Chinese game industry to hit $5.8B in 2011 thanks to social game growth
The Chinese game industry is expected to grow 21 percent to $5.8 billion in 2011, thanks to continued growth of the social game market,...
EA delays major game Mass Effect 3 until 2012
Electronic Arts said today it is delaying its major video game Mass Effect 3 until 2012. The game is one of the most anticipated...
Sony blames hacktivist group Anonymous for Playstation Network intrusion
File this one under “things not to do when dealing with massive network outages.” Sony has kicked the hornet’s nest today by blaming Anonymous,...
News Blips: Sony-pocalypse continues, Ubisoft in the film biz, L.A. Noire short stories, and more
Apparently, a previously unknown Sony Online Entertainment (SOE) account feature is a complimentary bullseye paintjob and a strobing "Hijack Me" sign emblazoned across the data. News...
Nintendo confirms it will cut Wii price to $149 and reduces some games to $19.99
In an attempt to revive sales, Nintendo said it will cut the price of its Wii video game console to $149.99 on May 15...
Video Blips: Brink, The Witcher 2, Dirt 3, and more
Creating a cleanly designed interface system is one of the most important aspects of a successful shooter. Also, it needs copious amounts of bloom...
How the hype machine destroys hype
Though I’d rather not admit it, I’m a man who’s not entirely immune to hype. Last year alone I attended four midnight releases. In...
Nexon America grows 59 percent in Q1
Nexon America said it has grown its revenues 59 percent the first quarter from a year ago as the company’s free-to-play online games continue...
Why in-app billing doesn’t solve all of Android Market’s problems
Google’s recent launch of in-app billing in the Android Market gives app developers a way to make more money by letting them sell digital...
Kabam’s Global Warfare takes a step up in hardcore Facebook gaming
Fast-growing social game maker Kabam launched its Global Warfare game today as it continues to pursue the emerging market for hardcore gamers on Facebook....