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Stories by David - Page 13

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If GTA V is coming to PC and next-gen, it must already exist?
Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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grand theft auto
Rumours swirl that GTA V's PC and next-gen versions could exist, aiming for a 2013/early 2014 release, given architecture similarities.
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F1 2013 to include classic ’76 Ferrari
Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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codemasters
As we edge ever closer to Codemasters latest instalment of the F1 series we have a look at the games ‘classic edition’.
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COD: Ghosts single player campaign details released
Thu, 12th Sep 2013
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gaming
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call of duty
Infinity Ward unveils COD: Ghosts' immersive single player campaign. Get ready for a new world and story powered by a next-gen engine.
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NHL 14 - The fastest game on two legs just got better
Thu, 12th Sep 2013
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xbox
EA Sports NHL 14 launches today on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, with fans around the globe playing nearly four million games of the demo.
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Want to play FIFA 2014...?
Thu, 12th Sep 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
EA has released the demo version of its upcoming release FIFA 14, allowing users to download the demo on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.
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Xbox One set for midnight Music awards launch...
Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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gaming
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microsoft
It’s the biggest night in Kiwi music and now it’s going to be even bigger with the official New Zealand launch of the highly-anticipated Xbox One.
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Review: Philips Fidelio Soundbar Speakers
Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Philips' new Fidelio Soundbar, with wireless tech and virtual surround sound, aims for clutter-free premium audio in the modern home.
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Not if, but when Titanfall comes to PS4
Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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personal computing devices
EA’s new Franchise “Titanfall” set to be next year’s most anticipated release, sparking rumours of a PlayStation4 version.
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Sony makes promises, then removes it...
Mon, 9th Sep 2013
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gaming
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sony
As reported last week on TechDay, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan and Asia will hold a pre-Tokyo Game Show conference.
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Microsoft Surface Pro: Tablet or Laptop?
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
The Microsoft Surface Pro on paper is a truly great idea, the power of a laptop with the portability and entertainment value of a high spec tablet.
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Microsoft reveals Xbox One NZ launch date
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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microsoft
It is official, the VP of Marketing, Strategy and Business for Xbox – Yusuf Mehdi has confirmed the date that the Xbox One will launch in New Zealand...
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Sony to show 'more than 10' PS4 titles
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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sony
Sony to unveil over 10 PS4 games at Tokyo Game Show alongside a slew of PS3, PS Vita titles. Fans buzz over possible new reveals.
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Sony: Tell us what you want
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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gaming
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sony
Sony’s director of third party production Gio Corsi is asking for people to let him know what they would like to see on PS Vita, PS3 and PS4.
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Nintendo US President says ‘meh’ to next-gen comp
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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nintendo
This is the response from Reggie Fils-Aime during an interview with IGN, as he defended the Wii U’s value for consumers as the wave of next-gen consoles launch.
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PS4 Battlefield 4 similar to PC 'medium settings'
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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YouTube video producer Jackfrags was one of the few lucky people to have some time on the PlayStation 4 version of Battlefield 4 at Gamescom...
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Nintendo reveals Wii U price drop
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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nintendo
Nintendo slashes Wii U Deluxe price to $299.99 from Sep 20, launches Zelda bundle with exclusive features and game download.
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Xbox One will not launch on November 8
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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gaming
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microsoft
Microsoft rubbishes rumours that the Xbox One will be released on November 8, despite strong internet speculation to the contrary.
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Xbox One processor power gated down to 2.5%
Wed, 28th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Company has been recently talking up the insides of the Xbox One at the Hot Chips conference at Stamford University.
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Microsoft's dreaming of a white Xbox One...
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft is developing a white variant of its next-gen offering but it will not be available to the public...
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Xbox One and PS4 are not “PC’s in a box”
Mon, 26th Aug 2013
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gaming
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personal computing devices
Comparisons between Xbox One and PlayStation 4's to PCs are “patently untrue”, says AMD's PR Lead for Gaming and Enthusiast Graphics.