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Hackers hit videogame giant Electronic Arts

US videogame giant Electronic Arts (EA) on Friday revealed that hackers had looted user data in "a highly sophisticated" attack.

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Blockbusters rule E3 video game kingdom

Blockbuster titles and powerhouse consoles will rule as video game makers from around the world meet in Los Angeles this week for the premier Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3).

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Facebook pays users to view ads

(PhysOrg.com) -- The general consensus is that end users hate ads. That is why companies either try to make them as unobtrusive as possible, such as the small ads you would find in the sidebar of a blog, or ...

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Iconic 'Guitar Hero' video game gets the ax

(AP) -- These days, guns are more popular than guitars, at least when it comes to video games. The company behind "Guitar Hero" said Wednesday that it is pulling the plug on one of the most influential video game titles ...

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created Feb 09, 2011 | popularity 1 / 5 (2) | comments 1

US Supreme Court to hear videogames free speech case

The US Supreme Court prepared to hear arguments on Tuesday on whether a California ban on the sale or rental of violent videogames to minors is unconstitutional.

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created Nov 01, 2010 | popularity 3.5 / 5 (4) | comments 0

Tokyo event showcases fledgling 3-D gaming

(AP) -- The Tokyo Game Show has a lot of people wearing dark glasses this year, with the buzz turning 3-D at the annual event that brings together the latest offerings from game-machine and software makers.

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Microsoft teams up with Japanese game studios

(AP) -- Microsoft Corp. kicked off the Tokyo Game Show Thursday by unveiling plans to help Japanese game makers - recently seen as insular and lagging overseas competitors - to aggressively pursue a bigger share of the global ...

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Game developers preparing for diverse E3 show

(AP) -- There might be something for everyone at this year's Electronic Entertainment Expo.

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created Jun 13, 2010 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 0

NPD: April video game sales down 26 percent

(AP) -- U.S. retail sales of video games fell 26 percent to $766.2 million in April from a year earlier, hurt by a lack of game launches.

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'Uncharted 2' nabs 5 trophies at video game awards

(AP) -- "Uncharted 2: Among Thieves" stole the show at the Game Developers Choice Awards.

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New platforms open door to innovation in video gaming

After struggling in recent years to adjust to its last revolution, the video game industry is now being shaken by another one.

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created Mar 10, 2010 | popularity 3.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Lego expands its universe with online game

Danish toy maker Lego is seeking to build a presence in the world of multiplayer online games with the release of a new videogame called Lego Universe.

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created Jan 10, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

No Doubt sues video game maker over 'Band Hero'

(AP) -- No Doubt on Wednesday sued video game maker Activision for putting words in band members' mouths.

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Bringing gaming to the disabled

Ironically, it was located in one of the least-accessible areas of the Games for Health conference held a few months ago in Boston. Up a set of stairs and around a corner from the large conference halls and breakout rooms ...

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created Oct 22, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Video-game business still grappling with digital distribution

Being able to buy and play high-end video games without leaving home may still be a way off, but the industry isn't waiting for its fate to be decided by outsiders.

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created Oct 15, 2009 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0