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Free Radical was developing MMO before Crytek bailed them out
An online CV has led to the revelation that Timesplitter's developer Free Radical was busy with "an MMO online game", before Crytek bought them.
The studio was about to collapse and then Crytek snapped them up in '09. The same dev who was on the MMO is with the new Crytek UK team now.
The studio was about to collapse and then Crytek snapped them up in '09. The same dev who was on the MMO is with the new Crytek UK team now.
Rumour: Shogun 2 Total War Details Revealed
Posted: 02.06.2010 by JustCommunication
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Following teasers, rumours and supposed announcements, it seems facts regarding Creative Assembly's Shogun 2: Total War game have been leaked on the internet.
The long awaited re-make is supposedly set to include campaign multiplayer, improved AI (ED: I think I've heard that before.) and updated land and naval battle gameplay.
What do you think guys? Credible? Or a big hoax? Only time will tell I guess. Full leak details posted after the jump.
The long awaited re-make is supposedly set to include campaign multiplayer, improved AI (ED: I think I've heard that before.) and updated land and naval battle gameplay.
What do you think guys? Credible? Or a big hoax? Only time will tell I guess. Full leak details posted after the jump.
Virgin Gaming to operate tournaments for Xbox 360 and PS3 gamers
Posted: 02.06.2010 by Technet2k
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The return of Virgin to the videogames industry isn't just to publish or even develop some games, oh no, it's to run global tournaments with prizes.
They'll pit both Xbox 360 and PS3 camps against one another, and themselves, to see who deserves free stuff like vacations, TVs and other goods.
They'll pit both Xbox 360 and PS3 camps against one another, and themselves, to see who deserves free stuff like vacations, TVs and other goods.
E3 2010: Sony has dated DC Universe Online for November launch
Posted: 02.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Those Sony Online Entertainment execs must have gained super powers to finally be able to give us a launch window for DC Universe Online.
According to reports the Superman and Batman attending MMO will see retail this November, as it releases on PlayStation 3 and PC.
According to reports the Superman and Batman attending MMO will see retail this November, as it releases on PlayStation 3 and PC.
Sony Online and LucasArts bring Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures to the PC
Posted: 02.06.2010 by PRBot
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Sony Online Entertainment today announced the development of Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures, a free-to-play, action packed virtual world for fans of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated television series on Cartoon Network.
Kalypso Media announces The First Templar for Xbox 360 and PC
Posted: 01.06.2010 by PRBot
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Kalypso Media, a global publisher of award-winning PC and console games is pleased to unveil The First Templar, an action-adventure title currently in development for the Xbox 360 and Windows PC.
The First Templar follows the story of two characters - a French Templar, and his companion, a noble lady who has been proclaimed a heretic.
The First Templar follows the story of two characters - a French Templar, and his companion, a noble lady who has been proclaimed a heretic.
Ubisoft: "We feel pretty secure" about RUSE September release
Posted: 01.06.2010 by JustCommunication
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Yet more news has emerged from the Live Interview Strategy Informer conducted with R.U.S.E. front-runners Mathieu Girard and Alexis Le Dressay.
When quizzed about whether the release date could be pushed backed even further, Girard simply stated "We feel pretty secure now".
When quizzed about whether the release date could be pushed backed even further, Girard simply stated "We feel pretty secure now".
Ubisoft looking into 2nd R.U.S.E Beta, demo for consoles?
Posted: 01.06.2010 by JamieSI
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Ubisoft's Mathieu Girard and Alexis Le Dressay have revealed during an ongoing Strategy Informer Live interview that the recently finished beta test for R.U.S.E could re-open, telling viewers that they should stay tuned for an announcement in the coming weeks.
"It's something we've been thinking about, but I cannot announce it officially. You will have to stay tuned in the coming weeks." said Girard.
"It's something we've been thinking about, but I cannot announce it officially. You will have to stay tuned in the coming weeks." said Girard.
EA and Warner Bros. announces Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1
Posted: 01.06.2010 by PRBot
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Today EA and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment announced that two Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows videogames are in development to coincide with the much-anticipated final adventure in the Harry Potter film series from Warner Bros. which will be told in two full-length parts.
Realtime Worlds "have to wipe" APB beta content, "it's for the best"
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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What's that? You're in the Realtime Worlds APB beta and have just finished that custom car paint job? Well sorry but it's gotta go says Dave Jones.
All custom made content from the beta will be wiped clean, mainly for compatibility issues. The studio boss knows it's "not what you want to hear".
All custom made content from the beta will be wiped clean, mainly for compatibility issues. The studio boss knows it's "not what you want to hear".
Ubi say "no changes" to Beyond Good & Evil 2 project, it's still a go
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Recently Rayman and Beyond Good & Evil creator Michel Ancel was said to have left Ubisoft, but that's untrue say the studio - all's fine.
Ancel is still at Ubisoft and Beyond Good & Evil 2 is very much in development also confirmed a rep. 2 years since sequel revealed.
Ancel is still at Ubisoft and Beyond Good & Evil 2 is very much in development also confirmed a rep. 2 years since sequel revealed.
Red Dead Redemption keeps gunslinging at top of UK game chart
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Rockstar is maintaining their King of the Hill status with Red Dead Redemption in the UK, keeping THQ's UFC Undisputed 2010 as runner up.
Other new entries Alpha Protocol and Blur fail to enter the UK top ten, sitting at 13 and 14 respectively. FIFA 2010 is nudged down to 3rd place.
Other new entries Alpha Protocol and Blur fail to enter the UK top ten, sitting at 13 and 14 respectively. FIFA 2010 is nudged down to 3rd place.
Rumour: Rockstar has cancelled E3 "launch" for unknown project
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Heartbreak alert - Rockstar Games have apparently decided to ditch an announcement for E3 2010 which would have launched a new game.
This rumour comes from Nuts associate editor Rory Buckeridge. Recently 'leaks' have put Grand Theft Auto V: Vice City at this E3. Salt pinches!
This rumour comes from Nuts associate editor Rory Buckeridge. Recently 'leaks' have put Grand Theft Auto V: Vice City at this E3. Salt pinches!
THQ Partners wants "high quality" over high quantity title releases
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Publisher THQ has started up their own Partners program as they note the huge success rival EA has had with their own; they're "an inspiration".
Obviously they're "doing a good job" so THQ want some of the pie, and they want a "small group of partners" for making top games "year-over-year".
Obviously they're "doing a good job" so THQ want some of the pie, and they want a "small group of partners" for making top games "year-over-year".
Blizzard extend StarCraft II beta by one week, now ends June 7th
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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A stay of execution has been given to the StarCraft II beta which was due to cease yesterday, but will now instead close down next week.
Once it closes it'll be offline for "several weeks" say Blizzard, as they set about to make "configuration changes" for the final phase of beta.
Once it closes it'll be offline for "several weeks" say Blizzard, as they set about to make "configuration changes" for the final phase of beta.
Rumour: EA casting The Sims back to medieval times? Maybe sire
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Yes it's yet another rumour for the pile. EA have been spotted with their dirty mitts all over 'medieval' domain names with 'Sims' all cosied up.
Addresses like simsmedieval.com and thesimsgetmedieval.com are just 2 of the latest Internet grabs from EA. Add-on or a full release?
Addresses like simsmedieval.com and thesimsgetmedieval.com are just 2 of the latest Internet grabs from EA. Add-on or a full release?
Rumour: Mass Effect to get online multiplayer, reveals BioWare ad
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Having previously said they "would consider it," regarding some form of co-op for Dragon Age or Mass Effect in the future, it looks to be a step closer.
A recent job posting for BioWare Montreal was looking for a 'Multiplayer Programmer' with the Mass Effect franchise attached, with co-op lingo?
A recent job posting for BioWare Montreal was looking for a 'Multiplayer Programmer' with the Mass Effect franchise attached, with co-op lingo?
Rumour: Devil May Cry 5 unlikely to see next two years claims mag
Posted: 01.06.2010 by Technet2k
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From what whispers magazine PSM3 have heard, the latest Devil May Cry that's being handled by Ninja Theory isn't out for two more years.
At least it isn't on Capcom's two-year schedule anyway, but that doesn't "rule out a surprise" reveal at E3 2010 they say. Ninja won't confirm DMC5.
At least it isn't on Capcom's two-year schedule anyway, but that doesn't "rule out a surprise" reveal at E3 2010 they say. Ninja won't confirm DMC5.
Ubisoft to resurrect Driver with E3 showing, labels it "blockbuster"
Posted: 28.05.2010 by Technet2k
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Publisher Ubisoft has surprised us all with a quick mention of the next Driver game getting some spotlight treatment at this year's E3 in a release.
Rumoured for years they've just come out and said it'll be there, after total silence. They talk it up as a "blockbuster franchise", despite waning fandom.
Rumoured for years they've just come out and said it'll be there, after total silence. They talk it up as a "blockbuster franchise", despite waning fandom.
Rumour: Sega and Creative Assembly to unveil Shogun II: Total War
Posted: 28.05.2010 by Technet2k
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The brand new Total War from long-time strategy veterans Creative Assembly is to be Shogun II: Total War according to an appointment leak.
Already we've learnt that the new Total War would be "returning to its roots" by leaving gunpowder behind. Looks like it's the samurai again?
Already we've learnt that the new Total War would be "returning to its roots" by leaving gunpowder behind. Looks like it's the samurai again?

Posted: 02.06.2010 by Technet2k
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