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N.J. Gov: violent games must be examined
Republican Chris Christie says reducing gun violence in US will take a comprehensive effort that includes parents speaking with children about violent games. Full Story
- Posted Jan 9, 2013 3:34 pm GMT
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PS3 overtakes Xbox 360 in worldwide shipments - Report
International Data Corporation study states Sony's home console (77 million) passes Microsoft's (76 million) in 2012, despite launching a year later. Full Story
- Posted Jan 10, 2013 7:17 pm GMT
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Violent game bill dies
Bill that called for a study of violent games killed upon end of 112th Congressional session; West Virginia senator plans to reintroduce measure by end of the month. Full Story
- Posted Jan 10, 2013 4:27 pm GMT
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Connecticut town cancels plans to destroy games
Community leaders in Southington say their aim to promote discussion has proven successful, making physical event unnecessary. Full Story
- Posted Jan 9, 2013 5:31 pm GMT
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343: Next Halo will be 'much better'
Franchise director Frank O'Connor says 343 Industries "made a lot of mistakes" with Halo 4, but overall the game "wasn't half bad." Full Story
- Posted Jan 10, 2013 2:51 pm GMT
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Microsoft reveals new Xbox IllumiRoom concept
Proof-of-concept system from Microsoft Research uses Kinect camera to combine virtual and physical worlds. Full Story
- Posted Jan 9, 2013 8:32 pm GMT
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No zombies in Dead Rising dev's next game
Capcom Vancouver creating publisher's "next big game," which will not feature any undead. Full Story
- Posted Jan 10, 2013 3:46 pm GMT
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Fire Emblem: Awakening 3DS bundle revealed
$200 special-edition bundle due February 4 includes a preinstalled copy of strategy game and blue system with Fire Emblem artwork. Full Story
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Journey nets 11 D.I.C.E. Awards nominations
Thatgamecompany's downloadable title notches numerous noms, including game of the year; Chris Hardwick to host awards show February 7. Full Story
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PS4, Xbox 720 announcements in March?
Sony and Microsoft reportedly planning Apple-style press conferences to reveal next-gen consoles around GDC in late March. Full Story
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Xbox 720, PS4 could start at $350, says analyst
Robert W. Baird industry watcher predicts next-gen console prices, believes "lackluster" Wii U launch and holiday sales a concern. Full Story
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'Ultimate' Splinter Cell, Far Cry bundles spotted
UK retailer Game posts listings for Ultimate Splinter Cell, Ultimate Far Cry Compilation for release in 2013 for consoles and PC. Full Story
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Half-Life 2: Episode 4 Return to Ravenholm screens surface
Images from Dishonored developer Arkane Studios' canceled Half-Life game emerge. Full Story
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Black Ops II Nuketown Zombies hits PS3, PC this week
Undead-themed map for latest Call of Duty coming to new platforms Thursday, January 17. Full Story
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Killing Day still alive?
New Ubisoft trademark application suggests long-dormant shooter could still see release. Full Story
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15 Batman domains registered
"Batman Arkham Arises" and "Arkham Universe" are among the domains registered. Full Story
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Violent games pulled from rest stops in Massachusetts
State's Department of Transportation removes nine violent games from service stops on Mass. Turnpike in Charlton, Ludlow, Lee, and Beverly. Full Story
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Resident Evil: Revelations coming to Xbox 360?
Leaked achievement list suggests 3DS-exclusive making debut on Microsoft's home console. Full Story
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Study: 89 percent of parents believe game violence a problem
Common Sense Media survey finds majority of parents nationwide have issues with levels of violence in games; 84 percent took issue with Hitman: Absolution ad. Full Story
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Skylanders series mints $500 million
Activision's toy and game franchise has generated half a billion dollars in the United States alone since 2011. Full Story
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Far Cry 3 'High Tides' DLC out next week
Free PS3-exclusive expansion for Ubisoft's action-shooter arriving January 15; adds two new co-op chapters. Full Story
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Blizzard raises $2.3 million for Sandy relief
Sales of World of Warcraft $10 Cinder Kitten pet going to American Red Cross' ongoing efforts to help those affected by October superstorm. Full Story
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Double Fine interested in THQ assets?
Brutal Legend, Psychonauts developer reportedly shows interest in pursuing acquisition of unnamed THQ properties; auction set for Jan. 22. Full Story
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Minecraft series sold 15 million in 2012
Mojang's indie game breaks records for developer; Pocket Edition most popular with 5.89 million copies sold during year. Full Story
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Wii U fails to outsell its predecessor in December
Nintendo's newest sold 460,000 during month and made over $300 million in the US after 41 days on sale; New Super Mario Bros. U sold with over 65 per cent of Wii U consoles. Full Story
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Cliff Bleszinski giving PAX East keynote
Former Epic Games design director to give "storytime" address at March gaming convention; Saturday, three-day passes sold out. Full Story
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- DmC: Devil May Cry(PS3)
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- Path of Exile(PC)
- DmC: Devil May Cry(PC)
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