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Sony changes their image
Gaming

Sony changes their image

Sony changes image and replaces the Playstation Network and Store with a single entity: the Sony Entertainment Network.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jan 2013

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GTA V release date revealed
Gaming

GTA V release date revealed

After months of waiting we finally have a release date for Grand Theft Auto V, unfortunately it means we now have even more months of waiting.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2013
Console sales figures released...
Gaming

Console sales figures released...

Sales figures for consoles and handhelds are in, and they're pretty much exactly as expected in an all too predictable end to the seventh generation of gaming.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2013
Lightning strikes twice with return
Gaming

Lightning strikes twice with return

You'll be glad to hear that Square Enix has just dropped a large chunk of knowledge about the next instalment.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Jan 2013
Rockstar reveals GTA V details
Gaming

Rockstar reveals GTA V details

An interview with Rockstar's Dan Houser has revealed further details about much anticipated crime simulator Grand Theft Auto V.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Sony fined over major hacking scandal
Gaming

Sony fined over major hacking scandal

Sony faces a £250k fine for the 2011 PlayStation Network hack, exposing millions of users. ICO deems the security measures inadequate.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013
China develops gaming weaponry
Gaming

China develops gaming weaponry

Abandoning its censorship policy on video games, the Chinese government has instead poured millions of dollars into developing its own piece of gaming weaponry.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013
Black Ops 2 drops dinosaur hint
Gaming

Black Ops 2 drops dinosaur hint

Treyarch's hint at dinosaurs in an upcoming Black Ops 2 update has gamers buzzing - will Jurassic giants roam the battlefield?.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
Sony set to go second in next-gen release
Gaming

Sony set to go second in next-gen release

Sony's CEO hints they'll launch the PS4 after Xbox, focusing on quality over speed in the next-gen console race.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
Bioshock Infinite gets the thumbs up
Gaming

Bioshock Infinite gets the thumbs up

Bioshock Infinite soars in early gameplay, promising stunning visuals, thrilling action, and a mysterious sky-high adventure.

By Brendan Kelly • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jan 2013
Zombie complaints come in droves
Gaming

Zombie complaints come in droves

An especially gruesome special edition has offended some people and forced an especially official apology. Special.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jan 2013
New theory for video game violence
Gaming

New theory for video game violence

A US conspiracy theorist has come up with some new ideas about video game violence, saying the Pentagon is to blame.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jan 2013
Microsoft and Sony set for console launch?
Gaming

Microsoft and Sony set for console launch?

A new report from a reputable gaming magazine claims Sony and Microsoft will announce new consoles around March sometime.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jan 2013
Ambitious Cyberpunk 2077 set for launch?
Gaming

Ambitious Cyberpunk 2077 set for launch?

An extremely interesting upcoming video-game from the makers of the Witcher looks to be one of the most ambitious games of all time.

By Brendan Kelly • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Jan 2013
EA set to buy THQ?
Gaming

EA set to buy THQ?

If you aren't a big fan of Electronic Arts and were really looking forward to some upcoming THQ titles, you might not want to read on.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jan 2013
Sony switches off PS2 for last time
Gaming

Sony switches off PS2 for last time

Sony fans worldwide mourn as production of the Playstation 2 comes to an end after 12 years, selling 150 million units. #gaming.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Jan 2013
Pokemon Rainbow rumours gathering pace
Gaming

Pokemon Rainbow rumours gathering pace

A recently announced Pokemon Nintendo Direct could indicate a new upcoming title in the series, and speculation has already arisen about the unannounced game.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Jan 2013
Troubled THQ attracting interest
Gaming

Troubled THQ attracting interest

The future of THQ is anything but certain, with five potential buyers expressing an interest in purchasing the financially troubled company.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Jan 2013