How many consoles is too many consoles?:
We previously explored the possibility of a video game crash in light of the impending platform battle of 2013. And while nothing is yet set in stone, some interesting developments have surfaced. First, a teaser was revealed for the PS4, igniting a fire beneath the impending new Xbox, Steam Box and the slew of other upcoming consoles. Now, gamers are showing some real excitement about the Steam Box, proving there may indeed be room for consoles outside of the three goliaths. Which leads us to wonder… is the market big enough for all of these new consoles? If not, which ones will triumph?
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
ChangYou's paying user revenue up 77 per cent in Q1
ChangYou's paying user revenue up 77 per cent in Q1:
Profits and revenues on the rise as big spenders keep spending
Profits and revenues on the rise as big spenders keep spending
Nintendo "forgot Marketing 101" for Wii U
Nintendo "forgot Marketing 101" for Wii U:
We speak to analysts about Nintendo's recent fiscal report and the company's move to give Iwata the additional role of North American CEO
We speak to analysts about Nintendo's recent fiscal report and the company's move to give Iwata the additional role of North American CEO
For Nintendo, slow and steady makes sense
For Nintendo, slow and steady makes sense:
Software delays on Wii U may frustrate - but Nintendo knows that its long-term success is built on game quality, not "winning" sales wars
Software delays on Wii U may frustrate - but Nintendo knows that its long-term success is built on game quality, not "winning" sales wars
80 percent of Wii Us connected to Internet
80 percent of Wii Us connected to Internet:
Nintendo reveals worldwide Internet-connected ratio for platform higher than any past hardware; 3DS connected rate in US at 83 percent. 80 percent of the 3.45 million
Nintendo reveals worldwide Internet-connected ratio for platform higher than any past hardware; 3DS connected rate in US at 83 percent. 80 percent of the 3.45 million
Nintendo's Own Stats Show That the World Just Isn't That Into Wii U
Nintendo's Own Stats Show That the World Just Isn't That Into Wii U:
In the first three months of this year, Nintendo sold a mere 200,000 Wii U's in North America. Microsoft sold more Xbox 360's than that in March alone. But, uh,
In the first three months of this year, Nintendo sold a mere 200,000 Wii U's in North America. Microsoft sold more Xbox 360's than that in March alone. But, uh,
Nintendo's annual digital sales: $165 million
Nintendo's annual digital sales: $165 million:
Buried in Nintendo's fiscal year results today, the company reported a single pair of sales numbers that were easy to overlook, but important when painting a picture of its
Buried in Nintendo's fiscal year results today, the company reported a single pair of sales numbers that were easy to overlook, but important when painting a picture of its
Nintendo misses profits forecasts by 50% due to weak Wii U, 3DS sales
Nintendo misses profits forecasts by 50% due to weak Wii U, 3DS sales:
Only 390,000 Wii U units sold in past three months
Only 390,000 Wii U units sold in past three months
3DS US physical software sales hit 20 million
3DS US physical software sales hit 20 million:
Strong starts from Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon and Pokemon Mystery Dungeon help portable software sales hit new milestone. More than 20 million physical 3DS games
Strong starts from Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon and Pokemon Mystery Dungeon help portable software sales hit new milestone. More than 20 million physical 3DS games
Nintendo looks to wireless tech to make buying digital games easier
Nintendo looks to wireless tech to make buying digital games easier:
Nintendo says that it is currently exploring the possibility of utilizing the near-field communication (NFC) functionality in the Wii U GamePad to provide an alternate method
Nintendo says that it is currently exploring the possibility of utilizing the near-field communication (NFC) functionality in the Wii U GamePad to provide an alternate method
The First-Time User Experience: What Developers Need to Know
The First-Time User Experience: What Developers Need to Know:
There's always new information about FTUE best practices, so we're building the article as it develops. As we go along, we'll talk to experts to help make sense of it all. You can
There's always new information about FTUE best practices, so we're building the article as it develops. As we go along, we'll talk to experts to help make sense of it all. You can
Secrets From Facebook's Mobile UX Testing Team
Secrets From Facebook's Mobile UX Testing Team:
With Facebook Home, mobile UX is more important to the company than ever. But even with such high stakes, Facebook doesn't let data dictate design. "We try to
With Facebook Home, mobile UX is more important to the company than ever. But even with such high stakes, Facebook doesn't let data dictate design. "We try to
Do All Profitable Apps Solve The Same Basic Problems?
Do All Profitable Apps Solve The Same Basic Problems?:
Instapaper developer Marco Arment puts app pricing into binary terms, drawing a distinction between apps that are part of your "big six"--his shorthand for your go-to
Instapaper developer Marco Arment puts app pricing into binary terms, drawing a distinction between apps that are part of your "big six"--his shorthand for your go-to
Google Glass Will Run Web Apps, Not Native Android
Google Glass Will Run Web Apps, Not Native Android:
Google has revealed that Glass will be built entirely on web apps, not native Android software. Though Glass runs a full Android OS, the first Glass developers in the
Google has revealed that Glass will be built entirely on web apps, not native Android software. Though Glass runs a full Android OS, the first Glass developers in the
Google Releases Glass Tech Specs, Bans Developers From Using Ads And Charging For Apps
Google Releases Glass Tech Specs, Bans Developers From Using Ads And Charging For Apps:
Quicklink Attribution: Fast Company The glasses will work on any Bluetooth-capable phone, but Android's Ice Cream Sandwich will be needed to use GPS and send SMS.
Quicklink Attribution: Fast Company The glasses will work on any Bluetooth-capable phone, but Android's Ice Cream Sandwich will be needed to use GPS and send SMS.
Guild Wars 2: Flame & Frost’s Epic Conclusion
Guild Wars 2: Flame & Frost’s Epic Conclusion:
ArenaNet is getting ready to bring the Guild Wars 2 event, Flame & Frost, to an epic conclusion. We've got the inside scoop on what players can expect. See what's
ArenaNet is getting ready to bring the Guild Wars 2 event, Flame & Frost, to an epic conclusion. We've got the inside scoop on what players can expect. See what's
Postmortem 4-in-1: FTL, Dyad, Dragon Fantasy, War Commander
Postmortem 4-in-1: FTL, Dyad, Dragon Fantasy, War Commander:
Four postmortems to help you stay current on every potential platform out there. Find out what went right and what went wrong in development of these noteworthy games. ...
Four postmortems to help you stay current on every potential platform out there. Find out what went right and what went wrong in development of these noteworthy games. ...
Supercell: Is This The Fastest-Growing Game Company Ever?
Supercell: Is This The Fastest-Growing Game Company Ever?:
Paananen is CEO of Supercell, a startup that has had astonishing growth almost overnight. It has only two titles in Apple AAPL +2.15%‘s App Store–a tower defense game
Paananen is CEO of Supercell, a startup that has had astonishing growth almost overnight. It has only two titles in Apple AAPL +2.15%‘s App Store–a tower defense game
Attack of the Clones: Battling Copyright Infringement in the Courts
Attack of the Clones: Battling Copyright Infringement in the Courts:
Several recent court cases, including the EA vs. Zynga lawsuit and the proliferation of “cloned” games, have opened up the debate on how taking too much inspiration
Several recent court cases, including the EA vs. Zynga lawsuit and the proliferation of “cloned” games, have opened up the debate on how taking too much inspiration
No Sales Projections From Nintendo Hint at the DS Going Into Sunset
No Sales Projections From Nintendo Hint at the DS Going Into Sunset:
The long-lived and long-loved Nintendo DS, the thing that's sold more than 150 million devices (in four formats) and damn near a billion games, received no projected sales
The long-lived and long-loved Nintendo DS, the thing that's sold more than 150 million devices (in four formats) and damn near a billion games, received no projected sales
Satoru Iwata named Nintendo of America CEO
Satoru Iwata named Nintendo of America CEO:
Former Nintendo of America CEO Tatsumi Kimishima promoted to general manager. Nintendo president Satoru Iwata has expanded his duties to head up Nintendo of
Former Nintendo of America CEO Tatsumi Kimishima promoted to general manager. Nintendo president Satoru Iwata has expanded his duties to head up Nintendo of
Microsoft keeps quiet, but the numbers say change is needed
Microsoft keeps quiet, but the numbers say change is needed:
There was barely a hint of a new console in Microsoft's earnings call, but Xbox unit sales continue to decline
There was barely a hint of a new console in Microsoft's earnings call, but Xbox unit sales continue to decline
Xbox 360 March US sales hit 261,000
Xbox 360 March US sales hit 261,000:
Microsoft reveals aging console the top-selling platform in United States last month; total platform spend hits $402 million. Microsoft sold 261,000 Xbox 360 units in the
Microsoft reveals aging console the top-selling platform in United States last month; total platform spend hits $402 million. Microsoft sold 261,000 Xbox 360 units in the
Ye olde Xbox 360 drove some healthy revenues for Microsoft
Ye olde Xbox 360 drove some healthy revenues for Microsoft:
While Microsoft's next video game console waits in the wings for an expected reveal this year, its seven-and-a-half year old Xbox 360 is still helping drive revenues. ...
While Microsoft's next video game console waits in the wings for an expected reveal this year, its seven-and-a-half year old Xbox 360 is still helping drive revenues. ...
NPD: BioShock Infinite soars to top spot in March US sales
NPD: BioShock Infinite soars to top spot in March US sales:
Irrational Games' shooter month's best-seller; overall industry sales slide 10 percent to $992.5 million. BioShock Infinite was March 2013's top-selling title in the
Irrational Games' shooter month's best-seller; overall industry sales slide 10 percent to $992.5 million. BioShock Infinite was March 2013's top-selling title in the
Xbox always-online: Maybe it's not so terrible
Xbox always-online: Maybe it's not so terrible:
Chris Morris explains that having a big company like Microsoft step up could make always-online more palatable for next-gen
Chris Morris explains that having a big company like Microsoft step up could make always-online more palatable for next-gen
Xbox team testing smartwatch - Report
Xbox team testing smartwatch - Report:
Microsoft reportedly prototyping wrist-worn device with 1.5-inch touch-enabled display. A "reliable source" has told The Verge that Microsoft's Xbox team is testing a wrist-worn
Microsoft reportedly prototyping wrist-worn device with 1.5-inch touch-enabled display. A "reliable source" has told The Verge that Microsoft's Xbox team is testing a wrist-worn
Quantic Dream: $100m grossing Heavy Rain proves experiments can be profitable
Quantic Dream: $100m grossing Heavy Rain proves experiments can be profitable:
Guillaume de Fondaumiere says experimental games can be financially successful for publishers and developers
Guillaume de Fondaumiere says experimental games can be financially successful for publishers and developers
Star Command gets an interstellar release date of May 2
Star Command gets an interstellar release date of May 2:
Long before Tim Schafer turned Kickstarter into the buzzword financial solution that has drawn every developer and their mother to crowdfunding megasite, a little indie studio
Long before Tim Schafer turned Kickstarter into the buzzword financial solution that has drawn every developer and their mother to crowdfunding megasite, a little indie studio
Defiance Most Wanted Contest Announced | Ten Ton Hammer
Defiance Most Wanted Contest Announced | Ten Ton Hammer:
Trion offers a new crossover contest that could get a lucky player's face in an upcoming episode of the Defiance television show.
Trion offers a new crossover contest that could get a lucky player's face in an upcoming episode of the Defiance television show.
World of Darkness development shown at EVE Fanfest 2013
World of Darkness development shown at EVE Fanfest 2013:
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (Real-World), MMO Industry, New Titles, Previews, News Items, Opinion, Events (Massively's Coverage), World of Darkness, Dev Diaries,
Filed under: Fantasy, Events (Real-World), MMO Industry, New Titles, Previews, News Items, Opinion, Events (Massively's Coverage), World of Darkness, Dev Diaries,
Unity is your CTO, says CEO David Helgason
Unity is your CTO, says CEO David Helgason:
One of Gamasutra's bloggers takes on the Unity CEO, getting a bead on what he thinks the company's role is, and what for its relationship with developers should take. ...
One of Gamasutra's bloggers takes on the Unity CEO, getting a bead on what he thinks the company's role is, and what for its relationship with developers should take. ...
Consoles should empower players to create content, says Raptr boss
Consoles should empower players to create content, says Raptr boss:
Raptr CEO Dennis Fong believes Sony's new 'Share' button on the DualShock 4 is a small step in the right direction
Raptr CEO Dennis Fong believes Sony's new 'Share' button on the DualShock 4 is a small step in the right direction
5 Things You Should Be Doing With Mobile And Data Right Now
5 Things You Should Be Doing With Mobile And Data Right Now:
Cameron Clayton of the Weather Company outlines how companies can harness data via mobile, guided by the golden rule--user experience. Big data has enabled many
Cameron Clayton of the Weather Company outlines how companies can harness data via mobile, guided by the golden rule--user experience. Big data has enabled many
Heroes and Villains releases trailer, revamps website
Heroes and Villains releases trailer, revamps website:
Filed under: Super-hero, City of Heroes, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items Spiritual successor Heroes and Villains is marking City of Heroes' ninth anniversary
Filed under: Super-hero, City of Heroes, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items Spiritual successor Heroes and Villains is marking City of Heroes' ninth anniversary
With The Press Of A Button, This Game Changes Everything Around You
With The Press Of A Button, This Game Changes Everything Around You:
When I first saw it earlier this year, indie platformer Oliver & Spike looked like one of the most interesting games of the year.Read more...
When I first saw it earlier this year, indie platformer Oliver & Spike looked like one of the most interesting games of the year.Read more...
The Next Game From The Makers Of Quantum Conundrum Is Funky As Hell
The Next Game From The Makers Of Quantum Conundrum Is Funky As Hell:
This is Soul Fjord, the next game from Airtight Games, the folks behind last year's excellent first-person puzzler Quantum Conundrum.Read more...
This is Soul Fjord, the next game from Airtight Games, the folks behind last year's excellent first-person puzzler Quantum Conundrum.Read more...
Marvel Heroes NDA Lifted, Open Beta Announced | Ten Ton Hammer
Marvel Heroes NDA Lifted, Open Beta Announced | Ten Ton Hammer:
Did you play in this weekend’s Marvel Heroes beta event? You can now share the details, images, and videos of your experience.
Did you play in this weekend’s Marvel Heroes beta event? You can now share the details, images, and videos of your experience.
Blog: An argument for Android over consoles
Blog: An argument for Android over consoles:
Jasper Smith thinks Android game devices will eclipse consoles -- which makes sense, as he's CEO PlayJam, the company behind the Android-based GameStick. But
Jasper Smith thinks Android game devices will eclipse consoles -- which makes sense, as he's CEO PlayJam, the company behind the Android-based GameStick. But
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Rooftop Run (iOS) review
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Rooftop Run (iOS) review:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Rooftop Run (hereafter Rooftop Run) is a new iOS game from Nickelodeon. It’s available now as a $1.99 download from the App Store, and
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Rooftop Run (hereafter Rooftop Run) is a new iOS game from Nickelodeon. It’s available now as a $1.99 download from the App Store, and
Rockstar co-founder joins Soul and Vibe advisory board
Rockstar co-founder joins Soul and Vibe advisory board:
Jamie King will advise the publisher on the launch of its first games
Jamie King will advise the publisher on the launch of its first games
NCsoft Launched First Mobile Games Lineage: The Second Moon
NCsoft Launched First Mobile Games Lineage: The Second Moon:
NCsoft's first mobile game based on its hit online games, Lineage: The Second Moon, launched in Japan recently. Co-developed with mobile giant, GREE, the storyline of the
NCsoft's first mobile game based on its hit online games, Lineage: The Second Moon, launched in Japan recently. Co-developed with mobile giant, GREE, the storyline of the
Neverwinter: Review In Progress #1
Neverwinter: Review In Progress #1:
Neverwinter has entered the "soft launch" and is primed and ready to go for our patented Review in Progress. We'll be spending the next several weeks playing
Neverwinter has entered the "soft launch" and is primed and ready to go for our patented Review in Progress. We'll be spending the next several weeks playing
Blog: The failures of Guild Wars 2's player economy
Blog: The failures of Guild Wars 2's player economy:
Monetization consultant Ramin Shokrizade is back with an in-depth look at the popular MMO's economy -- and he doesn't like what he sees. ...
Monetization consultant Ramin Shokrizade is back with an in-depth look at the popular MMO's economy -- and he doesn't like what he sees. ...
Killing Yourself Is Fun In They Need To Be Fed 2
Killing Yourself Is Fun In They Need To Be Fed 2:
Every level of They Need To Be Fed 2 ends with you hurling your big-headed black and white body into the gaping maw of a carnivorous plant. Trust me, it's for the best.
Every level of They Need To Be Fed 2 ends with you hurling your big-headed black and white body into the gaping maw of a carnivorous plant. Trust me, it's for the best.
Riot: Don't ban your players, reform them
Riot: Don't ban your players, reform them:
Riot is taking a very scientific and psychological approach to player behavior, and it's only helping to increase League of Legends' popularity
Riot is taking a very scientific and psychological approach to player behavior, and it's only helping to increase League of Legends' popularity
Draw Something 2 Review
Draw Something 2 Review:
Gamezebo Rating: I’ll admit I wasn’t really expecting much when I first heard that Zynga was coming out with a sequel to their smash mobile phenomenon Draw
Gamezebo Rating: I’ll admit I wasn’t really expecting much when I first heard that Zynga was coming out with a sequel to their smash mobile phenomenon Draw
Industry instability is here to stay, says The Behemoth
Industry instability is here to stay, says The Behemoth:
BattleBlock Theater devs say chaos will keep everything moving forward, studios big and small always face the same hurdles
BattleBlock Theater devs say chaos will keep everything moving forward, studios big and small always face the same hurdles
Call of Duty Online (CN) Alpha Test Begin on April 30
Call of Duty Online (CN) Alpha Test Begin on April 30:
Currently only available for China, Call of Duty Online will begin its official Alpha test phase tomorrow. While majority of the elements are from the Modern Warfare
Currently only available for China, Call of Duty Online will begin its official Alpha test phase tomorrow. While majority of the elements are from the Modern Warfare
GDC Next and App Developers Conference announced
GDC Next and App Developers Conference announced:
UBM Tech is accepting presentation submissions for both events
UBM Tech is accepting presentation submissions for both events
Escape From Hell Review
Escape From Hell Review:
Gamezebo Rating: My frustration will sometimes get the best of me. In those instances, I usually stop what I’m doing, take a break, and come back to it
Gamezebo Rating: My frustration will sometimes get the best of me. In those instances, I usually stop what I’m doing, take a break, and come back to it
Not So Massively: Cash MOBA tournaments, Diablo III's latest exploit, and city-building with Prime World
Not So Massively: Cash MOBA tournaments, Diablo III's latest exploit, and city-building with Prime World:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, Launches, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, Dev Diaries, Not So Massively,
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, Launches, New Titles, Patches, PvP, News Items, Free-to-Play, Dev Diaries, Not So Massively,
LEGO Batman: DC Super Heroes Review
LEGO Batman: DC Super Heroes Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Batman made his debut in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. Ten years later, Lego began selling interlocking bricks. The two franchises are among the most
Gamezebo Rating: Batman made his debut in Detective Comics #27 in 1939. Ten years later, Lego began selling interlocking bricks. The two franchises are among the most
DOTA2: Perfect World Opens Super League in China
DOTA2: Perfect World Opens Super League in China:
Perfect World Entertainment is working with Valve to bring a Super League, an eSports league, into existence in Mainland China. The official sites have opened up for players
Perfect World Entertainment is working with Valve to bring a Super League, an eSports league, into existence in Mainland China. The official sites have opened up for players
Greed Monger screenshots and video show off tropical climate area
Greed Monger screenshots and video show off tropical climate area:
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Sandbox, Crafting Moving right along after tripling its Kickstarter funding goal back in
Filed under: Fantasy, Video, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Sandbox, Crafting Moving right along after tripling its Kickstarter funding goal back in
Robot Unicorn Attack 2 Review
Robot Unicorn Attack 2 Review:
Gamezebo Rating: As the number "2" in the title indicates, Robot Unicorn Attack 2 is the sequel to the amazingly popular (or is it so amazing, given My Little Pony) Adult Swim
Gamezebo Rating: As the number "2" in the title indicates, Robot Unicorn Attack 2 is the sequel to the amazingly popular (or is it so amazing, given My Little Pony) Adult Swim
They Need To Be Fed 2 Review
They Need To Be Fed 2 Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Think your job sucks? Imagine if your vocation involved nothing except risking your life to grow a plant that will inevitably wind up munching on you.
Gamezebo Rating: Think your job sucks? Imagine if your vocation involved nothing except risking your life to grow a plant that will inevitably wind up munching on you.
Farm Heroes Saga takes the top spot for second week in a row in fastest-growing Facebook games by MAU
Farm Heroes Saga takes the top spot for second week in a row in fastest-growing Facebook games by MAU:
King’s Farm Heroes Saga is this week’s fastest-growing Facebook game by monthly active user, bringing in 5.2 million monthly active users (MAU) for a 81 percent gain.
King’s Farm Heroes Saga is this week’s fastest-growing Facebook game by monthly active user, bringing in 5.2 million monthly active users (MAU) for a 81 percent gain.
Monday, April 29, 2013
General: Pocket Galaxy Closed Beta Giveaway!
General: Pocket Galaxy Closed Beta Giveaway!:
MMORPG.com has partnered with Spectacle Games to give out keys to the closed beta of Pocket Galaxy. Grab a key now before they all run out!
MMORPG.com has partnered with Spectacle Games to give out keys to the closed beta of Pocket Galaxy. Grab a key now before they all run out!
How Do User Data Turn Into New Features?
How Do User Data Turn Into New Features?:
We asked Andrew Hogue, Foursquare’s head of data and search, how his team uses millions of data points to decide what to build (or not to build) next. You can see
We asked Andrew Hogue, Foursquare’s head of data and search, how his team uses millions of data points to decide what to build (or not to build) next. You can see
DC Universe Online: Game Update 25 Brings Spring Event Online
DC Universe Online: Game Update 25 Brings Spring Event Online:
Sony Online Entertainment has announced that Game Update 25 for DC Universe Online is now live. The update brings the Spring Event online as well as marketplace
Sony Online Entertainment has announced that Game Update 25 for DC Universe Online is now live. The update brings the Spring Event online as well as marketplace
General: Traipsing in Agon
General: Traipsing in Agon:
Darkfall: Unholy Wars is getting a lot of attention these days, including catching the eye of The Tourist. Check out our latest tourist's look at one of the day's hottest
Darkfall: Unholy Wars is getting a lot of attention these days, including catching the eye of The Tourist. Check out our latest tourist's look at one of the day's hottest
Earthrise: First Impact: New Features Revealed
Earthrise: First Impact: New Features Revealed:
SilentFuture has revealed a few new features for Earthrise: First Impact as the game continues its optimization process. Players will be able to choose from any one
SilentFuture has revealed a few new features for Earthrise: First Impact as the game continues its optimization process. Players will be able to choose from any one
The Invaluable $1.80 Beer Lesson On Selling Products And Buying Habits
The Invaluable $1.80 Beer Lesson On Selling Products And Buying Habits:
You think you like the option that's neither cheapest nor most expensive because you're a reasonable person. But the real reason may surprise you. Products often
You think you like the option that's neither cheapest nor most expensive because you're a reasonable person. But the real reason may surprise you. Products often
Sony doubles full-year profit forecasts to ¥40 billion
Sony doubles full-year profit forecasts to ¥40 billion:
Operating income also up from HQ and other assets sales
Operating income also up from HQ and other assets sales
First Screenshots of Can Knockdown 3 Released, Coming This May
First Screenshots of Can Knockdown 3 Released, Coming This May:
Infinite Dreams has developed two Can Knockdown games already and had begun teasing the third in the franchise a couple of weeks ago. Well the company has now
Infinite Dreams has developed two Can Knockdown games already and had begun teasing the third in the franchise a couple of weeks ago. Well the company has now
Skullgirls funding held by Paypal
Skullgirls funding held by Paypal:
Crowdfunding meets Paypal and the results aren't pretty
Crowdfunding meets Paypal and the results aren't pretty
Getting Customer Feedback Better, Faster, And Cheaper
Getting Customer Feedback Better, Faster, And Cheaper:
Businesses spend billions and obsess over figuring out what their customers think--but they shouldn't. Here's why you can no longer make excuses for a lack of useful
Businesses spend billions and obsess over figuring out what their customers think--but they shouldn't. Here's why you can no longer make excuses for a lack of useful
Warren's Mailbag: Games are still niche, too expensive
Warren's Mailbag: Games are still niche, too expensive:
Thanks to the overwhelming response to Warren Spector's column, the veteran designer is replying to some of your most interesting comments
Thanks to the overwhelming response to Warren Spector's column, the veteran designer is replying to some of your most interesting comments
Coming in May: Steve Jackson's Sorcery!
Coming in May: Steve Jackson's Sorcery!:
inkle, an independent developer of interactive narrative apps, will release their iPhone / iPad adaptation of Steve Jackson's Sorcery! on the App Store in May. Based on
inkle, an independent developer of interactive narrative apps, will release their iPhone / iPad adaptation of Steve Jackson's Sorcery! on the App Store in May. Based on
Spellirium funding campaign: First week stats
Spellirium funding campaign: First week stats:
Funding for Untold Entreatment's (Sissy's Magical Ponycorn Adventure) new game has been going too slowly. This post details funding stats so far, showing the effects of
Funding for Untold Entreatment's (Sissy's Magical Ponycorn Adventure) new game has been going too slowly. This post details funding stats so far, showing the effects of
Peter Molyneux may have just monetized trolling
Peter Molyneux may have just monetized trolling:
"Maybe the effects of automatically removing cubelets will be neutralized by players keen to keep Curiosity going." - A note from Peter Molyneux's 22cans tells users they can pay
"Maybe the effects of automatically removing cubelets will be neutralized by players keen to keep Curiosity going." - A note from Peter Molyneux's 22cans tells users they can pay
League of Legends player goes pro to pay rent
League of Legends player goes pro to pay rent:
Filed under: Video, Culture, News Items, League of Legends What would you do if you were kicked out of your house as a teenager with nothing but a bicycle, a
Filed under: Video, Culture, News Items, League of Legends What would you do if you were kicked out of your house as a teenager with nothing but a bicycle, a
How Costa Coffee Used Data To Drive Loyalty And Sales
How Costa Coffee Used Data To Drive Loyalty And Sales:
U.K. chain Costa Coffee uses customer data from multiple sources to create sharply targeted communications that drive a loyalty program that actually works for buyer and
U.K. chain Costa Coffee uses customer data from multiple sources to create sharply targeted communications that drive a loyalty program that actually works for buyer and
League of Legends All-Stars Announced, Battle in Shanghai May 24-26
League of Legends All-Stars Announced, Battle in Shanghai May 24-26:
The world's best League of Legends players will descend on Shanghai and vie for glory during All-Star Week May 24-26. Riot Games will host top competitors from
The world's best League of Legends players will descend on Shanghai and vie for glory during All-Star Week May 24-26. Riot Games will host top competitors from
CEO of Ubisoft Montreal gives his recipe to making AAA games
CEO of Ubisoft Montreal gives his recipe to making AAA games:
Ubisoft might be the hottest gaming publisher or developer right now. Lately, it seems they can do know wrong, regardless of...
Ubisoft might be the hottest gaming publisher or developer right now. Lately, it seems they can do know wrong, regardless of...
The Mog Log: Final Fantasy XIV beta phase 1 and 2 - combat
The Mog Log: Final Fantasy XIV beta phase 1 and 2 - combat:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Consoles, Final Fantasy XIV, The Mog Log I've mentioned in the past that sometimes plans get changed
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Classes, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Consoles, Final Fantasy XIV, The Mog Log I've mentioned in the past that sometimes plans get changed
Yoshida Reiterates Summer Launch Schedule for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn
Yoshida Reiterates Summer Launch Schedule for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn:
The 2nd Niconico Chokaigi is currently going on for the weekend. Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn development team are there to show the product. The producer Naoki Yoshida, which now seems to be a household name to the FFXIV fans, has reiterated that the PS3 and PC versions of the game would launch this summer. Continue reading Yoshida Reiterates Summer Launch Schedule for Final Fantasy XI
The 2nd Niconico Chokaigi is currently going on for the weekend. Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn development team are there to show the product. The producer Naoki Yoshida, which now seems to be a household name to the FFXIV fans, has reiterated that the PS3 and PC versions of the game would launch this summer. Continue reading Yoshida Reiterates Summer Launch Schedule for Final Fantasy XI
Buy Guns of Icarus Online for however much you want
Buy Guns of Icarus Online for however much you want:
If for some reason you haven’t played Guns of Icarus Online yet and have always wanted to, now is literally the...
If for some reason you haven’t played Guns of Icarus Online yet and have always wanted to, now is literally the...
Guns of Icarus Online achieves Kickstarter goal but there is still time
Guns of Icarus Online achieves Kickstarter goal but there is still time:
With currently 33 days left, the Guns of Icarus Online's Kickstarter is still afloat despite the 100k goal already being...
With currently 33 days left, the Guns of Icarus Online's Kickstarter is still afloat despite the 100k goal already being...
Obliterate pocket-sized zombies in House of the Dead: Overkill – The Lost Reels
Obliterate pocket-sized zombies in House of the Dead: Overkill – The Lost Reels:
Killing zombies is now as easy as tapping your phone ... which makes me wonder whether the undead become less of a threat...
Killing zombies is now as easy as tapping your phone ... which makes me wonder whether the undead become less of a threat...
Spicy Horse's New Collectible Card-Time Strategy Looks Mighty Familiar
Spicy Horse's New Collectible Card-Time Strategy Looks Mighty Familiar:
Coming this fall to PC, Mac, Linux and tablets everywhere, Spicy Horse's (thankfully) tentatively-titled Hell Invaders brings collectible card games to life in full
Coming this fall to PC, Mac, Linux and tablets everywhere, Spicy Horse's (thankfully) tentatively-titled Hell Invaders brings collectible card games to life in full
Defiance Producer on Improvements and Dealing with Cheaters | Ten Ton Hammer
Defiance Producer on Improvements and Dealing with Cheaters | Ten Ton Hammer:
Executive Producer Nathan Richardsson returns for another update on what’s in the works for Defiance and dealing with those pesky cheaters.
Executive Producer Nathan Richardsson returns for another update on what’s in the works for Defiance and dealing with those pesky cheaters.
Trion Teases New Defiance Crossover Competition | Ten Ton Hammer
Trion Teases New Defiance Crossover Competition | Ten Ton Hammer:
Trion Worlds teases a new competition to bring the first Defiance player into the television show.
Trion Worlds teases a new competition to bring the first Defiance player into the television show.
Defiance Celebrates the Armistice Festival | Ten Ton Hammer
Defiance Celebrates the Armistice Festival | Ten Ton Hammer:
Trion adds a couple of new things to do to celebrate the Armistice Festival in Defiance.
Trion adds a couple of new things to do to celebrate the Armistice Festival in Defiance.
Capcom's 'decline in quality' blamed on 'excessive outsourcing'
Capcom's 'decline in quality' blamed on 'excessive outsourcing':
Publisher will spend 7.2 billion Yen on restructuring as it slashes expectations for Resident Evil 6 and Devil May Cry. Capcom has announced it is revising sales
Publisher will spend 7.2 billion Yen on restructuring as it slashes expectations for Resident Evil 6 and Devil May Cry. Capcom has announced it is revising sales
FIFA 14 announced with new features that 'capture the emotion of scoring goals'
FIFA 14 announced with new features that 'capture the emotion of scoring goals':
As expected, EA today unveiled FIFA 14, the next installment in the popular soccer franchise. FIFA is one of...
As expected, EA today unveiled FIFA 14, the next installment in the popular soccer franchise. FIFA is one of...
Analyst: US sales trends will remain negative until GTAV
Analyst: US sales trends will remain negative until GTAV:
Sterne Agee analyst does not foresee turnaround until Rockstar…s open-world game arrives in September, believes BioShock Infinite sold as many as 750,000
Sterne Agee analyst does not foresee turnaround until Rockstar…s open-world game arrives in September, believes BioShock Infinite sold as many as 750,000
Sony helping to unify console biz, says Ready at Dawn boss
Sony helping to unify console biz, says Ready at Dawn boss:
Ru Weerasuriya tells us all consoles now will have to be more open; he also stresses team, not the game, as "the ultimate goal"
Ru Weerasuriya tells us all consoles now will have to be more open; he also stresses team, not the game, as "the ultimate goal"
The Doctor is Out: Zeschuk on BioWare, EA and consoles' uncertain future
The Doctor is Out: Zeschuk on BioWare, EA and consoles' uncertain future:
Zeschuk wouldn't change a thing about his time at BioWare or EA, which he says "gives you enough rope to hang yourself"
Zeschuk wouldn't change a thing about his time at BioWare or EA, which he says "gives you enough rope to hang yourself"
C9 Unleashes First Raid for Bardiel Seal
C9 Unleashes First Raid for Bardiel Seal:
Webzen launches the first raid for THE EXTREME DUNGEON: BARDIEL SEAL in the 3D Fantasy Action MMORPG, CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9). Continue reading C9 Unleashes First Raid for Bardiel Seal.
Webzen launches the first raid for THE EXTREME DUNGEON: BARDIEL SEAL in the 3D Fantasy Action MMORPG, CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9). Continue reading C9 Unleashes First Raid for Bardiel Seal.
Gordon Walton: Publishers see devs as "replaceable meat puppets"
Gordon Walton: Publishers see devs as "replaceable meat puppets":
Veteran exec laments the treatment of dev teams, talks about Riccitiello's struggle, and predicts Activision's business ending in "catastrophe"
Veteran exec laments the treatment of dev teams, talks about Riccitiello's struggle, and predicts Activision's business ending in "catastrophe"
Icarus Online preps for closed beta, releases trailer
Icarus Online preps for closed beta, releases trailer:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Free-to-Play We haven't talked about Icarus Online after its unfortunate journey to the sun last year, so it's definitely time to check
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Trailers, Video, Free-to-Play We haven't talked about Icarus Online after its unfortunate journey to the sun last year, so it's definitely time to check
City of Steam Early Beta Access Starts May 10th | Ten Ton Hammer
City of Steam Early Beta Access Starts May 10th | Ten Ton Hammer:
City of Steam will be hosting an early access beta event next month before open beta gets underway.
City of Steam will be hosting an early access beta event next month before open beta gets underway.
Marvel Heroes: NDA Lifts
Marvel Heroes: NDA Lifts:
Marvel Heroes beta testers can finally begin speaking about the game now that the non-disclosure agreement has finally been lifted. Gazillion Entertainment surprised
Marvel Heroes beta testers can finally begin speaking about the game now that the non-disclosure agreement has finally been lifted. Gazillion Entertainment surprised
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Ragnarok Online 2
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Ragnarok Online 2:
Ragnarok Online 2 is regarded as the sequel to the world-renown Ragnarok Online. Gravity Interactive is proud to announce that Ragnarok Online 2: Legend
Ragnarok Online 2 is regarded as the sequel to the world-renown Ragnarok Online. Gravity Interactive is proud to announce that Ragnarok Online 2: Legend
Neverwinter founder early access begins today
Neverwinter founder early access begins today:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Launches, New Titles, Neverwinter, Buy-to-Play If you're a diehard Neverwinter fan (i.e. you threw down $200 for the Hero of the
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Video, Launches, New Titles, Neverwinter, Buy-to-Play If you're a diehard Neverwinter fan (i.e. you threw down $200 for the Hero of the
Neverwinter: Open Beta Launch Interview
Neverwinter: Open Beta Launch Interview:
Today marks a seminal point in Neverwinter's development as the open beta, or "soft launch", begins with Founders checking into the game. We managed to
Today marks a seminal point in Neverwinter's development as the open beta, or "soft launch", begins with Founders checking into the game. We managed to
Where is Zynga's supposed turnaround?
Where is Zynga's supposed turnaround?:
For all the talk of a changed company, Pincus' firm still seems to be making all the same mistakes in all the same ways
For all the talk of a changed company, Pincus' firm still seems to be making all the same mistakes in all the same ways
Zynga: Closing games puts the best talent in the right places
Zynga: Closing games puts the best talent in the right places:
With costs under control, Zynga's Dan Ko looks towards building better franchises
With costs under control, Zynga's Dan Ko looks towards building better franchises
Catch up on Zynga's state of affairs with these analyst takeaways
Catch up on Zynga's state of affairs with these analyst takeaways:
Zynga shed plenty of users in the first quarter, and shut down some major Facebook games, but analysts haven't completely given up on the company yet. ...
Zynga shed plenty of users in the first quarter, and shut down some major Facebook games, but analysts haven't completely given up on the company yet. ...
Zynga Is Clearly Paying Celebs to Pretend to Like Draw Something 2
Zynga Is Clearly Paying Celebs to Pretend to Like Draw Something 2:
Zynga, cruising on the highway to BrokeVille, is banking on its newest ripoff of Pictionary to be as wildly popular as the first one. Banking so heavily, in fact, that the
Zynga, cruising on the highway to BrokeVille, is banking on its newest ripoff of Pictionary to be as wildly popular as the first one. Banking so heavily, in fact, that the
Draw Something 2 (iOS) review
Draw Something 2 (iOS) review:
Draw Something 2 is a new release from Zynga, currently available as both free and paid downloads for iOS and coming soon to Android. The game is featured in the New &
Draw Something 2 is a new release from Zynga, currently available as both free and paid downloads for iOS and coming soon to Android. The game is featured in the New &
Zynga launches Draw Something 2
Zynga launches Draw Something 2:
Yesterday, during Zynga’s Q1 2013 earning call, CEP Mark Pincus announced the launch of Draw Something 2. The game is available to download for free exclusively on
Yesterday, during Zynga’s Q1 2013 earning call, CEP Mark Pincus announced the launch of Draw Something 2. The game is available to download for free exclusively on
Respecting the player's wallet
Respecting the player's wallet:
Free-to-play is a design opportunity, says BioWare Austin's Damion Schubert, who looks into how developers can cater to their big spenders while still integrating free
Free-to-play is a design opportunity, says BioWare Austin's Damion Schubert, who looks into how developers can cater to their big spenders while still integrating free
Ambient Studios to close, Death Inc backers to be refunded
Ambient Studios to close, Death Inc backers to be refunded:
Dev couldn't "make enough money to keep the wolves from the door"
Dev couldn't "make enough money to keep the wolves from the door"
Subscription plans now available on Steam
Subscription plans now available on Steam:
Half-Life developer's online marketplace now allows users to sign up for subscription plans; first supported title is MMO Darkfall Unholy Wars. Beginning today, Steam will offer subscription plans, Half-Life and Portal developer Valve has announced. The first supported title is Darkfall Unholy Wars, a massively
Half-Life developer's online marketplace now allows users to sign up for subscription plans; first supported title is MMO Darkfall Unholy Wars. Beginning today, Steam will offer subscription plans, Half-Life and Portal developer Valve has announced. The first supported title is Darkfall Unholy Wars, a massively
Mythic community manager bids a sorrowful farewell
Mythic community manager bids a sorrowful farewell:
Filed under: Dark Age of Camelot, MMO Industry, Warhammer Online, News Items, Ultima Online, Free-to-Play It looks as if yesterday's EA layoffs are hitting MMO
Filed under: Dark Age of Camelot, MMO Industry, Warhammer Online, News Items, Ultima Online, Free-to-Play It looks as if yesterday's EA layoffs are hitting MMO
EA Sports Also Hurts After a Rough Week of Painful Cuts
EA Sports Also Hurts After a Rough Week of Painful Cuts:
Theoretically, sports should be one of the safer gigs in video games today. These are series that come out every year, they're usually reliable sellers, the publishers have
Theoretically, sports should be one of the safer gigs in video games today. These are series that come out every year, they're usually reliable sellers, the publishers have
EA confirms more layoffs
EA confirms more layoffs:
Publisher continues cuts; PopCap Vancouver and Quicklime added to list of closures in reported headcount reduction of 10% [UPDATE: reorganization info]
Publisher continues cuts; PopCap Vancouver and Quicklime added to list of closures in reported headcount reduction of 10% [UPDATE: reorganization info]
Massively's Neverwinter early access launch diary: Day two
Massively's Neverwinter early access launch diary: Day two:
Filed under: Fantasy, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Neverwinter, Neverwinter Days After yesterday's initial foray into Neverwinter, I was eager to get
Filed under: Fantasy, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Neverwinter, Neverwinter Days After yesterday's initial foray into Neverwinter, I was eager to get
Massively's Neverwinter early access launch diary: Day one
Massively's Neverwinter early access launch diary: Day one:
Filed under: Fantasy, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Neverwinter, Neverwinter Days Neverwinter's launch isn't so much a launch
Filed under: Fantasy, Previews, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Neverwinter, Neverwinter Days Neverwinter's launch isn't so much a launch
More Smartphones Were Shipped in Q1 2013 Than Feature Phones, An Industry First According to IDC
More Smartphones Were Shipped in Q1 2013 Than Feature Phones, An Industry First According to IDC :
The worldwide mobile phone market grew 4% year over year in the seasonally slow first quarter of 2013 (1Q13) as smartphones outshipped feature phones for the first time. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, vendors shipped a total of 418.6 million mobile phones in 1Q13 compared to 402.4 million units in the first quarter of 2012 and 483.2 million units in the fourth quarter of 2012.
The worldwide mobile phone market grew 4% year over year in the seasonally slow first quarter of 2013 (1Q13) as smartphones outshipped feature phones for the first time. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, vendors shipped a total of 418.6 million mobile phones in 1Q13 compared to 402.4 million units in the first quarter of 2012 and 483.2 million units in the fourth quarter of 2012.
Amazon Preps Set-Top Box
Amazon Preps Set-Top Box:
Given that Amazon.com already streams a catalog of 150,000 movies and TV shows to its Prime service members owning a PlayStation 3, Wii U, Xbox 360 or Roku device, it comes with little surprise that Bloomberg News is reporting that the online retailer is prepping its own Internet set-top box for release later this year.
Given that Amazon.com already streams a catalog of 150,000 movies and TV shows to its Prime service members owning a PlayStation 3, Wii U, Xbox 360 or Roku device, it comes with little surprise that Bloomberg News is reporting that the online retailer is prepping its own Internet set-top box for release later this year.
GigaMedia appoints new COO ahead of China push
GigaMedia appoints new COO ahead of China push:
Former Gamania COO joins Taiwanese online firm to oversee Chinese expansion of FunTown platform
Former Gamania COO joins Taiwanese online firm to oversee Chinese expansion of FunTown platform
ArcheAge(KR) Update Preview: Battlefield and Nation System Coming in May
ArcheAge(KR) Update Preview: Battlefield and Nation System Coming in May:
ArcheAge Korean server has come to commercial launch for almost half an year, and plenty of new updates have come into use, including siege battles, farming
ArcheAge Korean server has come to commercial launch for almost half an year, and plenty of new updates have come into use, including siege battles, farming
Age of Wushu: Review in Progress #2
Age of Wushu: Review in Progress #2:
We move into our second week of Age of Wushu and have experienced more of the game outside of the initial training grounds. See what we have to say in this week's
We move into our second week of Age of Wushu and have experienced more of the game outside of the initial training grounds. See what we have to say in this week's
Age of Wushu: Review in Progress Part I
Age of Wushu: Review in Progress Part I:
Last week's launch of Age of Wushu marked the beginning of our process leading up to our final and official review. We start the journey with a few articles
Last week's launch of Age of Wushu marked the beginning of our process leading up to our final and official review. We start the journey with a few articles
Age of Wushu Retail Edition Hits GameStop Today | Ten Ton Hammer
Age of Wushu Retail Edition Hits GameStop Today | Ten Ton Hammer:
Age of Wushu’s Special Retail Edition arrives at GameStop today with an assortment of exclusive items and single player experience.
Age of Wushu’s Special Retail Edition arrives at GameStop today with an assortment of exclusive items and single player experience.
Age of Wushu: Red Phoenix Rising This Weekend
Age of Wushu: Red Phoenix Rising This Weekend:
Red Phoenix is launching at 11:00 AM PDT, Saturday, April 13, for all players looking to start fresh from the ashes or are a new player joining the red hot epic in its opening
Red Phoenix is launching at 11:00 AM PDT, Saturday, April 13, for all players looking to start fresh from the ashes or are a new player joining the red hot epic in its opening
Age of Wushu: Launch Day Impressions
Age of Wushu: Launch Day Impressions:
Age of Wushu launched with great fanfare yesterday and we were there from minute one. We've prepared our launch day impressions on our way to an official review
Age of Wushu launched with great fanfare yesterday and we were there from minute one. We've prepared our launch day impressions on our way to an official review
The Age of Wushu team on what's coming after launch
The Age of Wushu team on what's coming after launch:
Filed under: Historical, Events (In-Game), Interviews, Launches, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, MMORPG A week ago, we asked Snail Games some questions pertaining to
Filed under: Historical, Events (In-Game), Interviews, Launches, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, MMORPG A week ago, we asked Snail Games some questions pertaining to
The Art of Wushu: Launching into Age of Wushu
The Art of Wushu: Launching into Age of Wushu:
Filed under: Historical, Events (In-Game), Launches, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, The Art of Wushu, MMORPG Age of Wushu just launched publicly today, and
Filed under: Historical, Events (In-Game), Launches, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Age of Wushu, The Art of Wushu, MMORPG Age of Wushu just launched publicly today, and
Age of Wushu Is Now Available!
Age of Wushu Is Now Available!:
Are you counting down the launch time for Age of Wushu? April.10th has arrived, so has Age of Wushu. Snail Games announced today that the revolutionary,
Are you counting down the launch time for Age of Wushu? April.10th has arrived, so has Age of Wushu. Snail Games announced today that the revolutionary,
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Age of Wushu
MMOsite Exclusive Interview with Age of Wushu:
Age of Wushu will be officially launched tomorrow, we made an exclusive interview with the Age of Wushu develop team to give you a deeper understanding of this game.
Age of Wushu will be officially launched tomorrow, we made an exclusive interview with the Age of Wushu develop team to give you a deeper understanding of this game.
WildStar chronicles closed beta metrics and milestones
WildStar chronicles closed beta metrics and milestones:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Bugs, Game Mechanics, News Items, Humor, Dev Diaries, WildStar, Player-Generated Content Last night, WildStar's Jeremy Gaffney
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, Bugs, Game Mechanics, News Items, Humor, Dev Diaries, WildStar, Player-Generated Content Last night, WildStar's Jeremy Gaffney
WildStar begins beta testing
WildStar begins beta testing:
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, WildStar Saying that "a picture is worth a thousand words," the WildStar team has posted a picture of the team with the caption of "IT HAS
Filed under: Betas, Sci-Fi, WildStar Saying that "a picture is worth a thousand words," the WildStar team has posted a picture of the team with the caption of "IT HAS
World of Tanks Has Been Hacked, Hide Yo' Wife, Hide Yo' Passwords
World of Tanks Has Been Hacked, Hide Yo' Wife, Hide Yo' Passwords:
User accounts for World of Tanks, one of the biggest games in the world, have been comprised following what the game's publisher calls a "security incident".Read
User accounts for World of Tanks, one of the biggest games in the world, have been comprised following what the game's publisher calls a "security incident".Read
World of Tanks vs. Project Tank: Is there IP infringement?
World of Tanks vs. Project Tank: Is there IP infringement?:
Filed under: Historical, Video, MMO Industry, War, Free-to-Play, Browser, Legal Browser-based Project Tank from Gamebox is under fire this week from the makers of World of
Filed under: Historical, Video, MMO Industry, War, Free-to-Play, Browser, Legal Browser-based Project Tank from Gamebox is under fire this week from the makers of World of
Wargaming Celebrates Two Year Anniversary of World of Tanks
Wargaming Celebrates Two Year Anniversary of World of Tanks:
Wargaming celebrates two year anniversary of World of Tanks in north America with a 12-hour live stream and a weekend of hook-ups. Tankers get discounts, bonuses and
Wargaming celebrates two year anniversary of World of Tanks in north America with a 12-hour live stream and a weekend of hook-ups. Tankers get discounts, bonuses and
BioWare Delays SWTOR’s Next Update to Address Major UI Bug | Ten Ton Hammer
BioWare Delays SWTOR’s Next Update to Address Major UI Bug | Ten Ton Hammer:
A UI bug halts today’s launch of SWTOR’s 2.0.1 update and the release of the new Vice Commander’s Contraband Pack.
A UI bug halts today’s launch of SWTOR’s 2.0.1 update and the release of the new Vice Commander’s Contraband Pack.
Star Wars: The Old Republic: The Best (and Worst) of Rise of the Hutt Cartel
Star Wars: The Old Republic: The Best (and Worst) of Rise of the Hutt Cartel:
In this week's SWTOR column, we're breaking down some of the best and worst aspects of Rise of the Hutt Cartel, the first digital expansion to Star Wars: The Old
In this week's SWTOR column, we're breaking down some of the best and worst aspects of Rise of the Hutt Cartel, the first digital expansion to Star Wars: The Old
Star Wars: The Old Republic: Rise of the Hutt Cartel: A New Hope for SWToR
Star Wars: The Old Republic: Rise of the Hutt Cartel: A New Hope for SWToR:
Rise of the Hutt Cartel is the first digital expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic. Is this the expansion you're looking for? Find out in our official review!
Rise of the Hutt Cartel is the first digital expansion for Star Wars: The Old Republic. Is this the expansion you're looking for? Find out in our official review!
Hyperspace Beacon: The SWTOR free-to-play experiment, week one
Hyperspace Beacon: The SWTOR free-to-play experiment, week one:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hyperspace Beacon The complaints about free-to-play and Star Wars: The Old Republic have been itching at me. Although I'm sure there are legitimate issues that players have with BioWare's F2P model, but with all the vitriol, it's hard to tell the difference between which problems are caused by BioWare and wh
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Hyperspace Beacon The complaints about free-to-play and Star Wars: The Old Republic have been itching at me. Although I'm sure there are legitimate issues that players have with BioWare's F2P model, but with all the vitriol, it's hard to tell the difference between which problems are caused by BioWare and wh
First Impressions: SWTOR's Rise of the Hutt Cartel
First Impressions: SWTOR's Rise of the Hutt Cartel:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Expansions, Launches, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Star Wars: The Old Republic How much of an expansion can you really
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Expansions, Launches, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, First Impressions, Star Wars: The Old Republic How much of an expansion can you really
SWTOR Launches 2.0 and Early Access to Rise of the Hutt Cartel | Ten Ton Hammer
SWTOR Launches 2.0 and Early Access to Rise of the Hutt Cartel | Ten Ton Hammer:
Early access opens for SWTOR’s Rise of the Hutt Cartel expansion along with the launch of Game Update 2.0: Scum and Villainy.
Early access opens for SWTOR’s Rise of the Hutt Cartel expansion along with the launch of Game Update 2.0: Scum and Villainy.
App Annie: Amazon Appstore could grow to the size of iTunes
App Annie: Amazon Appstore could grow to the size of iTunes:
Analytics firm now supplying data for Amazon as it expands to nearly 200 countries
Analytics firm now supplying data for Amazon as it expands to nearly 200 countries
Defiance: Review in Progress #4
Defiance: Review in Progress #4:
This week wraps up our four week Review in Progress for Trion Worlds' Defiance, with our final score to come next week. Find out where we are in the game and check our
This week wraps up our four week Review in Progress for Trion Worlds' Defiance, with our final score to come next week. Find out where we are in the game and check our
Defiance: Review In Progress #3
Defiance: Review In Progress #3:
We are winding down our series of 'review in progress' articles for Trion Worlds' Defiance. In the third installment, we take a look at PvP and the latest (and largest)
We are winding down our series of 'review in progress' articles for Trion Worlds' Defiance. In the third installment, we take a look at PvP and the latest (and largest)
Leading the Charge: Execution Labs' First Cohort
Leading the Charge: Execution Labs' First Cohort:
The Firemasters, Henchmen, Big Action Mega Fight, MacGuffin Quest, Afterland: Jason Della Rocca's incubator turns up the heat
The Firemasters, Henchmen, Big Action Mega Fight, MacGuffin Quest, Afterland: Jason Della Rocca's incubator turns up the heat
That Brain: Big team sizes are a hindrance to development
That Brain: Big team sizes are a hindrance to development:
Veterans from Media Molecule and Grin have launched a new studio - we speak to them about their plans and the state of independent development
Veterans from Media Molecule and Grin have launched a new studio - we speak to them about their plans and the state of independent development
Chris Roberts: I can be more profitable than AAA games on a fifth of sales
Chris Roberts: I can be more profitable than AAA games on a fifth of sales:
The veteran developer talks about Star Citizen's development process, the problems with big publishers and whether the PS4 may see his game
The veteran developer talks about Star Citizen's development process, the problems with big publishers and whether the PS4 may see his game
Star Citizen dev opens new office
Star Citizen dev opens new office:
Chris Roberts' Cloud Imperium Games launches new Santa Monica, California office to support development of new space sim. Star Citizen developer Cloud
Chris Roberts' Cloud Imperium Games launches new Santa Monica, California office to support development of new space sim. Star Citizen developer Cloud
Activision's Kotick was paid $64.9 million last year
Activision's Kotick was paid $64.9 million last year:
Kotick is now one of the highest paid CEOs in the US
Kotick is now one of the highest paid CEOs in the US
Yatzy Online Brings New Design and Features to Android Phones and Tablets
Yatzy Online Brings New Design and Features to Android Phones and Tablets:
Yatzy Online makers Miracle Mill have unveiled the new design of the popular dice game for Android phones and tablets. The new look shifts from the purple and orange
Yatzy Online makers Miracle Mill have unveiled the new design of the popular dice game for Android phones and tablets. The new look shifts from the purple and orange
OP Grand Line OBT Coming April 29 with OBT Event
OP Grand Line OBT Coming April 29 with OBT Event:
The master work which got adapted by One Piece, “OP Grand Line”, has reached the stage of CBT. The schedule and many activities have published recently. Player’s
The master work which got adapted by One Piece, “OP Grand Line”, has reached the stage of CBT. The schedule and many activities have published recently. Player’s
OP Grand Line Closed Beta Test and Game Review
OP Grand Line Closed Beta Test and Game Review:
OP Grand Line, a MMORPG web game, will be a closed test on Apr 22. The content of the closed test has been published recently. Continue reading OP Grand Line Closed
OP Grand Line, a MMORPG web game, will be a closed test on Apr 22. The content of the closed test has been published recently. Continue reading OP Grand Line Closed
OP Grand Line S1 Merry April 22 1200 Close Beta Starts
OP Grand Line S1 Merry April 22 1200 Close Beta Starts:
OP Grand Line is a ARPG game based on the hit animated TV series "One Piece". Players can challenge millions other gamers online and equipped with high
OP Grand Line is a ARPG game based on the hit animated TV series "One Piece". Players can challenge millions other gamers online and equipped with high
IGDA head Kate Edwards: "Games are an art-form, pure and simple"
IGDA head Kate Edwards: "Games are an art-form, pure and simple":
GDC 2013: Plus more on gender, cultural sensitivity and the resignation of Romero
GDC 2013: Plus more on gender, cultural sensitivity and the resignation of Romero
Lobby group calls Android a "Trojan Horse" for Google's dominance
Lobby group calls Android a "Trojan Horse" for Google's dominance:
FairSearch lodges complaint with EU Commission on behalf of Microsoft, Nokia, Oracle, others
FairSearch lodges complaint with EU Commission on behalf of Microsoft, Nokia, Oracle, others
MMObility: Revisiting The Lost Titans
MMObility: Revisiting The Lost Titans:
Filed under: Betas, Screenshots, Video, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Casual, Family, Livestream,
Filed under: Betas, Screenshots, Video, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Interviews, Previews, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Browser, Casual, Family, Livestream,
Idol Words Review
Idol Words Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Idol Words is a social word game that plays like an asynchronous version of Boggle. Face off against random opponents, friends or even bitter rivals as
Gamezebo Rating: Idol Words is a social word game that plays like an asynchronous version of Boggle. Face off against random opponents, friends or even bitter rivals as
The Legend of Tibet Official Beta Test Phase Coming in July
The Legend of Tibet Official Beta Test Phase Coming in July:
While Diablo III is somehow still not available in China, NetEase (Blizzard's long-time partner in the country) has decided to pull out their own self-developed game: The
While Diablo III is somehow still not available in China, NetEase (Blizzard's long-time partner in the country) has decided to pull out their own self-developed game: The
Unity makes a move on the real-money gambling space
Unity makes a move on the real-money gambling space:
As part of Unity Technology's recent push into the real-money gambling market, the game engine provider today signed deals with a couple of large casino-management
As part of Unity Technology's recent push into the real-money gambling market, the game engine provider today signed deals with a couple of large casino-management
Epic Games' global marketing head leaves to oversee Halo marketing
Epic Games' global marketing head leaves to oversee Halo marketing:
Kendall Boyd has joined Microsoft to direct all marketing on the blockbuster Halo franchise
Kendall Boyd has joined Microsoft to direct all marketing on the blockbuster Halo franchise
Everything's Blue in The Week in Gaming Apps
Everything's Blue in The Week in Gaming Apps:
Well, almost everything. We had a good thing going, Talisman Prologue, and you had to go and completely screw things up. Great job. Don't know why I even bother
Well, almost everything. We had a good thing going, Talisman Prologue, and you had to go and completely screw things up. Great job. Don't know why I even bother
Will Tencent's Dota 2 Rip-off Game Eat LoL's Lunch?
Will Tencent's Dota 2 Rip-off Game Eat LoL's Lunch?:
Tecent’s new game, code-named Rgame will release detailed information on UP+ Conference on 18th April. Do not despise the game. Sources said Tencent had hired
Tecent’s new game, code-named Rgame will release detailed information on UP+ Conference on 18th April. Do not despise the game. Sources said Tencent had hired
This might seem obvious to some, but it's still kind of sad: as people grow older, they tend to care
This might seem obvious to some, but it's still kind of sad: as people grow older, they tend to care:
This might seem obvious to some, but it's still kind of sad: as people grow older, they tend to care about video games less according to Facebook data. Do you think
This might seem obvious to some, but it's still kind of sad: as people grow older, they tend to care about video games less according to Facebook data. Do you think
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive gets Operation Payback event
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive gets Operation Payback event:
Community map-making event asks players for $5.99 and is running until July 31. Valve will add seven community-made maps to its official Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
Community map-making event asks players for $5.99 and is running until July 31. Valve will add seven community-made maps to its official Counter-Strike: Global Offensive
General: Lunaria Story Open Beta to Kick Off Today
General: Lunaria Story Open Beta to Kick Off Today:
R2Games has announced that the open beta for Lunaria Story will officially commence today, Friday, April 26th. Lunaria Story is a side-scrolling MMO.
R2Games has announced that the open beta for Lunaria Story will officially commence today, Friday, April 26th. Lunaria Story is a side-scrolling MMO.
Some Assembly Required: Community as content
Some Assembly Required: Community as content:
Filed under: Culture, MMO Industry, Opinion, Miscellaneous, Some Assembly Required, Player-Generated Content Not too long ago, I had the opportunity to cover an occasion
Filed under: Culture, MMO Industry, Opinion, Miscellaneous, Some Assembly Required, Player-Generated Content Not too long ago, I had the opportunity to cover an occasion
Rise and Shiny: War Thunder
Rise and Shiny: War Thunder:
Filed under: Betas, Historical, Real-Life, Video, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, War, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, Humor, First Impressions, Rise
Filed under: Betas, Historical, Real-Life, Video, Game Mechanics, Previews, PvP, Opinion, War, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Casual, Humor, First Impressions, Rise
Hello MMO - April New MMO Collection
Hello MMO - April New MMO Collection:
Have you been excited about the dazzling MMO month? Recently lots of new MMOs bursting out in the gaming stage, I guess it’s not a difficult thing for you to pick out one
Have you been excited about the dazzling MMO month? Recently lots of new MMOs bursting out in the gaming stage, I guess it’s not a difficult thing for you to pick out one
Blendoku Review
Blendoku Review:
Gamezebo Rating: The App Rule of Four states that the best game ideas can be described in a four-word sentence, such as: fling birds into pigs. Get water to alligator.
Gamezebo Rating: The App Rule of Four states that the best game ideas can be described in a four-word sentence, such as: fling birds into pigs. Get water to alligator.
Last Temple on top of this week’s emerging games on Facebook
Last Temple on top of this week’s emerging games on Facebook:
Ganymede’s puzzle adventure game Last Temple took the top spot on this week’s top emerging games on Facebook, growing by an estimated 31,261 monthly active users
Ganymede’s puzzle adventure game Last Temple took the top spot on this week’s top emerging games on Facebook, growing by an estimated 31,261 monthly active users
The psychology of money: Why players pay
The psychology of money: Why players pay:
How does the human brain handle money? Understand that and you should have a better chance of understanding what players will pay for. This blog post spells it
How does the human brain handle money? Understand that and you should have a better chance of understanding what players will pay for. This blog post spells it
Video: Fixing toxic online behavior in League of Legends
Video: Fixing toxic online behavior in League of Legends:
Toxic player behavior exhibited during online gaming sessions can be improved several ways, Riot Games' Jeffery Lin reveals in this analysis of experiments conducted in League of Legends. ...
Toxic player behavior exhibited during online gaming sessions can be improved several ways, Riot Games' Jeffery Lin reveals in this analysis of experiments conducted in League of Legends. ...
I Will Never Doubt the Power of Archery Again
I Will Never Doubt the Power of Archery Again:
Oh Hawkeye, where do I begin? For years I've ridiculed you for being the guy with the bow among gods. Now I've played a game where I shoot a bow with such power and
Oh Hawkeye, where do I begin? For years I've ridiculed you for being the guy with the bow among gods. Now I've played a game where I shoot a bow with such power and
Ubi Singapore's Jamie Stowe joins 22Cans
Ubi Singapore's Jamie Stowe joins 22Cans:
Assassin's Creed III naval battle technical director to work on crowdfunded Godus
Assassin's Creed III naval battle technical director to work on crowdfunded Godus
Paid vs. free-to-play: Advice from notable mobile studios
Paid vs. free-to-play: Advice from notable mobile studios:
At the start of 2012, a selection of notable mobile developers gave UK editor Mike Rose advice on which business model would best suit his mobile game. This
At the start of 2012, a selection of notable mobile developers gave UK editor Mike Rose advice on which business model would best suit his mobile game. This
Blog: Analysis - what Star Wars: TOR's community efforts are missing
Blog: Analysis - what Star Wars: TOR's community efforts are missing:
Interacting with your fans on Facebook is an integral part of community management, and in this post, a community professional highlights some of the weak points in
Interacting with your fans on Facebook is an integral part of community management, and in this post, a community professional highlights some of the weak points in
Ninja Village Review
Ninja Village Review:
Gamezebo Rating: The ninjas of Ninja Village aren't exactly what you'd expect of deadly assassins. In keeping with Kairosoft tradition, they're tiny, pixellated and actually
Gamezebo Rating: The ninjas of Ninja Village aren't exactly what you'd expect of deadly assassins. In keeping with Kairosoft tradition, they're tiny, pixellated and actually
Second Wind: All Points Bulletin Reloaded
Second Wind: All Points Bulletin Reloaded:
Filed under: Screenshots, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Races, All Points Bulletin, Crime, MMOFPS, Humor,
Filed under: Screenshots, Video, Business Models, Game Mechanics, PvP, Opinion, Free-to-Play, Hands-On, Races, All Points Bulletin, Crime, MMOFPS, Humor,
Deep Sea Deli Review
Deep Sea Deli Review:
Gamezebo Rating: Narwhals are the Jedi of the sea, and they’re also pretty darn good at making sandwiches. Deep Sea Deli by PlayFirst is an iOS puzzle game that shows
Gamezebo Rating: Narwhals are the Jedi of the sea, and they’re also pretty darn good at making sandwiches. Deep Sea Deli by PlayFirst is an iOS puzzle game that shows
Final Fantasy Tactics S, a new Final Fantasy Tactics social game, was just announced for Japan.
Final Fantasy Tactics S, a new Final Fantasy Tactics social game, was just announced for Japan.:
Final Fantasy Tactics S, a new Final Fantasy Tactics social game, was just announced for Japan. "S"? Social? Geddit? Read more...
Final Fantasy Tactics S, a new Final Fantasy Tactics social game, was just announced for Japan. "S"? Social? Geddit? Read more...
Blog: Tips for designing your video game's logo
Blog: Tips for designing your video game's logo:
You want a logo that captures the spirit of your game and correctly communicates that to your potential audience. How do you go about it? The developers of Folk Tale
You want a logo that captures the spirit of your game and correctly communicates that to your potential audience. How do you go about it? The developers of Folk Tale
Betawatch: April 20 - 26, 2013
Betawatch: April 20 - 26, 2013:
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Do you want to build an entire functional city? How about a barely functional one? You can do either in Anno Online, which has launched its closed beta test this week. Lunaria Story has started its open beta, and Marvel Heroes is launching a big push to give away keys prior to its launch in June. Long-time
Filed under: Betas, MMO Industry, News Items, Betawatch, Miscellaneous Do you want to build an entire functional city? How about a barely functional one? You can do either in Anno Online, which has launched its closed beta test this week. Lunaria Story has started its open beta, and Marvel Heroes is launching a big push to give away keys prior to its launch in June. Long-time
Cut the Rope: Time Travel Review
Cut the Rope: Time Travel Review:
It's the simplest games, the ones any player of any age can pick up and play, that become App Store sensations. Temple Run, for example. You tap and swipe the
It's the simplest games, the ones any player of any age can pick up and play, that become App Store sensations. Temple Run, for example. You tap and swipe the
Aeria Games Entering Mobile Game Market
Aeria Games Entering Mobile Game Market:
Aeria Games Europe continues to grow in all divisions, particularly in mobile games. The Berlin-based publisher of free-2-play games is announcing new plans for growth
Aeria Games Europe continues to grow in all divisions, particularly in mobile games. The Berlin-based publisher of free-2-play games is announcing new plans for growth
EVE Online: Fanfest News
EVE Online: Fanfest News:
CCP Games has sent out a boatload of announcements from this year's Fanfest. News includes the released of a special edition of EVE Online and the
CCP Games has sent out a boatload of announcements from this year's Fanfest. News includes the released of a special edition of EVE Online and the
MapleStory Season 2 update available in Asia
MapleStory Season 2 update available in Asia:
New patch to be released in segments starting from this week until July 17; features hyper skills and new character classes. Get the full article at GameSpot
New patch to be released in segments starting from this week until July 17; features hyper skills and new character classes. Get the full article at GameSpot
Star Legends: Aftermath- Planet STS.25 Launches
Star Legends: Aftermath- Planet STS.25 Launches:
The latest Star Legends: The Blackstar Chronicles update has been deployed that will feature a level cap increase and tons of new content for players to explore and much
The latest Star Legends: The Blackstar Chronicles update has been deployed that will feature a level cap increase and tons of new content for players to explore and much
Friday, April 26, 2013
Five Tips for Killer First-Time Flow
Five Tips for Killer First-Time Flow:
While getting ready for launch, player testing your title is truly a tough and eye-opening experience. Every. Single. Time. You've constructed all these really simple,
While getting ready for launch, player testing your title is truly a tough and eye-opening experience. Every. Single. Time. You've constructed all these really simple,
Bookworm Heroes (iOS) review
Bookworm Heroes (iOS) review:
Bookworm Heroes is a new iOS release from PopCap. It’s available now as a free download from the App Store, and carries additional in-app purchases. Bookworm
Bookworm Heroes is a new iOS release from PopCap. It’s available now as a free download from the App Store, and carries additional in-app purchases. Bookworm
Transformers Legends Is Now On iOS. Here's How to Play It.
Transformers Legends Is Now On iOS. Here's How to Play It.:
The Android release of Transformers Legends went a long way towards helping me accept the mobile collectible card game genre, easing me into the experience with
The Android release of Transformers Legends went a long way towards helping me accept the mobile collectible card game genre, easing me into the experience with
Phoenix Wright HD iOS Port Delayed Yet Again
Phoenix Wright HD iOS Port Delayed Yet Again:
Remember when we said you'd be able to play HD remakes of the first three Phoenix Wright games on iOS last fall? That never happened. For some reason, Capcom has
Remember when we said you'd be able to play HD remakes of the first three Phoenix Wright games on iOS last fall? That never happened. For some reason, Capcom has
EVE Online store reopens with new products
EVE Online store reopens with new products:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, MMO Industry, Sandbox What better way to express your love for EVE Online than with EVE-branded clothing? OK, well, a tattoo
Filed under: Sci-Fi, EVE Online, MMO Industry, Sandbox What better way to express your love for EVE Online than with EVE-branded clothing? OK, well, a tattoo
Playfirst VP: Recognizable characters key to App Store success
Playfirst VP: Recognizable characters key to App Store success:
Becky Ann Hughes believes only the strong characters survive
Becky Ann Hughes believes only the strong characters survive
Top 5 Reasons to Play Neverwinter
Top 5 Reasons to Play Neverwinter:
It's been a long and winding road for Neverwinter. Since its announcement back in 2010, Neverwinter has survived the sale of its developer, Cryptic Studios, legal
It's been a long and winding road for Neverwinter. Since its announcement back in 2010, Neverwinter has survived the sale of its developer, Cryptic Studios, legal
Vital metrics for tracking freemium users
Vital metrics for tracking freemium users:
Installs look great, but they don't tell you anything useful, argues smartphone developer Bjorn Fant. He shares the crucial stats his studio tracks, and how it interprets
Installs look great, but they don't tell you anything useful, argues smartphone developer Bjorn Fant. He shares the crucial stats his studio tracks, and how it interprets
GungHo’s market cap surges to $9B
GungHo’s market cap surges to $9B:
Game company GungHo Online, the makers of the Japanese juggernaut mobile game Puzzle & Dragons, saw its market cap surge to $9 billion as its stock prices
Game company GungHo Online, the makers of the Japanese juggernaut mobile game Puzzle & Dragons, saw its market cap surge to $9 billion as its stock prices
Arkadium hires EA vet David Elton as new GM
Arkadium hires EA vet David Elton as new GM:
Elton brings experience at EA Canada, EA Blackbox, Microsoft Game Studios and Silicon Knights to new role
Elton brings experience at EA Canada, EA Blackbox, Microsoft Game Studios and Silicon Knights to new role
MicroVolts Springs A New Update
MicroVolts Springs A New Update:
Rock Hippo Productions Ltd. announced today the launch of its latest update – Spring Loaded - for their popular free-to-play cartoon-style third-person shooter,
Rock Hippo Productions Ltd. announced today the launch of its latest update – Spring Loaded - for their popular free-to-play cartoon-style third-person shooter,
General: Exploring MMOtivation
General: Exploring MMOtivation:
One of the things that players love to do in MMOs is play the explorer. There are, however, different types of exploration. What type of explorer are you? Check out Genese
One of the things that players love to do in MMOs is play the explorer. There are, however, different types of exploration. What type of explorer are you? Check out Genese
Monsters pop out of their cards in Hell Invaders
Monsters pop out of their cards in Hell Invaders:
The studio behind the Kickstarter project Akaneiro: Demon Hunters announced a new game today. Hell Invaders (working title)...
The studio behind the Kickstarter project Akaneiro: Demon Hunters announced a new game today. Hell Invaders (working title)...
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Ubisoft poised to make big play on persistent games
Ubisoft poised to make big play on persistent games:
Yannis Mallat looks back on Ubisoft's technical innovations in the last console cycle, pointing to evolving consumer media habits in driving game design. ...
Yannis Mallat looks back on Ubisoft's technical innovations in the last console cycle, pointing to evolving consumer media habits in driving game design. ...
Dragon's Prophet: How To Train Your Dragons
Dragon's Prophet: How To Train Your Dragons:
Dragon's Prophet is getting ready to make a big splash in the MMO-space in the near future as the time for open beta and retail release approaches. We managed to get
Dragon's Prophet is getting ready to make a big splash in the MMO-space in the near future as the time for open beta and retail release approaches. We managed to get
Dragon's Prophet EU Enters Second Closed Beta April 12
Dragon's Prophet EU Enters Second Closed Beta April 12:
With the successful ending of the first Closed Beta Test for Dragon's Prophet, Infernum is glad to announce the second phase of the Closed Beta testing for Dragon’s Prophet Europe will begin tomorrow on the 12th of April. The doors of Auratia will open for all members of the Founders’ Club as soon as the update goes live. Continue reading Dragon's Prophet EU Enters Second Closed Beta April 1
With the successful ending of the first Closed Beta Test for Dragon's Prophet, Infernum is glad to announce the second phase of the Closed Beta testing for Dragon’s Prophet Europe will begin tomorrow on the 12th of April. The doors of Auratia will open for all members of the Founders’ Club as soon as the update goes live. Continue reading Dragon's Prophet EU Enters Second Closed Beta April 1
Nintendo Puts The Miiverse On The Web
Nintendo Puts The Miiverse On The Web:
Nintendo has created a web-accessible version of the Miiverse, the Nintendo social network. The Miiverse was previously only accessible from the Wii U, but now you can
Nintendo has created a web-accessible version of the Miiverse, the Nintendo social network. The Miiverse was previously only accessible from the Wii U, but now you can
Mark Jacobs on the coming F2P apocalypse
Mark Jacobs on the coming F2P apocalypse:
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Interviews, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Crowdfunding, Camelot Unchained Mark Jacobs isn't jumping on
Filed under: Fantasy, Business Models, Interviews, MMO Industry, New Titles, News Items, Free-to-Play, Crowdfunding, Camelot Unchained Mark Jacobs isn't jumping on
Mark Jacobs Talks Camelot Unchained Subscriptions, RvR, and More | Ten Ton Hammer
Mark Jacobs Talks Camelot Unchained Subscriptions, RvR, and More | Ten Ton Hammer:
Mark Jacobs discusses more about Camelot Unchained’s RvR system, player housing, and how many subscriptions will satisfy the investment cost.
Mark Jacobs discusses more about Camelot Unchained’s RvR system, player housing, and how many subscriptions will satisfy the investment cost.
Sheryl Sandberg Claims That, With Smartphones, Mobile Advertising As Important As TV
Sheryl Sandberg Claims That, With Smartphones, Mobile Advertising As Important As TV:
Quicklink Attribution: Fast Company With rumors that Facebook has placed a $1 million price tag on video advertising, Sheryl Sandberg explains just why the social
Quicklink Attribution: Fast Company With rumors that Facebook has placed a $1 million price tag on video advertising, Sheryl Sandberg explains just why the social
Apple sells 37 million iPhones but profits dip in Q1
Apple sells 37 million iPhones but profits dip in Q1:
The company also sold 19.5 million iPads in the quarter, but gross margins fell
The company also sold 19.5 million iPads in the quarter, but gross margins fell
AnyoneGame raises $1 million for Just Sing It
AnyoneGame raises $1 million for Just Sing It:
Mobile karaoke game secures funding after strong early performance
Mobile karaoke game secures funding after strong early performance
More layoffs at EA
More layoffs at EA:
Battlefield, FIFA publisher cuts jobs at India office and Playfish as part of latest stream of layoffs. Electronic Arts has cut more jobs, with the latest layoffs taking place at EA
Battlefield, FIFA publisher cuts jobs at India office and Playfish as part of latest stream of layoffs. Electronic Arts has cut more jobs, with the latest layoffs taking place at EA
EA cuts jobs at customer support center
EA cuts jobs at customer support center:
Battlefield publisher believed to have laid off around 20 staffers from Galway, Ireland, center. Less than a year after Electronic Arts announced it would create 300 new
Battlefield publisher believed to have laid off around 20 staffers from Galway, Ireland, center. Less than a year after Electronic Arts announced it would create 300 new
New, significant layoffs hit Electronic Arts
New, significant layoffs hit Electronic Arts:
UPDATED As Electronic Arts repositions itself to take on the changing video game landscape, the company has confirmed a fresh round of layoffs; sources claim
UPDATED As Electronic Arts repositions itself to take on the changing video game landscape, the company has confirmed a fresh round of layoffs; sources claim
MMO Family: Is it time to regulate MMO cash shops?
MMO Family: Is it time to regulate MMO cash shops?:
Filed under: Business Models, Culture, MMO Industry, Opinion, Kids, MMO Family, Family, Miscellaneous "I want it now!" We're all familiar with that screechy demand by
Filed under: Business Models, Culture, MMO Industry, Opinion, Kids, MMO Family, Family, Miscellaneous "I want it now!" We're all familiar with that screechy demand by
Here's what the UK gov't is asking parents about in-app purchases
Here's what the UK gov't is asking parents about in-app purchases:
The UK-based Office of Fair Trading has released its complete survey, which is aimed at investigating in-app purchases in kids' games. ...
The UK-based Office of Fair Trading has released its complete survey, which is aimed at investigating in-app purchases in kids' games. ...
Office of Fair Trade to investigate f2p mobile and web games
Office of Fair Trade to investigate f2p mobile and web games:
UPDATE: TIGA and UKIE respond to O.F.T.'s concern over children making in-app purchases
UPDATE: TIGA and UKIE respond to O.F.T.'s concern over children making in-app purchases
Winnti hacking group targets online game industry
Winnti hacking group targets online game industry:
Hacking group has committed long-term cyberattacks against online games
Hacking group has committed long-term cyberattacks against online games
The Secret World Gets a New Raid | Ten Ton Hammer
The Secret World Gets a New Raid | Ten Ton Hammer:
Funcom calls TSW players to action in the Island of Stillborn Stars to face the brutal Eidolon of the Outer Dark.
Funcom calls TSW players to action in the Island of Stillborn Stars to face the brutal Eidolon of the Outer Dark.
PlanetSide 2 mobile app guns down office productivity
PlanetSide 2 mobile app guns down office productivity:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Screenshots, PvP, War, Mobile, Hands-On, Miscellaneous, PlanetSide 2 Developing a mobile app to go along with your MMO is so in right now.
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Screenshots, PvP, War, Mobile, Hands-On, Miscellaneous, PlanetSide 2 Developing a mobile app to go along with your MMO is so in right now.
Facebook cozies up to mobile devs
Facebook cozies up to mobile devs:
Facebook pairs the opening of its Mobile Developer Conference with three new and improved development tools. ...
Facebook pairs the opening of its Mobile Developer Conference with three new and improved development tools. ...
Wargaming CEO: Hardware should not constrain the player
Wargaming CEO: Hardware should not constrain the player:
Wargaming CEO Victor Kislyi on putting the company's new resources to work
Wargaming CEO Victor Kislyi on putting the company's new resources to work
As EA bows out, Facebook says games are strong as ever
As EA bows out, Facebook says games are strong as ever:
Electronic Arts made the big decision earlier this week to back away from social games on Facebook. Today, Facebook shared some stats to allay fears that the sky is
Electronic Arts made the big decision earlier this week to back away from social games on Facebook. Today, Facebook shared some stats to allay fears that the sky is
Disney sees Infinity as game platform with "infinite" possibilities
Disney sees Infinity as game platform with "infinite" possibilities:
Bill Roper doesn't rule out one day adding in Marvel or Star Wars characters; he also downplays any similarities to Skylanders
Bill Roper doesn't rule out one day adding in Marvel or Star Wars characters; he also downplays any similarities to Skylanders
CEO Mark Pincus elaborates on Zynga’s transition from web to mobile, announces today’s launch of Draw Something 2
CEO Mark Pincus elaborates on Zynga’s transition from web to mobile, announces today’s launch of Draw Something 2:
In Zynga’s Q1 2013 earnings call, CEO Mark Pincus’ opening statement focused on Zynga’s transition from web to mobile. ”Our next opportunities are clearly on mobile,” he
In Zynga’s Q1 2013 earnings call, CEO Mark Pincus’ opening statement focused on Zynga’s transition from web to mobile. ”Our next opportunities are clearly on mobile,” he
Zynga’s earnings report for Q1 2013 shows $263.5M in revenue, $4.1M gain
Zynga’s earnings report for Q1 2013 shows $263.5M in revenue, $4.1M gain:
Today, Zynga reported it made $263.5 million in revenue, with $229.8 million in bookings for Q1 2013. In terms of revenue, that’s flat year-over-year while bookings
Today, Zynga reported it made $263.5 million in revenue, with $229.8 million in bookings for Q1 2013. In terms of revenue, that’s flat year-over-year while bookings
Zynga's bet on midcore, real-money gaming could be a win
Zynga's bet on midcore, real-money gaming could be a win:
Profitable, but smaller, Zynga is aiming to turn its business around with new games, midcore, mobile, and real-money gaming
Profitable, but smaller, Zynga is aiming to turn its business around with new games, midcore, mobile, and real-money gaming
The Next Xbox Will Be Revealed On May 21
The Next Xbox Will Be Revealed On May 21:
The next Xbox will be unveiled in late May, Microsoft has just confirmed. This is the first time the company has officially acknowledged their next-generation gaming
The next Xbox will be unveiled in late May, Microsoft has just confirmed. This is the first time the company has officially acknowledged their next-generation gaming
The 160 year old social gaming company
The 160 year old social gaming company:
Updating the traditional board game, Dutch style
Updating the traditional board game, Dutch style
Turbine Announces Helm's Deep Expansion for LOTRO | Ten Ton Hammer
Turbine Announces Helm's Deep Expansion for LOTRO | Ten Ton Hammer:
Muster the Rohirrim! The fight for Middle-Earth heads to the western plains of Rohan and Helm’s Deep this fall.
Muster the Rohirrim! The fight for Middle-Earth heads to the western plains of Rohan and Helm’s Deep this fall.
Play the Newly Revamped Forge for Free This Week | Ten Ton Hammer
Play the Newly Revamped Forge for Free This Week | Ten Ton Hammer:
Forge’s new revamp update goes live and you can play it on Steam through Sunday for free or buy it for 75% off.
Forge’s new revamp update goes live and you can play it on Steam through Sunday for free or buy it for 75% off.
IDC expects paying mobile gamers to pass paying handheld gamers this year
IDC expects paying mobile gamers to pass paying handheld gamers this year:
Smartphone and tablet gamers are ready to shell out some money in 2013 and beyond
Smartphone and tablet gamers are ready to shell out some money in 2013 and beyond
Zynga's Draw Something 2 launches globally early this morning, adding much-needed social features, n
Zynga's Draw Something 2 launches globally early this morning, adding much-needed social features, n:
Zynga's Draw Something 2 launches globally early this morning, adding much-needed social features, new drawing tools and a personal gallery to the original mobile
Zynga's Draw Something 2 launches globally early this morning, adding much-needed social features, new drawing tools and a personal gallery to the original mobile
DCUO Launches GU25 Update with Origin Crisis Teaser | Ten Ton Hammer
DCUO Launches GU25 Update with Origin Crisis Teaser | Ten Ton Hammer:
Poison Ivy returns for DCUO’s latest update with new boss battles and a teaser mission for the upcoming Origin Crisis DLC.
Poison Ivy returns for DCUO’s latest update with new boss battles and a teaser mission for the upcoming Origin Crisis DLC.
Jens Andersen reveals DCUO's Origin Crisis DLC
Jens Andersen reveals DCUO's Origin Crisis DLC:
Filed under: Super-hero, Interviews, Patches, Free-to-Play, Events (Massively's Coverage), DC Universe Online Although he's been dropping hints and teasing fans
Filed under: Super-hero, Interviews, Patches, Free-to-Play, Events (Massively's Coverage), DC Universe Online Although he's been dropping hints and teasing fans
Coca-Cola Goes Full Digital In Multisite Campaign To Reach Teens
Coca-Cola Goes Full Digital In Multisite Campaign To Reach Teens:
Created by Wieden+Kennedy Portland, "The Ahh Effect" campaign is made of easily digestible, mobile-friendly bits of content designed to amuse a target audience
Created by Wieden+Kennedy Portland, "The Ahh Effect" campaign is made of easily digestible, mobile-friendly bits of content designed to amuse a target audience
Report: EA Shutting Down Its "Partners" Label
Report: EA Shutting Down Its "Partners" Label:
Game Informer is reporting that Electronic Arts will soon be closing down its "EA Partners" label, a program that saw the publishing giant release games from
Game Informer is reporting that Electronic Arts will soon be closing down its "EA Partners" label, a program that saw the publishing giant release games from
PATI Games - Korean Mobile Studio Prepares to Invest and Head West
PATI Games - Korean Mobile Studio Prepares to Invest and Head West:
This is PATI Games, which was established just 3 years ago, but already with several mobile hits such as ILoveCoffee throughout 4 Asian countries. The game already has
This is PATI Games, which was established just 3 years ago, but already with several mobile hits such as ILoveCoffee throughout 4 Asian countries. The game already has
Flameseeker Chronicles: April's Guild Wars 2 patch brings custom arenas, spectator mode, and a living story dungeon
Flameseeker Chronicles: April's Guild Wars 2 patch brings custom arenas, spectator mode, and a living story dungeon:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Patches, Previews, PvP, News Items, PvE, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles,
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Events (In-Game), Game Mechanics, Patches, Previews, PvP, News Items, PvE, Guild Wars 2, Flameseeker Chronicles,
Ted Price aiming to offer "something fresh" among a "sea of sequels"
Ted Price aiming to offer "something fresh" among a "sea of sequels":
Insomniac boss not worried about launching new IP at end of console cycle, says gamers have been playing the same games for last 6 years
Insomniac boss not worried about launching new IP at end of console cycle, says gamers have been playing the same games for last 6 years
EA: "Gaming isn't mass market yet"
EA: "Gaming isn't mass market yet":
CCO Richard Hilleman on the huge opportunity presented by connected TV, and why Apple may not win the front room
CCO Richard Hilleman on the huge opportunity presented by connected TV, and why Apple may not win the front room
Ship just got real: Leviathan Warships seduces you with one of the best trailers ever
Ship just got real: Leviathan Warships seduces you with one of the best trailers ever:
In this work-a-day world, do you find that modern video game trailers just move too fast? Do you wish they would take it...
In this work-a-day world, do you find that modern video game trailers just move too fast? Do you wish they would take it...
Mobile "just too scary" for indies, says Spelunky dev
Mobile "just too scary" for indies, says Spelunky dev:
Derek Yu notes even great games can tank on iOS and Android, welcomes growing competition on PCs, consoles
Derek Yu notes even great games can tank on iOS and Android, welcomes growing competition on PCs, consoles
From the Makers of Most of Aliens: Colonial Marines Comes a Much Cooler Shooter
From the Makers of Most of Aliens: Colonial Marines Comes a Much Cooler Shooter:
TimeGate, the studio Gearbox tapped to complete the neglected Aliens: Colonial Marines, turns its attention from making the majority of another company's game to
TimeGate, the studio Gearbox tapped to complete the neglected Aliens: Colonial Marines, turns its attention from making the majority of another company's game to
Sony Online collaborating with Storybricks on Everquest Next
Sony Online collaborating with Storybricks on Everquest Next:
The story-driven toolset will be a part of SOE's new Everquest
The story-driven toolset will be a part of SOE's new Everquest
Watch Arrow on The CW app for Xbox 360 without cable subscription
Watch Arrow on The CW app for Xbox 360 without cable subscription:
Major Nelson announced through his blog that you can now watch shows like Arrow, Beauty & the Beast, The Vampire...
Major Nelson announced through his blog that you can now watch shows like Arrow, Beauty & the Beast, The Vampire...
Brian Fargo: We no longer have to answer to the Walmart buyer
Brian Fargo: We no longer have to answer to the Walmart buyer:
The head of InXile talks about the big advantages of crowdfunding, eliminating gatekeepers, cooperating with Obsidian and more
The head of InXile talks about the big advantages of crowdfunding, eliminating gatekeepers, cooperating with Obsidian and more
World of Tanks' 8.5 patch expands armor roster, adds premium features for free players
World of Tanks' 8.5 patch expands armor roster, adds premium features for free players:
Filed under: Historical, Trailers, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, Patches, PvP, News Items, War, Free-to-Play, World of Tanks World of Tanks' 8.5 update is here,
Filed under: Historical, Trailers, Video, Game Mechanics, MMO Industry, Patches, PvP, News Items, War, Free-to-Play, World of Tanks World of Tanks' 8.5 update is here,
Activision pledges 'unique' Call of Duty games for mobile
Activision pledges 'unique' Call of Duty games for mobile:
Publisher says past games for mobile and tablets only "okay"; future titles will focus on bringing "grandiose" experiences to portables. Future Call of Duty games for
Publisher says past games for mobile and tablets only "okay"; future titles will focus on bringing "grandiose" experiences to portables. Future Call of Duty games for
Unity drops Flash support, says Adobe is not firmly committed
Unity drops Flash support, says Adobe is not firmly committed:
The popular game development platform Unity will no longer invest in Adobe's Flash, as the company says that it does not believe that the future is certain for Flash. ...
The popular game development platform Unity will no longer invest in Adobe's Flash, as the company says that it does not believe that the future is certain for Flash. ...
How to gather and best use player feedback
How to gather and best use player feedback:
Getting player feedback is easy, but how do you gather useful data and then interpret it? Here's a guide to creating a player survey and interpreting the results. ...
Getting player feedback is easy, but how do you gather useful data and then interpret it? Here's a guide to creating a player survey and interpreting the results. ...
You Are Not Prepared For the Glory of Robot Unicorn Attack 2
You Are Not Prepared For the Glory of Robot Unicorn Attack 2:
There was a time when rainbows and unicorns were the stuff of legend, relegated to the highest of high fantasy and the cheapest of female-targeted school
There was a time when rainbows and unicorns were the stuff of legend, relegated to the highest of high fantasy and the cheapest of female-targeted school
General: Divergence Online Part II
General: Divergence Online Part II:
This week's Independency continues the interview Lisa Jonte conducted with Divergence Online creator, Ethan Casner. Find out what more he's willing to reveal
This week's Independency continues the interview Lisa Jonte conducted with Divergence Online creator, Ethan Casner. Find out what more he's willing to reveal
Ragnarok Online 2 Announces May 1st for Commercial Launch
Ragnarok Online 2 Announces May 1st for Commercial Launch:
WarpPortal yesterday announced their commercial launch date for the sequel to their world-renown title Ragnarok Online, Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second,
WarpPortal yesterday announced their commercial launch date for the sequel to their world-renown title Ragnarok Online, Ragnarok Online 2: Legend of the Second,
Chrono Tales New Server and New Systems to Come
Chrono Tales New Server and New Systems to Come:
Chrono Tales update just added Transmogrification function: to exchange the icon and appearance of an equipment with those of another equipment while the
Chrono Tales update just added Transmogrification function: to exchange the icon and appearance of an equipment with those of another equipment while the
Everything We Know About The Next Xbox
Everything We Know About The Next Xbox:
May 21. That's the day that Microsoft will, finally, put an end to all the rumours and speculation and heresay and whispers about the successor to the Xbox 360 and
May 21. That's the day that Microsoft will, finally, put an end to all the rumours and speculation and heresay and whispers about the successor to the Xbox 360 and
Darkfall: Unholy Wars: Review In Progress #1
Darkfall: Unholy Wars: Review In Progress #1:
Darkfall: Unholy Wars launched last week after several additional months of development. Promising to be hardcore and a true sandbox, players have been flocking
Darkfall: Unholy Wars launched last week after several additional months of development. Promising to be hardcore and a true sandbox, players have been flocking
General: Legacy of a Thousand Suns Now on iOS Devices
General: Legacy of a Thousand Suns Now on iOS Devices:
Facebook players will recognize the title "Legacy of a Thousand Suns". The game has now been released for iOS devices and will be released for Android devices in the
Facebook players will recognize the title "Legacy of a Thousand Suns". The game has now been released for iOS devices and will be released for Android devices in the
Farm Heroes Saga takes the top spot among this week’s fastest-growing Facebook games by DAU
Farm Heroes Saga takes the top spot among this week’s fastest-growing Facebook games by DAU:
King seems to have another hit on their hands, with their new match-3 title Farm Heroes Saga taking the top spot among this week’s fastest-growing Facebook games by
King seems to have another hit on their hands, with their new match-3 title Farm Heroes Saga taking the top spot among this week’s fastest-growing Facebook games by
Up to 60 jobs go at German online games company Travian
Up to 60 jobs go at German online games company Travian:
Browser games operator restructures with job losses
Browser games operator restructures with job losses
PlayStation 4: The complete tech breakdown from Mark Cerny
PlayStation 4: The complete tech breakdown from Mark Cerny:
Mark Cerny, lead system architect for the PS4, lays out precisely what the system is capable of and exactly how and why his team designed it that way, in this extensive
Mark Cerny, lead system architect for the PS4, lays out precisely what the system is capable of and exactly how and why his team designed it that way, in this extensive
Apple sets date of June 10 for WWDC 2013
Apple sets date of June 10 for WWDC 2013:
Tickets for five day San Francisco event on sale April 25
Tickets for five day San Francisco event on sale April 25
Cabal 2 Received 4th Major Update "Black Waves"
Cabal 2 Received 4th Major Update "Black Waves":
The Cabal 2 KR server gets it's brand new update on the 23rd, the content update named Black Waves update is the 4th major update for Cabal 2, now it's time for us to
The Cabal 2 KR server gets it's brand new update on the 23rd, the content update named Black Waves update is the 4th major update for Cabal 2, now it's time for us to
First Impressions: Final Fantasy XIV's beta phase 1 and 2
First Impressions: Final Fantasy XIV's beta phase 1 and 2:
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Consoles, First Impressions, Final Fantasy XIV I'm going to completely fail to surprise any longtime
Filed under: Betas, Fantasy, Game Mechanics, Opinion, Consoles, First Impressions, Final Fantasy XIV I'm going to completely fail to surprise any longtime
MANUGANU Review
MANUGANU Review:
Gamezebo Rating: TV Tropes defines Master Higgins Syndrome (named after the protagonist of the Adventure Island series) as an in-game compulsion to consume or
Gamezebo Rating: TV Tropes defines Master Higgins Syndrome (named after the protagonist of the Adventure Island series) as an in-game compulsion to consume or
Laboratz review
Laboratz review:
Laboratz is a Facebook game from French developer Adictiz. It’s available now for anyone to play on the social network, and showed up as the No. 2 emerging
Laboratz is a Facebook game from French developer Adictiz. It’s available now for anyone to play on the social network, and showed up as the No. 2 emerging
New iOS Games Tonight: Robot Unicorn Attack 2, House of the Dead Overkill: The Lost Reels and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Robot Unicorn Attack 2, House of the Dead Overkill: The Lost Reels and more!:
I know I say it every time, but this is a super awesome week for iOS games. In fact, it’s probably one of the best we’ve seen so far in 2013! Don’t believe me? Just take a
I know I say it every time, but this is a super awesome week for iOS games. In fact, it’s probably one of the best we’ve seen so far in 2013! Don’t believe me? Just take a
Warhammer Online's Keaven Freeman leaves Mythic
Warhammer Online's Keaven Freeman leaves Mythic:
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, PvP, Warhammer Online, Subscription Lead Developer Keaven Freeman is no longer heading up Warhammer Online. Freeman
Filed under: Fantasy, MMO Industry, PvP, Warhammer Online, Subscription Lead Developer Keaven Freeman is no longer heading up Warhammer Online. Freeman
Contra Evolution might be released outside of China
Contra Evolution might be released outside of China:
When Contra Evolution was first discovered, it was a China-exclusive iOS game that appeared, based on screenshots and gameplay videos, to be a remake of the
When Contra Evolution was first discovered, it was a China-exclusive iOS game that appeared, based on screenshots and gameplay videos, to be a remake of the
How Western games perform in China's Android app stores
How Western games perform in China's Android app stores:
Yodo1 CEO Henry Fong provides a detailed breakdown of just how Western games perform in China Telecom's app store -- with stats and data to help you take on that
Yodo1 CEO Henry Fong provides a detailed breakdown of just how Western games perform in China Telecom's app store -- with stats and data to help you take on that
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
King taps tech industry veteran Robert Cohn as a new member of its board of directors
King taps tech industry veteran Robert Cohn as a new member of its board of directors:
Game company King today announce that it’s adding tech industry veteran and former co-founder and CEO of voice mail supplier Octel Communications Robert Cohn to its
Game company King today announce that it’s adding tech industry veteran and former co-founder and CEO of voice mail supplier Octel Communications Robert Cohn to its
Social games' decline is holding digital market back - report
Social games' decline is holding digital market back - report:
Although March saw strong sales of downloadable titles, DLC and mobile games in the U.S., the overall digital sales market was offset by the decline in social
Although March saw strong sales of downloadable titles, DLC and mobile games in the U.S., the overall digital sales market was offset by the decline in social
Eldevin: Closed Beta Key Handout!
Eldevin: Closed Beta Key Handout!:
MMORPG.com has been given beta access keys for the new browser based MMORPG from Hunted Cow Studios - Eldevin! Set in the Eldevin Kingdom and with a story based
MMORPG.com has been given beta access keys for the new browser based MMORPG from Hunted Cow Studios - Eldevin! Set in the Eldevin Kingdom and with a story based
UFO Online: More Beta Keys!
UFO Online: More Beta Keys!:
Yesterday we setup 500 keys for the closed beta of UFO Online and they were gone in just a few hours. Today we scored an additional 5,000 keys for our readers. Get
Yesterday we setup 500 keys for the closed beta of UFO Online and they were gone in just a few hours. Today we scored an additional 5,000 keys for our readers. Get
Anno Online goes into closed beta
Anno Online goes into closed beta:
Filed under: Betas, Trailers, Video, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Browser, MMORTS City-builders rejoice, for Anno Online has gone into closed beta for its English version. The
Filed under: Betas, Trailers, Video, New Titles, Free-to-Play, Browser, MMORTS City-builders rejoice, for Anno Online has gone into closed beta for its English version. The
Xbox 360 owners get Pizza Hut ordering app
Xbox 360 owners get Pizza Hut ordering app:
Customers in North America can now use Kinect to order pizza. Microsoft and Pizza Hut have launched Pizza Hut for Xbox, an app that allows customers to tailor and
Customers in North America can now use Kinect to order pizza. Microsoft and Pizza Hut have launched Pizza Hut for Xbox, an app that allows customers to tailor and
Don’t Forget These Five Things About App Store Economics
Don’t Forget These Five Things About App Store Economics:
We weren't at the conference that Martin Pasquier talks about in this post, but it seems this Singapore-based social media marketer took away a few good pointers: On
We weren't at the conference that Martin Pasquier talks about in this post, but it seems this Singapore-based social media marketer took away a few good pointers: On
Conquer Online: New PvP Arena Gives Everyone the Chance to Win!
Conquer Online: New PvP Arena Gives Everyone the Chance to Win!:
The combat-oriented MMORPG Conquer Online has expanded its PvP action, yet again! This time, by adding a brand new match mode – the Champion’s
The combat-oriented MMORPG Conquer Online has expanded its PvP action, yet again! This time, by adding a brand new match mode – the Champion’s
Get Your Admission to ChinaJoy 2013 Conference and BTOB Events
Get Your Admission to ChinaJoy 2013 Conference and BTOB Events:
The China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference (hereafter referred to as "ChinaJoy") will be held at Shanghai New International Expo Center on July 25-28,
The China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference (hereafter referred to as "ChinaJoy") will be held at Shanghai New International Expo Center on July 25-28,
Concept Artists Want To Make Their Own Video Game
Concept Artists Want To Make Their Own Video Game:
No doubt tired of doing work for other people's games, British art studio Atomhawk has announced plans to develop a game of their own.Read more...
No doubt tired of doing work for other people's games, British art studio Atomhawk has announced plans to develop a game of their own.Read more...
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Drops a Brand New Gameplay Trailer
The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Drops a Brand New Gameplay Trailer:
Today, Ubisoft unveiled the first gameplay trailer for The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot. Developed by Ubisoft Montreal, the game puts players in an outrageous medieval fantasy world called Opulencia where
Today, Ubisoft unveiled the first gameplay trailer for The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot. Developed by Ubisoft Montreal, the game puts players in an outrageous medieval fantasy world called Opulencia where
Zenimax Talks PvP & Roleplaying in New TESO Ask Us Anything | Ten Ton Hammer
Zenimax Talks PvP & Roleplaying in New TESO Ask Us Anything | Ten Ton Hammer:
PvP mechanics and potential locations for roleplaying are two of the things you’ll find in this week’s update for The Elder Scrolls Online.
PvP mechanics and potential locations for roleplaying are two of the things you’ll find in this week’s update for The Elder Scrolls Online.
Zenimax Details the Creation of TESO’s Ogrim, More Beta Invites Incoming | Ten Ton Hammer
Zenimax Details the Creation of TESO’s Ogrim, More Beta Invites Incoming | Ten Ton Hammer:
The Zenimax team goes behind the scenes of creating TESO’s ogrim and sends out another wave of beta invitations.
The Zenimax team goes behind the scenes of creating TESO’s ogrim and sends out another wave of beta invitations.
Shadowrun Returns will be released in June
Shadowrun Returns will be released in June:
Anyone interested in the $75 Collector's Edition will need to preorder it by April 28. Kickstarter success Shadowrun Returns will be released in June, developer Harebrained Schemes has announced. The game will be distributed through Steam--all backers of the Kickstarter project will receive a Shadowrun Returns Steam key--and
Anyone interested in the $75 Collector's Edition will need to preorder it by April 28. Kickstarter success Shadowrun Returns will be released in June, developer Harebrained Schemes has announced. The game will be distributed through Steam--all backers of the Kickstarter project will receive a Shadowrun Returns Steam key--and
War Thunder One Step Closer to Launch
War Thunder One Step Closer to Launch:
Gaijin Entertainment, developer and publisher of the military MMO game War Thunder, announced that the game has been updated to version 1.29, receiving a
Gaijin Entertainment, developer and publisher of the military MMO game War Thunder, announced that the game has been updated to version 1.29, receiving a
Razer Connects Gamers with New Free Chat System | Ten Ton Hammer
Razer Connects Gamers with New Free Chat System | Ten Ton Hammer:
Move over Ventrilo and TeamSpeak, Razer has announced Razer Comms, a new free communication system with VoIP, IRC-chat, and Instant Messenger support designed
Move over Ventrilo and TeamSpeak, Razer has announced Razer Comms, a new free communication system with VoIP, IRC-chat, and Instant Messenger support designed
Satoru Iwata named Nintendo of America CEO
Satoru Iwata named Nintendo of America CEO:
As part of Nintendo's plans to boost profits in the current fiscal year, the company today announced that its global president Satoru Iwata will take up an additional role as CEO
As part of Nintendo's plans to boost profits in the current fiscal year, the company today announced that its global president Satoru Iwata will take up an additional role as CEO
Massively's Darkfall launch week diary: Day three and recap
Massively's Darkfall launch week diary: Day three and recap:
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Sandbox, Crafting,
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Sandbox, Crafting,
Massively's Darkfall launch week diary: Day two
Massively's Darkfall launch week diary: Day two:
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Sandbox I'm doing Darkfall
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Sandbox I'm doing Darkfall
Massively's Darkfall launch week diary: Day one
Massively's Darkfall launch week diary: Day one:
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Sandbox Darkfall Unholy
Filed under: Fantasy, Darkfall, Game Mechanics, Launches, MMO Industry, New Titles, PvP, PvE, Opinion, Hands-On, First Impressions, Sandbox Darkfall Unholy
Darkfall Unholy Wars is Now Available
Darkfall Unholy Wars is Now Available:
Aventurine S.A today announced that the sequel for the innovative PvP MMORPG Darkfall Online, Darkfall Unholy Wars, is now available to players via digital
Aventurine S.A today announced that the sequel for the innovative PvP MMORPG Darkfall Online, Darkfall Unholy Wars, is now available to players via digital
Namco Bandai opening Vancouver and Singapore offices in June
Namco Bandai opening Vancouver and Singapore offices in June:
Studios to focus on creating games for respective regions. Namco Bandai has announced that it will be opening game development studios in Vancouver and
Studios to focus on creating games for respective regions. Namco Bandai has announced that it will be opening game development studios in Vancouver and
WildStar: Patch Notes Leaked by Tester Then Shared by Carbine
WildStar: Patch Notes Leaked by Tester Then Shared by Carbine:
A current, though probably now former, WildStar beta tester opted to leak patch notes for the game that is currently in its closed beta phase. As a result, Carbine
A current, though probably now former, WildStar beta tester opted to leak patch notes for the game that is currently in its closed beta phase. As a result, Carbine
LotRO hands out daily 'Hobbit presents'
LotRO hands out daily 'Hobbit presents':
Filed under: Fantasy, Lord of the Rings Online, Patches, Free-to-Play, Giveaways Hobbits love getting gifts, and Turbine loves players being in its game, so now everyone
Filed under: Fantasy, Lord of the Rings Online, Patches, Free-to-Play, Giveaways Hobbits love getting gifts, and Turbine loves players being in its game, so now everyone
Chartboost opens international office in Europe
Chartboost opens international office in Europe:
Ilja Goossens will lead the new Amsterdam office
Ilja Goossens will lead the new Amsterdam office
Ragnarok Online 2 New Screenshots and Videos
Ragnarok Online 2 New Screenshots and Videos:
With the end of the Open Beta for Ragnarok Online 2, the team are aiming for a May 1st release of the official game. Now check out the new screenshots and videos below and
With the end of the Open Beta for Ragnarok Online 2, the team are aiming for a May 1st release of the official game. Now check out the new screenshots and videos below and
Darksiders Gets Bought By…Nordic Games? THQ's Other Games Sold Off Too
Darksiders Gets Bought By…Nordic Games? THQ's Other Games Sold Off Too:
The auctions following the closure of former publisher THQ are over. Homeworld, for example, was bought by Gearbox Software—as we learned earlier today. That's not all,
The auctions following the closure of former publisher THQ are over. Homeworld, for example, was bought by Gearbox Software—as we learned earlier today. That's not all,
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