Electronic Arts commits $80 million to next-gen console development
In a call with investment analysts today, Electronic Arts chief executive John Riccitiello reported that his company is investing $80 million in what he...
Journey designer: PlayStation Network players “more likely to be interested in artistic games” than 360 or Wii
Journey lead designer Jenova Chen told GamesBeat why he prefers working with Sony. It has everything to do with the audience that he wishes to reach with his work.
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The DeanBeat: Don’t ya wish these fantasy game consoles were coming?
With a month to go before this year’s Electronic Entertainment Expo video game trade show (E3), rumors are surfacing about next-generation console announcements. We’re...
Nintendo ends its apathy toward online-services
For years, Nintendo has famously flaked out regarding its online support. After suffering its first annual loss, and under pressure from Apple, that disinterest may have finally given way.
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Leaked Rayman Legends trailer shows NFC tech in action on Wii U (updated)
A trailer for the game Rayman Legends has leaked, demonstrating use of the Wii U’s tablet-like controller, and showing how real world objects can be linked with games on Nintendo’s upcoming console.
Nintendo CEO Iwata: No Wii U pricing at E3; digital downloads coming to 3DS and Wii U
During a financial results briefing today, Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata announced that the company will not be revealing pricing for its upcoming Wii U console at next month's Electronic Entertainment Expo and outlined a new digital distribution model.
Nintendo posts fiscal year loss and expects to return to profitability
Nintendo reported today that it had a loss in the fourth fiscal quarter ending March 31. This was its first annual operating loss in...
Nintendo announces 3DS folders, new Animal Crossing, and New Super Mario Bros. 2
Nintendo announced an upcoming firmware update and a number of games coming soon for the 3DS in the latest installment of its every-once-in-a-while Nintendo Direct video briefing tonight.