP - Tue, Jul 3, 2012
A free version of the blockbuster video game "Call of Duty" will be offered to players in China, the developers said Tuesday. More »'Call of Duty' video game headed for China
- 'Mighty Switch Force' to become Wii U game Relaxnews - Tue, Jul 3, 2012
Well-received 3DS game Mighty Switch Force is to become a Wii U title, according to the July issue of Nintendo Power. More »'Mighty Switch Force' to become Wii U game
- Earns schedule for video game companies The Associated Press - AP - Tue, Jul 3, 2012
In mid-July, companies in the video games industry will begin releasing their earnings reports for the latest quarter. It will generally cover the April-June period, … More »Earns schedule for video game companies
In mid-July, companies in the video games industry will begin releasing their earnings reports for the latest quarter. It will generally cover the April-June period, though many companies in the industry have fiscal quarters that depart from that.
- Video introduces PlayStation Move Racing Wheel Relaxnews - Mon, Jul 2, 2012
PlayStation's Research and Development man Anton Mikhailov demonstrates the form and function of the PS3's upcoming Racing Wheel, a controller that doubles as a motorcycle … More »Video introduces PlayStation Move Racing Wheel
- Microsoft, Nintendo skip Gamescom; Sony, EA, Activision on board Relaxnews - Mon, Jul 2, 2012
Cologne's annual Gamescom expo, though only established in 2009, can call itself the world's largest video game trade fair with 275,000 visitors in 2011 -- but this August, … More »Microsoft, Nintendo skip Gamescom; Sony, EA, Activision on board
- 8 Zynga Hits That Look Suspiciously Like Other Games Chelsea Stark - Mashable - Mon, Jul 2, 2012
The games industry is full of derivatives. One moment it spawns unique ideas, the next it generates zillions of copycats. More »8 Zynga Hits That Look Suspiciously Like Other Games
The games industry is full of derivatives. One moment it spawns unique ideas, the next it generates zillions of copycats.
- Mario Brothers Make a Comeback in Old-School Video Game [VIDEO] Neha Prakash - Mashable - Mon, Jul 2, 2012
Exploding Rabbit is making a nod to classic gamer icons in their latest video game Super Retro Squad. The 2D platformer is inspired by old-school characters like Mario … More »Mario Brothers Make a Comeback in Old-School Video Game [VIDEO]
Exploding Rabbit is making a nod to classic gamer icons in their latest video game Super Retro Squad. The 2D platformer is inspired by old-school characters like Mario and Luigi of fame.
- Blizzard bringing 'World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria' and 'Starcraft II: Heart of the Swarm' to G … Relaxnews - Mon, Jul 2, 2012
Significant new expansions for World of Warcraft and Starcraft II will be at the Gamescom expo in Cologne, Germany this August. More »Blizzard bringing 'World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria' and 'Starcraft II: Heart of the Swarm' to G …
- Iconic Atari turns 40, tries to stay relevant BARBARA ORTUTAY - AP - Fri, Jun 29, 2012
A scruffy, young Steve Jobs worked at Atari before he founded Apple. "Pong," one of the world's first video games, was born there, as was "Centipede," a classic from … More »Iconic Atari turns 40, tries to stay relevant
- Upcoming video game releases: 'The Secret World,' 'Theatrhythm Final Fantasy' Relaxnews - Fri, Jun 29, 2012
Swedish MMO developer Funcom unleashes The Secret World, Final Fantasy's combat turns musical in Theatrhythm, and brilliant puzzler Quantum Conundrum arrives on cons … More »Upcoming video game releases: 'The Secret World,' 'Theatrhythm Final Fantasy'
- Google Nexus Q hacked to load video games Dan Graziano - BGR.com - Thu, Jun 28, 2012
Google unveiled the Nexus Q streaming device at its annual Google I/O developer conference in San Francisco on Wednesday. For a media device, the Nexus Q has surprisingly … More »Google Nexus Q hacked to load video games
Google unveiled the Nexus Q streaming device at its annual Google I/O developer conference in San Francisco on Wednesday. For a media device, the Nexus Q has surprisingly good specs, featuring a dual-core TI OMAP 4460 CPU, the same chip found inside the Galaxy Nexus. The Q is also equipped with a Power VR SGX540 GPU, 1GB …
- Microsoft to launch ‘Xbox Music’ Spotify-like streaming service this year Zach Epstein - BGR.com - Thu, Jun 28, 2012
Microsoft is reportedly working on a new streaming music service that will tie in to its Xbox suite of gaming and entertainment services. Bloomberg on Thursday cited … More »Microsoft to launch ‘Xbox Music’ Spotify-like streaming service this year
Microsoft is reportedly working on a new streaming music service that will tie in to its Xbox suite of gaming and entertainment services. Bloomberg on Thursday cited multiple anonymous sources in stating that Microsoft is in talks with major music labels in order to secure licensing for a new streaming music service that …
- Infinity Blade for iOS tops console titles as most profitable Epic Games franchise ever Dan Graziano - BGR.com - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
On Wednesday during the Game Developers Conference in Taipei, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney revealed that the company’s iOS franchise Infinity Blade is more profitable than … More »Infinity Blade for iOS tops console titles as most profitable Epic Games franchise ever
On Wednesday during the Game Developers Conference in Taipei, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney revealed that the company’s iOS franchise Infinity Blade is more profitable than even its biggest console game. “The most profitable game we’ve ever made, in terms of man years invested versus revenue, is actually Infinity Blade,” Sweeney …
- Zynga shares slide for second day in a row AP - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
Shares of Zynga Inc. fell Wednesday for the second day in a row as investors appeared to question the online game maker's ability to keep growing its user base even … More »Zynga shares slide for second day in a row
Shares of Zynga Inc. fell Wednesday for the second day in a row as investors appeared to question the online game maker's ability to keep growing its user base even after the company unveiled a strategy for establishing a digital hub that opens its games up to users outside of Facebook.
- Atari: 40 Years Old and Still Going Strong [INFOGRAPHIC] Chelsea Stark - Mashable - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
Wednesday is the 40th anniversary of Atari, a company known for putting joysticks into Americans' hands and consoles into their homes before people had even heard of … More »Atari: 40 Years Old and Still Going Strong [INFOGRAPHIC]
- 6 Easy Ways to Save on Video Games Money Crashers - US News - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
Americans spent a total of $25.3 billion on video games last year. Because of their popularity, new video game consoles are constantly being introduced, which makes it … More »6 Easy Ways to Save on Video Games
Americans spent a total of $25.3 billion on video games last year. Because of their popularity, new video game consoles are constantly being introduced, which makes it easy to be overwhelmed and confused by the glut of choices--especially if you're not in the know. However, even if you don't know what a "backwards compatible …
- Salman Rushdie's Fatwa Will Become an Iranian Video Game Eric Randall - The Atlantic Wire - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
An Iranian government-sponsored organization is developing a videogame called The Stressful Life of Salman Rushdie and Implementation of his Verdict, a game that if played … More »Salman Rushdie's Fatwa Will Become an Iranian Video Game
An Iranian government-sponsored organization is developing a videogame called The Stressful Life of Salman Rushdie and Implementation of his Verdict, a game that if played right, presumably doesn't end well for the Satanic Verses author. According to The Guardian's Saeed Kamali Dehghan, the Islamic Association of Students …
- Zynga building hub for mobile gadget game play Relaxnews - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
Social games star Zynga on Tuesday celebrated its fifth birthday a week early with a peek at a platform designed to let people play with each other no matter what gadgets … More »Zynga building hub for mobile gadget game play
- Video Game Review: 'Spec Ops: The Line' Jordan Zolan - ABC OTUS News - Wed, Jun 27, 2012
With so many shooting games inundating the market, it’s sometimes difficult to find a standout. Between the “Modern Warfare” and “Battlefield” series, gamers have had … More »Video Game Review: 'Spec Ops: The Line'
With so many shooting games inundating the market, it’s sometimes difficult to find a standout. Between the “Modern Warfare” and “Battlefield” series, gamers have had their fair share of modern-day war games. “Spec Ops: The Line,” is the latest entry into the genre, and tries...
- Zynga plans to build a gamers' social network Gerry Shih and Malathi Nayak - Reuters - Tue, Jun 26, 2012
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Zynga Inc unveiled a social network for gamers dubbed "Zynga with Friends" on Tuesday, hoping to wean itself from a longstanding, symbiotic … More »Zynga plans to build a gamers' social network
- News Summary: Zynga rolls out new games, features The Associated Press - AP - Tue, Jun 26, 2012
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: Web game maker Zynga previewed some of its new games and unveiled a network designed to ensure its players have access to the same features whether … More »News Summary: Zynga rolls out new games, features
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: Web game maker Zynga previewed some of its new games and unveiled a network designed to ensure its players have access to the same features whether they are competing on Facebook, mobile devices or the company's own website.
- Zynga expands game line up amid investor doubts MICHAEL LIEDTKE - AP - Tue, Jun 26, 2012
Web game maker Zynga is trying to turn its digital playground into an even more entertaining place, working to prove wrong investors who doubt that it can build a long-lasting … More »Zynga expands game line up amid investor doubts
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