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Cryptic Studios appoint new VP of Operations

Cryptic studios, developer of highly successful Massively Multiplayer Online Games announces the appointment of former Cyberlore executive Clarinda Merripen to the position of Vice President of Operations.

Sept. 21, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Microsoft instigates sweeping changes for senior management

Microsoft's chief executive has announced sweeping changes as the company tries to streamline business decision making and improve product development.

Sept. 21, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Republik appoints Glennis Mclellan as Head of Production

Founded by former Senior Producer at Disney's Buena Vista games division, Republik Games has appointed another ex BV staff member in the role of Head of Production

Sept. 21, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Sony Europe's president announces retirement

Regarded as the man responsible for successfully establishing the PlayStation brand across Europe, founding president of SCEE Chris Deering is due to retire at the end of 2005.

Sept. 20, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Pressure mounts for a decision from Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger is still debating whether or not to sign the controversial violent videogames bill into law. Now there's renewed pressure for him to veto the bill.

Sept. 20, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Tokyo Games Show attracts visitors in record numbers

The Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association (CESA), the organiser of the Tokyo Games Show has recorded an attendance of more than 170,000 visitors during the three day event.

Sept. 20, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Bandai claim next generation development costs will skyrocket

Speaking to Bloomberg at the Tokyo Games Show, managing director of Bandai, Shin Onozawa, said that development costs for next generation consoles will soar way above the costs on current generation software titles.

Sept. 20, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Climax serious about business growth

Intent on growing and developing its business, Climax hopes that the appointment of two new senior management staff will be the catalyst for the realisation of its aggressive ambitions.

Sept. 20, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Digital distribution set to soar

In a newly conducted survey entitled Digital Distribution of Games — Growth Opportunities and Forecasts to 2010, Screen Digest forecast a USD 400 million (EURO 350 million) market, excluding Asian countries.

Sept. 19, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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State of Play indefinitely postponed

Organisers have confirmed that the State of Play consumer event which was due to run over 3 days in October has been postponed indefinitely, due to lack of support from the industry.

Sept. 19, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Halo 2 packaging sparks legal battle with Microsoft

Glud and Marstrand (G&M) has filed a legal action in a Washington court, alleging that Microsoft broke NDAs and revealed exclusive packaging technology to a rival firm.

Sept. 19, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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More mergers predicted for Japanese videogames publishers

As the next generation of hardware enters the market, major Japanese publishers may look at mergers to raise funds and combat escalating developments costs, according to a report from Bloomberg

Sept. 19, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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US videogame retailer jailed for piracy

A Maryland-based retailer who sold illegally modified Xbox consoles pre-loaded with pirate games has been sentenced to 5 months in prison and fined almost USD 250,000.

Sept. 16, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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DemonWare deliver next generation multiplayer gaming for Atari

Paradigm Entertainment, a wholly owned subsidiary of Atari, has announced the implementation of DemonWare network technology in next generation console titles.

Sept. 16, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Illinois Governor attempts to sway Schwarzenegger

As California's governor Arnold Schwarzenegger considers the controversial violent videogames bill AB1179, Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich urges him to sign.

Sept. 16, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Blitz Games re-brand violent videogames

Independent development studio Blitz Games has announced the launch of a new label specifically designed to carry the company's more mature videogame content.

Sept. 16, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Further changes for Activision management

In a week which has seen an unprecedented number of management changes, Activision continues the senior level reorganisation with the impending departure of Ron Doornink

Sept. 15, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Babel opens new North American development facility

Recently awarded Best Outsourcing Company at the 2005 Develop Industry Excellence awards, Babel announces its new North American facility is now fully operational

Sept. 15, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Chinese games market explosion predicted

DFC Intelligence has predicted that the Chinese games market will triple in size, in spite of massive piracy problems and controversial government intervention plans for online gamers

Sept. 15, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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ESA threaten legal action over Michigan games bill

The violent videogames bill signed into law by Michigan governor Jennifer M. Granholm has sparked the immediate threat of legal action from trade body ESA

Sept. 15, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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SCEA moves House to Japan

As part of a senior management reshuffle at SCEA, former executive vice president Andrew House is given a new role with Sony Corporation Japan.

Sept. 15, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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WoW puts Vivendi back on track

Speaking in Paris today about the half year financial reports for Vivendi, CEO Jean-Bernard Levy praised the long suffering games division for its contribution to increased operating profits.

Sept. 14, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Verizon Communications launch on-demand gaming services

Verizon is hoping to attract a wide audience of both core and casual gamers, as the company announces the launch of several new on-demand services.

Sept. 14, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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New business structure after Bandai/Namco merger

A new, unified business structure and revenue forecasts have been announced following the merger of Japan's largest toy manufacturer Bandai and games publisher Namco

Sept. 14, 2005 Paul Loughrey

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Majesco discloses Q3 financial results

Videogames publisher Majesco is expected to re-evaluate its entire business model, following disappointing financial results for the third quarter.

Sept. 13, 2005 Paul Loughrey