Activision first quarter net revenues up 163 per cent
GamesIndustry.biz :: Friday, August 03, 2007
Activision has released its Q1 2008 financial results documenting net revenues of USD 495.5 million, an increase of 163 per cent from Q1 2007
AluBoxDuo LAN
Bjorn 3d :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
If you have more than one computer in your home network you probably want to access the extra storage from all of them at the same time. To achieve this there are several types of external enclosures available that work over the network. AC Ryan has released a range of enclosures and the one that we are reviewing today, the AluBoxDuo LAN, is a NDAS enclosure that not only is supposed to be much faster than a NAS-solution but also offers a couple of extra cool features like aggregation or RAID of the hard drives.
Blu-ray investment justified, says Sony
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Responding to comments from PGR4’s developer indicating that the team had problems fitting the data on a single DVD, Sony says that its Blu-ray investment is justified
NHL 08 Screenshots
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
We have updated NHL 08 image gallery with ninety new screenshots of the game.
Digital Interactive Symposium Announced
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
The University of Edinburgh will be hosting the Digital Interactive Symposium: Edinburgh on August 15, the day after the Edinburgh Interactive Festival finishes.
Bungie Confirms 4Player Online CoOp for Halo 3
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Bungie has officially confirmed today that Halo 3 will support up to four player coop in Campaign mode on Xbox Live or System Link. New screenshot inside.
Shortlists announced for Golden Joystick Awards 2007
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Future Publishing has revealed the shortlist for this year’s Golden Joystick Awards 2007, with all major publishers and games eligible for a variety of awards.
This Week in Xbox: July 25 – August 1, 2007
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Games Editor Denny Atkin brings you all the latest in what’s going on this week on Xbox.com.
360 chip manufacturer hints at improved design
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
One of the contractors responsible for manufacturing CPU’s for the Xbox 360 has revealed that it is currently working on a 45-nanometer design, due for release late next year or early in 2009.
Virtual Heroes to Advance Serious Games with UE3
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Virtual Heroes announced today that it has entered into a studio license agreement to use Epics Unreal Engine 3 in the development of serious games and/or advanced learning technologies.
300 Theme
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Download this cool new theme!
THQ reports $9.3 million Q1 2008 loss
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
THQ has announced its fiscal 2008 Q1 results, reporting a net loss of USD 9.3 million
Bluebay increases shareholdings to help save ailing Infogrames
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Infogrames, parent company of troubled publisher Atari, has announced that Bluebay Value Recovery Fund now holds 22.5 per cent of its shares.
Circuit City Reveals Price Drops for All Xbox 360 Editions
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Find out what the prices of the Xbox 360 Core, Premium and Elite editions will be after August 12.
Beginner’s Guide to Bomberman Live
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
We reveal the essential strategies and common tips for survival in Bomberman Live.
PC Game On event cancelled
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
CMP Technology has announced that it has canceled the PC Game On event due to time and planning constraints
New Eternal Sonata Screenshots
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
These screens are taken from the games fourth and fifth chapters and offer gamers a glimpse of Eternal Sonatas lush and vibrant visuals, eclectic characters, and actionpacked combat system.
Nexon boss to speak at GC Asia
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Games Convention Asia has announced that Nexon CEO Joonmo Kwon is one of the latest speakers to sign up for the event, taking place September 6 – 9 in Singapore.
New Game Connection TGS details
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
The Tokyo Game Show will be playing host to Game Connection this year, a networking event providing industry exhibitions and facilitating private meetings.
Rockstar appeals Manhunt 2 ban
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Update: Rockstar Games has confirmed it has filed an official plea with the Video Appeals Committee seeking to overturn the BBFC ban of its Manhunt 2 game
More Than Four Fantastic Tips
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Lead the Fantastic Four in their battle against Galactus’s world-eating schemes by using these game tips.
Forza Motorsport 2 Gets First Downloadable Content
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Thanks to Xbox LIVE, Nissan, and the team at Turn 10, the very first downloadable content for Xbox 360s acclaimed racer Forza Motorsport 2 is now available.
Harry Potter Gamer Pics
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Preview the new Harry Potter gamer pics available on Marketplace.
360 price cut rumours resurface
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Following on from earlier rumours based on scans from pending advertisements that Microsoft were planning to drop the price of the Xbox 360 Premium system in the US, new scans have been published online appearing to show additional price cuts for the Elit
Need for Speed ProStreet Street Challenge Video
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Watch some high speed HD gameplay from EA’s latest racer showcasing the game’s Street Challenge mode.
PlayStation 3 to get DVR functions in early 2008
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Sony is to launch a digital tuner for the Playstation 3 in early 2008, offering programmable TV recording functions to users of the next-gen console.
EA Sports Refines the College Game
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
EA Sports’ NCAA Football 08 is new, improved, and the ultimate college football simulation.
Taking the Field in NCAA Football 08
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
You can be a big man on campus with these tips for NCAA Football 08 on Xbox 360.
Superman: Doomsday
Xbox Live Marketplace :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Based on the award-winning The Death of Superman trilogy, Superman finally meets his greatest challenge as a champion. Watch the panel discussion and the full trailer.
Fork Particle Joins Xbox 360 Tools & Middleware Program
Team Xbox :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Fork Particle has announced that its powerful particle systems SDK middleware solution, Fork Particle Dev SDK, is now a certified Microsoft Xbox 360 tool and middle.
Free Nissan Car Pack for Forza 2
Xbox 360 Games :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
The very first downloadable content for the acclaimed Xbox 360 racer Forza Motorsport 2 is now available for racing fans. Download the all-new free Nissan car pack featuring three premiere Nissan models—the 2007 Sentra SE-R, Altima, and 350Z.
New Slapdash studio formed
GamesIndustry.biz :: Wednesday, August 01, 2007
A new development studio has been formed, based on funding from another game developer Method Solutions.
