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SimCity sees light at the end of the tunnel
Gaming

SimCity sees light at the end of the tunnel

EA's rocky SimCity saga nears an end as Maxis GM reports a dramatic drop in game crashes, drawing mixed reactions from fans.

By Brendan Kelly • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2013
Sim City struggles with server problems
Gaming

Sim City struggles with server problems

Many gamers have been looking forward to Sim City for months, a sequel to a game that for many is iconic an nostalgic.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2013
EA offers next-gen strategies
Gaming

EA offers next-gen strategies

In a revealing press conference, Electronic Arts has divulged some of the strategies they'll implement in developing for next-generation consoles.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Feb 2013
EA: Money talks
Gaming

EA: Money talks

The man with the money at Electronic Arts has revealed a lot in an interesting interview, including some plans for the next console generation.

By Brendan Kelly • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2013
'Most Wanted' taxi hits Sydney streets
Gaming

'Most Wanted' taxi hits Sydney streets

Sydney-siders have been travelling in style for the last couple of weeks thanks to EA Australia and Need for Speed: Most Wanted.

By Darren Price • 1 min read • Fri, 2nd Nov 2012
EA developing next-gen consoles?
Gaming

EA developing next-gen consoles?

A leading gaming website has released information said to prove EA is currently developing for next-generation consoles.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Nov 2012
Farmville founder scraps games
Gaming

Farmville founder scraps games

Zynga's crisis deepens as the Farmville founder axes 13 games and hints at more layoffs, affecting 5% of its workforce.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Oct 2012
EA in court over customer row
Gaming

EA in court over customer row

The least popular game developer online will be heading to court in the near future to answer charges of unfair labour practices.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Oct 2012
Mass Effect 3 fans denied vengeance
Gaming

Mass Effect 3 fans denied vengeance

UK watchdog rules publishers didn't breach advertising standards in claim that players' decisions would shape game's ending.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Jun 2012
Microsoft shows off Halo 4 at E3
Gaming

Microsoft shows off Halo 4 at E3

Microsoft dazzles E3 with the return of Master Chief in Halo 4, claiming it to be 2012's biggest release alongside other exciting announcements.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2012
EA to show off Dead Space 3 at E3 - kind of
Gaming

EA to show off Dead Space 3 at E3 - kind of

Publisher confirms third instalment in series will be part of its presentation at gaming conference, but doesn't indicate what fans can expect to see.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Jun 2012
Consumers vote EA 'worst company in America'
Gaming

Consumers vote EA 'worst company in America'

EA crowned 'Worst Company in America' in public vote, edging out Bank of America with 64% out of 250,000 votes for lack of customer respect.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2012
Mass Effect 3 with Kinect - impressions
Gaming

Mass Effect 3 with Kinect - impressions

Mass Effect 3 elevates gameplay with Kinect's voice command features, enhancing the core gamer's experience, confirmed at Auckland event.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Feb 2012
Call of Duty trumps Battlefield
Gaming

Call of Duty trumps Battlefield

For a third consecutive year, Call of Duty outshines Battlefield, with Modern Warfare 3's record-breaking 6.5 million day-one sales.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2011
EA sells 5m Battlefield 3 units
Gaming

EA sells 5m Battlefield 3 units

EA's Battlefield 3 explodes onto the scene, selling 5m units in a week, ahead of its clash with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Nov 2011
Game review: Madden NFL 12
Gaming

Game review: Madden NFL 12

Madden NFL 12: A game that teases with intricate NFL simulations and in-depth franchise modes, but tests patience with lengthy menus and loading times.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2011
Battlefield 3 open beta kicks off tomorrow
Gaming

Battlefield 3 open beta kicks off tomorrow

Battlefield 3 fans, gear up! The open beta launches tomorrow, offering a sneak peek with Operation Metro map until Oct 10. Don't miss out!.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2011
Battlefield 3 to require EA's Origin
Gaming

Battlefield 3 to require EA's Origin

DICE confirms that Battlefield 3 will require EA's Origin client on PC, sparking disappointment among Steam users who must install another game client.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2011
Battlefield 3 runs out of Steam
Gaming

Battlefield 3 runs out of Steam

EA's Battlefield 3 won't launch on Steam, marking a rift in the gaming world as EA promotes its own Origin service for distribution.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2011