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2008 – a year to remember?

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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New Zealand is undergoing a digital revolution, with a growing weightless industry and investment in infrastructure.
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GRID – Xbox 360

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GRID emerges as a stunning balance of racing styles on Xbox 360, blending arcade thrill with SIM depth to potentially claim the year's top racing title.
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TopSpin 3 – Xbox 360

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Tennis games certainly have come a long way since their humble beginning as Pong, the world's first video game on Atari back in 1972.
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3G iPHONE: APPLE'S BIG PUSH

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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BY THE TIME YOU READ THIS, YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO purchase the new 3G iPhone – or at   least stand in line for one.
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Malware fight is failing report

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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International cooperation is needed to combat malware, as a report from the OECD reveals that the current response doesn't work.
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Future Computing

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Computing's future sees PCs vanish into a cloud, revolutionising data storage and access, making technology ubiquitous and intuitive.
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KIDS IN THE KITCHEN

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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JAMIE Oliver's blackberry and apple pie caught the eye of Yuri (11)when he was watching TV, so he decided to look or the recipe.
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CIVILIZATION REVOLUTION

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Sid Meier revitalises strategy gaming with Civilization Revolution, a console-friendly epic where players guide ancient peoples to supremacy by 2050.
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Echochrome – PSN

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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In reviewing Echochrome for the PSN last month, I hailed the game as a good concept, presented superbly and deserving of attention of gamers everywhere.
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The Legend of Spyro: A New Beginning – XBLA

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Spyro flies onto Xbox Live with The Legend of Spyro: A New Beginning, but nostalgia struggles to ignite amid gameplay tedium and uninspired plot.
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Spore Creature Creator – PC

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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With the pending release of Spore, Will Wright and Maxis have given us a taste of things to come with Spore Creature Creator.
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Metal Gear Solid 4 – PS3

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Metal Gear Solid 4 redefines gaming, with Hideo Kojima's vision leading to a masterpiece where old age and stealth coexist.
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Guitar Hero: On Tour – DS

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Guitar Hero: On Tour brings the rock legend to DS, with impressive playability despite some physical challenges.
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Ninja Gaiden II – Xbox 360

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Ninja Gaiden II on Xbox 360, rated R18 for graphic violence, raises questions on media's perception of game violence compared to GTA IV.
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A Timely Perspective

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Intel celebrates its 40th anniversary with insights from 20-year veteran Graham Tucker, reflecting on the tech revolution and future trends in computing.
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Buzz Quiz TV – PS3

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Buzz Quiz TV on PS3 might lack the dazzle of its PS2 heyday, but its online universe promises endless quiz fun for fans.
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– Track design feature restricted to NDS

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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When I first heard about Battlefield: Bad Company, I was already a seasoned veteran of Call of Duty 4 on the Xbox 360.
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Speed Racer – Wii

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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Speed Racer on Wii spins out despite vibrant tracks and star voices, let down by poor multiplayer and a weak storyline. Will its legacy outpace critics?.
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Game Masterpiece – Phantasy Star 2

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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A year away from celebrating its 20th anniversary, Phantasy Star 2 is one of the first and best examples of a brilliant role-playing game.
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Game Masterpiece – Final Fantasy VII

Fri, 1st Aug 2008
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If there's one game that stands out above all others when considering the history and popularity of the role-playing genre, that game is Final Fantasy VII.